Hot Property: Boston Athenaeum
The Boston Athenaeum’s current exhibition features artwork of some of the city’s iconic buildings – and one that never got built – created by a prolific Winthrop architectural illustrator.
Architecture Grapples with the AI Question
Time is money in design and development. Is artificial intelligence the wonder drug for commercial projects in a costly market like Massachusetts?
A Career Transition Driven by Insider Knowledge
Eight years of hands-on experience in the life science world was the foundation of Jane Kepros’ career switch, where she now plays a role in shaping the next generation of research facilities.
Leadership Changes as Architecture Firm Turns 30
This year’s 30-year anniversary of Harvard-based Maugel DeStefano Architects’ founding is accompanied by a transition in leadership. Founder Brent Maugel is handing off control to 22-year veteran Jonathan Cocker and two other principals.
A Potential Global Distinction for BU’s ‘Jenga Building’
Boston University’s Center for Computing and Data Sciences is one of 250 buildings nominated for building of the year in the higher education and research category at the World Architecture Festival.
Pritzker Prize Goes to African Architect Focused on Sustainability
The architecture world’s most prestigious prize has been awarded to Diébédo Francis Kéré for a craft that is “sustainable to the earth and its inhabitants in lands of extreme scarcity.”
Returning for a Second Act at Architectural Firm
Jeff Talka’s new role is to expand architect S/L/A/M Collaborative’s work in the science and technology sectors, but he needs some experienced help as the company pursues more design work in Boston and other metros with growing lab clusters.
Changing Gears in a Fluid Real Estate Cycle
Hospitality projects were a leading source of DJSA Architecture’s work until mid-March, when developers hit pause on new construction and renovation projects as COVID-19 disrupted business and leisure travel.
Why So Many Architects Are Angered by ‘Making Federal Buildings Beautiful Again’
Decades of federal architectural policy would be upended if the Trump administration follows through on an executive order that was leaked to the Architectural Record on Feb. 4.
Defining ‘Smart’ Designs for Changing Cities
With the convergence of new technological innovation, we are seeing a drastic shift in how we interact with each other and the environment, CBT Architects Associate Principal Sae Kim says, and it’s changing how he – and we – are seeing cities.
Charting Growth In Meds and Eds
S/L/A/M Collaborative is growing in Boston with plans to double the size of its Fort Point offices’ workforce. The firm is seeking to expand its work in the health care and workplace sectors to augment its traditional strength in
Architects Push the Limits of Old Materials in New Construction
Vanity, after all, is often what pushes architects and designers to do their very best work. If you’re not trying to stand out and be the best, how could you possibly distinguish yourself and set your work apart?
Editorial Cartoon
“Yeah, but think about long-term … in 64 years, ‘circa 2013’ is going to be huge.”
The Continuing Evolution of Building Exteriors
Innovations are continuously evolving in the building trades, now and throughout history. New technologies and materials on the horizon will soon join this list, altering our buildings, making them more energy independent, adapting to individual users needs and transforming our interactions with the spatial environment.
Unusual Building Facades Offer Multiple Benefits
Three years ago, Boston Mayor Martin J. Walsh called on the real estate community to create more architecturally impressive buildings in Boston. Interesting buildings help attract and retain talent because they speak to a company’s brand and culture, often have significant sustainability
