Architecture
How Nelson Byrd Woltz is Transforming Houston’s Highway System
US-based landscape architecture firm Nelson Byrd Woltz has recently completed a significant project in Houston, Texas. Known as the Kinder Land Bridge and Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Prairie, this endeavor is part of a larger ten-year master plan initiated in 2015 by Nelson Byrd Woltz Landscape Architects. The plan aims to transform a 1,464-acre wilderness…
Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos: Revolutionizing the Dallas Art Museum with Their Vision
Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos, a renowned architectural firm, is revolutionizing the Dallas Art Museum with their visionary designs. With a keen eye for innovation and a commitment to pushing the boundaries of architectural excellence, Nieto Sobejano Arquitectos is transforming the museum into a contemporary masterpiece. Led by architects Fuensanta Nieto and Enrique Sobejano, the firm combines…
How Texas Architects are Redefining School Safety
Over a year ago, Texas families were confronted with an unimaginable tragedy when nineteen defenseless third- and fourth-grade students and two educators were brutally murdered in a violent shooting at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde. This event occurred four years after the 2018 tragedy at Santa Fe High School in Santa Fe, Texas, which prompted…
How Adaptive Urban Regulations are Shaping the Future of Affordable Housing in the U.S.
In the ever-changing world of urban development, cities are confronted with a variety of obstacles that require quick and innovative solutions. These challenges range from the crucial problem of affordable housing to the urgent need for efficient and uncrowded infrastructure, as well as sustainable energy practices. As the demands of the built environment grow, local…
Architects Advocate for Design Freedom and Resilient Communities
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and more than 400 of its architect members attended meetings recently with their Members of Congress. As professionals and constituents, AIA members are advocating for two bipartisan pieces of legislation that benefit communities and their inhabitants. Architects met with legislators to discuss the Democracy In Design Act (S.366), to…
Women in Architecture: Dr. Sharon Egretta Sutton, FAIA: 2023 AIA/ACSA Topaz Medallion for Architectural EducationWomen in Architecture: Dr. Sharon Egretta Sutton, FAIA:
An educator, author, and citizen architect with worldwide reach, Dr. Sharon Egretta Sutton, FAIA, has shifted the profession of architecture toward a more equitable, diverse, and inclusive future. Fueled by a passion for representing the unrepresented, she has shaped a career informed by the obstacles constructed by the country’s political landscape. Throughout, she has developed…
Looking at Industry Challenges, Forecasts & the Future
For solid and consistent business success in a competitive construction market, it’s vital that you remain aware of statistics and data. These recent findings highlight the state of construction around Texas and our nation, which will prove valuable in your decision-making when it comes to partnerships, certifications, and expansion efforts. Whether you are a general…
Design Trends Point to Smaller Scale Development, Yet Underscore the Need for Affordable Housing and Resilient Communities
Results from The American Institute of Architects (AIA) fourth quarter Home Design Trends Survey revealed a slump in new affordable housing construction and multi-generational housing popularity. Other trends suggest consumers’ interest in communities designed sustainably is growing. The latest survey results—focusing on neighborhood design—found that popularity for higher-density development and mixed-use facilities continued to flourish…
Architects Applaud Federal Building Performance Standard to Further Reduce Building Emissions
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) commends the Biden Administration for developing the first-ever Federal Building Performance Standard, setting an ambitious goal to cut energy use and electrify equipment and appliances in 30 percent of the building space owned by the Federal government by 2030. “The AIA supports the Council on Environmental Quality’s (CEQ) Federal…
Future Architect Fund Launches as Bridge between Architecture Education and Building Industry
Future Architect Fund, a nonprofit organization that helps young people pursue careers in architecture, recently announced its public-facing launch and introduced its first holiday giving campaign. The organization, founded in 2020 by architects and construction industry insiders, is focused on providing support to individuals who may not have the financial means to complete all the…
Women Recognized in Architecture, Engineering, and Construction: RHCA Announces Luna Awards Winners in San Antonio, Austin, and for the First Time El Paso!
Recently, the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA) announced San Antonio winners: Elaiza Alvarez, with Lockwood, Andrews, and Newnam, awarded Woman of the Year A/E/C, and Sherrika Arch with Straight Line Management A/E/C Firm of the Year. The Award ceremony was held at the Marriot Riverwalk Hotel with remarks by RHCA President and CEO John Martinez,…
Architecture Industry News
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) By the Numbers report for 2021 showcases the annual performance of the architecture and engineering firm signatories of the 2030 Commitment. The By the Numbers report can be explored on AIA’s website at AIA.org. With buildings contributing almost 40 percent of U.S. carbon dioxide emissions, architecture and design firms…
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