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WSP ACQUIRES AKF, EXPANDING ITS PROPERTY & BUILDINGS PRACTICE ACROSS THE U.S. NORTHEAST

Civil + Structural Engineer

By adding AKF’s complementary expertise to its Property and Buildings team, WSP enhances its technical practice and boosts its capabilities and presence in several essential high-demand markets. “I The addition of AKF is perfectly aligned with our strategy to grow and diversify our Property and Building expertise in the U.S.,”

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How to Choose Trusted Tiny Home Builders in Queensland: Expert Guide 2025

UK Construction Blog

The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building. Their expertise covers unique building techniques, system planning, and tiny house requirements.

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Code Compliance & Beyond: Upping Baseline Building Energy Performance

Stok

Coverage of fires blazing in unprecedented proportions in the Amazon forests of Brazil has ignited a discussion around the importance of government policies to drive widescale climate change mitigation. This directly translates to building energy codes. And, the result of this baseline? How to approach compliance.

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QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits | ENR.

ENR Construction

Building Types. QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits. New York City building permits are sprouting up with QR codes that instantly unlock vast amounts of project information. Speeding Construction Recovery With Streamlined Code Review. -- Advertising --. of Buildings commissioner.

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SMACNA’s Latest Standards Manual

CCR Magazine

The Sheet Metal and Air Conditioning Contractors National Association (SMACNA), the leader in promoting quality and excellence in the sheet metal and air conditioning industry,published the fourth edition of its HVAC Duct Systems Inspection Guide , which is available digitally and in print. SMACNA has national offices in Chantilly, Va.,

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Using Multifunctional, Fire-rated Glass to Support Safer School Design

BDC Network

Using Multifunctional, Fire-rated Glass to Support Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 08/19/2024 - 06:35 A multilayered approach to safer school design may create design challenges. Multifunctional, fire-rated glass offers a solution. In these areas, it is crucial for a door or window to defend against fire.

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Boston Public Library blends New England, Greek Revival architecture

Construction Specifier

New England and Greek Revival influences One notable architectural feature in New England is the use of brick-ended structures, which serve as a prominent design element for both public and residential buildings. It pays homage to the historical tradition of New England’s small-town public buildings, characterized by Greek Revival influences.