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MVE + Partners Announces the Opening of Its First Latin America Office in Guadalajara

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Monday, March 18, 2024
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GUADALAJARA, Mexico, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MVE + Partners (MVE), a leading architecture, planning, interior design and urban design firm, today announced the opening of MVE Architects Mexico, its first Latin-America-based office in Guadalajara, Mexico.

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  • GUADALAJARA, Mexico, March 18, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- MVE + Partners (MVE), a leading architecture, planning, interior design and urban design firm, today announced the opening of MVE Architects Mexico, its first Latin-America-based office in Guadalajara, Mexico.
  • Bernardis’ notable projects include Guadalajara International Airport’s Terminal 2 , Acuarela master plan , and Luna Luxury Residential Tower in San Pedro, Monterrey, as well as diverse projects in Latin America.
  • “I’m inspired by MVE’s body of work and honored to support the establishment of the first hub in Latin America.
  • Opening a Guadalajara location just felt like the natural next step,” said Matthew McLarand, AIA, NCARB, president, MVE.

Dr. Xiang Lingyun Joins NUM as Tenured Economics Professor and PhD Advisor

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Wednesday, March 13, 2024
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Annapolis, Maryland, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor , bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.

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  • Annapolis, Maryland, March 13, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor , bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.
  • Dr. Xiang, known for his extraordinary contributions to the fields of international finance, accounting, and emerging industries, joins NUM as a tenured professor and PhD advisor, bringing with him a wealth of knowledge and a rich tapestry of global experiences.
  • At NUM, Dr. Xiang will be involved in shaping the next generation of economists and finance professionals.
  • The NUM community warmly welcomes Dr. Xiang, looking forward to the inspiration and innovation he brings to the campus.

Sypher Secures Strategic Partnership with FAIA to Fuel Growth

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Thursday, March 28, 2024
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The Florida Association of Insurance Agents (FAIA), Florida's leading voice for independent insurance agents, has entered into a strategic partnership with Sypher, contributing to their recently launched fundraising effort.

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  • The Florida Association of Insurance Agents (FAIA), Florida's leading voice for independent insurance agents, has entered into a strategic partnership with Sypher, contributing to their recently launched fundraising effort.
  • By joining forces, Sypher and FAIA aim to cultivate a more stable and accessible insurance market that benefits agents and policyholders alike.
  • "FAIA is excited to partner with Sypher, whose mission to provide sustainable and meaningful capacity aligns with our commitment to supporting the growth and success of independent agents throughout Florida," said FAIA President & CEO Kyle Ulrich.
  • Sypher views its partnership with FAIA as a crucial step in scaling their innovative, tech-driven (re)insurance ecosystem.

Green Builder Media Announces Launch of ESG for Building Defining Principles

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Tuesday, February 27, 2024
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Lake City, Colo., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After two long years, a dedicated force of 65 building industry professionals, led by Green Builder Media, published the ESG for Building Defining Principles, a framework for integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance strategies into companies across the building and design industry.

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  • Lake City, Colo., Feb. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- After two long years, a dedicated force of 65 building industry professionals, led by Green Builder Media, published the ESG for Building Defining Principles, a framework for integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance strategies into companies across the building and design industry.
  • “We anticipate that the ESG for Building Defining Principles will serve as an essential guide for stakeholders of all kinds in the building sector,” says Green Builder CEO Sara Gutterman.
  • Explore how ESG unlocks opportunities throughout the housing sector.
  • ESG for Building is our contribution to our world’s carbon-neutral future.”

A Collaborative of San Diego Design Leaders Reinvigorates the Design Center, Introduces Futuro Space

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Tuesday, February 6, 2024
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“The San Diego Design Center is not just a building, but a place where history and creativity meet,” said Sean Slater, AIA, Senior Principal at RDC.

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  • “The San Diego Design Center is not just a building, but a place where history and creativity meet,” said Sean Slater, AIA, Senior Principal at RDC.
  • Groups Futuro has hosted include the Urban Land Institute (ULI San Diego-Tijuana), the American Institute of Architects (AIA San Diego), the San Diego Architectural Foundation, and Citizens Coordinate for Century 3 (C-3).
  • Futuro Space is currently working with World Design Capital San Diego-Tijuana to discuss strategies for the World Design Capital 2024 celebration events.
  • “The recent selection of San Diego as the World Design Capital adds an additional layer of importance to the activities at the Design Center and the launch of Futuro Space,” Slater said.

