The 13,935 m2 (150,000 sf), four-story affordable housing community offers 111 units in South Bay. Photo courtesy RD Olson Construction Built on the former site of an automobile repair garage, the 13,935 m2 (150,000 sf), four-story affordable housing community offers 111 units in South Bay. Although the project kicked off in November 2021, it faced delays due to the pandemic and has now officially completed construction. It is Olson Construction’s first project with PATH Ventures, a nonprofit affordable housing developer and service provider. In the LEED Gold certified complex, low-income and ..read more

The Texas Society of Architects (TxA) has revealed the 15 winners of its annual design awards, honoring outstanding architectural and urban design projects by Texas architects. After reviewing 251 entries, these were the standout projects for the jury: 2121 South Lamar in Austin, by Chioco Design Austin ISD Sánchez Elementary School by McKinney York Architects Bahamas Cottage in Harbour Island, by Max Levy Architect Block 185 in Austin by Pelli Clarke & Partners + STG Design The Branch School, Hightower Middle School in Houston by Kirksey Architecture Chertecho Tree To ..read more

An aerial view of the nighclub and casino. Photos courtesy Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA) The Bahamas will soon be home to North America’s largest superyacht marina and luxury residential community. The design of the yacht club, nightclub, and casino is part of the Habacoa marina development and will be undertaken by Zaha Hadid Architects (ZHA). Rendering of the yacht club. The yacht club will be a 2,322 m2 (25,000 sf) facility with a unique roof that evokes the movement of waves. Integrating sustainable design features to maximize natural ventilation and daylight, while ..read more

The 27,406 m2 (295,000 sf) building comprises 271 residential units and is LEED silver certified. Photo courtesy Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) Architecture studio Skidmore, Owings & Merrill (SOM) has revealed the design for 848 Brickell, a skyscraper in Downtown Miami. The tower is defined by two expansive terraces and an “exposed structure.” The building will rise 51 stories and spread across 11,7762 m2 (1,267,580 sf) with 271 residential units. An exposed structure will wrap around the building’s facade, with angled support beams framing the outdoor spaces ..read more

The 27,406 m2 (295,000 sf) building comprises 271 residential units and is LEED silver certified. Photo courtesy Cory Holland LMN Architects recently celebrated the completion of the Graystone Residential Building in Seattle. The building’s design is divided in three parts (the podium level, the tower, and the crown)—all relating to the surrounding context. The 27,406 m2 (295,000 sf) building comprises 271 residential units and is LEED silver certified. The first five floors are the podium level and are made of concrete masonry units (CMU) masonry. The remaining 29 floors form a glass and stee ..read more

The complete rebuild of Beaverton High School (BHS) will comprise a 27,917 m2 (300,500 sf), three-story building. Photo courtesy BRIC Architecture Beaverton High School (BHS), the oldest high school in the city and the largest project in the bond, has broken ground on its complete rebuild. The project, undertaken by Skanksa, will comprise a 27,917 m2 (300,500 sf), three-story building with a 1,439 m2 (15,500 sf) enclosed courtyard. Construction work includes a new academic and gymnasium building, as well as new student and staff parking lots, athletic field structures, and landscaping. The new ..read more

Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), BNIM, and the University of Kansas (KU) School of Architecture & Design, have unveiled a new mass timber building called Makers’ KUbe. Photo courtesy Kilograph Bjarke Ingels Group (BIG), BNIM, and the University of Kansas (KU) School of Architecture & Design, have unveiled a new mass timber building called Makers’ KUbe. The 4,645 m2 (50,000 sf) mass timber cube structure is optimized to reduce material and curtail carbon-intensive concrete. The building’s light-filled, six-story open plan creates a layered and flexible studio. The 4,645 m2 (50,000 sf) mass ti ..read more

 A light metal wraps the apparatus bay exterior. Photos courtesy Josh Partee Inspired by local agricultural buildings, Fire Station 76 in Gresham, Ore., comprises of two masses: a vaulted apparatus bay clad with metal and an office and living quarters wrapped in charred wood. The apparatus bay includes the emergency response vehicles, working spaces, a shop, bunker gear washer and storage, and an EMS room. Shou Sugi Ban, a traditional Japanese technique, was used to char the wood surface, providing protection from rot, decay, and insects. Shou Sugi Ban, a traditional Japanese techniq ..read more

StudRite® is a lightweight, high-strength open web stud that is engineered for exceptional performance and ease of use. StudRite® boasts an industry-leading strength-to-mass ratio, making it ideal for diverse projects, from interior walls to high-rise applications and prefabricated wall panels. Its innovative design translates to faster and safer jobsite handling, superior structural integrity, and streamlined trade integration for efficient mechanical, electrical, and plumbing installations. Tested to ASTM E90 in multiple types of wall assemblies, StudRite achieves e ..read more

Timeless design meets modern elegance with the PAC-CLAD Board and Batten metal wall panel system. Suitable for both residential and commercial applications, it uses a concealed fastener system to maintain clean lines and a rhythmic pattern of alternating wide vertical boards and narrower elevated battens. The 19.05 mm (0.75 in.) batten depth and 50.8 mm (2 in.) width create dimensional interest while keeping trim offsets to a minimum. Board and Batten panels blend smoothly into various architectural styles with the benefit of durable, low-maintenance metal. PAC-CLAD’s metal wall panels are e ..read more