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Refine versus shine: Defining and defending design intent with refined concrete

Construction Specifier

The industry urgently needs a specification framework that is measurable, verifiable, and defensible. Photo courtesy Bennett Build The polished concrete problem The design industry has struggled with polished concrete for years. Photo courtesy Bennett Build What is polished concrete, exactly?

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OmTrak’s Wish List for the Construction Industry in 2025: Building a Better Tomorrow

OmTrak

In 2025, lets focus on minimising discrepancies that could impact project outcomes. Champion Validated Data What wed like to see : Building a transparent data environment where validated information drives decision-making. Real-time data collection at various stages will greatly enhance collaboration and streamline project timelines.

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Impact of Digital Transformation on the Construction Industry

CCR Magazine

In construction, it means leveraging tools such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), artificial intelligence, drones, and IoT-enabled devices to streamline processes, enhance productivity, and reduce costs. Both governments and clients are demanding greener practices, energy-efficient buildings, and sustainable materials.

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Address Cement-Related Carbon During Design to Achieve Net Zero

Civil + Structural Engineer

By Kristin Dispenza, Advancing Organizational Excellence Cement has historically been so far upstream in a building’s supply chain that designers, engineers, and building owners ignored the details of its production. The net zero approach is inherently performance-based. It’s a more holistic approach.”

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WSP USA’s ClimateVue Platform Earns SEAL Sustainable Product Award

Civil + Structural Engineer

SAN DIEGO — A digital toolkit purpose-built to equip decision makers with key climate insights was recognized with a Sustainable Product Award from the Sustainability, Environmental Achievement and Leadership (SEAL) 2023 Business Sustainability Awards. ResilienceLens TM measures the “resilience value” of potential projects.

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5 lessons in water mitigation for mass timber projects

BDC Network

Dean Lewis, Graham Finch, and David Simkins Contractors Mass Timber Moisture Protection Sustainable Development Sustainable Design and Construction Mass timber has gained popularity as a building material praised for its sustainability and aesthetic appeal. Here are five tips for successful water mitigation in mass timber construction.

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Zweig Group’s 2024 Rising Stars In the AEC Industry

Civil + Structural Engineer

By recognizing the young professionals already making a profound impact on the AEC industry, we are able to get a full view of its future. This impact also extends to work done in their communities as well as leadership and mentorship within their firms. For me, Rising Stars is the perfect way to start the awards season.