Fentress Global Challenge 2024 Invites Students to Pioneer the Future of Airport Design

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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Denver, CO, USA, Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fentress Architects, a global design firm renowned for innovative, award-winning public architecture, proudly announces the commencement of the 2024 Fentress Global Challenge (FGC).

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  • Denver, CO, USA, Dec. 08, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Fentress Architects, a global design firm renowned for innovative, award-winning public architecture, proudly announces the commencement of the 2024 Fentress Global Challenge (FGC).
  • Celebrating its milestone 10th year, this prestigious international student design competition beckons participants to envision groundbreaking concepts for the airport of the future.
  • “Fentress Global Challenge provides a unique platform for emerging designers to bring expansive ideas and inventive perspectives,” remarked FGC Founder Curtis Fentress, FAIA, RIBA.
  • "We eagerly anticipate witnessing the boundaries of architectural design being pushed this year as exceptional students drive innovation in airport design."

Montage Health Celebrates Grand Opening of Ohana’s Revolutionary Innovative Campus for Youth Mental Health Care

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Thursday, November 30, 2023
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Today, Montage Health unveiled its long-awaited Ohana campus, a 55,600-square-foot facility dedicated to changing the trajectory of mental health issues among America’s youth.

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  • Today, Montage Health unveiled its long-awaited Ohana campus, a 55,600-square-foot facility dedicated to changing the trajectory of mental health issues among America’s youth.
  • Made possible by a $106 million gift from Bertie Bialek Elliott, Ohana serves as a beacon of hope and innovation in mental health treatment for youth and families.
  • “Today is a major milestone for Community Hospital and Montage Health, but it’s so much bigger than just us,” Packer says.
  • “Adolescent mental health is the public health crisis of our time,” Packer says.

SVA Architects Readies to Break Ground on Transit-Oriented, Affordable Housing in Oakland, CA

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Friday, December 8, 2023
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SANTA  ANA, Calif., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first development with Berkley-based Resources for Community Development (RCD), SVA Architects is pleased to advance design for much-needed affordable housing in Northern California. Located in Oakland at the northwest corner of Martin Luther King Jr. Way and W. MacArthur Blvd, the new project is anticipated to receive its building permit in late 2023, with construction commencing in the first quarter of 2024. This site joins SVA Architects' robust portfolio of award-winning affordable developments.

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  • SANTA  ANA, Calif., Dec. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- In its first development with Berkley-based Resources for Community Development (RCD), SVA Architects is pleased to advance design for much-needed affordable housing in Northern California.
  • This site joins SVA Architects' robust portfolio of award-winning affordable developments.
  • Nathan Herrero, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal at SVA Architects, states, "SVA's Northern California office was established to help deliver much-needed low- and moderate-income housing to the Bay Area.
  • Our partner, RCD, truly excels at creating affordable housing opportunities, while bringing services and benefits to the whole community.

Page and Davis Brody Bond Join Forces Expanding New York City Presence

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Thursday, November 2, 2023
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Page , a leading multidisciplinary design, architecture, and engineering firm, today announced that Davis Brody Bond has joined its team to expand its presence in New York City.

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  • Page , a leading multidisciplinary design, architecture, and engineering firm, today announced that Davis Brody Bond has joined its team to expand its presence in New York City.
  • “For several years, we’ve been thoughtfully assessing the best way to extend our presence into New York City, and given our past collaboration with Davis Brody Bond, we knew the firm shared our design ethos and client-first approach.
  • Davis Brody Bond partners -- Steven Davis, FAIA, Will Paxson, AIA, LEED, Carl Krebs, FAIA, and Christopher Grabé, FAIA LEED-- will become principals at Page.
  • All of Davis Brody Bond’s employees will also be joining Page.

National Institute of Building Sciences to Host Housing Affordability Hearing

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Wednesday, October 4, 2023
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Consultative Council will hold a public hearing on November 6 at the National Press Club to discuss the state of housing affordability for middle- and working-class Americans.

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  • WASHINGTON, Oct. 4, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) Consultative Council will hold a public hearing on November 6 at the National Press Club to discuss the state of housing affordability for middle- and working-class Americans.
  • "Housing affordability is a serious issue for many American families," said Stephen T. Ayers, FAIA, Interim CEO of NIBS.
  • Hearing speakers include officials with the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Urban Institute, National Association of Home Builders, and the Joint Center for Housing Studies at Harvard University.
  • The day-long hearing will take place in three parts:
    Affordable housing generally is defined as housing where the occupant pays no more than 30 percent of gross income for housing costs, including utilities.