Tag: hospitality
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Hospitality Development Update: Moving Towards LEED
Jefferson Thomas, AIA, LEED AP BD+C Sr. Design Manager (LEED Advocate) Marriott International Green construction starts have increased by 50% in the past two years, and now represent 25% of all new construction today, according to a study by McGraw Hi…
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Hospitality Development Update: Moving Towards LEED
Jefferson Thomas, AIA, LEED AP BD+CSr. Design Manager (LEED Advocate)Marriott InternationalGreen construction starts have increased by 50% in the past two years, and now represent 25% of all new construction today, according to a study by McGraw Hill. Green and sustainable construction initially had a slow start for the hospitality industry, but now seem to…
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Green Hotel Case Study: The Shore Hotel Santa Monica
Kal Wellman Associate, LEED U.S. Green Building Council It doesn’t take a luxurious property (or budget) to build in sustainability, but the Shore Hotel Santa Monica is a strong example of how luxury and green building can work hand in hand in th…
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The Benefits of Fire, Life Safety and Security Integration
That’s true in all types of businesses, institutions and facilities, whether you work in the education, healthcare, government, commercial, hospitality or industrial sectors. In these highly challenging environments, safety and facilities organizations must be well prepared, equipped with appropriate fire and life-safety systems, and capable of communicating quickly and effectively in the event of an…
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In the Lap of Therapy
Tasked with building a facility for a totally new paradigm of health care delivery, San Francisco’s KMD Architects draw inspiration from the world of high-end hospitality for Seoul’s luxurious, futuristic Chaum Center. More…