S.M.A.R.T. campus combines 3 schools on one site
From the start of the design process for Santa Clara Unified School District’s new preK-12 campus, discussions moved beyond brick-and-mortar to focus on envisioning the future of education in Silicon Valley. For months, designers worked with educators, parents,...
Future of cleaning
The British Institute of Cleaning Science (BICSc) and the Cleaning and Support Services Association (CSSA) have announced an initiative in partnership with the University of Surrey to explore innovation in the cleaning industry. FMJ reports In January, a joint...
Designing Office Space with Acoustics in Mind
Facilities managers who are creating new office spaces or renovating existing ones should work with their employers to design acoustically friendly offices, which would benefit both employees and employers. Challenges While many offices embrace an open office plan to...
Ground Broken on HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital
HCA Florida announced construction is underway on the new $231 million HCA Florida Gainesville Hospital, the latest hospital planned as part of HCA Florida Healthcare’s expansion across the state. Community and hospital leaders kicked off the project Thursday with a...
Workplace Safety and the Role of Access Control
Workplace violence and other issues threaten patients, staff and operations, so managers need to rethink security measures and technology. Security, access control and occupant safety have become higher priorities in all types of institutional and commercial...
Helping Starbucks design stores that are inclusive for all
The Opportunity Elevating standards of accessibility One in four adults in the U.S. have a disability. While retail spaces must comply with ADA codes, once elements like moveable furniture and merchandise are added, accessibility can become limited. Starbucks is...
How Do Your Machines See?
The machine-vision system you choose depends on available data and the required task. In simple terms, machine-vision systems are image-capturing and processing systems used in industrial processes. These systems serve as a rich source of production information,...
Here’s the timeline for SBTi’s corporate net-zero update
The Science Based Targets Initiative this week published the timeline for a widely anticipated, “major” revision to its Corporate Net-Zero Standard, set to take effect in 2025. SBTI is required to review its standards every two to five years, under its governance...
40-storey condo launches in Pickering
Sevoy Developments has launched a 40-storey condominium that will deliver 571 suites to downtown Pickering, Ontario. Residents at 1515 Pickering Parkway can expect much indoor-outdoor connectivity: an exclusive off-leash dog park, an interior rooftop courtyard, and...
Masonry distinguishes 101 Spadina
Last month, Devron launched 101 Spadina, a 39-storey residential community inspired by the art deco style and history of the neighbourhood. A mix of modern and classic architecture, masonry construction is aimed to distinguish the building from the mass of glass...