Construction Specifier

JANUARY 25, 2024

m (12-ft) gap between the new glass structure and the existing brick facade allows for standardized floor heights and houses a vertical garden—a biophilic office design by the landscape architect, Field Operations. A unique 3.66-m Inside, the building retains features such as a 65.2-m

Architecture 85

Architecture Real Estate Development Flooring Systems Ceiling Systems 85

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 15, 2023

m 2 (10-sf) floor-to-ceiling windows facing the park. When raised, the hangar doors form a canopy over the fritted glass , providing shade and preventing birds from mistaking the reflected landscape in the windows for open space. The Chicago Parks District aims to balance openness with security, even when park staff is off-site.

Sustainability 98

Sustainability Wall Systems Environmental Consulting Ceiling Systems 98

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The campus boasts a thriving coastal live oak woodland ecosystem, diverse structures, and breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay. The building’s energy use intensity (EUI) is reduced to 23, a 71 percent decrease from the baseline, thanks to efficient building systems and envelope design. Notable glazing properties include 0.28

Energy Efficiency 111

Energy Efficiency Sustainability Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 111

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The renovated auditorium features improved seating, sightlines, and accessibility, along with enhanced finishes, energy-efficient lighting, and revitalized support spaces and building systems. The roof and ceiling plane echoes the region’s architectural vernacular and is expressive of the building program.

Roofing Systems 93

Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 93

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

Roofing Systems 130

Roofing Systems HVAC System Installation Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 130

The MCP Group

DECEMBER 18, 2023

The work includes site demolition, selective demolition, earthwork, erosion control, site concrete, brick pavers, decorative fences, landscaping & irrigation, site utilities, cast-in-place concrete, masonry, stone, stone cleaning, cast stone, structural steel, decorative stairs & railings, architectural woodwork, air barriers, EPDM roofing, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 40

CCR Magazine

JULY 3, 2024

This not only ensures comfort but also protects the structure of your home from potential heat-related damage. Upgrade or Repair Air Conditioning For those who have older air conditioning systems, upgrading to a more energy-efficient model can provide both cost savings and improved cooling.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Ceiling Systems Energy Efficiency Wall Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

JANUARY 8, 2024

This involves converting urban, mixed-use commercial buildings, including big-box retail, office, and light industrial spaces, into research labs to foster innovation in the rapidly changing business landscape. The design is flexible for both single or multitenant incubator spaces. These cases usually involve less complex build-out processes.

Real Estate Development 264

Real Estate Development Energy Efficiency Building Design Environmental Impact Assessment 264

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 1, 2023

The brise soleil system, found in modernist L.A. The project’s exterior brise soleil system is one aspect of the design, which will also frame sightlines of the surrounding L.A. homes, on Midfield Satellite Concourse (MSC) South. Photos courtesy Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA).

Energy Efficiency 94

Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Geotechnical Engineering Fire Protection Systems 94

Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

This lowers energy consumption, as the HVAC system does not have to work as hard to create a comfortable interior for occupants. Likewise, look into roof cover board and other forms of ceiling insulation to prevent heat loss through the top of the building. Insulation becomes extra important during extreme temperatures.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems 52

BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Once open, the building will be operated by 100% renewable energy and serve as a zero emissions structure. Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone. Operational carbon: Building 48 will also be net zero carbon. There is no natural gas service to the building.

Renewable Energy Systems 116

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems Energy Conservation Building Design 116

The MCP Group

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

Bid Due Date | October 5, 2023 4:00 PM Project Description The project consists of a 7,690 sf new 2-story steel framed building and sitework.

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Building Permits HVAC Systems 40

The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, asphalt paving, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping, cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, stone, structural steel, architectural woodwork, spray foam insulation, acrylic plaster soffit system, metal wall panels, fiber cement siding, TPO roofing joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, aluminum entrances (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 40

The MCP Group

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, asphalt paving, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping, cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, stone, structural steel, architectural woodwork, spray foam insulation, acrylic plaster soffit system, metal wall panels, fiber cement siding, TPO roofing joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, aluminum entrances (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems HVAC Systems Ceiling Systems Plumbing Systems 40

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

The structural concept of (W)rapper, built in a former industrial and manufacturing zone in Central Los Angeles and Culver City, originated in 1998 and was initially showcased by the project’s architect, Eric Owen Moss Architects (EOMA) in an exhibition at the Wexner Center in Columbus, Ohio. m (14 ft), 5.18 m (17 ft), and 7.32

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Structural Systems Energy Conservation 90

Construction Specifier

APRIL 17, 2023

The center’s blue-stained cedar exterior cladding sets it apart and has made it one of the most recognizable structures in town. The lobby is characterized by its combination of massive wood structural elements, textured copper, and floor-to-ceiling glass walls.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Wall Systems Structural Systems Flooring Systems 52

The MCP Group

JANUARY 31, 2024

Bid Due Date | February 20, 2024 12:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

AUGUST 14, 2023

Bid Due Date | August 31, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

BDC Network

MAY 6, 2024

This includes incorporating elements of the natural world into indoor environments, increasing natural lighting, improving ventilation for better indoor air quality, adding landscape features that bring life to sterile environments, and using mass timber. Cordilleras Health System Replacement project, Redwood City, Calif.

