Expansions & Renovations

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



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.
Johnson Controls Norman, Oklahoma

Johnson Controls Adds Automation Equipment At Oklahoma HVAC Plant

To increase capacity and improve assembly productivity at its 900,000-square-foot, Norman, OK facility, Johnson Controls invested $7.5 million in new automation equipment.
New Orleans Convention Center Capital Improvement Plan ProgressesNew Orleans Convention Center Capital Improvement Plan Exterior Rendering

New Orleans Convention Center Capital Improvement Plan Progresses

The New Orleans Ernest N. Morial Convention Center Capital Improvement Plan is transforming the facility into a cultural destination.
school remodeling project

Budget Classroom Remodel Finds Fun In The Ceiling

A suburban Chicago school used carpeting, paint, and intriguing ceilings to bring outdated rooms back to life and create exciting learning spaces.
sealant waterproofing restoration

SWR Institute Honors 2021 Award Of Excellence Winners

The Sealant, Waterproofing & Restoration Institute's third annual Award of Excellence program recognized three contractors for excellent work and innovation in the industry.
high school theater acoustic system

Dallas High School Adds Performing Arts Complex

A 1,000-seat auditorium featuring an expanded stage and state-of-the-art acoustic system is a focal point of Melissa High School's new complex. 
Harley-Davidson Museum featured

Harley-Davidson Museum Announces Plans to Reshape Its Campus

With travel and tourism set to come roaring back, the Harley-Davidson Museum has announced plans to enrich the campus-wide experiences at the crossroads of 6th & Canal in Milwaukee, Wis. – both for riders and non-riders alike.
New Haven Innovation Labs

Historic Building Is Reimagined As Research Science Incubator

New Haven Innovation Labs is a recently renovated incubator space for startup bioscience research organizations, located inside the historic John B. Pierce Laboratory building.
Washington Houses Community Center

East Harlem Community Center Reimagined For Senior, Youth Programs

Redesigned Washington Houses Community Center brings together the East Harlem community it serves in a creative, engaging learning atmosphere.
net-zero-energy

ASHRAE Global HQ Reaches “Fully” Net-Zero-Energy Milestone

With the installation of a large photovoltaic system, ASHRAE’s new $20 million global headquarters building will operate at net-zero-energy performance.

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Children's Hospital

Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Celebrates New Critical Care Building

Largest expansion in Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center's history will serve the most medically complex patients.

[VIDEO] JOC Best Practices: Select the Right Construction Projects

Getting high-performing contractors to bid on JOC contracts is essential to the success of a program. In addition to the required contract advertisement, Gordian recommends that owners notify high-performing contractors about the contract if local procurement laws allow for such notification. Learn more.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.