Companies experienced in opening new locations benefit from General Construction services due to their established drawings and contractor relationships. Business owners unfamiliar with construction, however, gain more from the Design-Build approach, which offers earlier budget information, faster completion, a single contact point for all project needs, and better subcontractor value. Misconceptions about Design-Build include the belief that it leads to higher costs, adds unnecessary expenses, and poses risks by relying on a single entity. In reality, Design-Build can be cost-effective, provide preliminary budgets for financing, and offer robust checks and balances, making it a superior choice for those new to commercial construction projects.
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Location: Albany, GA
Product: ALUCOBOND (MCM), MORIN (Profile Single Skin)
General Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie, LLC.
Architect: Cooper Carry
ALSU Nursing and Health Science Simulation Lab is located in a green space on the existing campus. It consists of a single-story simulation lab facility of approximately 16,338 gross square feet. The building is steel-framed, with steel columns and beams supporting a metal deck. The space includes an active learning area with a simulated hospital environment. Shelled spaces encompass parts of the hospital learning environment, active learning areas with simulated clinic and home healthcare settings, and administrative offices. MillerClapperton fabricated and installed approximately 1,500 square feet of Metal Composite Material panels and 2,100 square feet of Profile Single Skin for this project.
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Camping traditionally involves staying outdoors in temporary accommodations, often seen as simple and vulnerable. The concept of “glamping,” combining “camping” with “glamour,” emerged in the early 2000s, offering luxurious amenities in outdoor settings. This idea isn’t entirely new; historical examples include the lavish tents of the Mongols and British royalty. Contemporary glamping, however, emphasizes sustainability, aesthetics, and user experience, often using eco-friendly materials and technologies. Glamping architecture aims to blend luxury with environmental consciousness, providing immersive nature experiences without compromising ecological integrity. This trend responds to the increasing demand for secluded, nature-oriented retreats, particularly post-pandemic, while balancing luxury and sustainability.
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Recent technological advancements are enhancing construction efficiency and project management. Buildots introduced a Delay Forecast feature in its AI-powered platform to predict and prevent delays, reducing them by 50% during beta testing. Leica Geosystems launched the Leica iCON gps 120 smart antenna to expand machine control solutions. Esri integrated its ArcBIS Basemaps with Autodesk’s Civil 3D and AutoCAD for precise, geography-based decision-making. Bluebeam’s Revu 21.1.0 update added AI-powered features, an Auto Align tool, and improved search capabilities to boost productivity and reduce errors in PDF management. These innovations streamline construction processes through AI, geospatial data, and advanced software.
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Recommendation: “Perfect Days” By Wim Wenders and “Moriyama-San” By Ila Bêka & Louise Lemoine
Exploring cities and architecture through films, particularly those by Wim Wenders, reveals his ability to make cityscapes central to his narratives. His latest film, “Perfect Days,” exemplifies this talent, intertwining space and time in a contemplative style reminiscent of Ozu Yasujiro. The protagonist, Hirayama, lives a simple, ritualistic life, which echoes the work of filmmakers Ila Bêka and Louise Lemoine, who explore the interaction between people and architectural spaces. Wenders’ film highlights the importance of how architecture is portrayed in cinema, blending daily life with architectural space and demonstrating a thoughtful approach to storytelling through the built environment.
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