Ivan O’Garro, AIA joins LEO A DALY as a vice president 0 qpurcell Wed, 05/08/2024 - 09:39 Architects Integrated design firm LEO A DALY welcomes Ivan O’Garro, AIA, as a vice president and managing principal of its Atlanta studio. Designers Architects Integrated design firm LEO A DALY welcomes Ivan O’Garro, AIA, as a vice president and managing principal of its Atlanta studio. O’Garro has extensive experience leading teams to successfully deliver major projects across markets including museums, federal buildings, and housing. In higher education, he has led teams on major project ..read more

All about limited use/limited application elevators 1 kcichowicz Wed, 05/08/2024 - 09:08 Join Savaria expert Allan Thompson for an overview of LU/LA elevators, how they work, and when they can offer an advantage over full passenger elevators ..read more

How can fire rated glass help maintain clear views in cantilevered buildings? 1 kcichowicz Tue, 05/07/2024 - 07:33 When cantilevered portions of a building are subject to lot line requirements, designers can use fire rated glass meeting ASTM E119 or UL 263 to maintain access to natural light & clear views ..read more

The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors. Airports K-12 Schools Hospital Design Trends Office Buildings Designers Architects Biophilic Design Biophilic design supports the health and wellbeing of individuals by connecting people to nature. This includes incorporating elements of the natural world into indoor environments, increasing natural lighting, improving ventilation for better i ..read more

U-factor or R-value: which are you looking at? 1 kcichowicz Fri, 05/03/2024 - 07:42 Nathan Janiczek, P.E. explains why U-factor is a better indicator of thermal performance than R-value for energy-efficient commercial garage doors ..read more

Advancing Healthcare: Medical Office Buildings at the Forefront of Access and Safety 1 kcichowicz Fri, 05/03/2024 - 07:18 Healthcare Facilities This article explores the pivotal shift from traditional hospital settings to Medical Office Buildings (MOBs), focusing on how these facilities enhance patient access. Discover the key drivers of this transformation, including technological advancements, demographic trends, and a growing emphasis on integrated, patient-centered care. Learn how MOBs are not only adapting to modern healthcare demands but are also leveraging modern access control and saf ..read more

Emerging considerations in inclusive design 0 qpurcell Thu, 05/02/2024 - 08:39 Architects Design elements that consider a diverse population of users make lives better. When it comes to wayfinding, some factors will remain consistent—including accessibility and legibility. Airports Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Architects Design elements that consider a diverse population of users make lives better. When it comes to wayfinding, some factors will remain consistent—including accessibility and legibility. At Page, our design philosophy encourages planners to go beyo ..read more

Using Locking Hardware to Support Code-Compliant Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Tue, 04/30/2024 - 10:16 Code-compliant locking hardware is essential to safer school design. The right lock can support access control for improved school safety. Schlage Safer school design encompasses many elements of the built environment—from the property line to classroom door openings. All these pieces need to work together properly to enhance school safety and security. As such, safer school design brings together building, construction and security communities. With so many different stakeholders, i ..read more

Tomorrow's classrooms: Designing schools for the digital age 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/29/2024 - 10:53 K-12 Schools In a world where technology’s rapid pace has reshaped how we live, work, and communicate, it should be no surprise that it’s also changing the PreK-12 education landscape. Bill Kwon K-12 Schools Designers Architects Augmented Reality Coronavirus Virtual Reality In a world where technology’s rapid pace has reshaped how we live, work, and communicate, it should be no surprise that it’s also changing the PreK-12 education landscape. This digital transformation in education has brou ..read more

How pools can positively affect communities 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/25/2024 - 10:51 Sports and Recreational Facilities Clark Nexsen senior architects Jennifer Heintz and Dorothea Schulz discuss how pools can create jobs, break down barriers, and create opportunities within communities. Jennifer Heintz, AIA, LEED AP, and Dorothea Schulz, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Sports and Recreational Facilities Engineers Architects Pools have become essential components of communities worldwide, offering a means for individuals to unite, unwind, and enjoy themselves. When designing aquatic spaces, it is integral ..read more