Greg Wang

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Unlocking Potential: Overcoming Technology Adoption Barriers in Multifamily Construction. For developers in the DFW area, rising material costs present both challenges and opportunities. Unfortunately, the construction industry has been slow to adopt digital technologies compared to other industries. In this article by Emma Woollacott, she points out three key reasons why: ⬇ 🔹 Construction remains largely manual. 🔹 3D printing, modularity, and untapped potential. 🔹 Industry fragmentation hinders technology adoption. The article does a great job of highlighting how the construction industry is lagging behind other sectors in digital transformation, despite the potential benefits of emerging technologies such as 3D printing, modular construction, and digital collaboration tools. Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gYfgsQhu #RealEstate #Construction #Multifamily #InnovationInConstruction

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This article explores the Theresa Passive House, a groundbreaking project in Austin, Texas. It's a renovated bungalow that achieves radical sustainability through Passive House certification and a rigorous energy efficiency standard. Key takeaways: - The house prioritizes energy efficiency while preserving the historic charm of the original Craftsman bungalow. - Special building materials, strategic design choices (like insulation placement and overhangs), and an advanced HVAC system significantly reduce energy use. - The house offers superior indoor air quality and withstood extreme weather events like Winter Storm Uri, proving its resilience. The project's significance: - The Theresa Passive House models sustainable building practices, particularly in hot and humid climates. - Its success inspires adopting Passive House standards in Austin and beyond. - The Inflation Reduction Act's focus on energy-efficient building could make sustainable homes more accessible. Overall, the Theresa Passive House offers a glimpse into a future where high-performance buildings provide comfort, energy efficiency, and resilience for all. Forge Craft Architecture + Design Hugh Jefferson Randolph Architects Hugh Randolph

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When I'm not loving sunrises and sunsets, I'm pretty much loving what I do -- bringing Leverage to CRE design teams. The potential to maximize value for off-site fabrication and flat-pack efficiency is too great, so I'm all in. FAQ: How much can Leverage help accelerate building delivery? Leverage accelerates project delivery two ways. First, by completing many of the procurement details in design that pave the way for manufacturing, we create an overlap in activities that normally follow one another. This overlap can save between two and four months from the overall project schedule. Second, by increasing off-site production and decreasing on-site labor, a project can meet more aggressive construction schedules, with time savings running between 15% and 50% of above-grade construction time. You can find our FAQ page here: https://lnkd.in/gJTcYe5X #cre #prefabrication #offsite #flatpack #designtechnology #bim

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🏗️ Unlocking AI's Potential: Transforming Design and Project Management for AEC Professionals Are you ready to revolutionize your AEC projects with the power of AI? 🤖💡 I am always looking for better ways to do things. Recently, I have been fascinated by the incredible potential of AI to enhance our design processes and streamline project management. Here are some game-changing use cases I found in the AEC industry: ✅ Generative Design: Imagine exploring thousands of design alternatives in minutes. AI-powered generative design tools can create optimized layouts based on your project parameters and constraints, saving countless hours of manual work. ✅ Intelligent Automation: Say goodbye to tedious, repetitive tasks. AI can automate design elements like placing standard components, generating floor plans from sketches, and checking designs against building codes. This frees you up to focus on the creative, high-value aspects of your work. ✅ Predictive Analytics: Worried about potential design clashes or constructability issues? AI algorithms can analyze past project data to identify risks early in the design phase, helping you proactively address problems and keep your projects on track. ✅ Enhanced Collaboration: Seamless collaboration is key to successful projects. AI-driven tools can automatically detect clashes between disciplines, organize design documents, and facilitate real-time communication among team members. No more silos or version control nightmares! The impact is real: 25% of each AEC professional's day can now be automated by AI, allowing you to focus on strategic, creative work. And 80.5% of AEC firms plan to adopt AI-powered digital tools to stay competitive. But here's the thing: To truly leverage AI's potential, we need to invest in training and upskilling. It's not about replacing our expertise, but rather augmenting it with powerful tools and insights. I'm excited to dive deeper into AI's transformative potential for consulting engineers. By embracing these technologies strategically, can we unlock new levels of efficiency, innovation, and value for our clients? 🔓💡 Are you leveraging AI in your AEC projects? What tools have you found that get you excited? Share your experiences and insights in the comments below! 👇 #AEC #AI #DesignTech #ProjectManagement #Innovation #FutureOfWork

