The Pro Builder
JULY 16, 2024
Large homes are becoming more expensive, and because of this, buyers are opting for smaller homes. In order to keep home sizes small—and therefore more affordable—designers are eliminating hallways to save space, according to real estate listing platform Realtor.com. The number of smaller, budget-friendly houses priced between $200,000 and $350,000 has surged, especially in the past five months.
Prodyogi
JULY 14, 2024
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Construction Dive
JULY 15, 2024
The cost of materials tumbled in June, likely due to lower project starts in a number of segments, according to Associated Builders and Contractors.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
Uniting over a dozen services in one convenient location in the heart of Philadelphia Jefferson Health recently opened the Honickman Center, now home to over a dozen specialty practices previously scattered throughout 10 buildings. Stantec , a global integrated design firm, served as the architect of record for fit-out of the building. Stantec partnered with Ennead Architects , the core and shell architect, to help plan the facility for its intended ambulatory care use.
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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles. Discover how innovative construction firms are leveraging circular economy strategies, digital tracking, and energy-smart building solutions to reduce expenses and stay ahead of regulatory shifts.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 15, 2024
The final legal appeal against the A303 Stonehenge Tunnel enters court today, 15 July, as the expenditure on the project has been revealed as £166M despite main work not having commenced. The post Stonhehenge Tunnel | Final legal battle starts as expenditure to date tops £160M appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
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The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
Property developer Ballymore has submitted an outline planning application to demolish Edgware’s Broadwalk Shopping Centre, bus station and garage and put up more than 3,000 new homes.
Construction Dive
JULY 16, 2024
Developers are also delaying jobs, including Amtrak’s $175 million redevelopment of Baltimore’s Penn Station.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
BOCA RATON, Fla. — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced its newest community, Meravita at Boca Raton , is coming soon to Boca Raton, Florida. This intimate gated community will offer a collection of single-family homes with expansive designs and generous home sites. The Toll Brothers interest list is now forming for the community, which will be located at US Highway 441 and Clint Moore Road in Boca Raton.
The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
“We hear directly from our customers just how emotional the moving process can be,” says Kerry Melcher, head of real estate at Opendoor, a company that buys and sells homes online.To get a better understanding of the emotions involved, Opendoor commissioned a survey, conducted in late 2023, of over 2,000 US adults who had bought or sold homes (or had begun to do so) within the previous year.
Speaker: Dylan Secrest
Construction projects are high-stakes operations where even minor inefficiencies can lead to costly delays, safety concerns, and budget overruns. Managing risk in construction has always been a challenge, but as projects grow in complexity, traditional methods no longer cut it. Enter Digital Transformation - a game changer approach that replaces inefficiency with AI-powered analytics, real-time monitoring, and automated workflows to proactively manage risk.
The Construction Index
JULY 16, 2024
Energy secretary Ed Miliband has approved the covering of nearly 4,000 acres of Lincolnshire farmland with solar panels.
Construction Dive
JULY 15, 2024
Illinois and Michigan are partnering on the Brandon Road Interbasin to stave off invasive carp and other aquatic nuisance species.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — Toll Brothers, Inc. (NYSE:TOL), the nation’s leading builder of luxury homes, today announced the highly anticipated opening of Tomlinson Pointe , a new luxury community of single-family homes in Mt. Juliet, Tennessee. Home buyers are invited to visit the Toll Brothers Sales Center and tour the professionally designed model home located at 470 Tomlinson Pointe Drive in Mt.
The Pro Builder
JULY 16, 2024
Construction workers tackle physically demanding tasks on a daily basis, and feeling undervalued only makes these tasks that much more strenuous. According to For Construction Pros, showing appreciation can enhance worker motivation and commitment, which in turn boosts productivity and helps with retention. Leaders can show their gratitude through various means, including offering competitive pay and benefits, providing flexibility, and fostering an inclusive work environment.
Speaker: Abdi Ali, Sr. Lease Accounting Consultant
Join this insightful webinar with industry expert Abdi Ali, who will discuss the challenges that can arise from managing lease accounting with spreadsheets! He will share real-world examples of errors, compliance issues, and risks that may be present within your spreadsheets. Learn how these tools, while useful, can sometimes lead to inefficiencies that affect your time, resources, and peace of mind.
