Spectorgroup on Sustainable Historic Preservation at 838 Broadway
Story at a glance: Spectorgroup’s 838 Broadway rehab offers insights on how to reduce material use while respecting the authenticity of historic … Read more
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is a Chicago-based writer who specializes in research-based stories on topics related to architecture, urban planning, and sustainable design. He has written for the Chicago Tribune and the Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat.
Matt Watson
Modern Office Design is Evolving But Flexibility Remains a Must
Story at a glance: Today’s offices are competing with at-home setups, coffee shops, and even parks. LinkedIn’s new office in Toronto, designed … Read more
Movable Wall Solutions and More in Contemporary Office Design
Story at a glance: The increase in remote work has led to significant changes in office design. Employers are focused on the … Read more
Concrete Stains Offer Design Flexibility and More
Story at a glance: Staining masonry and concrete addresses many of the design and maintenance flaws of traditional paints. Stains chemically bind … Read more
Top Acoustic Solutions Merge Form and Function
Story at a glance: Acoustic dampening solutions are becoming increasingly popular as designers recognize the benefits to occupant well-being. Fabric Images’ solutions … Read more
The Future Workplace in Mixed-Use Communities
Story at a glance: 799 Broadway adds a next-generation workspace to a diversifying mixed-use neighborhood. The terraced design respects the character of … Read more
Tiny Grocer Austin: From Post Office to Neighborhood Hub
Story at a glance: Architect Side Angle Side and entrepreneur Steph Steele reimagined a 1960s-era post office into a specialty grocer and … Read more
What Zero-Carbon Bio-Cement and Bio-Concrete Mean for the Future
Story at a glance: Prometheus Materials has created a proprietary process that leverages the natural properties of microalgae to create a zero-carbon … Read more
Designing for More Walkable Communities
Story at a glance: JZA’s Jeff Zbikowski shares the benefits of walkable design in communities across the US. JZA specializes in the … Read more
How the Concrete Industry is Going Green with ECOPact
Story at a glance: Sustainable concrete has grown in popularity as designers and developers have prioritized low carbon solutions. Holcim’s ECOPact low-carbon … Read more
Taking Aquatic Design to the Next Level with Stainless Steel
Story at a glance: Stainless steel offers architects and designers the flexibility to create bold, custom aquatic designs. Luxury features like acrylic … Read more
Why More Architects are Choosing Rubber Flooring
Story at a glance: Rubber flooring has become increasingly popular as customers notice its numerous benefits. Unlike non-resilient flooring, rubber is durable … Read more