“North American consumers want to experience greener and cleaner spaces wherever they live, work, learn, and play. For business owners and designers, that could mean an off-cycle refresh of interior and exterior spaces. Whether starting from scratch, planning an interior and/or exterior facelift, or looking for a simple refresh there is a green design for “almost” any budget. Breaking down the components of creating greener and cleaner designs can help business owners and designers better understand the overall process and how it can fit into their budget.
Creating greener and cleaner spaces can be as simple as adding a few strategically placed plants and enhancing high-traffic/consumer-facing spaces with ambient scent. It can also be as grand as interior/exterior vertical green walls, biophilic design enhancements like natural rock areas and water features, and improved indoor air systems. With so many design options and ever-changing trends it can be hard to know where to focus attention.” Click below for helpful tips for creating a tangible plan to enhance interior and exterior spaces.
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Location: Prince William County, VA
Product: Reynobond FR (MCM)
General Contractor: V.F. Pavone Construction Company
Architect: Moseley Architects
A new elementary school in Prince William County opened this Fall, which will help relieve overcrowding at several nearby schools. The new campus is co-located with Fred Lynn Middle and the two schools now share parking, which will help relieve crowding during big events, as well as shared community gathering spaces. It is the division’s first three-story elementary school and serves children in kindergarten through fifth grade. MillerClapperton fabricated and installed 12,400 square feet of Metal Composite Material for this project.
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“The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat (CTBUH) announced the winner of its annual award for best tall building worldwide: Quay Quarter Tower, in Sydney. Winners were also announced in five regional categories, five height categories and a dozen other functional categories (a complete list of categories and winners appears below) at the organization’s annual international conference, themed Humanizing High Density, in Singapore and Kuala Lumpur.” According to the CEO of CTBUH, the global construction industry faces a dilemma when it comes to building new structures versus renewing existing ones to accommodate urban growth and density. “Sydney’s Quay Quarter Tower exemplifies the forward-looking strategies and solutions that address this density dilemma.”
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“Planning a trip can be a daunting task. Curating the perfect itinerary for a short getaway while avoiding the ever-present fear of tourist traps and gaffes can ruin a trip before it even begins. Being aware of activities and sites to skip is just as important as making time for the secret can’t-miss spots.” We’ve definitely dreamed about enjoying the warm waters of the Blue Lagoon in Iceland or enjoying the company of giraffes while dining in Kenya, but there are also destinations worth visiting closer to home, like New York, for example. There’s more to appreciate than just the island of Manhattan and Architectural Digest recommends not missing out on nearby boroughs and enjoying what places like Brooklyn have to offer. “Below are 31 destinations, with insider tips to match, to take the pain out of planning.”
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Recommendation: The Second Studio Podcast
Produced By: ArchDaily
Hosted by Architects David Lee and Marina Bourderonnet, The Second Studio podcast covers a variety of subjects with honesty and humor. “Some episodes are interviews, while others are tips for fellow design, reviews of buildings and other projects, or casual explorations of everyday life and design.
This week David and Marina discuss one of the ways they begin projects with new clients with their Project Starter Service. Embarking on a project can be daunting for those unfamiliar with the architecture, design, and construction industry. The initial onboarding phase—prior to the contract being awarded—also poses challenges for architects and professionals. In this episode, they discuss one way to have a smoother start for everyone that establishes a strong foundation for the project to build on.”
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