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Redevelopment of Former Great Northern Paper Mill Site Preserves History and Benefits Local Community 

Civil + Structural Engineer

AUGUSTA, ME – To spur economic development, the former Great Northern Paper Company mill site in Millinocket, Maine, is being transformed into a mixed-use development that will celebrate the site’s historic significance while simultaneously revitalizing the area for the benefit of the local community.

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Adair County Awarded Preserve Missouri 2024 Project of the Year Project with Veregy

Civil + Structural Engineer

The award was fittingly presented to the Adair County Commission in the historic 1917 Missouri State Capital along the banks of the Missouri River in Jefferson City, Missouri. The architectural integrity of Adair’s courthouse is a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, making its preservation paramount.

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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. Following the survey, Pick Everard grouped the recommended remediations into projects that can be delivered while the tenancy is empty to ensure minimal disruption.

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Former Industrial Revolution powerhouse converted to residential complex

Construction Specifier

million building meets the current energy codes and the National Park Service’s historic preservation guidelines. Each of the 86 apartment units features large window openings and integrates existing historical elements, such as exposed original wood beam ceilings. Designed by The Architectural Team (TAT), the $39.2

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New LEED for Neighborhood Development and Historic Preservation guide released

BD+C

A new guidance manual, LEED for Neighborhood Development and Historic Preservation , outlines strategies geared towards helping building teams incorporate historic resources into their developments. This guide helps connect reuse and rehabilitation of historic resources with energy, water, waste, and infrastructure efficiency.

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Proposal offers to reuse D.C.’s underused federal landmark as affordable housing

Construction Specifier

The exhibition celebrates Brutalist architecture in the nation’s capital, offering insight into the historical roots and future potential of iconic structures in D.C. Adaptive reuse significantly improves energy efficiency, reducing consumption by up to 40 percent, while preserving an important piece of architectural history.

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Johnson Controls introduces NSW8000 sensor for monitoring temperature, humidity, CO₂, and occupancy.

CCR Magazine

The full integration of building sensors and controls is a key pillar in a commercial buildings digitalization where intelligence is delivered to the BAS, leading to improved operations, costs and efficiency. Johnson Controls provides a wide selection of network and non-network sensors designed for efficiency and easy installation.