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Architects applaud reauthorization of Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act

by PRISM | Jul 30, 2018

In response to the legislation’s passage – which is now awaiting the President’s signature – 2018 AIA President Carl Elefante, FAIA, stated “With employment opportunities in architecture projected to grow over the next decade, for the first time this legislation clarifies that states can use federal career and technical education funding to modernize their architecture curriculums, which 49 out of 50 states have not updated in years. In so doing, it also legally recognizes architecture as part of a STEM education.”

Architects Foundation supports women in architecture with Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship

by PRISM | Jul 30, 2018

“The opportunity to recognize Orli and honor Sho-Ping through this scholarship elevates the entire profession,” said Architects Foundation Executive Director Marci Reed, CFRE, MPA. “Sho-Ping’s legacy is thriving and Orli’s passion for architecture is proof.” Hakanoglu is the third recipient of the Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship, which honors the late architect Sho-Ping Chin, FAIA, a long-time principal at Payette and a health-care practice leader who was instrumental in defining and elevating the national discourse for women in design.

Precast concrete infrastructure construction product demand to grow

by PRISM | Jul 30, 2018

Through 2022, demand for precast concrete infrastructure construction products is expected to increase 4.4% annually to $2.4 billion. Among others, growth will be fueled by the need to repair the nation’s aging network of bridges, highways, roads and railroad tracks; and increased adoption of precast concrete over less expensive site-poured concrete as more government officials recognize that the long-term cost savings provided by its durability outweigh short term considerations.

2017 Green Roof Industry Survey shows Washington DC in top spot for most green roofs installed!

by PRISM | Jul 27, 2018

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC), the North American green roof and wall industry association, is pleased to announce that Washington DC has retaken the top spot from Toronto, for the greatest square footage of green roof installations in 2017. According to its Annual Green Roof Industry Survey, Newark, New York City, Seattle, Portland and Toronto followed Washington DC in 2017

Main Library at Mexico’s Tecnológico de Monterrey University, featuring Solarban 90 glass, earns honor

by PRISM | Jul 27, 2018

Libraries are made for learning; treehouses are built for socializing and communion with nature. Recently, with the help of Solarban® 90 glass, the new library at Tecnológico de Monterrey in Mexico united the charms of both dwellings to earn a prestigious award from the American Library Association (ALA) and International Interior Design Association (IIDA).

AAMA releases new design guide for structural silicone glazing

by PRISM | Jul 26, 2018

The American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) recently released a new document to describe proper guidelines and glazing procedures for structural glazing. AAMA SSGDG-1-17, the “Structural Silicone Glazing (SSG) Design Guidelines”, reviews a glazing that offers a unique appearance and simplicity of construction that often cannot be achieved any other way.

Uneven Conditions for Landscape Architecture Firms Found in Latest ASLA Business Survey

by PRISM | Jul 26, 2018

Landscape architecture firms are facing a subdued business outlook, according to the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) Business Quarterly survey for the second quarter of 2018. Based on the responses of 116 primary firm contacts, the survey indicates that billable hours remain a positive indicator of economic health. However, inquiries for new work and plans to hire declined.

Aug. 7 AAMA webinar to review changes to Prop 65 labeling

by PRISM | Jul 24, 2018

This educational session is meant to provide clarification on the new Prop 65 labeling requirements and guidance on strategies for complying. It will include an overview of Prop 65 and review of the new labeling requirements, focusing on challenges faced by fenestration manufacturers and delivering solutions for compliance. Nolan also will answer questions from webinar participants.

EAA-Emre Arolat Architecture Shortlisted in Four Categories by the World Architecture Festival

by PRISM | Jul 20, 2018

The World Architecture Festival (WAF) has shortlisted four projects by EAA- Emre Arolat Architecture for awards consideration. The projects and their categories include: Mecidiyekoy Towers, Mixed Use-Completed, Pilevneli Gallery, Culture-Completed, NEF Golkoy Houses, Residential-Future, and Nora Mosque and Community Center, Civic-Future.

DIALOG and The Conference Board of Canada release The Community Wellbeing Framework to measure the impact of design on community wellbeing

by PRISM | Jul 18, 2018

Design firm DIALOG and The Conference Board of Canada release findings from a two-year collaborative research initiative on the relationship between the built environment and the wellbeing of people to create an open-ended, self-determined guide to design for community wellbeing.

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Architects applaud reauthorization of Carl D. Perkins Career and Technical Education Act

Architects Foundation supports women in architecture with Payette Sho-Ping Chin Memorial Academic Scholarship

Precast concrete infrastructure construction product demand to grow

2017 Green Roof Industry Survey shows Washington DC in top spot for most green roofs installed!

Main Library at Mexico’s Tecnológico de Monterrey University, featuring Solarban 90 glass, earns honor

AAMA releases new design guide for structural silicone glazing

Uneven Conditions for Landscape Architecture Firms Found in Latest ASLA Business Survey

Aug. 7 AAMA webinar to review changes to Prop 65 labeling

EAA-Emre Arolat Architecture Shortlisted in Four Categories by the World Architecture Festival

DIALOG and The Conference Board of Canada release The Community Wellbeing Framework to measure the impact of design on community wellbeing