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Boston Public Library blends New England, Greek Revival architecture

Construction Specifier

The fluted design of the Doric column unfolds on the facade, referencing its predecessor in an abstract way, while creating an undulating pilaster surface adding a protective layer over a thin rainscreen system. The concrete floors serve as thermal mass, contributing to the heating of the space during extended hours.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 01 86 16 Plumbing Performance Requirements. Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement.

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A Primer on MasterFormat & Improving Construction Project Collaboration

Building Information Management

The MasterFormat numbering system and titles provide a common, transparent manner to readily communicate construction item, tasks, and associated information. Divisions are the top Level (Level 1) in the hierarchy of the classification system. 01 86 16 Plumbing Performance Requirements. Asbestos Floor Tile and Mastic Abatement.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System. FAR: Floor Area Ratio. FB: Flat Bar, Face Brick, Floor Box. FD: Floor drain. FF: Far Face, Finished Floor, Factory Finish.

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Construction Abbreviations – A Decent List

Building Information Management

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System. FAR: Floor Area Ratio. FB: Flat Bar, Face Brick, Floor Box. FD: Floor drain. FF: Far Face, Finished Floor, Factory Finish.

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List of Common Construction Abbreviations

Job Order Contracting

ACFL: Access Floor. AF: Above the Floor. AFF: Above Finished Floor. CTSC: Communications Systems Terminal Cabinet. EIFS: Exterior Insulation and Finish System. FAR: Floor Area Ratio. FB: Flat Bar, Face Brick, Floor Box. FD: Floor drain. FF: Far Face, Finished Floor, Factory Finish.

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Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture: California's.

Natural Building

Employ wood-based materials and products comprising at least 50% of a major building component, such as framing, flooring, or millwork, which are certified by one of five listed sustainably harvested certification programs. Use pre-manufactured floor and roof systems to eliminate solid sawn lumber whenever possible.