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Australia's first Apple Store is being built and it is causing a stir with local citizens and architects. According to the proposal, the new Apple Store location will require the demolition of buildings and historical areas of Melbourne’s Federation Square, a cultural space that is beloved by the community. Melbourne city councillor Rohan Leppert, described the proposed Apple store as “radically different architecture” that “converts cultural space to commercial.” Despite the backlash, the construction on the new Apple Store is set to begin in mid-2019.
On the latest episode of the AECD podcast, we speak with Arthur Mironchuk, Architectural Designer and thought leader for mid-rise property design. Arthur hits us with insights on what is driving the boom of office mid-rises in cities across the country, the new problem of supply and demand, the concept of work, play, live and how collaborative spacing is everything.
Speaking of space, Arthur also takes us through innovative lobby design and the use of dynamic space and LED in today’s workspaces. The look, feel, design and amenities of a property are everything, and as Arthur explains, the future looks bright in the world of design. To find out where the industry is headed listen now and be sure to subscribe to get updates on the latest podcasts in AECD!
In the city of Portland, Oregon, the framework design of one building is set to be considered the tallest mass timber project ever conducted within the U.S. Recently announced a few weeks ago, the building project was granted $6 million from the City of Portland in exchange for the construction of 60 housing units built within the building that would be affordable for the surrounding community.
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The cutting edge of B2B manufacturing and fabrication. Tune in to hear industry professionals cover everything from LEED certification to BIM and robotics. And maybe a laugh or two.