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The article discusses the renovation and adaptive reuse of the former U.S. Embassy in Norway, which was designed by architect Eero Saarinen. The U.S. government has been selling off its valuable city-center embassies and building new, more secure structures in outer locations. The Oslo embassy, opened in 1959, was one of two designed by Saarinen and has been converted into a mixed-use complex by a team of architects. The renovation involved excavating the plot to create a new basement, restoring the landmarked areas, and updating the office floors with modern accommodations. The project aimed to respect the building's volumes and restore its original appearance. [Extracted from the article]

The double-height atrium, which contained a large portion of the library's collection and later evolved into a study space, is topped by a waffle slab ceiling. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,058 COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES FOR MUCH of its first 100 years, the University of Western Ontario, in London, was a relatively small outpost of Canada's public university system. The building's almost entirely poured-in-place concrete structure has stairs and mechanical shafts housed within oblong towers at the exterior corners and post-tensioned floor slabs supported by precast single tees. [Extracted from the article]

But a new 54-unit social housing complex on Carrer de Lluís Borrassà, designed by local firm Peris+Toral, shows that apartment buildings can be far more dignified, even on a budget. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,057 MULTIFAMILY HOUSING MULTIFAMILY HOUSING BORRASSÀ|BARCELONA|PERIS+TORAL ARQUITECTES EL BESÒS I EL MARESME is not what most people envision when they think of Barcelona. GROUND-FLOOR PLAN SECOND-FLOOR PLAN 1 SIDEWALK ENTRY 2 ELEVATOR 3 CHANGING ROOM 4 FIELD ENTRY 5 GARAGE RAMP 6 APARTMENT 7 ATRIUM 8 GARAGE 9 TERRACE 10 ROOF TERRACE 11 ATRIUM INLET 12 ATRIUM OUTLET AIR ENTERS the atrium through an inlet (right), rises toward polycarbonate roof panels (above, right) and vents at the top (above). [Extracted from the article]

The foyer, its floor, walls, and ceiling all clad in oak paneling, introduces the visitor to the long horizontal lines that Kogan values in his projects. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,056 RECORD INTERIORS WHEN A YOUNG COUPLE approached São Paulo architect Marcio Kogan to renovate an apartment in one of the city's most exclusive residential buildings, a rare opportunity presented itself. The other hallway connects to the apartment's four bedrooms, the doors to which are hidden in the corridor's oak-paneled walls in order to maintain Kogan's long, clean lines. [Extracted from the article]

De Korbeel means "corbel", and, although there are no corbels in the building, the name constitutes an apt metaphor for the building's role as social support. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,054 HEALTH CARE ENSURING THAT children with behavioral and mental health challenges are cared for within a community is an admirable ambition, but not one that is easily achieved. At night, in the secure unit, individual room doors in the wing can be opened so that residents can use the restrooms - but when one door is opened, the others are automatically locked to prevent residents from gathering in the corridor. [Extracted from the article]

Sage green H-section columns (left and far left) structure the house. Also used for pocket doors and millwork, the oak pairs well with the sage green exposed H-section columns and swinging metal doors along the eastern wall. Is the product of a transatlantic partnership forged between New York - based Ignacio G. Galán and Madrid-based husband-and-wife duo Álvaro Martín Fidalgo and Arantza Ozaeta of OF Architects. [Extracted from the article]

Restored to its 1890s configuration and appearance, Winders and Van Dijk's gallery circuit now sports rich colors based on paint-scratch samples and teems with a multitude of original details that have been cleaned, repaired, or remade where necessary. Dialogue between new and old fabric has been categorically shut down, while the restoration of Winders and Van Dijk's galleries, though ingenious and meticulous, is a form of heritage make-believe whose ambiguities and ironies are neither explored nor even acknowledged. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,050 RENOVATION, RESTORATION, & ADAPTIVE REUSE ROYAL MUSEUM OF FINE ARTS I ANTWERP, BELGIUM I KAAN ARCHITECTEN FOUNDED BY Napoleon in 1810, the Koninklijk Museum voor Schone Kunsten Antwerpen (Royal Museum of Fine Arts Antwerp, or KMSKA) houses a world-class collection that includes 16 Rubenses, six Van Dycks, countless paintings by early Flemish masters, Belgium's most extensive James Ensor holdings, and much, much more. [Extracted from the article]

