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Full to the BIM

BIM is the hot topic on the lips of construction industry professionals throughout the UK, revolutionising design, clash detection, estimation and performance. By modelling in the virtual environment first; problems are detected before construction begins, guaranteeing the building is constructed correctly first time, every time. The Government is converting all appropriate projects into a 3D collaborative BIM environment by 2016.

Third phase of UW Medicine research complex opens in Seattle

The newest phase of University of Washington’s (UW) School of Medicine, designed by Perkins+Will, has opened in Seattle.

Perkins+Will receives two EDRA awards for 1315 Peachtree Street project

Perkins+Will has received two awards from the Environmental Design Research Association (EDRA) for its 1315 Peachtree Street project in Atlanta, US.

Foundry retrofit studios shortlisted for New London Awards 2013

Foundry, the refurbishment of a 19th century warehouse building into new studios for Cullinan Studio, has been shortlisted in the Conservation & Retrofit category for New London Awards (NLA) 2013.

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts to open new luxury hotel in Qufu

Hong Kong-based Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts will open the new Shangri-La Hotel, Qufu in Qufu which pays homage to the famous philosopher, Confucius on 1 August 2013.

Hilton opens new DoubleTree by Hilton-branded property in Iowa

Hilton Worldwide has announced the opening of a new DoubleTree by Hilton-branded property called DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

NEMO Cassina Lighting presents Alya pendant lamp

NEMO Cassina Lighting has presented the new pendant lamp called Alya, which is designed by Gabriele Rosa.

New supportive-housing development opens in Chicago

A new supportive-housing development, named as Myers Place, has opened in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, which is designed to provide an affordable and independent living to the residents.

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport opens first nap centre

Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport in the US has unveiled the first Minute Suites Center, a 24-hour nap centre, for passengers to relax.

Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Port Washington completes $1.7 million renovation

The Lutheran Church of Our Savior in Port Washington has completed $1.7 million renovation, which is designed by BBS Architects & Engineers, to offer expanded worship, social event, wedding, and athletic facilities to the local community.