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With Climate Events on the Rise, Material Selection is Critical for Long-term Resilience

Civil + Structural Engineer

As these extreme climate events continue to grow in number and size, owners are turning to architects, engineers, and construction professionals to deliver more resilient buildings without higher costs. Sustainability and resilience are critical factors in building design and construction.

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Prefab ADUs: A Rising Trend in Affordable Housing and Off-Site Construction Solutions

The Pro Builder

At the same time, the construction industry is contending with its own set of challenges regarding workforce availability, jobsite safety, building quality, lack of materials, and building sustainability. Additionally, building in a controlled setting can reduce material waste, providing both environmental and cost benefits.

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Adapting to Regulatory Changes: Navigating New Building Codes in 2025

Construction Daily News

And with a new year comes new codes that can muddy the waters even further. To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. Look for updated IBC codes in the days and weeks to come. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

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19 industry groups team to promote resilient planning and building materials

BD+C

Leaders of America’s design and construction industry – along with building owners and operators - for the first time have agreed to promote resilience in contemporary planning, building materials, design, construction and operational techniques as the solution to making the nation’s aging infrastructure more safe and secure.

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Fire Safety Solutions Shaping the Future of Construction Design

CCR Magazine

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.

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CSI National Conference awards The Construction Specifier’s article of the year

Construction Specifier

Rick Roos, Rockwool’s senior manager for codes, standards, and fire safety, (second from the left) receives The Construction Specifier ‘s 2023 Article of the Year Award at the CSI National Conference in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Photo courtesy Construction Specifications Institute (CSI).

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ICC codes updated with the most significant changes in quarter-century

Construction Specifier

The International Code Council’s ( ICC ’s) 2024 plumbing and mechanical codes have the most significant changes in 25 years. Photo courtesy International Code Council.  These enhancements were developed and implemented based on feedback from print and digital I-Codes users and aim to improve readability.