Autodesk to Open New AEC Headquarters in Waltham, MA, Seeks LEED Gold Certification for Core and Shell, Platinum LEED for Commercial Interior

Tuesday, November 18th 2008

Build Boston and Greenbuild Expo — Autodesk, Inc. announced that it is opening a 65,000 square-foot office building in Waltham, Mass., to serve as the new headquarters for its architecture, engineering & construction (AEC) division. Autodesk intends to seek Gold LEED Certification through the United States Green Building Council’s (USGBC) LEED for Core & Shell and Platinum LEED for Commercial Interior programs. The interior of... 

The Annotated Arch: A Crash Course in the History Of Architecture

Sunday, November 16th 2008

The Annotated Arch takes architectural history out of the realm of dreary textbooks into a world of dynamic design, succinct page-length essays and instructive sidebars. These graphic devices heighten the reader’s ability to retain an impressive amount of information, even through a cursory reading. A brief run-through of the book’s captions and sidebars provides a mini mini

Residential Landscape Architecture (5th Edition)

Sunday, November 16th 2008

With a focus on the process of design, this book’s practical approach serves users with a design manual for those interested in gaining knowledge and developing skills in the design of landscapes for private residences. This useful reference clearly illustrates and discusses the actual procedures and underlying principles utilized by experienced residential landscape designers. Extensive Extensive

The Modern Architecture Pop-Up Book

Sunday, November 16th 2008

The Modern Architecture Pop-Up Book showcases three-dimensional replications of some of the most innovative modern and contemporary architecture from around the world. Accompanied by illustrations, photographs, and elaborate pop-ups, the talent and imagination of architects and builders of the modern era is brought to life. Ranging from the nineteenth century to the present day, the pages pages

Maverick Landing, East Boston. Design by ICON architecture

Tuesday, August 12th 2008

Maverick Landing sits squarely at the heart of the redevelopment opportunities in East Boston, commanding spectacular waterfront views. This is a LEED certified sustainable development that includes photovoltaic panels and a cogeneration system by ICON architecture. The urban design concept for Maverick Landing removed the monolithic superblock of the existing site and restored the historic neighborhood street pattern, thereby reconnecting the site...