In the end, the HVAC basement was allowed, but the redesigns caused problems in the final days of construction, when it turned out that certain connections were missing and holes had to be drilled through the vaulted floor plates. The result of targeted demolitions in the 1940s, the site was complex: steeply sloping, it measured barely 10,000 square feet for an ambitious 40,000-square-foot program; it included historic housing that had to be incorporated into the project; and it faced a large 1950s covered reservoir whose structure was too fragile to support any extra load. BUILDING TYPE STUDY 1,048 ARTS & CULTURE LONG FAMED for its perfume, the ancient town of Grasse sits high up in the hills above Cannes, overlooking the French Riviera. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the Best of the Best 2023 projects recognized by ENR (Engineering News-Record), which represent the highest achievements in U.S. design and construction. The projects include the Microsoft Thermal Energy Center, which features a geothermal heating and cooling system, and the Geowell drilling project, which used drone flights for assessment. Other projects highlighted include the Kings Bay Dry Dock Recapitalization project, the National Bio and Agro-Defense Facility (NBAF) project, the Orlando International Airport Terminal C, the Orange County Museum of Art, the 1021 O Street State Office Building, the UVA Inn at Darden - The Forum Hotel, the Mayo Clinic East Expansion, the John and Lile Gibbons Center for Arctic Studies and Barry Mills Hall at Bowdoin College, the Riverbend Meats Processing Plant, the Aston Martin Residences in Miami, the Primary Children's Hospital Hybrid Operating Room, the Martin Marietta Texas Quarry project, and the Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis. These projects showcase unique features, sustainability efforts, and overcoming challenges. [Extracted from the article]

The article lists the top 25 newsmakers, recognized for their contributions to decarbonization and overcoming structural challenges including Sean Beatty, Manager at Turner Construction, Joe Benvenuto, Chief Operating Officer at LIFTbuild, and Robert Buckley, President of Buckley & Co.

The article lists various bridge projects that are currently underway or planned for the future including Gordie Howe International Bridge, Gold Star Memorial Bridge, and Bow River Bridge.

The article highlights the ongoing construction project to upgrade and expand a section of Highway 1 known as Kicking Horse Canyon in British Columbia, Canada. It aims to transform the 70-year-old two-lane highway into a modern four-lane roadway, improving safety and accessibility. It further involves building bridges, viaducts, mechanically stabilized earthwalls, and conducting major excavations while navigating through challenging geological conditions.

The article focuses on the personal and emotional significance of constructing the Perelman Performing Arts Center at the World Trade Center site, as team members involved in the project have strong memories and connections to the events of 9/11. It mentions the theater's unique design and complex features, combined with its location near the memorial and transportation hub, make it a symbol of healing and revitalization for Lower Manhattan.

The article focuses on the advancements in smart water technology and its increasing adoption in the water industry. It highlights the growing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and Internet of Things (IoT) technologies in water and wastewater utilities as well as in building projects. It also emphasizes the importance of smart water systems in addressing water-related problems, such as leaks and water damage.

The article evaluates the use of smart sewer technology and digital water solutions by the City of Buffalo, in partnership with Xylem and Burns & McDonnell, to transform their existing gravity sewer system and address combined sewer overflow (CSO) issues. It mentions that the adoption of technology has resulted in a significant reduction in CSO and a substantial cost savings for the city.

