TCO Process Considers Investments Across Entire Building Lifecycle
ALEXANDRIA, Va.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–APPA announced today that it has published the first American National Standard (ANS) for Total Cost of Ownership (TCO): APPA 1000-1 – Total Cost of Ownership for Facilities Asset Management (TCO) – Part 1: Key Principles. APPA...
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Phoenix, Arizona, has become one of the first cities to achieve Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) for Cities Platinum certification under the program.
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A study of pre- and post-occupancy research released last December on the new Washington D.C. headquarters of the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) demonstrates the ways workplace design can positively influence health, wellness, employee satisfaction, and overall work performance. The office is the first space to be certified...
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The University of Arkansas (UofA) has begun construction on the Stadium Drive Residence Halls, its newest student residence. The endeavor is a collaborative effort of UofA Housing Facilities Management, the J. William Fulbright College of Arts and Sciences, and the Fay Jones School of Architecture and Design. When completed,...
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In December, the American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) released a new standard— Certification Standards for Steel Fabrication and Erection and Manufacturing of Metal Components (AISC 207-16). Developed by the institute’s certification standards committee, this standard unites provisions from existing ones related to steel building fabrication, steel bridge fabrication,...
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Nashville Civic Design Center, LP Building Products and The Governor’s Chair on Urban Design partner to provide students urban design Timber Tower Studio challenge NASHVILLE, Tenn.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–As the construction boom continues, sustainable urban building practices should be incorporated into every step of urban planning and development. Fourth year...
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Early bird registration is open for the 81st annual American Architectural Manufacturers Association (AAMA) conference. The event will be held February 19th to 22nd at the Loews Portofino Bay Hotel in Orlando.
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The Copper Development Association (CDA) and the Canadian Copper and Brass Development Association (CCBDA) are seeking nominations for the 2018 North American Copper in Architecture (NACIA) awards.
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Last month, construction began in Detroit on Hudsons Tower. Upon completion, the building will be Michigan’s tallest, reaching 244 m (800 ft).
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The American Concrete Pavement Association (ACPA) has announced the recipients of the 28th annual Excellence in Concrete Pavements awards, recognizing the quality concrete pavement work of contractors, engineers, and project owners across North America.
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