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Reasons to reinvent the Midcentury academic library

DLR Group's Interior Design Leader Gretchen Holy, Assoc. IIDA, shares the idea that a designer's responsibility to embrace a library’s history, respect its past, and create an environment that will serve student populations for the next 100 years.



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Despite popular belief, the country is not in a great age of technological and digital innovation, at least when compared to the last great innovation era (1870-1970).

Proving Ground | May 9, 2016

3 things to consider for computation in the business of design

In creating a roadmap for computation, Proving Ground's Nathan Miller likes to consider investing in the right people, incorporating a range of skillsets, and defining the business value.

sponsored | Bill O'Keeffe | May 6, 2016

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sponsored | Jeff Alexander | May 2, 2016

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HDR | May 2, 2016

How HDR used computational design tools to create Omaha's UNO Baxter Arena

Three years after writing a white paper about designing an arena for the University of Nebraska Omaha, HDR's Matt Goldsberry says it's time to cherry-pick the best problem-solving workflows.

Gresham Smith | Apr 27, 2016

How retailers can create spaces to appeal to Millennial shoppers

Today's college students have a bit more spending power than past generations. In the third part of the The New Student series, GS&P's Brandon Bell highlights how brick-and-mortar retailers can draw in Millennial shoppers.

CallisonRTKL | Apr 22, 2016

What leads to success in the density-driven workplace?

CallisonRTKL’s Kirill Pivovarov explores how densification can lead to increased productivity and innovation in the workplace.

sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 22, 2016

Coil-Coating Process Improvements Lower Costs and Environmental Impact

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Paladino | Apr 20, 2016

5 ways rapid tech growth can drive sustainability leadership in Seattle

Paladino's Nash Emrich writes that Seattle can keep its edge in sustainability by leveraging new energy performance transparency rules, using wellness to attract top tech talent, and embracing innovative commuting options.

sponsored | Kenny Stoner | Apr 19, 2016

Where is the steel line?

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Proving Ground | Apr 15, 2016

Should architects learn to code?

Even if learning to code does not personally interest you, the growing demand for having these capabilities in an architectural business cannot be overlooked, writes computational design expert Nathan Miller.

Stantec | Apr 14, 2016

Creating a home for eldercare using the ‘Green House’ design concept

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sponsored | Jeff Alexander | Apr 12, 2016

Prepainted metals for exterior design visions

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