Seeking Zohn Los Angeles Through July 23, 2023 Architect and engineer Alejandro Zohn (1930-2000), a Jewish émigré whose family fled Nazi-occupied Austria for Mexico during World War II, is little known outside his adopted country, but built widely in Guadalajara from the 1950s through the 1990s. Yasmeen Lari: Architecture for the Future Vienna Through August 16, 2023 Austria's national architecture museum, the Architekturzentrum Wien, presents the first monographic exhibition on Yasmeen Lari, Pakistan's first woman architect. Upcoming Exhibitions Herzog & de Meuron London July 14-October 15, 2023 Founded in Basel over 40 years ago by Jacques Herzog and Pierre de Meuron, the now global firm is renowned for projects such as the Tate Modern, Beijing's Bird's Nest National Stadium, and 1111 Lincoln Road in Miami Beach, Florida. [Extracted from the article]

This article discusses the influential engineer and editor, Arthur Mellen Wellington, who played a significant role in the development of civil engineering. Wellington established the policy of investigating accidents to engineering structures, providing valuable lessons for engineers. He also wrote a comprehensive book on railway engineering, which became a seminal work in the field. Wellington's contributions to engineering economy and his formula for determining the safe bearing capacity of piles were also highlighted. Despite some inaccuracies and advancements in the field, Wellington's formula continued to be widely used until recent years. Wellington's impact is recognized through the establishment of annual awards in his name by two engineering organizations. [Extracted from the article]

This article highlights the achievements of 25 individuals in the field of engineering and construction. Some notable figures include Scott Bartkowski, who engineered artificial reef modules for coastal protection in Florida, and Sean Beatty, who created a 3D model for the Seattle aquarium tanks. Other individuals mentioned include Joe Benvenuto, Robert Buckley, Charles Callaway, Fatih Cevik, and many more. These professionals have made significant contributions to their respective fields and have demonstrated innovation and expertise in their work. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on the ENR (Engineering News-Record) Best of the Best Projects of 2022. It highlights the top 20 construction projects in the U.S. that were completed between May 2021 and May 2022. It is reported that the projects were selected based on their teamwork, safety, overcoming challenges, innovation, and quality.

The article discusses the Storm & Sanitary Sewer Pipe study by market researcher Freedonia Group on growth in demand for storm sewer pipe in the U.S. Topics discussed include construction team encouraged by the American Concrete Pipe Association (ACPA) to consider cost while comparing materials for maintenance and installation, occurrence of manufacturing in controlled setting of a factory, and Infrastructure Investment &Jobs Act signed by the U.S. President Joe Biden.

Several years after graduating, Portoghesi and his friend and mentor Bruno Zevi co-curated a prominent exhibition on Michelangelo that was as much a comment on the failings of mainstream Modernism as it was about the 16th century. Portoghesi, who had begun practicing architecture in the late 1950s and teaching at Sapienza in 1961, launched a joint practice with the architect-engineer Vittorio Gigliotti in 1964. Paolo Portoghesi, the Italian architect and theorist whose Strada Novissima at the 1980 Venice Biennale heralded the ascendance of Postmodernism in architecture, died May 30 at his home in Calcata, north of Rome. [Extracted from the article]

But, whereas the cottage appears plucked from the book plates of a version of "Hansel and Gretel", Jefferys's addition includes large apertures that immerse occupants in the landscape. KITCHEN & BATH AFTER purchasing a 1940s stone cottage near the base of Mohawk Mountain Ski Area in Connecticut, Sarah Jefferys, a New York-based architect, renovated it as a second home, which she and her family share with that of a lifelong friend who is a co-owner. Locally sourced wide-plank pine floors were installed throughout the house, and Jefferys used the highly figured wood for the kitchen cabinets as well as the stairwell of the new wing; she clad the bathroom in pine shiplap. [Extracted from the article]

KITCHEN & BATH THINKING inside the box needn't be boring, as demonstrated by a home renovation and expansion in Los Angeles for a semiretired couple and their beloved cat. The architects designed custom storage (opposite) that holds everything from utensils to kitty litter. Suggested by the client, this pet station includes a hidden kitty-litter drawer - circular entrance included - and a food nook beside it. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the strategies and programs launched by structural companies in the U.S. to help meet the country's goal of net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, particularly in reducing the embodied carbon in new building constructions to achieve zero-carbon structures. Also cited is the Structural Engineers 2050 Commitment Program launched by the Structural Engineering Institute of the American Society of Civil Engineers, with participants like PCS Structural Solutions.

