Construction
Rob McManamy
DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes

Yesterday, DEWALT, accompanied by Procore, announced their new WiFi Mesh, which promises to increase wireless connectivity on the jobsite. We talked to two DEWALT executives about the new product — here's what they had to say.

DEWALT shifts to solve jobsite WiFi woes
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Data-driven design propelling collaboration

"Data-driven design" suggests an impersonal, robotic process that replaces human creativity with cold numbers. But at our latest BuildIdeas Breakfast, we learned from IBM Watson and Detroit Mercy Hospital that it can mean greater customer satisfaction.

Data-driven design propelling collaboration
Business
Rob McManamy
Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge

Despite wavering venture investment, the clean energy market is still growing from the Atlantic to the Pacific. Here, the annual Clean Energy Trust Challenge gives us a welcome opportunity to check in on multiple, vibrant efforts to implement power innovation.

Hawaii, Vermont, RI see clean energy surge
Cities
Rob McManamy
Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations

If cities will yield the richest data upon which tomorrow's most consequential decisions will be based, then it is no surprise they were a recurring topic at last week's BuiltWorlds Summit. To see some of the actionable insights that were shared, read on.

Cities, data drive BW Summit conversations
Architecture + Design
Rob McManamy
Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

Just days after the former First Lady urged architects not to neglect inner cities, she and her husband came home to Chicago this week to reveal their vision for a $500-million community hub that they hope will reinvigorate a long-struggling community.   

Obamas unveil Presidential Center design

Chicago Architecture Biennial

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Bye-bye Biennial: Reviews mixed as Chicago Exhibit Closes

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Bye-bye Biennial: Reviews mixed as Chicago Exhibit Closes

Taken on its own terms, the Chicago Architecture Biennial was an “unequivocal success,” an event that now joins it with Venice on the world stage. But many think the Windy City's initial international effort was not ambitious enough.

No-Stick Jam: 3d Printed Stone and String Structure Rocks Biennial

No-Stick Jam: 3d Printed Stone and String Structure Rocks Biennial

U.S. and Swiss designers claim to have created an architectural structure built without any adhesive, just rocks and thread. Now on display in Chicago, Rock Print came together via a robotic arm-like, powder-based 3-D printer.

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Public Design: Is There Still the Will to Build Great Spaces?

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Public Design: Is There Still the Will to Build Great Spaces?

Public money for public projects doesn't have to mean low-bid, low quality design. Daniel Patrick Moynihan made that point 50+ years ago, and last week, the Chicago Architecture Biennial took up the topic. BW was there.

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Architecture biennial celebration opens in Chicago

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Architecture biennial celebration opens in Chicago

The eyes of the global design community are focused on the Windy City this fall as the Chicago Architecture Biennial kicks off a three-month celebration and exploration of the art and utility of the profession, itself. 

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Ahead of Biennial, CAF launches Chi-Design Competion

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Ahead of Biennial, CAF launches Chi-Design Competion

Over 116 buildings dot the skyline of the Windy City, making Chicago one of the skyscraper capitals of the world. The Chicago Architecture Foundation is looking for a new home within their city. Recently, they launched an international competition, welcoming proposals for a Center for Architecture, Design and Education. 

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