Aurecon has released a series of papers based on their research, the latest one, “Buildings of the Future: People at the Centre”, exploring why designing for humans important, what is driving the change, and how to design for efficiency and demonstrable ROI.
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Green roof designs range from lighter-weight, low-maintenance options to the more complex. This can even include urban recreation and farming options. “An intensive green roof is designed to look much like a city park,” Lusk says. “Green roofs used for rooftop farming are one example of an intensive system. Intensive green roofs require a roof with high load bearing capacity, as they may weigh 35 to 80+ pounds per square foot.”
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Belgeri says it is important to review the condition of the building’s components that rise above the roof level such as a penthouse, elevator shafts, stair towers, parapet walls and coping and to evaluate the parapet walls from both the interior and exterior. The most visible signs of potential avenues for water infiltration are broken/missing masonry, deteriorated mortar and sealant joints, deteriorated concrete, etc. Sometimes moisture can penetrate even what looks to be a solid wall, but may be porous. If those signs exist, there is most likely a leak.
Read MoreDuring the first week of May, we celebrate “Partnering with Code Officials to Build Stronger, Safer Communities.” Code officials play a special role in our society. They are engaged in the building process from the initial building plan to the finished product, and their work impacts every building in every community. Because of their commitment to building safety, our buildings stand, our communities prosper and our homes are safe.
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Manufactured by Global Security Glazing, CHILDGARD glazing is a laminated security glass construction that’s specially designed for use in school and educational facilities to withstand forced-entry scenarios. Available for both new and retrofit applications, CHILDGARD glazing can be used in insulating glass units and paired with high-performance, tinted, and other glass options to meet safety, energy, and other design goals.
Read MoreThe keynote speaker for the American Architectural Manufacturers Association’s (AAMA) 2018 National Summer Conference will give an economic analysis of trends and policy positions at the June 11-14 event in Olympic Valley (Lake Tahoe), California. Author and global economics speaker John Manzella will share his expertise in his address titled, “Economic Trends, Critical Issues and What’s Ahead.”
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