BuiltWorlds' resident architect walks us through the site selection process, the players involved, and what went into the unique design of Zurich Insurance Group's new North American headquarters.
Building NYC's $20+ billion, 28-acre Hudson Yards
For real: IrisVR introduces multi-user collaboration
Experts speak on parametric and computational design
Data-driven design propelling collaboration
Architizer's top picks for BIM developments and tools at AIA
Smart windows gain even more intelligence than before
Electrochromic systems intuitively alter the hue of exterior windows based on conditions ranging from astronomical data, building orientation, latitude and longitude – even meteorological forecasts. Systems reduce heat gain and glare, maintain crystal-clear views, all while accruing significant energy savings over a reasonable payback period.
Obamas unveil Presidential Center design
Five big benefits of data-driven design
We create data in every part of the build process, and the ability to capture and analyze that data has only increased over the years. Now, professionals across the AEC tackle the issues of What do I do with all this data? How can I use it to benefit me? Well, if you're a designer, here are some big benefits for you.
Q&A: Lon Grohs on the future of VR and V-Ray in AEC
The chief commercial officer of Chaos Group, maker of the V-Ray software that produces photo-realistic renderings for film, virtual reality, and architectural models, discusses how VR/AR will expand further into the AEC space in the near future and how his firm's product will develop with the trend.
