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Construction begins on Pickard Chilton-designed Avocet Tower, featuring a high-performance glass façade

Avocet Tower’s unusual side-core design allows for efficient floor plates of 22,000-28,000 square feet. The building’s elegant high-performance façade allows for comfort and great views while state-of-the art View Dynamic Glass controls natural light within the office tower. “Avocet Tower is one of downtown Bethesda’s most anticipated developments, and its unique mix of hotel and office space will surely distinguish it from other new urban developments,” said Jon Pickard FAIA, RIBA, principal at Pickard Chilton.

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Sherwin-Williams announces next generation SuperPaint Interior Acrylic Latex

“Through conversations and research, we know professionals are looking for an interior coating that maintains the premium application appearance they love and is still easy to apply,” said Rick Watson, director of product information and technical services at Sherwin-Williams. “SuperPaint delivers on those expectations with enhanced hiding capabilities and consistent color for a rich, beautiful appearance time and time again.”

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Keynote speakers to serve as guides to future of safety, new products at AAMA Fall Conference

Two speakers will address the topics of product installation and plant safety at the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) Fall Conference (Sept. 30-Oct. 3). Richard Hawk, motivational safety speaker and trainer for Make Safety Fun, will give a keynote presentation entitled, “The Future of Safety in Manufacturing Plants.” Matt Risinger, owner of Risinger & Co., specializes in architect-driven projects and will discuss installation techniques.

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AAMA to host Sept. 10 webinar on tornado, hurricane storm shelters with Dave Stammen

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) will host a complimentary webinar entitled “ICC 500 – Tornado and Hurricane Storm Shelters” on Sept. 10. It will provide an overview of the history of storm shelter guidelines, how ICC 500 was developed and the code requirements that drive storm shelter construction. Leading the webinar is Dave Stammen, principal engineer for the Building Science Group at UL. Stammen also will address specific details regarding the testing requirements found within ICC 500-2014.

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Newly redesigned Conservation International headquarters receives LEED Gold certification

“Sustainability is a matter of living better, more thoughtfully and healthier in all aspects of life, including our workplaces. It’s in the fabric of Conservation International’s identity, operations, and our new office — literally down to the recycled fish nets in our carpet,” said Sanjayan. “The honor of LEED Gold certification underscores that living by these principles is possible and, ultimately, more valuable for Earth and humanity.”

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The Denver studio of Perkins and Will announces new design leadership

A third-generation Colorado native and alumnus of the University of Colorado, Ault has over 20 years of experience in the architecture field. His resume includes a wide range of projects, both in Colorado and abroad, for clients in the civic, cultural, higher education, public, and aviation sectors. He subscribes to the philosophy that “design doesn’t happen in a vacuum,” and that a collaborative approach to architecture is always the strongest. 

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Cradle to Cradle Certified products

The Cradle to Cradle program certifies products based on five quality categories—material health, material reutilization, renewable energy and carbon management, water stewardship, and social fairness. Click here to see a list of building supply & materials, as well as other products, that are Cradle to Cradle certified.

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