The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The project is the brainchild—and now the personal home—of Mark LaLiberte , a renowned building science expert and co-founder and president of Construction Instruction , a consultancy and training facility based in Denver. Project Specs: Desert Comfort Idea Home Location: Sonoran Desert, Ariz.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

In 2014, Page began work on a phased modernization project for the 770,000 SF occupied historic courthouse. In the case of the Theodore Levin US Courthouse, however, the existing building occupies an entire city block and the upper floors are arranged in a “donut” shape with offices and courtrooms surrounding an interior light court.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 25, 2024

By Chadwick Collins Photo and illustrations courtesy Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI) An often-overlooked issue during new construction or a commercial renovation project is the addition of unwanted moisture into the structure. Typically, water vapor or moisture movement—called diffusion—travels from warm humid (i.e.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

For example, an architect in Oxford can leverage innovation in 3D rendering to transform architectural projects. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

That said, this article will unravel strategies that resonate with professionals, from those who meticulously plan projects to those who wield the tools on-site. Project Managers Responsible for overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of construction projects.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

From simple DIY projects like painting walls in light colours to installing affordable storage solutions that maximise vertical space, you can create a functional, visually appealing extension of your living space. Create a detailed floor plan with these measurements to help visualise potential layouts and identify space constraints.

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Fortunately, through advances in hydro excavation and slot trenching, these delicate subterranean systems can be effectively modernized without damaging the structure. Dated cast iron pipes can be retrofitted with industrial pipe insulation to keep the sewage system functioning properly in all weather conditions.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. By implementing a robust stormwater management plan, 11NOHO captures and treats 90 percent of annual rainfall.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

These professionals handle everything from initial planning to the final walkthrough, ensuring the project meets both functional and aesthetic goals. From designing blueprints to managing on-site work, a construction company brings together skilled professionals, materials, and processes to create structures that last.

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Specification Product Update

JUNE 5, 2024

CMS Danskin Acoustics has supplied an innovative sound reducing underlayment, designed specifically for external use, as part of the roof systems at the prestigious new 38 Berkeley Square development in Mayfair, London. Installation was undertaken by All Metal Roofing.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To create a building with such a profound impact on sustainability, the project team’s approach focused not on individual technological components, but instead on integrating wholly reimagined systems throughout the entire building including DOAS/Geothermal/Radiant Heating, Electrified Energy, and Artificial Intelligence Integration.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 16, 2024

Jackson Hole Airport (JAC) has unveiled its eighth collaboration with CLB Architects, revealing a transformative renovation and expansion project in the heart of Grand Teton National Park, Wyoming. The sustainable focus of the project is noteworthy, operating within the constraints of the Greater Yellowstone area’s extreme climate.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 20, 2025

As PREMIER’s nationwide portfolio continues to expand, the project is another milestone for its growth in the New York region. The floor will be a 7-inch fiber-reinforced concrete slab, the walls will consist of 10-inch insulated precast concrete, and the 30-year EPDM roof will lie over 6 inches of continuous insulation.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 14, 2024

Metal buildings fit the bill as an exceedingly strong, sturdy and durable building system which can be customized and fortified by the design and construction of its structural members, connections and bracing. For example, metal roofing can withstand winds of 140 mph , the equivalent of the highest ranked Category 4 hurricane.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 20, 2023

BRONX, NY— Located in New York City’s South Bronx neighborhood of Mott Haven, the newly dedicated $175 million 425 Grand Concourse high-rise building serves as the largest Passive House project to date in North America. 425 Grand Concourse’s southern exposure required installing sunshades on 13 floors to save energy.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Thermal and moisture protection solutions. learn more >. learn more >.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“I knew the view from the back of the lot would be great but also a little off-center to the right,” Coletti says, “so I put the kitchen in the left back corner of the floor plan to capture the best view.” The rest of the 7,800-square-foot, single-level floor plan flowed fairly easily from there, he says.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. Every two out of three modules of the unitized aluminum system are fully glazed; the third module is opaque.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. The flat roofs might sag under heavy snow or rain if you don’t reinforce them properly. Container homes are great because you can change them easily. to AUD$56.57

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Civil + Structural Engineer

OCTOBER 10, 2024

The $157 million project, which also includes a separate, one-story overbuild to house Inspira’s maternal health services, will boost the hospital’s overall bed count by nearly half and increase Inspira’s footprint to more than 600,000 square feet on the 100-acre Gloucester County campus.

