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Awarding neighborhood advancement through architecture
January 1st, 1970
Complex transit-oriented renovation project. By Jake Kulju The $500 million Denver Union Station renovation is easily one of the largest and most complex transit-oriented renovation projects in the United States. Denver has been in the process of revitalizing the underused area since the 1980s when it began seeking ways to turn the underused rail yard […]
Shade possibilities
January 1st, 1970
Award-winning, customizable sun protection By Barb Ernster Seeking sun protection for his patio, Dr. Alan Shargani could not find a solution that was reasonably priced or didn’t take several weeks to make. He ended up designing his own and created Infinity Canopy Inc., a versatile and customizable shade system that is simple to install, affordable […]
The world economy: key statistics
January 1st, 1970
By Jeff Rasmussen It was a recovery year, to be sure, but an uneven global rebound kept the lid on the world economy. For the last three quarters of the year in 2013 and 2014, the U.S. has been an economic island, showing noticeable improvement in comparison to other major economies around the world. This […]
Green roof and wall system types
January 1st, 1970
The following roof systems offer different advantages and cost levels. Modular: A green roof with drainage layers, filter cloth, growing media and plants already prepared in movable, interlocking grids. Loose laid: Same as modular, but the grids are not necessarily interlocking. Built-up: A green roof comprised of individually constructed layers, including waterproofing, drainage board, root […]
Local firms help architects ‘break the tent envelope’ for Design Miami
January 1st, 1970
By Joanna Baymiller At the tender age of 37, Alain Perez, president of Eventstar Productions, the South Florida company that collaborated with the architects to create Design Miami’s showcase pavilion, is the elder statesman of this group of young innovators. Eventstar managed the technical requirements of the structure. The 11-year-old firm has won outstanding achievement […]
Questions to ask when planning a graphics project
January 1st, 1970
A checklist of questions you should ask before you get started. By Paula Rees How long might this fabric or fabric and print combination last? Is there a warranty? How are the awning/signage frames attached to the building? How much will the frame and fabric combination weigh? How is a weather seal maintained at the […]
Advice for designers specifying graphics for their next project
January 1st, 1970
Keep these issues in mind. By Paula Rees Early involvement by a graphics specialist saves money and headaches. “One of the biggest issues for our work,” says Rees, “is when we aren’t brought in early enough, then the solutions end up being applied instead of integral (not as attractive). Under these circumstances, cost obviously increases […]
Around the world: Schools that offer coursework in fabric (textile) architecture
January 1st, 1970
A partial list Editor’s note: All attempts for accuracy of current programs were made. If the reader knows of other active programs and can e-mail information about them, the reader will be gratefully acknowledged. Send information to: bnwright@ifai.com with “new schools” under the subject heading. United Kingdom University of Bath Dept. of Architecture and Engineering […]
Colorful fabrics calm hospital patients
January 1st, 1970
By Katherine Carlson Calming fabric colors, patterns and textures create an ambiance much desired in health-care settings, from surgery waiting rooms to newborn intensive care to psych units. Ever since a 1985 study that showed that a specific color, Baker-Miller pink, reduced aggression among prison inmates and patients in mental-health institutions, designers have been seeking […]
How to maintain that healthy-looking fabric structure
January 1st, 1970
By Samuel J. Armijos First and foremost, one needs to determine the appropriate fabric for the application. Today, structures are being designed that might, in theory, be considered permanent but are planned to be up for only 10, 15 or 20 years. Likewise, there are specific fabrics with life spans and warranties that meet or […]