Expansions & Renovations

Organizations often go through major renovations associated with expansions or master planning. These articles cover that topic.



Successful Building Projects

A Spotlight On 5 Successful Building Projects

From manufacturing to hospitality, these construction and renovation projects showcase how facility executives in various industries are improving their buildings.
renovation

Signs It’s Time To Renovate Your Commercial Space

Commercial property maintenance is the best way to preserve the property's value, maintain tenant satisfaction, and generate enough revenue.
Los Angeles LEED

Los Angeles Luxury Retail District Earns LEED Platinum

Westfield Topanga was repurposed from a former department store space once occupied by Sears. Plus, February's free USGBC course.
Historic Congregations

$20M Available To Historic Congregations

Lilly Endowment Inc. has renewed its support for the National Fund for Sacred Places, extending the program through 2027 and doubling grants to more than $20 million.
Cathedral School for Boys

Cathedral School For Boys Unveils Expanded, Reinvented “Heart”

An addition and renovation at the Cathedral School for Boys in San Francisco adds a new modern element and creates valuable indoor and outdoor spaces.

Extreme Weather, Horse Trailer Hit Prompt Bridge Repair

In Minneapolis, Western Specialty contractors restores a concrete pedestrian bridge connecting a parking structure and an office building.
Acoustic Privacy

Balancing Open Design And Acoustic Privacy

See how a renovated bank enhanced its acoustic privacy with sliding doors.
expansion

Revitalized Buffalo AKG Art Museum To Open In 2023

The refreshed art museum will welcome and engage all members of its community with an inclusive and interactive campus.
expansion

Rejuvenated Corporate Headquarters Improves Its Illumination

The home health care company’s consolidated campus features a variety of lighting solutions to improve its overall look and feel.
climate change

Addressing Climate Change: Decarbonization Of Existing Buildings

C&W Green Buildings, a proprietary digital software assessment tool from Cushman & Wakefield, identifies custom decarbonization, retrofitting, and cost savings opportunities for existing buildings.
New York City headquarters

Law Firm Brings Workplace Of The Future To Life

Shearman & Sterling’s recent New York office transformation reflects firm's commitment to people, clients, and the environment.
Building Retrofits

Building Retrofits Essential To Battle Energy Costs, Energy Crisis

Building retrofit rates need to triple to meet the goals in the Paris Agreement, asserts research from JLL.
Blu Dot San Francisco

Blu Dot’s New San Francisco Store Is Model Of Adaptive Reuse

Design retailer Blu Dot's newest location is an example of sensitivity to local context, as well as a showcase for adaptive reuse and sustainable design.
hospital design

Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital Unveils $166M Expansion

The 30-year-old children’s facility added four floors to its Hollywood location to meet the demand for specialized services.
UCB warehouse Atlanta

Atlanta Warehouse Is World’s First WELL Platinum/LEED Gold Pharma Project     

Atlanta Warehouse is part of UCB's global inspace project, providing work environments to stimulate innovation and reimagine collaboration.

Public Venues Team Up To Tackle Climate Crisis 

GOAL (Green Operations & Advanced Leadership) will provide entertainment venues with tools and access to operators, vendors, and sponsors also committed to operating more sustainably.
Existing Building Decarbonization

NBI Releases Decarbonization Code For Existing Buildings

New Buildings Institute's Existing Building Decarbonization Code is a guide to reducing carbon emissions, as well as meeting climate action, public health, and equity goals.
renovation

Inside A Historic Office Building’s Restoration

The John Sevier State Office Building was renovated to update the office space while preserving its historical significance.
The Playground + Conference Center

NYC Building Adds “Playground” To Enhance Employees’ Office Experience

At NYC's iconic Seagram Building, The Playground parallels the new priorities of corporate tenants: To attract and retain the most qualified and talented employees.
Massachusetts College of Arts and Design

MassArt Completes Energy, Water Efficiency Project

New equipment and control systems installed by Ameresco are expected to save the Massachusetts College Of Arts And Design up to $436,385 per year.
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