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

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Bechtel charged with managing Saudi Arabia's infrastructure

Bechtel charged with managing Saudi Arabia's infrastructure

It isn't just glittering high-rises. In addition to Bechtel, other US-based, multinational firms are flocking to the Middle East to work on projects such as canals, oil fields, airports, and mega tourist attractions.    

$10B JFK Airport revamp latest in NYC infrastructure boom

$10B JFK Airport revamp latest in NYC infrastructure boom

P3s and design-build are driving mega-projects ranging from Penn Station to LaGuardia Airport and the Tappan Zee Toll Bridge.

KC startup raises $5M for owners platform

KC startup raises $5M for owners platform

Light bulbs that replace themselves? Sure. At least that's one of the goals for Site 1001, a startup that just raised millions in venture funds to build out a new app that aims to help owners operate and maintain increasingly complex 'smart' buildings.

How To Build a Cutting-Edge Research Center

How To Build a Cutting-Edge Research Center

The William Eckhardt Research Center is a new, $225M research facility at the University of Chicago that houses several Nobel Prize-winning research groups and fills seven floors and 277,000 sq ft. On June 15, the building team will reveal the secrets to its success.

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Big Spender: Gov. Cuomo Pledges $100 Billion in New Construction

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Big Spender: Gov. Cuomo Pledges $100 Billion in New Construction

In his annual "State of the State" address, NY Gov. Andrew Cuomo this month pledged billions to fund overdue infrastructure improvements. Tired of waiting for Congress to act, the state is looking to P3 investment to help shoulder the load.

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C-Suite Corner: Newforma's Ian Howell Peers Ahead

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C-Suite Corner: Newforma's Ian Howell Peers Ahead

Don't be fooled by the NH address. While tech rivals surf the cyber shoals in Silicon Valley or dazzle with glitzy demos in Paris, a lean giant has quietly grown in the White Mountains of New England. How does 2016 look from that snowy perch?

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Building a Rainforest Firm: Lessons from Silicon Valley

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Building a Rainforest Firm: Lessons from Silicon Valley

Your design firm can step up its game by adopting a few principles that have made Silicon Valley the world’s most fertile place on earth for innovation. Clark Davis relays suggestions from an influential book gaining popularity.

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Would you pay more for peace and quiet at the ballpark?

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Would you pay more for peace and quiet at the ballpark?

Defying almost all rhyme or reason, sports construction is still booming around the world. Earlier this month, SMPS-Chicago convened an expert panel of designers and builders to talk about what is driving this inelastic market.

Time is now for Urban Eco-Systems activism, says expert panel

Time is now for Urban Eco-Systems activism, says expert panel

At the latest SmartWorlds "salon", our trio of top advisors took the stage together for the first time, sparking a fascinating discussion of cities' place in Nature. They also urged us all to BE the change we want to see. 

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TT+20: How can we retain the 'Other 51 Percent'?

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TT+20: How can we retain the 'Other 51 Percent'?

Women make up 51% of the population, but less than 20% of engineers and architects. Thornton Tomasetti convened several prominent female leaders from our industry to discuss this issue and explore solutions for improving those numbers.

The World's Most Sustainable Structures

The World's Most Sustainable Structures

Melbourne's Pixel Building can claim that they are the most sustainable structure on the planet according to the Classic Window Replacement of Dublin, Ireland.  Among the dozen buildings featured in their new infrographic, Pixel was chosen to lead the pack due to they fact they were granted the highest ever LEED score by the US Green Building Council. Designed by architecture and design firm Studio 505, it can proudly claim to be Oz's first carbon neutral office building.

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Finding harmony in project information, integration

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Finding harmony in project information, integration

BIM and IPD are two peas in the AEC pod that don't always work together harmoniously. Last week, BuiltWorlds had the chance to host Chicago's monthly meeting of BIM/IPD experts. Bottom line: the future looks bright.

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Virtual solutions, real concerns engage experts

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Virtual solutions, real concerns engage experts

The Chicago Building Congress's first-ever program focused exclusively on tech was held over lunch last week at the Union League Club downtown. Optimizing the Process: CBC's Virtual Construction Panel drew more than 170 guests and offered varying expert perspectives from virtually every team tier.

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Virtues of virtual construction panel just days away

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Virtues of virtual construction panel just days away

BuiltWorlds is working with the Chicago Building Congress on an upcoming luncheon program focused on the wildly evolving world of AEC technology. "Optimizing the Process: CBC's Virtual Construction Panel" will be held Wednesday, March 18.

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10 Items Burnham Works Found Interesting This Week

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10 Items Burnham Works Found Interesting This Week

Every Thursday we’re giving you a deeper look into what makes the minds behind Burnham Works tick and intrigue our curiosity. Ten links to ideas, events, or articles in the AEC industry. We call this our Thursday Ten. 

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2014 NU's Now & Next Recap

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2014 NU's Now & Next Recap

On Wednesday, August 13 through Friday, August 15, Northwestern University hosted their annual Symposium for Technology for Design and Construction at their downtown Chicago campus.

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