The InQuik Bridging System, a semi-modular bridge system invented in Australia, is gaining popularity in the U.S. This system involves a prefabricated formwork tray with reinforcing steel that is filled with concrete on-site to create a fully cast-in-place concrete bridge structure. It has been successfully implemented in Eau Claire County, Wisconsin, where a 30-ft-long, 27-ft-wide bridge was completed in just one month. The system eliminates the need for longitudinal joints required with precast bridges and has been praised for its ease of use and ability to be transported efficiently. InQuik is currently working with individual states to meet their specific requirements and is also exploring opportunities to license the technology in other countries. [Extracted from the article]

In 1907, the Quebec Bridge, which was expected to be the longest cantilever bridge in the world, collapsed during construction, resulting in the deaths of 74 workers, including 33 Mohawk ironworkers. Charles Whiting Baker, the chief editor of Engineering News, and Frederick Schmitt, an engineering graduate, were given access to the site and interviewed survivors. Schmitt produced a 10,000-word article within four days, identifying the most probable cause of the collapse as a failure in the compression members. An investigation by the Canadian Royal Commission later confirmed this conclusion. The collapse was attributed to design errors, including an increase in the span length without recalculating the stresses on the bridge members, as well as a failure of oversight. Warning signs during construction were also ignored. [Extracted from the article]

The article highlights the importance of considering total energy usage in commercial water heating technology for engineers aiming at decarbonization goals. It discusses the rising interest in heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) among specifying engineers, the need for hybrid solutions to balance energy costs and grid strain, and the industry's shift towards providing resources and education to support energy-efficient practices.

Gerard J. "Gerry" Carty, a prominent engineer and contractor executive, passed away at the age of 91. Carty had a long and influential career in the heavy construction industry, including over two decades leading the Moles, a group of U.S. heavy construction professionals. He was known for his understanding of infrastructure challenges and the skills required for designing, building, and managing projects. Carty also played a significant role in expanding the Moles' annual Student Day infrastructure project tour and establishing a scholarship fund for engineering and construction students. His contributions to the industry and mentorship of younger professionals were widely recognized and appreciated. [Extracted from the article]

Jim Rossberg, a prominent figure in the field of structural engineering, passed away at the age of 65. He played a significant role in expanding the scope of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and was instrumental in the growth of the ASCE's Structural Engineering Institute (SEI), which now boasts 30,000 members. Rossberg also contributed to various disaster response teams, including those involved in assessing the World Trade Center after the 9/11 attacks and the Murrah Federal Building in Oklahoma City. He was recognized for his contributions with the William H. Wisely Award in 2022. [Extracted from the article]

George A. Greene, a mechanical engineer, passed away at the age of 94. He was known for his pioneering work in designing clean rooms for semiconductor and biotechnology facilities in Silicon Valley. Greene designed the high-bay clean room at Lockheed Aircraft's campus in Sunnyvale, which became the main assembly area for company satellites during the Cold War. He also designed clean rooms for Fairchild Semiconductor, Hewlett-Packard, and some of the earliest semiconductor sites in Europe. In the 1960s and 1970s, Greene expanded his work into the biotechnology sector. In the mid-1980s, he designed IBM's Almaden Research Center in San Jose. Greene founded his consulting firm, George A. Greene Co., in 1954, which was later acquired by PM Group in 2010. His son, Christopher Greene, became the president and CEO of PM Greene Engineers until 2013. George Greene was highly respected for his ability to find simple and elegant solutions to complex engineering problems. [Extracted from the article]

The article focuses on a disputed insurance claim related to the construction of Washington, D.C.'s Frederick Douglass Memorial Bridge, specifically addressing design-build joint venture issues with concrete voids and honeycombing in 2019. Topics include the potential insurance policy test, the breach-of-contract claim and the challenges faced by the joint venture in the construction process, including demolition and rebuilding efforts.

