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New USGBC Timber Traceability LEED credit aids efforts to eliminate the use of illegal wood in buildings

New USGBC Timber Traceability LEED credit aids efforts to eliminate the use of illegal wood in buildings

Posted by | Mar 20, 2019 | 0 |

Yesterday, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the new USGBC Timber Traceability LEED pilot credit designed to increase transparency in timber supply chains and reduce the risk of illegally harvested wood entering the buildings industry supply chain. The development of the pilot credit was led by a team of timber legality, forestry and environmental representatives from organizations recognized for leading the fight against illegal logging, including the Environmental Investigation Agency (EIA) and World Wildlife Fund (WWF).

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Officials to break ground on new $1.5 billion terminal at Kansas City International Airport

Officials to break ground on new $1.5 billion terminal at Kansas City International Airport

Posted by | Mar 19, 2019 | 0 |

The new terminal, designed by the Chicago, Ill.-based Skidmore, Ownings & Merrill (SOM), will feature 1 million square feet of space and 39 gates, the construction of which is projected to create 5,000 jobs. Upon opening in 2023, it will reflect the Kansas City region’s identity as a business, visitor and lifestyle destination in the center of the U.S.

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Auburn University selects LINE-X to protect historic baseball dugouts

Auburn University selects LINE-X to protect historic baseball dugouts

Posted by | Mar 19, 2019 | 0 |

Auburn University selected LINE-X as the exclusive partner to apply its high-quality pure polyurea to protect against the elements while providing an aesthetically-pleasing look for the dugout roofs. The UV-stable coating was tinted in Plainsman Park Green to naturally blend with the additional stadium infrastructure like railings and seating. The LINE-X coating creates a water-tight barrier to prevent seepage into the concrete even during harsh storms.

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Hoefer Wysocki announces promotions in its Dallas and Kansas City offices

Posted by | Mar 19, 2019 | 0 |

In the Hoefer Wysocki Dallas office, Marty McIntire, director of Clinical Technology Solutions, has been named principal; and Peter O’Connor, RCDD, EMT-B, director of technology design, has been promoted to associate principal; Christy Murphy, AIA, LEED AP, BD+C, senior project manager, has been promoted to vice president. In the Kansas City office, Michael Goslinga, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, was named principal; Patrick McCurdy, AIA, NCARB, healthcare practice leader, was named associate principal; David Mendez, business development, was promoted to vice president; and Michael Moser, AIA, LEED AP, healthcare planner, now serves as vice president.

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Perkins+Will’s Denver studio marks its presence as an industry leader in the Science and Technology Community with key new hire

Posted by | Mar 18, 2019 | 0 |

As a foray into the Higher Education and Science and Technology communities, Perkins+Will’s Denver studio announced last week the addition of Christopher Kleingartner, who will help lead the firm’s emerging local Science and Technology practice. Kleingartner’s onboarding comes alongside the firm’s recent project win of the Colorado School of Mines Subsurface Frontiers Building.

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Ismael Leyva Architects wins the NYC Construction Awards 2019 Interior Design of the Year Award

Posted by | Mar 18, 2019 | 0 |

The NYCCA’S are the leading construction awards in New York City, recognizing the highest standards of design innovation and development with the construction industry. The Interior Design of the Year Award recognizes the designers and teams who go above and beyond to set new standards and push boundaries to transform spaces in which New Yorkers live and work.

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YKK AP America hires Lawrence Soto to expand visibility and support customer demand in western region

Posted by | Mar 15, 2019 | 0 |

“Lawrence’s diverse skill set and expertise in sales, estimating and quality control makes him a perfect fit as we continue to grow our team in the western region,” said Joey Bernard, western region general manager for YKK AP America Inc. “We’re extremely confident in his ability to lead the charge. By expanding our brand visibility and continuing to support the demand for additional customer service and project support capabilities, we will provide more of the high-quality, innovative building solutions our customers have come to expect from YKK AP.”

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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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