Building Design 108

Building Design Building Materials Building Optimization Ceiling Systems 108

UK Construction Blog

JULY 30, 2024

Sustainability is arguably the most important consideration in the modern construction landscape. With this in mind, architects and construction professionals are using the most vanguard techniques and design principles to create the most environmentally-friendly structures possible. Metal b-decking is a great choice in this regard.

Building Materials 62

Building Materials Sustainability Steel Fabrication Roofing Systems 62

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4 story wood framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

The MCP Group

JUNE 26, 2023

Bid Due Date | July 19, 2023 2:00 PM Project Description New Construction of a 4-story wood-framed hotel that will include but not be limited to cast-in-place concrete, unit masonry, Manufactured masonry veneer, structural steel, metal fabrications, rough carpentry, wood trusses, finish carpentry, wood casework, FRP, waterproofing, building insulation, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Carpentry Steel Fabrication Painting/finishing 40

Construction Specifier

JULY 24, 2023

Birdseye, architect in Richmond, Virginia, has designed an artist’s studio for a stone sculptor in the Champlain Valley in Williston, Vermont, drawing inspiration from the client’s sculptural language and the existing structures on the horse farm site. Structural steel members are exposed under the roof overhang and inside the studio.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems Ceiling Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JULY 24, 2023

Birdseye, architect in Richmond, Virginia, has designed an artist’s studio for a stone sculptor in the Champlain Valley in Williston, Vermont, drawing inspiration from the client’s sculptural language and the existing structures on the horse farm site. Structural steel members are exposed under the roof overhang and inside the studio.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Wall Systems Electrical Systems Ceiling Systems 52

BD+C

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Once open, the building will be operated by 100% renewable energy and serve as a zero emissions structure. Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone. Operational carbon: Building 48 will also be net zero carbon. There is no natural gas service to the building.

Sustainability 72

Sustainability Architecture Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems 72

BDC Network

JUNE 5, 2023

How to properly assess structural wind damage 0 dbarista Mon, 06/05/2023 - 16:17 Engineers Properly assessing wind damage can identify vulnerabilities in a building's design or construction, which could lead to future damage or loss, writes Matt Wagner, SE, Principal and Managing Director with Walter P Moore.

Building Code Compliance 98

Building Code Compliance Building Codes Insurance Management Property Management 98

BDC Network

FEBRUARY 23, 2024

Acknowledging that this final phase is the smallest and shortest tower of the multi-building campus, the design team developed an architectural response that simultaneously extends the design vocabulary and urban networks initiated by the existing structures while creating a massing and experiential solution unique to the block.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Building Design Green Building Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 29, 2024

Focus on Insulating Your Roof The Department of Energy states that proper insulation in your homes can reduce air leakage and improve heating systems. For instance, you can install residential insulated roof panels, rigid foam board insulation systems, or spray foam for the best results. to USD 5.00

Budgeting 59

Budgeting Sustainability Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency 59

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

With their natural beauty and strength, oak beams are used to create structures that are not only sturdy but also aesthetically pleasing. The process of building an oak frame extension requires careful consideration of design and structural requirements.

Building Materials 62

Building Materials Safety Regulations Structural Systems Roofing Systems 62

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

Metal structures have become a staple in modern construction due to their numerous advantages, including durability, cost-effectiveness, and flexibility in design. From towering commercial complexes to humble backyard sheds, metal buildings are revolutionizing how we conceive and construct structures. What Are Metal Buildings?

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Building Materials Manufacturing Building Permits Building Codes 52

OmTrak

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Safety in Design is a pressing concern in today’s construction and infrastructure landscape, with experts and seminars offering a wealth of advice. This information includes: Purpose: A clear understanding of the intended function of the plant, substance, or structure.

Handover 80

Handover Risk Management Facility Management Project Management 80

Construction Specifier

APRIL 25, 2023

To create a new building design, the architect, Studio Gang , began the designing process in 2016, analyzed the various structural, heating, and material systems of the museum’s additions and interviewed curators and staff to understand how people and art moved through the building over time.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Building Design Historic Preservation Roofing Systems 52

BDC Network

JUNE 16, 2023

Sydney Unnerstall Contractors Designers Designers / Specifiers / Landscape Architects Engineers Facility Managers Architects Building Owners AEC Tech Augmented Reality Virtual Reality Take a moment to picture yourself entering your new building for the first time. The space, volume, and structure.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 98

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Project Management Consulting Building Design Structural Systems 98

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

The site is situated on the outskirts of South Mountain Park Preserve, allowing for sweeping views of the diverse desert landscape and surrounding mountain vistas, while maintaining easy access to Arizona State University (ASU) and Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

Architecture 59

Architecture Masonry Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 59

Buildern

MAY 4, 2023

We’ll break down the language barriers, empowering you with the knowledge to navigate the construction landscape with confidence. These guidelines cover everything from how structures are designed to the electrical systems, plumbing, fire safety measures, and even accessibility.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Heavy Lifting Transportation 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

Named the world’s Best Tall Building in its category by The Council on Tall Buildings and Urban Habitat at the organization’s annual conference last week, The Spiral visually extends the landscape of the nearby High Line Park up and around The Spiral’s exterior, allowing access to green outdoor terraces from each of the building’s 66 stories.

Green Building 52

Green Building Flooring Systems Landscaping Building Design 52