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🏢 Architects: Let's pursue happiness over the grind. Reflecting on Day #1 of AIA'24, Arthur Brooks' opening keynote truly resonated with me. He spoke passionately about the pursuit of happiness as something within our control, emphasizing that we have the power to shape our own happiness. Brooks highlighted the "macro-nutrients" of happiness: enjoyment, satisfaction, and purpose. As architects, we often find ourselves caught in the relentless grind, but it's crucial to remember that our well-being is just as important as our work. Let's make a conscious effort to prioritize happiness in our lives and careers. How can we integrate enjoyment, satisfaction, and purpose into our daily routines and professional endeavors? Let's pursue happiness over the grind. What's one step you'll take today towards a happier, more fulfilling life? #AIA24 #PursueHappiness #ArchitectsWellbeing #DesignYourLife #WorkLifeBalance

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🏢Architects: Want to get paid our worth? Let's shift the narrative away from how many design awards we've won toward the tangible benefits our buildings provide for the families, businesses, and neighborhoods they serve. Our industry often touts the relationship-based nature of business development and architectural services. However, we seldom delve into how those relationships have evolved through the transformative impact of our designs on our clients' lives. At the heart of every successful project lies a deep understanding of our clients' needs, aspirations, and the unique stories they wish to etch into the built environment. It's through this collaborative journey that we not only shape physical spaces but also forge enduring bonds with the people we serve. Our true success stories aren't measured by the number of awards won but by the smiles on the faces of those who thrive within the functional, beautiful spaces we conceive. It's the family whose dream home provides: - A nurturing sanctuary. - The business flourishes in an environment tailored to its operational needs. - The community finds renewed vibrancy in a thoughtfully designed public space. Just as our clients entrust us with their visions, we, too, gain invaluable insights from their lived experiences. Through this exchange, we continually refine our craft, pushing the boundaries of what's possible while ensuring our designs resonate with the people who will inhabit them. In an industry where human connections are paramount, we must embrace the reality that people want to work with people – not just designers. By celebrating the tangible benefits our buildings provide and the stories they tell, we reinforce our value and pave the way for deeper, more meaningful relationships that drive our profession forward. So, let's reshape the narrative, one project at a time, and remember that true architectural excellence lies not in accolades but in the positive impact we create for those we serve. If we want to get paid for our value, we should talk about our designs from a value-based perspective in language that more clients can understand. How will you change how you talk about your projects in the future? #architects #designawards #businessdevelopment #relationships _____________________ Hi, 👋🏻 I'm Evelyn Lee, FAIA | NOMA I've been on the client side for over a decade and have spent the last five years in tech, helping create exceptional employee experiences while growing the business. Now, I help architects: ⇒ Think Differently ⇒ Increase Productivity ⇒ Create Opportunities

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This is how we will help pay for our mission. From Justin Burton, Your Mentor for $$Income. JustinDesigns3D@outlook.com 801-200-2574 HI, You recently asked for ways to make more money. Let me know if you are interested in $3k to $10k more a month. Here is a quick 9-minute video that explains how. https://www.2konnect.com/ Click the video on this page or click here https://lnkd.in/eGHKTteV

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The latest victim of the shrinking home: HALLWAYS. When asked how designs are shifting to make homes smaller, architects and residential designers tell us... 🗨 "[We] reduced circulation [and] simplified the foundation to be more efficient." 🗨 "[We are] applying a conscious effort to comfortably provide only the space that is needed for a room. Often this accompanies an effort to efficiently control circulation within and between spaces." 🗨 "Elimination of hallways as much as possible." What's driving this trend? Homes are shrinking to become more affordable, but we still need the same number of rooms and features (like bedrooms, home offices, etc). We can reduce room sizes, but we don’t want rooms to be TOO small. Hallways and other circulation spaces aren't places we spend time, so we can make them smaller without much impact on the homebuyer, as long as the house still flows well. Learn more about this trend from Jamie Gold, CKD CAPS MCCWC's coverage in Forbes ➡ https://lnkd.in/gsgAEQBG Quotes from our US Residential Architecture and Design Survey (conducted with Pro Builder Media) #jbrec #nhti

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Not every project needs to consume an entire day. Spaced by T . Professional Organizing does it space by SPACE 😉😉 Here’s a simple step by step guide: 1) remove all contents 2) Trash dry cleaning, metal hangers, and plastic covers 3) Edit; keep, Donate or trash 4) place all your KEEP items back into the closet 5) like items together; seasonal, Rain, etc. 6) create sections- bins, or up cycle an old laundry basket like we did here. 7) add labels 8) shift around seasonal wear as it makes sense Hope this helps breakdown how you can tackle your coat closet, lmk how it goes! Love, T . . . . . . . #spacedbyT #entrepreneurship #theFunnyOrganizer #organizedliving #supportsmallbusiness #smallbusinessowner #organizationishealthy #organizationissmart #conscienceconsumers #healthyhabits #hireanorganizer #femaleentrepreneur #womanowned #womanownedbusiness #communityovercompetition #buildcommunity #healthyfeed #hiremegethappy #minimalism #organizationisaninvestment #smartchoices #healthyorganizer #healthyfeed #professionalorganizer #homeorganizer #professionalhomeorganization #luxaryhomeorganization #tidyliving #sustainablehabits #organizationgoals

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While I respect a Developer’s program for any development, I do not let them dictate the design direction. That is my job as an Architect.

