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3 weeks ago | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
The transformation from food factory to e-commerce center isn’t as wild as you would think. Kismet Commerce is a unique combination of coworking spaces with a shared warehouse. Located in Newton, Massachusetts, the original 1980 building was a bagel factory and outlet store. Learn how it was modified by the firm Dyer Brown for the demands of today’s entrepreneurs.
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2 months ago | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
Known for its “job seeker first” approach to hiring, Indeed’s new Austin office follows suit for its own employees. Occupying the top 10 levels of the Indeed Tower, the workplace conveys a sense of openness that is both physical and symbolic. Designed by Perkins&Will, the space offers employees a rich tapestry of amenities and workspaces. FlexibilityImagine walking into a sunny lobby on the 35th floor, floating above downtown Austin.
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Dec 1, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
It’s a harsh reality that buildings can be deadly to birds. From sparrows to hawks, our feathered friends can crash into a glass facade that reflects the sky or vegetation. The good news is that a bird-friendly design is one of the simpler sustainability goals to achieve. Don’t let these misconceptions deter you from creating a building that encourages safe navigation for birds. 1.
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Jul 28, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
It’s no small wonder that AI has been quickly absorbed into proptech. Real estate and facilities management have always embraced tools that drive efficiency in the built environment. But it also means that property managers need to accelerate their digital strategy to keep pace. “We are owners of concrete, steel and earth, but we have to transform into a tech business.
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Jul 25, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
Courtesy of HCI ArchitectureThe Lemann Building, pictured here before its revitalization, dates back to 1878. The Lemann Building began life in 1878 as a department store for Donaldsonville, Louisiana. Its designation on the National Register for Historic Places, excellent condition and prominent location made it ideal for adaptive reuse. Today, the first floor is an early childhood center and the upper floors are residential lofts.
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Apr 30, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Janelle Penny |Robert Nieminen |Jennie Morton
Courtesy of Quentin Penn-Hollar PhotographyA recent project at 1750 H Street in Washington, DC, concentrated on providing flexible work areas and amenities, said Sarah Brooks, primary designer on the project and a senior associate for GTM Architects. This free-function lounge area borders a large conference room. Tenant amenities are more important than ever in the effort to bring employees back to office spaces.
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Apr 29, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Robert Nieminen |Lauren Brant |Nick Bauer |Jennie Morton
In its quest to centralize multiple locations into a unified banking headquarters, BancFirst turned its attention towards a prominent landmark in downtown Oklahoma City: the former Liberty Tower, a towering 36-story skyscraper erected in 1971. Despite its stature as the city’s second-tallest building, the 50-year-old structure had fallen into disrepair and faced receivership.
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Apr 24, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton |Kurt von Koch |Brent Trenga
Courtesy of Chad Davies Imaging GroupWould you know this bright, airy space was originally a manufacturing facility? HGA was able to retain the building shell but completely reimagined the interior of Becoming Independent. Imagine a vibrant space that serves individuals with physical and intellectual needs. It has an open hall that transforms from art classes into a fundraiser gala. There’s a commercial kitchen and garden that provide socialization and training.
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Apr 22, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton |Kurt von Koch |Barbara Horwitz-Bennett
This red fire escape is transformed into a standout feature through branded colors at the citizenM Menlo Park hotel. The adjacent mural is by area artist Alexandra Bowman and represents the neighborhood’s “diverse community and wildlife sanctuary,” according to her website. What do hotel guests need when visiting Meta’s Menlo Park campus? Fun, fast and fresh accommodations for innovators who are on the go with meetings and networking.
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Jan 25, 2024 | 
buildings.com | Jennie Morton
What are the essentials for a community health center? For the Woodlawn Friend Health Center, the answer is proximity to public transportation, comprehensive services and embodying the neighborhood spirit. Located in a historic and predominantly Black neighborhood of Chicago, this site exemplifies how adaptive reuse is a catalyst for change. Designed by Moody Nolan, the largest African American-owned design firm in the U.S., Woodlawn Friend Health Center is a beacon for wellness.
