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Future-proofing leadership

Civil + Structural Engineer

Leaders who can engage in these conversations transparently and constructively will build trust with their teams and stakeholders, creating a culture where innovation can flourish without fear of retribution or resistance. And there is no finish line. Understanding new levels of risk and mitigation.

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Advancing sustainable construction: Specifying low-carbon concrete

Construction Specifier

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

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Quality Materials: Essential for Construction Projects

CCR Magazine

From the foundation to the finishing touches, the choice of materials shapes the durability, safety, and aesthetics of the built environment. Building a Strong Foundation At the core of any construction endeavor lies the foundation, a critical component that bears the weight of the entire structure.

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3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts

BDC Network

Trish Donnally MFPRO+ Blog Higher Education University Buildings Multifamily Housing Affordable Housing Senior Living Design Student Housing Designers Architects Projects Sustainable Development To say the United States is facing an affordable housing crisis is a major understatement.

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Rockfon Ceilings Enhance Houston’s Thompson Intermediate School

CCR Magazine

Constructed after Hurricane Harvey damaged its previous location, the new building provides an updated, resilient, safe, comfortable environment supporting 21st-century, personalized learning. In 2017, many Pasadena Independent School District (PISD) buildings were severely damaged by flooding caused during Hurricane Harvey.

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7 Trends Shaping the Future of the Construction Industry

CCR Magazine

Sustainable Building In today’s contemporary building industry, sustainability has emerged as an essential component. ” Sustainable construction seeks to reduce the adverse effects on the environment while simultaneously improving the comfort and well-being of the people who live in the building.

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Texas Arts Center & Admin Buildings Feature Rockfon Ceilings

CCR Magazine

The Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District ( CFISD ) recently opened the new Visual and Performing Arts Center ( VPAC ) and Mark Henry Administration Building on a 26-acre site. The VPAC and Administration Building mirror each other in their design, materials and finishes, including their ceiling systems.