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According to an article in  None [1] Construction Dive,  the construction industry accounts for more than $1 trillion in annual spending,...

*A Deep Retrofit is an entire building analysis and construction process that aims to achieve minimal energy use after a utility bills analysis using ...

NODE Founder and Principal Architect Jakov Saric is featured in this Amazon Prime documentary discussing how the built environment can help us achie...

* At Node AEC P.C., we aim to implement new and innovative materials with our design build projects.  NewBrick has given us the opportunity to pass on...

*Node AEC P.C. *is a Multi Disciplinary Innovative Architecture Engineering and Consulting firm with a diverse portfolio ranging from small renovatio...

How has the Global Pandemic Changed our Perception of Home? * *Work from home* has taken on a whole new meaning this year as many of us turn...

*(FISP) Facade Inspection and Safety Program reports for Local Law 11 (LL11) must be filed by a  (QEWI). NYC DOB mandates that the inspection must b...

* What is a Building Condition Assessment (BCA)? Why? And What Does it Include? * Building Condition Assessment* A BCA evaluates the condition ...

As a reminder from our None [1]*previous blog* , NYC Department of Buildings (DOB) continues their citywide inspection sweep of every permitted sit...

*What is a Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector?* QEWI * *A Qualified Exterior Wall Inspector* is a licensed and registered Engineer who conducts the ...

How is COVID-19 Affecting Tenant Fit-Outs and Office Space Design? * As we begin to reach some sort of normalcy we find 50% occupancy a require...

What you need to know as New York City opens and Local Law 11 Continues * * Before you Restart Work* Read and understand State's Interim Guidance fo...

When it's time to be proactive about your building's upgrades, consider Deep Retrofitting [1] . Besides the many reasons sustainable architecture is...

*Node AEC P.C. *is a Multi Disciplinary Innovative Architecture Engineering and Consulting firm with a diverse portfolio ranging from small renovatio...

* What are the new Facade Inspection Safety Program inspection requirements? ** *This year has brought on many changes within New York City. * One ...

* Elmhurst Terrace ** A unique site presents a unique opportunity. Located along the busy thoroughfare of Astoria Boulevard, where significant comme...

*Tenant fit-outs have many benefits like long term leases and higher rental potential, but how can a landlord ensure a smooth and profitable process? ...

*UPDATE* * With ever changing circumstances due to Covid19 in New York City, we strive to update our clients and readers as often as possible. Gove...

How has the current situation with Covid19 highlighted the need for better quality, healthier and greener Architecture? How can this be achieved by ...

*FISP - Revising Rule 103-04* * The Cycle 9 Inspection Cycle, beginning with Subcycle 9A, Opens on February 21, 2020, and the DOB is in the process of revising Rule 103-04. Since they are in the process of amending the rules, consider these Proposed changes.  They should be used for Planning...