Landmark Bread Building Redevelopment Underway in Downtown Hollywood, Florida

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The Bread Building Project — a mixed-use residential building on Young Circle in downtown Hollywood, Florida — is part of the revitalization program for a neighborhood that will include retail, restaurants, office space and additional residential living. Situated on the former site of the historic Bread Building manufacturing plant, the project will include 362 units, along with retail space. It will overlook ArtsPark and feature an amenity deck to provide panoramic views of the city. The building welcomes residents with a custom-wrapped rope light fixture in the reception area, full-height walnut slat partitions, natural countertops and exposed structure and wall … Read more

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Bouygues Construction Wins 4 Major Projects in Switzerland

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Losinger Marazzi, Bouygues Construction’s Swiss subsidiary, has won four projects in Switzerland worth a total of 401-million Swiss francs. From a positive-energy neighborhood, to multi-use solar energy spaces, these buildings will play a vital part in the daily lives of residents and respond to the challenges of energy transition and the low-carbon society. Aarerain: first positive-energy neighborhood in Switzerland In Worblaufen, north of Bern, the Aarerain project can claim to be Switzerland’s first positive-energy neighborhood, built for the Coop Pension Fund. This new residential neighborhood will produce more energy than it consumes, according to the weighted criteria employed by the … Read more

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Joint Venture Begins Construction on Knox Street Development

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In joint venture with ANDRES Construction Services, Balfour Beatty has started construction on Knox Street mixed-use development in the Knox Street neighborhood of Dallas, Texas, on behalf of the development joint venture comprised of MSD Partners, Trammell Crow Company The Retail Connection and Highland Park Village Associates. The Balfour Beatty and ANDRES Construction joint venture will provide construction services to deliver a total of 1 million square feet of mixed-use space sitting on a four-acre site adjacent to the iconic Katy Trail and neighboring town of Highland Park. The development will include: The Knox Hotel and Residences: Managed by Auberge … Read more

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Mixed-Use Residential Complex Adds Social Sustainability to Urban Ecosystem in Amsterdam

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The first residents have moved into AMST, a landmark mixed-use residential complex set to revolutionize urban living in Amsterdam (Netherlands). Located opposite the Amstel station — a transport hub with train, metro and bus links — the ambitious project boasts an array of shared facilities and diverse range of 25 affordable housing types, enhancing social sustainability and providing a livable neighborhood in the heart of the city. Catering to the housing needs of one of Europe’s most vibrant capitals, AMST has 252 dwellings — 80% are available as medium-rent homes and social housing — ensuring that individuals from all walks … Read more

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Former Umbrella Factory Transforms into Luxury Condominium Building

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The completion of the Umbrella Factory’s transformation has been completed in New York City. The former Embee Sunshade Company was refurbished into a mixed-use, high-end residential condominium building, successfully preserving the building’s historic charm. The project team included general contractor Gilbane Building Company, owner 722 Metropolitan LLC and architect Rawlings Architects PC. The Umbrella Factory’s unique façade, sustainable design and structural elements set it apart from many other buildings in New York City. The new residences feature large, exposed Southern Pine timber beams and approximately 90% of the building is wood, which spurred new challenges for the project team. All … Read more

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