DURHAM, N.C. — The design for the new Durham County Courthouse in Durham earned the building a LEED Gold certification and a publication award in the 2014 Justice Facilities Review by the AIA Academy of Architecture for Justice.
TOLEDO, Ohio — Exterior lighting can result in big operational expenses for public schools. As schools must consider costs for maintenance and bulb replacement, they should also be aware that some lighting fixtures may be more budget- and eco-friendly than others.
PORTLAND, Maine — In June 2015, Portland School Board member Marnie Morrione said the board needed commit to rebuilding Hall Elementary School. In December, the board did just that by recommending $1.3 million in additional local funding for the state-funded project. The issue will now go to the City Council, after passing a board vote on Dec. 8.
New York-based Zimmer Gunsul Frasca Architects LLP (ZGF) hired Rebecca Dorris Steiger as associate partner at the firm. She has 23 years of experience designing a broad range of interior environments for clients in multiple markets, including technology, professional services, financial services and biomedical research.
PITTSBURGH — On Oct.