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Homes That Are Both Prefab and Predesigned

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Their collaboration enables homeowners or builders to select from Hereabout’s list of preexisting, ready-to-use design plans, then build the home using B.PUBLIC’s prefab floor, roof, and wall panels. We can offer something that looks custom and performs at the highest level, but we don’t reinvent every detail,” Dillman says.

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CONDITION SURVEY ENHANCES SUSTAINABILITY OF HISTORIC LONDON PROPERTY

Civil + Structural Engineer

PROTECTING unique architectural elements, one of London’s Grade II listed buildings has undergone a condition and sustainability survey to preserve its 140-year-old heritage. Built in 1884, the building required an in-depth assessment to evaluate its current condition and identify opportunities to improve its sustainability.

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Trimble Launches New IonoGuard Technology to Mitigate Costly GNSS Signal Interruptions

Civil + Structural Engineer

. — Trimble (NASDAQ: TRMB) introduced today Trimble IonoGuard , a next-generation technology designed to mitigate ionospheric disruptions in positioning and navigation by minimizing performance impacts caused by scintillation or signal noise. Referred to as solar activity, ionospheric disturbances peak every 11 years.

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KEITH HEMPEL NAMED PRESIDENT OF LPA DESIGN STUDIOS

Civil + Structural Engineer

Hempel is an active national leader on energy performance and decarbonization, working to develop best practices across the industry for developing higher performing buildings. It’s me helping people work better together and build stronger relationships.” It’s not me telling people how to do things.

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The Inefficiencies of the Latest Energy Code

The Pro Builder

But as building codes become increasingly more stringent with each new code cycle, in some cases the returns on the margins aren't yielding an energy-savings benefit that justifies the higher construction costs. Early editions of the IECC helped new homes achieve much higher levels of energy performance. Energy Information Agency.

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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

The show home features cutting-edge technologies, the latest in building science principles and best practices, and offers a real-world glimpse into the future of residential building to a higher standard. Though it was no easy task, this year’s build followed a proven process that can be applied to any home at any price point.

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BOND Civil & Utility Names Emily Grimes as Director of Marketing

Civil + Structural Engineer

Building on her track record of increased sales and brand visibility, Grimes will help to strategically position BOND Civil & Utility in key markets, supporting all existing business and relationships, and driving new sector goals. Grimes currently resides in Hamilton, MA with her husband, three children, and their family dog George.