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

Civil + Structural Engineer

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. 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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7 Innovative Sustainable Building Materials Shaping the Future of Construction

UK Construction Blog

Structural Steel Steel is one of the most important materials in sustainable construction. At the end of the building’s useful life, steel buildings can often be transported to a new location, limiting construction waste. In the event that demolition is necessary, steel is a completely recyclable product.

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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. Photo courtesy South Valley Prefab and the Association of the Wall and Ceiling Industry.

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FHSU Forsyth Library Renovation

The MCP Group

The work includes site demolition, selective demolition, earthwork, erosion control, site concrete, brick pavers, decorative fences, landscaping & irrigation, site utilities, cast-in-place concrete, masonry, stone, stone cleaning, cast stone, structural steel, decorative stairs & railings, architectural woodwork, air barriers, EPDM roofing, (..)

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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. Traditional roofing projects use basic asphalt shingles or choose between wood shingles vs wood shakes. Better options for sustainable roofing are composite shingles or metal. It is completely fire and pest resistant.