University of Kentucky Selects UBU Sports Synthetic Turf for Their New Stadium Improvements

University of Kentucky select UBU Sports synthetic turf as part of their renovation of Commonwealth Stadium. Local Lexington company Vescio SportFields will contribute to the installation of the synthetic turf field by handling the base construction and Kiefer USA will execute the synthetic turf installation.

The University of Kentucky has selected the UBU-Speed Series-S5-M, which was featured in the 2013 NFL Super Bowl at the Mercedes-Benz Superdome, the 2014 NFL Super Bowl at Met Life stadium, and is featured in the NFL Pro Bowl and NCAA BCS Sugar Bowl, annually.

It matters what you play on! UBU Sports is proud to have been selected by the University of Kentucky, said Mark Nicholls, CEO of UBU Sports. The University of Kentucky is committed to developing the most competitive SEC program and maximizing player safety.

Considered Ground Gear for Athletes, UBU Sports surfacing systems are utilized by 10 NFL teams, numerous NCAA programs and many other athletic programs throughout North America.

Work will begin in the spring of 2015. Lexington based Vescios SportsFields will lead the construction of the new UBU Sports surface, which will be installed by Kiefer USA.

"Vescio's SportsFields is excited to lead the renovation of the Commonwealth Stadium football field, said Doug Vescio, president and CEO of Vescios SportsFields. As an alumnus and former student athlete, this project is dear to my heart. When completed, UK will have one of the best fields in the Southeastern Conference!

We are honored to further strengthen our relationship with University of Kentucky and take great pride in our twenty-year history servicing the university, said Brion Rittenberry, President and CEO of Kiefer USA. Our inclusion in this important project is a testament to all of our team here at Kiefer USA and their dedication to customer service. We cant wait to get the new field installed!

The team selected to successfully complete the stadium surface enhancement at Commonwealth Stadium for the University of Kentucky is eager to debut the UBU-Speed Series in the highly competitive Southeastern Conference.

About UBU Sports UBU Sports is a leading brand of synthetic turf surfaces for use in a variety of sporting events, including football, baseball, field hockey, soccer, rugby, and lacrosse. UBU Sports fields serve as Ground Gear for teams ranging from professional franchises (e.g. New Orleans Saints, Minnesota Vikings, Cincinnati Bengals, Pittsburgh Steelers, Denver Broncos, Chicago Bears, Arizona Cardinals, Houston Texans, New York Giants and New York Jets), collegiate and major indoor arena leagues to local high schools and municipalities. UBU Sports incorporates proven science and sports specific technology that optimizes sports specific performance and maximizes player safety ensuring the ultimate Ground Gear for Athletes.

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The renovations at Marston Hall have become a history lesson of Iowa State University from a century ago.

Tearing up the floor, workers have found items such as English pottery, an inkwell, lab bottles and a perfume bottle.

On other levels of Marston, a five-gallon bucket for lard, an old light bulb and a cider barrel from the early 1900s with a cup from the late 1800s were found.

The lard bucket, dated to the mid 1930s, was brought up to the attic and left there.

Marston Hall is currently in the process of a complete renovation that is expected to be finished in spring 2016.

Most all of this was common or not unusual to find at Iowa State at the time, said Kerry Dixon, project manager of the Marston Hall renovation.

Dixon, who also oversaw renovations at Curtiss and Morrill Halls, said finding old artifacts from early campus days isnt uncommon, but this project has produced many more than usual.

And Im sure we will find more things as we continue, she said.

All of the pottery, which includes various kinds of plates, saucers and cups, are in bits and pieces and only two pieces have writings that identify their origins Staffordshire and Tunstall pottery.

The items under the floor were likely left there during early construction on Marston, originally called Engineering Hall, when they dug up the water line that is directly underneath the building, running from the now-Marston water tower to Olde Main, which has since been replaced by Beardshear, and other campus buildings.

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UK-based Carl Turner Architects recently unveiled a novel new home designed to address the issue of flooding and unlock new building space on underused waterways. The firm plans to make the blueprints for Floating House available for free download via the Paperhouses open source architecture project, thus enabling anyone with the means to either construct their own Floating House or hire a professional to build it for them.

In its default configuration, Floating House will rest upon a 20 x 7 m (65 x 22 ft) buoyant concrete hull, and can float atop the water like a non-movable houseboat. In addition, if it is to be located on a flood-plain, the home can also rest atop stilts or on a non-floating flood-resistant thick concrete base.

