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Contractors

Bringing the concepts of architects, engineers, and clients to life often requires problem-solving and compromise, and always requires hard work on the contractor’s part. Keeping construction within the allotted budget and up to the rest of the building team’s standards requires a combination of extensive technical and product knowledge.

Mar 5, 2012

Tishman constructing new courthouse in Philadelphia

Construction is underway for the Pennsylvania Department of General Services’ 510,000-sf facility.

Mar 5, 2012

Perkins Eastman pegs O’Donnell to lead K-12 practice

O’Donnell will continue the leadership and tradition of creative design established by firm Chairman and CEO Bradford Perkins FAIA, MRAIC, AICP in leading this market sector across the firm’s 13 offices domestically and internationally.

Mar 5, 2012

Moody+Nolan designs sustainable fire station in Cincinnati

Cincinnati fire station achieves LEED Gold certification.

Mar 5, 2012

Gilbane Building Co. wins top honors at ASA Houston awards ceremony

Gilbane was also named General Contractor of the Year for the seventh time in 11 years and won the inaugural Safety Program of the Year award.

Mar 5, 2012

Franklin Institute in Philadelphia selects Skanska to construct new pavilion

The building has been designed by SaylorGregg Architects and will apply for LEED Silver certification.

Mar 2, 2012

By the Numbers

66 skyscrapers to built in China over six years; 1,000 questions in the Modern Architecture game; 21,000 new jobs. 

Mar 1, 2012

Intelligent construction photography, not just pretty pictures

Our expert tells how to organize construction progress photos so you don’t lose track of all the valuable information they contain.

Mar 1, 2012

AIA: A clear difference, new developments in load-bearing glass

Earn 1.0 AIA/CES learning units by studying this article and successfully completing the online exam.

Mar 1, 2012

8 tips for architects to consider before LED installation

Lighting experts offer Building Team members critical information to consider before upgrading lighting systems to LEDs.

Mar 1, 2012

Reconstruction Awards: Reinvesting in a neighborhood’s future

The reconstruction of a near-century-old derelict public works facility in Minneapolis earns LEED Platinum—and the hearts and minds of the neighboring community.

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