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Uneven floors or sticking doors could be a sign of trouble. Evaluate Plumbing and Electrical Systems Test all faucets and fixtures. Flickering lights or outdated systems might need immediate attention. Start with Urgent Repairs Structural Issues : Cracks in walls, sagging floors, or a leaky roof?

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The Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

By shaving just a foot off the depth of the three-story, side-by-side duplex destined for an infill lot in Pittsburgh, he enabled Structural Modular Innovations to build three boxes at a time on its factory floor instead of only two. Beazer Homes partnered with Entekra , a panelized systems provider in Modesto, Calif.,

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Commercial Construction Blog

MAY 1, 2018

One of the things we’ve been most proud of at Englewood Construction over the last several years is the growth of our Facilities Management Group. It turns out we were right – and a lot of clients agree – because today our facilities management team is busier than ever. Insider Knowledge.

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PC Construction

MARCH 9, 2023

Over the next year and a half in this program, I will earn 310 hours of classroom instruction and 3,000 hours of on-the-job training at PC in carpentry specialties such as floor and wall systems, framing and drywall, building envelop systems, roof framing, trim and cabinetry.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The 41,899-m 2 (451,000-sf) project achieved sustainability by relying on alternative energy sources, including geothermal wells and solar energy. Solar energy: The school features an array of solar panels on its roof, contributing to one-third of the property’s energy needs.

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

By positioning the bands on the building perimeter, an open and column-free floor plan is created, offering maximum flexibility for interior planning. The elevator and utility core of the building are offset to the south, freeing up the office interiors and providing further floor plan flexibility. High-performance mechanical systems.

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Stok

APRIL 25, 2021

Brought on early in the project as the Zero Carbon Consultant, Stok led the Zero Carbon Certification effort in full and collaborated closely with the ILFI to create a first-of-its-kind Zero Carbon Ready pathway to achieve the developer’s goals. Haley Gardner, Manager, Energy + Carbon, International Living Future Institute.

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HardHatChat

MARCH 13, 2013

There is always a sense of pride and accomplishment after completing a retail construction, restaurant construction and commercial construction project for a client. Yet sometimes completing a successful commercial construction project and then detaching yourself from the client can be hard. Scheduled commercial property maintenance.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to a just-like-new condition designed to last for over 20 years. A striking, early example of late modern “high-technology” architecture received a 21 st century facelift. Preserving modern history.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 7, 2018

Sometimes, it may seem like there's no rhyme or reason to the types of projects breaking ground. This led DODGE Data & Analytics Manager of Forecasting Kim Kennedy and her team to the theory that perhaps the influx of online shopping could be causing this dual phenomena. Or, in this case, the projects for the trends. Take Texas.

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BDC Network

MAY 6, 2024

At Portland International Airport in Oregon, we’re working on the PDX Terminal Core Redevelopment Project to implement biophilic elements to create a more pleasing experience for travelers. Providing access to the outdoors is a key element of the project alongside onsite energy production. The Eight, Bellevue, Wash.

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The Pro Builder

APRIL 26, 2023

The company expects that by the end of June, it will have fulfilled its final obligations to builders that had ongoing projects in the Northern California region. The company debuted its first home in August 2017, and its prefabricated panelized construction systems promised to be a game-changer for the residential construction industry.

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GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

DUCTILCRETE® engineered slab systems significantly reduce control joints and curling. This helps eliminate the cracks that commonly occur in concrete slabs and alleviates the associated wear and tear on forklifts going over uneven flooring. Verify that the HVAC systems are sited properly. Consider lighting needs. DUCTILCRETE.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Thermal and moisture protection solutions. learn more >. learn more >.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

By Chris Kann Photos courtesy Carlisle SynTec Effectively managing stormwater runoff can be complex and challenging for urban planners and developers. The Districts Stormwater Management Regulations stipulates construction sites achieve retention of the rainfall from a 1.2-inch In Washington, D.C.,

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

DECEMBER 21, 2023

At its core, BIM represents an all-encompassing strategy for creating and managing information about a built asset. Remember, BIM is all about creating and managing the information of buildings. walls, floors, architecture, etc.). Each dimension adds a layer of complexity and detail to the modeling process. What is 4D BIM?:

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