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Finding common ground at Tulane Commons

Finding common ground at Tulane Commons

Posted by | Mar 30, 2020 | 0 |

Tulane University had a crystal clear vision for the Commons and it brought in architect Weiss/Manfredi to bring it to life. The goal was to create a multipurpose building that would give Tulane’s diverse student body a place to connect through shared dining and learning experiences. At the heart of these experiences would be the ultra-modern, sleek design of the building’s interior and exterior, as well as commanding views of the foliage-rich campus. The coastal location of the campus also meant that designers had to focus on the new building’s ability to resist hurricane-force winds and impact.

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235 Grand in Jersey City, New Jersey

235 Grand in Jersey City, New Jersey

Posted by | Mar 27, 2020 | 0 |

HLW was engaged as design architect and architect of record for 235 Grand, a 45-story rental apartment tower in Jersey City. The site of a former coal bunker and previously home to the Hudson County Boys & Girls Club, 235 Grand is part of the evolving Liberty Harbor North redevelopment plan.

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2019 Brick in Architecture Awards honor dynamic design

2019 Brick in Architecture Awards honor dynamic design

Posted by | Mar 26, 2020 | 0 |

The Brick Industry Association (BIA) announces recipients of the 2019 Brick in Architecture Awards, celebrating 30 years as the nation’s premier design competition featuring clay brick. “These architects maximize brick’s virtually unlimited aesthetic freedom and its integral role in sustainable design,” said Ray Leonhard, BIA’s President, CEO and CFO.  

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Liz Archer joins the FCA New York team

Posted by | Mar 26, 2020 | 0 |

Francis Cauffman Architects (FCA) announces Liz Archer has joined the team as Business Development and Client Relations Manager. Based in New York, Archer will be responsible for increasing the New York office’s corporate interiors market share as well as manage business development for the location’s healthcare, science and technology, medical equipment planning, urban planning, and higher education markets. 

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AIA praises Congress for advancing desperately needed COVID-19 relief

Posted by | Mar 26, 2020 | 0 |

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) praises approval of the third economic relief package passed by the Senate last night, which will provide significant financial support to businesses and their employees during the COVID-19 pandemic. The House of Representatives is expected to pass the bill on Friday and President Trump has already said he will sign the legislation.

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April 14 FGIA webinar to clarify new California data law

Posted by | Mar 25, 2020 | 0 |

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) will host a webinar explaining a new California data privacy law that could impact businesses’ interactions with customers and prospects. At 12:30 p.m. Eastern on Tues., April 14, participate in “Understanding How California’s New Law and Other Data Privacy Regulations May Impact Your Business.” This session will be led by Kathy Krafka Harkema, FGIA U.S. Codes and Regulatory Affairs Manager.

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Transformation of historic Eitel Building into The State Hotel in Seattle

Transformation of historic Eitel Building into The State Hotel in Seattle

Posted by | Mar 25, 2020 | 0 |

The historic Eitel Building is located at the intersection of the commercial corridor along Pike Street, which extends from downtown Seattle to Pike Place Market, and 2nd Avenue, a main pedestrian, bike and vehicular thoroughfare. The adaptive reuse and restoration of one of Seattle’s most prominent and vulnerable unreinforced masonry structures, has revived and transformed the corner of Second Avenue and Pike Street.

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International Code Council welcomes new regional director to lead Dubai office

Posted by | Mar 25, 2020 | 0 |

The International Code Council welcomes Mohamed Ahmed Amer who joins the association as the Regional Director of Operations in the Middle East. “Construction and the use of innovative building materials and practices is a huge area of opportunity in the region and having effective building codes and standards is critical in ensuring safe and resilient growth,” said Amer. “Having witnessed first-hand the impact and importance of the Code Council’s work, I’m excited to be joining the team, especially as the organization expands its on-the-ground operations overseas.”

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IWBI assembles Task Force on role buildings can play in reducing health burden of COVID-19 and other respiratory infections

Posted by | Mar 25, 2020 | 0 |

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) announced yesterday that it is setting up a Task Force on reducing the enormous health burden from COVID-19 and other respiratory infections. Its goal is to define the critical role buildings, organizations and communities play in prevention and preparedness, resilience and recovery. The Task Force’s work will take a broad approach, considering both new and recurring infectious agents that can affect large populations.

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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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