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KIRCO announces grand opening of the Global Dow Center and new H. H. Dow Visitors and Heritage Center

KIRCO announces grand opening of the Global Dow Center and new H. H. Dow Visitors and Heritage Center

Posted by | Aug 11, 2017 | 0 |

Elements of the Global Dow Center include: a six-story, 184,390 square-foot, steel-frame and curtain wall structure; 21,000-square-feet of vegetative rooftop and a nearly one-acre decorative pond wrapping one-third of the building, helping to dramatically reduce heat islands and storm water runoff; and an enclosed employee walkway connecting occupants to parking and other campus facilities.

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Lockheed Martin invests in “factory of the future”

Lockheed Martin invests in “factory of the future”

Posted by | Aug 8, 2017 | 0 |

Preliminary construction is underway on a new, $350 million Lockheed Martin facility that will produce next-generation satellites. The new facility, located on the company’s Waterton Canyon campus near Denver, is the latest step in an ongoing transformation, infused with innovation to provide future missions at reduced cost and cycle time.

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7 Bryant Park melds curved glass, stainless steel spandrels and transparent openings

7 Bryant Park melds curved glass, stainless steel spandrels and transparent openings

Posted by | Aug 4, 2017 | 0 |

That distinct design gesture is complemented by extra-large panels of Solarban 60 on Starphire® low-iron glass, which the architects specified to provide unobstructed park views while mitigating the heating and cooling loads associated with a glass-walled building. Horizontal spandrels finished with stainless steel add another element of texture, reflecting sunlight during the day and colored lights in the evening.

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KTGY-designed Elan Menlo Park Targets Silicon Valley’s “Creatives”

KTGY-designed Elan Menlo Park Targets Silicon Valley’s “Creatives”

Posted by | Jul 27, 2017 | 0 |

“The architectural style can best be described as contemporary and responds appropriately to the future context planned for the area. The project’s exterior material palette consists of stucco and cementitious siding with metal accent panels located in key areas. A mix of cool body tones and warm accent colors create a contrast between the building modulation and further breaks down the scale of the buildings. The project entry is emphasized with an enhanced architectural treatment at each corner. This treatment includes a corner patio/deck, enhanced glazing and prominent massing. There is also a variety of treatments used on the patio/deck railings ranging from sleek metal rails to a contemporary wide board treatment.” – Jessica Musick, associate principal at KTGY

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Philadelphia Water Department Recognizes Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia as Pioneer in Stormwater Management

Philadelphia Water Department Recognizes Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia as Pioneer in Stormwater Management

Posted by | Jul 27, 2017 | 0 |

Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney, Philadelphia Water Department Commissioner Debra McCarty and City Councilwoman Jannie Blackwell joined executives from Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) for a rooftop ceremony recognizing sustainable design and cutting-edge green stormwater management systems at the Buerger Center for Advanced Pediatric Care on Wednesday.

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Energy Innovation Center achieves LEED Platinum certification

Energy Innovation Center achieves LEED Platinum certification

Posted by | Jul 25, 2017 | 0 |

“This project, capped off by its LEED Platinum certification, is an example of what can be done when we all work together,” said County Executive Rich Fitzgerald. “The preservation of this building, its reimagining and its place as a center for innovation in our community has all come about because of unique partnerships. Today’s announcement is just one more accolade and recognition to those who made this possible that their work and collaboration was successful. I congratulate all those involved on this significant accomplishment.”

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J.E. Berkowitz fabricates glass for The Hepburn apartment tower

J.E. Berkowitz fabricates glass for The Hepburn apartment tower

Posted by | Jul 21, 2017 | 0 |

J.E. Berkowitz (JEB) announced the completion of The Hepburn, D.C.’s newest luxury apartment tower. Beyer Blinder Belle (BBB) Architects & Planners designed the 260,000-square-foot apartment building as a distinct, yet architecturally respectful addition to the existing hotel. The design team achieved that goal by incorporating a contemporary glass façade, according to Hany Hassan, BBB’s partner on the project.

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The Whitehall opens spectacular green roof

The Whitehall opens spectacular green roof

Posted by | Jul 18, 2017 | 0 |

The Whitehall roof-top park, a $6.5 million project, was designed by Genie Masucci, principal of G. Masucci Architects, LLC, in consultation with Site Works, one of the landscape consultants to Manhattan’s renowned High Line.

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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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