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Congratulations Prescriptive Data on being one of our 2024 CRE's Best Places to Work! 🎉 The best place to work is more than benefits packages, compensation and flexibility. Although all the aforementioned matter, we also considered examples set by corporate leadership, the company's spirit to giving back, and the affection employees help at these firms. Read the reasons behind our picks: https://lnkd.in/ggUd5xGS

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An increased emphasis on physical, emotional, and social wellness is supercharging growth in a number of industries that comprise the rapidly developing “wellness economy.” This week, we explore how health and wellness trends are influencing the design of all types of spaces, ranging from a next-generation, sustainable hospital to wellness-infused workplaces and senior living facilities. We’ll also share strategies for designing spaces that promote mental and emotional well-being, unpack our framework for addressing heat waves and climate change, and highlight a recovery facility that provides a healing environment that is both functional and aesthetically pleasing. click here! https://lnkd.in/g5DWkfHs

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I'm excited to share our latest Bassman Blaine Home article on functional design for health and wellness. It explores how thoughtful design choices - from natural light to biophilic elements - can enhance mood and overall well-being. Our environments aren't just backdrops; they're vital to our quality of life. I encourage you to read this piece for valuable insights on creating nurturing spaces. What design elements do you find most impactful for your well-being? https://lnkd.in/gUxNVqYs #FunctionalInteriorDesign #InteriorDesign #BassmanBlaineHome

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How does a high-stakes architecture project meet quality, accuracy, and client satisfaction every single time? At MWB, we've mastered the art of precision through: • Ongoing Template Development: We consistently update our project templates based on client feedback and regulatory requirements. • Structured Checklists: Every project submission undergoes rigorous checks to ensure all requirements are met, thanks to our detailed checklists. • Quality Assurance Oversight: Our dedicated QA department reviews project histories to ensure compliance with architectural specifications and client objectives. • Internal Clash Detection: By identifying conflicts between trades early, we prevent costly changes during construction. This approach not only streamlines our workflow but also significantly reduces the risk of errors and change orders, ensuring that we deliver top-tier results on every project.

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What does this trend for ever increasing rents mean for cities/urban life? Incentive for increasing profits in development and thus (high-end) building activity and services catering to the clientele for it vs displacement of large proportions of society that give the city its critical density, diversity and complexity to the edges or outside of the cities because they simply can no longer afford it ... The more successful cities are at creating a diverse and complex cultural scene and economic environment, the more attractive they become for (high-end) development. The more development caters to the top financial stratosphere, the more cities will loose the chaotic energy, diversity and density that make them the incubators of culture (and commerce) ...(Williamsburg anyone?) The question of how to maintain all layers of society in urban centers is ever pressing and answers for practical solutions seem to be in increasingly short supply ... (Berlin 'rent cap' anyone?) #urbanlife #liveablecities #development https://lnkd.in/eDuJrRNC

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Andrew Hawkins, AIA, LEED AP, NCARB and I are finally conceding to a request that’s been made a thousand times – please do an episode on starting an architectural business! – a topic that I have resisted for essentially 6 years, and I think I’ve finally broken. This is not as easy of a topic to discuss as you might think because there are a million different ways you could answer a question this broad. In an attempt to make this conversation of value, we are going to start at the beginning, and we are going to eat this whale one bit at a time. We cover: - Executive Strategy - Summary of Services Offered - Vision and Mission Statement - Legal Structure - Market Analysis - Pricing Strategy - Financial Planning - Insurance - Marketing and Branding - Technology and Software Even though I have put any sort of discussion around starting a new architecture business off for YEARS, there are some easily identifiable reasons why the time spent creating one is worth the effort. A successfully prepared business plan is invaluable as it provides a clear roadmap for growth and development, helping to articulate the business’s vision, mission, and goals. When done well, it offers a comprehensive analysis of the market, identifying opportunities and potential challenges, and outlines strategies for marketing, operations, and financial management. This detailed plan enables anyone starting off on this journey a way to make informed decisions, and possibly most importantly, manage your resources effectively. If you have been through this process and feel like there is a key consideration worth adding to the list, please add it below for others to consider. Cheers! #architecturefirm #architecturebusiness #businessplan #architecturalstrategy

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