Ten principles for building resilient regions

The Urban Land Institute’s (ULI’s) Center for Sustainability and Economic Performance has released a report outlining ten fundamental principles for building resilient regions that successfully anticipate, respond to, and recover from both extreme weather events and long-term stresses/concerns.
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Tracking risks through design: CSI Academy preview

Sharpen your skills in construction risk identification, assessment, mitigation, and monitoring by joining your peers at the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) Academy in Chicago on April 26 and 27. Kimberly Kozak, manager of program development at HNTB, will moderate a workshop at the event, highlighting production and building risks...
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Historic Chicago hotel adds modern twist

In the heart of Chicago’s Gold Coast neighborhood at the intersection of Cedar and State Streets, Viceroy Chicago offers its hotel guests a much-desired mix of classic charm and modern amenities. Designed by Goettsch Partners, the 13,935-m2 (150,000-sf) property blends the facing of a historic hotel with the comfort...
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NAFS revision to ease US/Canada fenestration trade

The latest edition of North American Fenestration Standard/Specification for windows, doors, and skylights (NAFS), is now available. Compiled by the American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA), Canadian Standards Association (CSA), and Window and Door Manufacturers Association (WDMA), the update, 101/I.S.2/A440-17, replaces the 2011 edition of the joint standard.
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Building support for safe wood construction

In response to concerns about fire and seismic safety as it relates to wood construction, industry-driven group Think Wood continues to build resources in its Think Wood Research Library supporting the application of softwood lumber in residential and nonresidential building projects.
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Searching for radical innovation

Entries are being accepted for Radical Innovation 2018, an annual competition recognizing groundbreaking, clever design ideas within the hospitality sphere. Professional and student designers are invited to submit completed and conceptual projects for consideration before April 30.
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