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Adventures in Renovation: The Historic Courthouse and the Stair and Elevator Tower Conundrum

Civil + Structural Engineer

Additions are commonly made to the side of a building, which simplifies the structure and creates one plane where the new interfaces with the existing. What worked well for the upper floors to minimize disruption became challenging on the interior of the building.

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Offsite vs. Onsite Construction Part 2

Civil + Structural Engineer

The benefits of offsite construction, which comprises the manufacturing, planning, design, fabrication, and assembly of building elements offsite are expansive. The panel of experts below, representing the construction, engineering, and building systems industries, explore and explain the many benefits of this alternative construction method.

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Harvard University’s new building features hydroformed facade for energy efficiency

Construction Specifier

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. The facade’s stainless-steel material is both delicate and lightweight, mimicking the qualities of fabric.

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Maryland college’s arts center celebrates act of ‘making’ through design

Construction Specifier

The structural system, a legible “kit of parts,” connects the building’s interior and exterior, providing a dynamic environment for current and future generations of artists and designers. Visible to passersby, the first-floor exhibition hall displays public lectures, student and alumni exhibits, and community entrepreneur sessions.

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7 Innovative Sustainable Building Materials Shaping the Future of Construction

UK Construction Blog

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. Structural Steel Steel is one of the most important materials in sustainable construction.

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Reaching a new level of sophistication with panelized construction

Construction Specifier

Construction of wall, floor, and roof systems offsite has multiple advantages, including compressing the project schedules, reducing site labor and waste, improving consistency and quality control, and increasing safety for workers. However, all will have the structural skeleton of the frame.

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Renovation Trends in Material Selection for Sustainable Homes

Construction Daily News

Durable Roofing The roof is the home’s first line of defense against the elements. As such, it plays a critical role in promoting the sustainability of the structure. Traditional roofing projects use basic asphalt shingles or choose between wood shingles vs wood shakes. It is completely fire and pest resistant.