The design shows the two story home's living quarters contained within a 14 x 5 m (45 x 16 ft) cross-laminated timber frame, with a thick layer of insulation and triple-glazed windows. The interior comprises two bedrooms, a study, a bathroom, living room, and a kitchen. A "crow's nest" observation area is situated on the rooftop/upper deck.

A pair of semi-translucent solar panels measuring a total of 84 sq m (904 sq ft) will be affixed to the exterior of Floating House, and Carl Turner Architects says that these should offer sufficient electricity for the occupants. A rainwater-harvesting tank is situated on the roof too, and would provide a renewable source for most of the home's non-drinkable water requirements, according to the firm.

Floating House is just one of a growing number of designs submitted to the Paperhouses project, which was conceived by architect Joana Pacheco as a means of making top-tier architectural designs available to anyone. The blueprints are not yet available, but the idea is that you find a design on the Paperhouses website that you like, download the plans for free, adapt them if required, and eventually build them with or without professional help.

As of writing, those who register to the Paperhouses site are promised the plans for Floating House once they become available.

Sources: Carl Turner Architects, Paperhouses

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FIGMENT, the Emerging New York Architects Committee (ENYA) of the American Institute of Architects New York Chapter (AIANY), and the Structural Engineers Association of New York (SEAoNY) have announced two winning designs for the 2015 City of Dream Pavilion Competition. Pending approvals and fundraising, both the Billion Oyster Pavilion by New Yorkbased BanG studio and the Organic Growth Pavilion by Madrid- and London-based Izaskun Chinchilla Architects will be assembled on Governors Island and open to the public this summer.

BanG Studios pavilion proposal incorporates the New York Harbor Schools Billion Oyster Project, which focuses on the long-term benefits of growing new oyster beds in the harbor. The pavilions base will be comprised of custom Reef Balls to create an artificial habitat for the oysters, and it will be topped with a woven canopy. After the pavilion is decommissioned at the end of the summer, the will be donated to the school and its materials will be reused on Governors Island.

Billion Oyster Pavilion by BanG Studio, Brooklyn (2014 BanG Studio)

The Organic Growth Pavilion proposal by Izaskun Chinchilla Architects was also inspired by nature and features recycled materials, such as broken umbrellas, old stools, and damaged bicycle wheels. The proposal draws awareness to the large amount of waste in landfills and provides solutions for recycling the pavilion after its use, such as indoor chandeliers and seasonal protection for outdoor spaces.

Organic Growth Pavilion by Izaskun Chinchilla Architects, Madrid/London (2014 Izaskun Chinchilla Architects)

After reviewing more than 100 submissions, the jury selected five finalists who had one month to develop their designs. The three additional finalists were: The Pulp Pavilion by MegaZoo, Tied Together by Hou de Sousa, and Galassia by Michele Zanella.

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Reston, VA (PRWEB) January 20, 2015

June R. Jewell, CPA and President & Chief Executive Officer of AEC Business Solutions is honored to be participating as a jury member in the 2015 Architecture Business Plan Competition. The Business Plan Competition was developed by Charrette Venture Group to encourage more architects to start their own design firms and to inspire a broader dialog about the role as an entrepreneur in the A&E field.

June has 28 years of experience in helping AEC firms improve business management processes and is a sought after speaker at industry events and conferences. She is the author of the Amazon best-selling book, Find the Lost Dollars: 6 Steps to Increase Profits in Architecture, Engineering and Environmental Firms.

In addition to Ms. Jewell the 2015 jury panel will include Rena M. Klein, FAIA and national recognized expert in small firm practice; author Mark R. LePage, AIA and founder and partner at Fivecat Studio Architecture, a leading residential design firm; and Matt Ostanik, AIA and founder of the Architecture Business Plan Competition as well as president of Charrette Venture Group.

Our 2014 business plan competition was a great success, and we are very pleased to continue the competition in 2015. There is tremendous interest in the architecture profession about entrepreneurship, and there is a clear need for more resources to help architects be successful as entrepreneurs, said Matt Ostanik.

The competition is open to registered architects in the United States and/or Canada, who are considering starting a design firm or who have started a new firm within the past ten years. There is no fee to enter and the first prize winner of the competition will receive $10,000. All interested participants should register online by February 3, 2015. A three-page summary of their business plan must be submitted by March 3, 2015. Winners will be announced on May 14, 2015 at a special reception during the American Institute of Architects National Convention in Atlanta, Georgia.

For detailed rules, the full competition timeline and additional resources on how to write a business plan, please visit the competition website at http://www.architectbusinessplancompetition.com/.

About AEC Business Solutions AEC Business Solutions, LLC is committed to helping AEC firms make more money on projects. It is our mission to work closely with our clients in providing tools, training and assessments that will help them find the lost dollars in their business.

