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Convention and Recreation: Issues To Consider Description Architectural Rejoinder

1. Convention and exposition centers are an important part of the economy and community, hosting business and tourism events to drive growth. Trends show destination conventions are increasing, requiring unique venues. 2. Accessibility and accommodating special needs must be fundamental in facility design and identified early. 3. Buildings need innovative designs and construction technologies to withstand climate change and ensure safety during storms.
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Convention and Recreation: Issues To Consider Description Architectural Rejoinder

1. Convention and exposition centers are an important part of the economy and community, hosting business and tourism events to drive growth. Trends show destination conventions are increasing, requiring unique venues. 2. Accessibility and accommodating special needs must be fundamental in facility design and identified early. 3. Buildings need innovative designs and construction technologies to withstand climate change and ensure safety during storms.
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Issues to Consider Description Architectural Rejoinder

Convention and Business/Trade no longer are Convention/Exposition


Recreation an ‘add-on’ to the social fabric centers host events related to
of society but a necessary and business and tourism; they are
essential component in the also an engine for the growth
enhancement of the of the economy. Trends in the
community’s economy and industry show that destination
lifestyle. conventions are on the rise,
and with it the need for unique
and interesting venues to
attract attendees are needed.
Access and The need to ensure that
Opportunity facilities are accessible to all
members of the community and
any special needs are catered
for these are now fundamental
in the design of facilities. This
will require clear identification
of needs at the earliest
opportunity.
Climate The climate is changing, so The integration of innovative
must architecture. Buildings building designs and
can be vulnerable to climate construction technologies…
change. Storms will constitute
a safety risk in those parts of
existing buildings that do not
meet the building code's safety
requirements.
Sustainability Strong vibrant communities are Smart buildings technology is
(its ability to be essential to maintaining slower than anticipated. Not
maintained) lifestyles now and into the many understand that with
future. The need for a smart technology in buildings,
sustainability strategy is an the data collected would
essential guide that will provide improve the management of
a positive impact on issues these buildings.
relating to society, economy
and environment. These will be able to gauge a
building’s technical
performance, triggering alerts
for maintenance, saving
energy by prompting heating
and lighting adjustments,
amongst other practical
planning and cost benefits.
Lodging (Hotel)

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