The article offers information on infrastructure agencies in New York and New Jersey increasing their construction programs and contracts with the support of federal funding to enhance transportation, energy, and environmental projects while focusing on resilience and sustainability. However, the surge in projects faces challenges such as rising costs and the need to maintain job progress and workforce availability.

The article discusses the construction of the Chicago Sanitary and Ship Canal in the 19th century to address concerns about sewage contaminating the city's drinking water. The canal, which is 28 miles long, was built to reverse the flow of the Chicago River and divert sewage away from the lake. The project faced challenges, including disputes over the classification of materials and labor strikes. The canal was completed in 1900 and later led to the construction of treatment plants for the growing Chicago metro area. The operation of the canal was transferred to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers in 1930. [Extracted from the article]

Walter P Moore and Associates, along with Rice University, are proposing the Galveston Bay Park Plan, a $6 billion project to construct a 22-mile chain of islands as a storm surge barrier in Texas' Galveston Bay. The barrier would protect the Houston Ship Channel and the west side of Galveston Bay from the destruction caused by Category 5 hurricanes. In addition to storm protection, the barrier would also improve the bay area habitat and water quality, provide public accessibility for recreation, and allow for the passage of recreational craft and drainage. The project is part of a larger plan for Galveston Bay, which includes the Coastal Spine barrier project being carried out by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. The Galveston Bay Park Plan offers more development flexibility and considers more intense storms than the Corps' plan. The project is currently being evaluated for inclusion in the Texas Coastal Surge Protection Plan or local funding, with the goal of groundbreaking in 2030 or sooner. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the Johnstown Dam failure in 1889, which was the deadliest dam failure in U.S. history. The South Fork Dam in Pennsylvania, completed in 1853, experienced inadequate repairs and had fish screens installed that obstructed the spillway, leading to water overtopping and eroding the structure. The resulting flood caused extensive damage and a death toll of 2,208. The article also highlights the lack of official state government oversight of dam safety and advocates for robust public supervision of dam safety. [Extracted from the article]

Crews at the Port of Beaumont in Texas have successfully reconstructed a dock structure, completing the project six months ahead of schedule. Despite challenging conditions and limited visibility, the team used customized "punches" and a playbook of contingency plans to remove a partially collapsed dock and build a larger one. The project faced numerous unknowns and risks, but the team was able to adapt and react quickly. The new dock features prestressed concrete piles and is expected to improve operations at the port. [Extracted from the article]

The article discusses the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) into engineering processes, highlighting its efficiency and impact on decision-making. It emphasizes the need for users to maintain the rigor of the engineering profession's quality management system when utilizing AI technologies. It includes AI's role in accessing information for project locations and solving complex mathematical problems.

An introduction is presented in which the editor discusses articles in the issue on topics including Alaska Willow oil megaproject approval, new rule under Fair Labor Standards Act and BlackRock's major push into infrastructure.

The article focuses on ClearSeas Research survey offers a definitive look at the state of engineering compensation. Topics discussed include Google search for the "average mechanical engineering salary" provides quite a rabbit hole of responses; and according to Salary.com, the average annual pay for an HVAC engineer in the U.S. is $70,572. Zip Recruiter reports the average salary.

The article highlights the value of learning from diverse Heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) engineering practices encountered during travel, encouraging professionals to broaden their perspectives. Topics discussed include the significance of observing regional variations, embracing different approaches to HVAC system design, and the learning opportunities presented by diverse geographical locations.

The article announces that Amy Al-Katib has joined the Engineered Systems team as the new editor-in-chief.