We have developed an innovative solution that will help you transform your organization, and hold your staff accountable to goals and actions, giving you a measurable return on investment. http://www.AECBusiness.com

About Charrette Venture Group The Charrette Venture Group is focused on developing a knowledge base of best practices, innovations and successful tactics, and applying this knowledge to help entrepreneurial architects start and grow their firms. Our ultimate purpose is to support and enable entrepreneurial architects and designers who are changing the world.

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Saltville council members gave their blessing Tuesday night to a master plan for the Saltville Playground being developed by QC Landscape Architects of Abingdon.

Nathan Brown, senior landscape architect, described plans for the playground that include an outdoor classroom, educational stations explaining local history and characteristics, an earthen amphitheater and a community garden that can be used as a teaching area. A staircase could be constructed from the parking lot above The Salt Trail that connects to the playground.

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Conshohocken, PA (PRWEB) January 20, 2015

Two career healthcare-focused designers have earned certificates from Villanova University and have built upon the knowledge they have obtained working with healthcare clients for many years.

Shane Williams, AIA, ACHA, a Design Practice Area Leader with Array Architects since 2010, offers his talents blending hospitality elements that enhance the patient experience with operational efficiency. Shane ensures that every projects big idea is translated into the smallest of details.

As a healthcare designer, the Villanova University Lean Six Sigma Healthcare course offers a specific focus of Lean processes and tools that are immediately impactful to our projects and clients, with relevant examples and case studies. What we studied reinforces the importance of efficiency and effectiveness in todays healthcare delivery. The knowledge gained throughout the course is immediately applicable to the challenges that we are working on with our clients and a foundation for continuous improvement, stated Williams.

As Regional Vice President of the Southwest Region since 2010, Marsha Whitt, AAHID, EDAC, NCIDQ, brings a deep understanding of all aspects of project design and delivery, combined with a roll up her sleeves attitude allows her to excel in managing teams through the dynamic process of design and construction. She enjoys working directly with senior hospital staff to ensure their organizations values, business goals, and project expectations are achieved. She also works closely with the construction management team monitoring the projects schedule and budget. Whitt commented that, "During the course, practical examples focused on the increasing throughput - not 'fixing' a problem with new equipment. That type of lean thinking will make an immediate impact on our clients' bottom line, staff satisfaction and patient relations."

The Lean focus of the Array team includes our unique approach to project delivery which moves beyond conventional design services and focuses on sustainable business solutions for todays evolving healthcare environment. We believe healthcare design projects must focus on providing high value solutions that support best practices, foster collaboration, promote outstanding patient experiences and anticipate future flexibility.

About Array Architects: We are a team of architects and designers with unique backgrounds, but we all have one thing in common - we share a strong desire to use our expertise and knowledge to design solutions that will help people in moments that matter most. This focus makes us leaders in our field. Together, we discover optimal solutions with our clients. It is our four decades of specialization that allows for effective communication, collaboration, and precision in the complex, changing world of healthcare.

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Published: Tuesday, 1/20/2015 - Updated: 1 minute ago

BY JON CHAVEZ BLADE BUSINESS WRITER

The metro Toledo retail market saw considerable improvement in the second half of 2014, according to a year-end report by local commercial real estate firm the Reichle Klein Group.

The areas retail space vacancy rate dropped to 12.5 percent at years end from 12.9 percent at midyear 2014, the company said. The average lease rate rose to $7.60 per square foot in the second half from $7.43 at midyear.

The market had 25,293 fewer square feet of unused retail space when the year ended than it did July 1.

Finally, there was 301,260 square feet of new retail space under construction at years end, compared with 217,018 at midyear, Reichle Klein said.

I was kind of surprised how well retail has done the last two or three years, said Harlan Reichle, the companys CEO, said. I would say its clearly the best year that weve had since the crash.

Mr. Reichle said it is too soon to say if the retail market is fully recovered. I dont know if Id go so far as to say its all the way back or back to the levels before the crash. That was a pretty precocious pace we were on prior to 2007. But its the best it has been since the crash.

The report, which was prepared by Mr. Reichle, said the Kroger Co. played a huge role in 2014 in lifting the market by constructing its new Kroger Marketplace store in Holland. The 123,637-square-foot store, which is in the Orchard Center shopping strip, opens Thursday.

Reichle Klein said Kroger also boosted the market byacquiring the former Kmart space in Perrysburg to expand its store there into a marketplace store, and by placing under contract the Sisters of Notre Dame property at Secor Road and Monroe Street where a new Kroger may be built.

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