The Construction Index
JULY 15, 2024
The Church Commissioners for England has selected Bloor Homes and St Philips to deliver part of a 2,000-home development in North Warwickshire.
Construction Dive
JULY 17, 2024
Companies that track construction activity, provide innovative safety tech and help contractors manage change orders have reaped venture funding in recent weeks.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 17, 2024
By Stuart McLendon, COO, Zweig Group From The Zweig Letter The professional labor gap is an opportunity to rethink, reshape, and revitalize how we work. Last time, we left off staring into the gaping maw of the professional labor gap. Remember how the baby boomers bowed out and left us all a bit short-handed? Well, fret not. It’s time to explore the brave new world of work innovations that are reshaping how we bridge this talent divide.
The Pro Builder
JULY 15, 2024
Lot values for single-family speculative homes are continuing to climb, hitting a new peak in 2023. According to the National Association of Home Builders’ Eye On Housing blog, the median lot value for speculative homes in the U.S. at the start of 2023 was $58,000. At the same time, there has been a significant shift toward smaller lot sizes in recent years.
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The Construction Index
JULY 18, 2024
Nearly three million heat pumps will need to be installed in homes across the UK if 2030 net zero targets are to be met, according to government advisers.
Construction Dive
JULY 18, 2024
Skanska USA says its outreach programs in Ohio and Tennessee have had a real impact in removing the stigma around sensitive subjects.
BDC Network
JULY 18, 2024
Groundbreaking School Security Standard Protects Students During Active Shootings 1 kcichowicz Thu, 07/18/2024 - 12:12 SAFTI FIRST In the wake of the tragic rise in active shooter incidents at schools, the National Glass Association (NGA) took swift action in 2021 by forming a dedicated School Security Task Force. Their mission? To develop robust standards for windows and doors (known as fenestration systems) to protect students and staff.
The Pro Builder
JULY 19, 2024
There appears to be a gap between the amount homes are being appraised for and the actual sales price. According to financial services company Progress in Lending Association, home appraisal values were higher than sales prices 51% of the time during the first half of 2024. This is the largest gap between appraisals and sales prices recorded since 2020, when 42% of homes were appraised above the sales price.
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Budgeting, forecasting, and financial planning directly impact construction project outcomes. Inaccurate projections lead to cost overruns and delays. This guide outlines best practices for financial discipline, including forecasting methodologies, resource allocation strategies, and risk mitigation frameworks. Industry leaders recognize that precise financial control is essential for profitability and project stability.
New Civil Engineer
JULY 18, 2024
Plans for a publicly owned power company headquartered in Scotland and backed by £8.3bn capitalisaion have been made official through the Great British Energy Bill, which will “help accelerate investment in renewable energy”. The post Great British Energy Bill to ‘accelerate investment in renewable energy’ with £8.3bn backing appeared first on New Civil Engineer.
Construction Dive
JULY 16, 2024
With the deck connected, one of the largest civil projects in North America is expected to be complete by fall 2025.
The Construction Index
JULY 18, 2024
Research published by the Construction Leadership Council suggests that construction product manufacturers are still living in the 20th century.
The Pro Builder
JULY 16, 2024
Prior to the COVID-19 pandemic, large homes dominated, but things are changing. As more buyers prioritize affordability, smaller homes are in high demand, and new-home builders are creating product to meet that need. One way designers are squeezing the most out of the square footage of compact homes is by eliminating hallways to save space, according to real estate listing platform Realtor.com.
Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network
In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. Fortunately, digital tools now offer valuable insights to help mitigate these risks. However, the sheer volume of tools and the complexity of leveraging their data effectively can be daunting. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.
Civil + Structural Engineer
JULY 19, 2024
Back in 2000, Dag Madara, a geographer with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, New York District was walking on Monmouth Beach, New Jersey, the location of the agency’s Atlantic Coast of New Jersey Sandy Hook to Barnegat Inlet Beach Erosion Control Project. He was monitoring the federally threatened bird – the Piping Plover ( Charadrius melodus ), one of several environmental conservation measures performed by the agency on all coastal restoration projects to ensure wildlife is not harmed.
Construction Dive
JULY 17, 2024
It's the city's first large-scale implementation of the approach after years of testing different porous pavement products.
The Construction Index
JULY 17, 2024
Planning reform and legislation to help unlock investment in energy infrastructure are among measures announced in the 2024 king’s speech to parliament.
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