In addition to the distress in the pool deck slab, engineers speculate that column failure, slab failure due to punching shear or failure of the pile foundation system may have contributed to the progressive collapse. Based on photos, at least four engineers are focusing on the deck slab, part of which collapsed almost intact onto the basement garage slab underneath it. NEWS: Projects FAILURES News July 5/12, 2021 Thanks to a surveillance video, photos, a 2018 building-system survey and the original 1979 plans, structural engineers have pieced together the probable sequence of the fatal collapse of part of the 12.5-story Champlain Towers South residential condominium, north of Miami Beach in Surfside, Fla. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers information on climate talks at the United Nation in Madrid, Spain, which ended on December 15, 2019. Topics discussed include information on need for engineers to address the underlying reasons for climate change by examining the way they design buildings and infrastructure; growing urgency to address climate change; and need for carbon emissions to be reduced 45 percent relative to the 2010 benchmark by 2030.

The offers information related to the devastation by Category 5 storm, Hurricane Dorian in Bahamas and mentions growing risk and resilience from storms, highlighted by engineers and policymakers. It discusses the need of preparation for more intense and longer hurricanes. It presents views of Cris Liban, Los Angeles Metro's Executive Officer for environmental compliance on designed traditional infrastructure to hold up to extreme weather events.

The article reports on the expanded role of the engineer during initial project design discussions. It reflects a shift in the architecture profession already entrenched with issues of control and ownership. The blurring of professional boundaries between architect and engineer is making the design process more flexible and malleable, and thus experimental, providing a new space for the structural engineer to merge the overemphasized divide between math, nature, technology, and design.

The article discusses how public agencies are utilizing Bentley's iTwin Applications for Situational Intelligence, which combines data from drones and sensors to create digital twins for monitoring infrastructure like bridges and dams. It mentions that this technology aims to enhance decision-making, improve inspection processes, and provide a comprehensive view of risks and conditions, allowing agencies to efficiently allocate resources and respond to potential issues.

The article discusses a lawsuit between GLX Constructors and STV Inc. over the design of Boston's Green Line extension project. GLX Constructors, a joint venture, has filed a complaint alleging that STV owes them some grants for design errors and revisions that led to significant additional costs and challenges during the project, including the need to demolish concrete structures.

The article presents information about Akira Yoneda an architect. He completed his graduate studies in architectural graphics at Tokyo University with a thesis on Le Corbusier's use of stairs. After a five-year stint--and lots of hands-on experience--at Takenaka, the construction giant, he remedied his design deficit by earning an M.Arch. degree at Harvard's Graduate School of Design. Upon returning to Japan, Yoneda got his chance to try his hand at stairs in White Echoes, a 1998 Tokyo house for a couple with three children and a live-in grandfather. Ambi-Flux marked a turning point for Yoneda: his first collaboration with Masahiro Ikeda, the structural engineer of choice for many young Tokyo designers.

The article reports that Masaki Endoh's, an architect, collaborations with his engineer creatively fuse architecture with structure. If he could, Masaki Endoh would wave a wand and make all columns and beams disappear. Collaborating with the engineer/architect Masahiro Ikeda, Endoh has been conjuring ways to minimize structural elements--whether by rendering them as thin as possible or by disguising them as wall panels and shifting loads to hidden roof trusses. Though Endoh and Ikeda(Masahiro Ikeda) have separate firms, they maintain an ongoing dialogue about the fusion of architecture and structure, extending far beyond the standard designer-consultant relationship.

In the early 1990s, architects and engineers at the forefront of the preservation movement were troubled by the problems still faced by historic buildings, particularly historic house museums. Unfamiliar with the dynamics of old construction and eager to satisfy a range of often conflicting requirements for artifacts and occupants, many well-intended owners and designers unwittingly undermined historic fabric when they inserted new systems into existing buildings. While this approach should be applied to any historic project, the complexity will be different for each building, depending on its construction and function. By starting with what the building delivers and intervening only to eliminate the extremes, those buildings that do require additional adjustments will be subjected to less stress and the mechanical equipment will be smaller that will be an advantage in old buildings, which typically have little service space to spare.