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Optimized Acoustics in collaborative office spaces

Optimized Acoustics in collaborative office spaces

Posted by | Apr 15, 2020 | 0 |

For its Ontario headquarters, Plexxis contracted Sesco Design Build Inc. “to provide a full turn-key service – design, permits, buildout, etc. All design was done in-house,” said Sesco Group’s project manager Domenic DeFrancesco, HBA. Sesco Design Build’s project scope included responsibility for all of the ceiling design, layout and specification. DeFrancesco noted, “All of the ceiling systems were specified by Sesco with the assistance of Ryan (Hillier-Spurr at Arrlin Acoustic Supply Inc.) and Rockfon.”

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Hoefer Wysocki expands healthcare leadership team

Posted by | Apr 15, 2020 | 0 |

Hoefer Wysocki announces that Will Chmylak, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, has joined the firm, bringing more than 25 years of experience in the design of healthcare, science and technology facilities. In his role as Associate Principal, Senior Project Manager, he will manage complex healthcare projects for clients across the U.S., serving as a client advocate and key point of contact. He will also assist in managing healthcare studio operations, resource planning as well as mentoring the firm’s emerging and mid-career professionals.

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Architect’s Guide to Business Continuity now available

Architect’s Guide to Business Continuity now available

Posted by | Apr 14, 2020 | 0 |

In an effort to assist architecture firms with navigating adverse business conditions, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) is releasing a new resource: Architect’s Guide to Business Continuity. The guide provides firm leaders with insights into managing staff, premises, technology, information, supply chains, stakeholders, and reputation, so a firm can continue to provide services, generate revenue, and reduce the consequences of business interruption.

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Luuwit Park in Portland, Oregon

Luuwit Park in Portland, Oregon

Posted by | Apr 14, 2020 | 0 |

Skylab Architecture and 2.ink Studio worked closely with Portland Parks and Recreation to create Luuwit Park, a 16-acre, hourglass-shaped park in a northeast Portland neighborhood. The design team developed the park around an integrated strategy that creates both passive native meadow areas that require limited maintenance as well as areas for intensively active program elements. The centerpiece of the park is a multipurpose shelter made from a series of interconnected equilateral triangles of perforated and galvanized steel plate. The folded angular form takes its inspiration from the triangulated peaks of the surrounding mountains, Native American plank houses and river fishing platforms.

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Linetec helps Tommy’s Express attract attention in Wisconsin with bright red finishes

Linetec helps Tommy’s Express attract attention in Wisconsin with bright red finishes

Posted by | Apr 13, 2020 | 0 |

Wisconsin’s first Tommy’s Express Car Wash opened in Weston as part of a strategic, national expansion. Linetec supported this new locally owned business with brand-compliant, bright red, architectural finishes. “These 70% PVDF resin-based coatings are formulated and applied for premium durability in our Wisconsin climate. They stand up to snow, humidity, heat, road salt and more. They shield the aluminum against weathering, pollution and aging, as well intense UV radiation,” explained Linetec’s marketing manager Tammy Schroeder.

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Manufacturers join together for Coronavirus emergency building response

Manufacturers join together for Coronavirus emergency building response

Posted by | Apr 13, 2020 | 0 |

Linked Enterprises provides modular mobile steel buildings, EbTech Industrial its pre-engineered steel buildings, mobile steel buildings and modular wall assemblies, Sprung Structures its building shells, and Element Grow its air filtration and monitoring products. RPM combines these products with responsive architects, engineers, contractors and governmental agencies who can act fast to build and design compliant rapid response emergency facilities.

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The Hardwood Manufacturers Association elects officers, board for 2020

Posted by | Apr 9, 2020 | 0 |

The Board of Directors of the Hardwood Manufacturers Association (HMA) elected Troy Brown, Kretz Lumber Company, Inc., Antigo, Wisconsin, President of the HMA. Other HMA officers for 2020 are Vice President Tommy Petzoldt, East Perry Lumber Company, Frohna, Missouri, and Executive Vice President Linda Jovanovich, HMA, Pittsburgh.

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IIBEC elects 2020 Board of Directors

Posted by | Apr 8, 2020 | 0 |

The International Institute of Building Enclosure Consultants (IIBEC) conducted their first-ever “virtual” Annual Meeting of the Members on March 30, 2020. In addition, the first female was elected to the Executive Committee, Amy Peevey, who is this year’s Secretary/Treasurer. This comes on the heels of the first-ever female Board member, Jennifer Hogan, who was elected as Region VII director in 2019.

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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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