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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

As cities face challenges with limited land availability and increasing demand for recreational and entertainment facilities, adaptive reuse has emerged as a cost-effective, sustainable solution. Adaptive reuse refers to repurposing existing structures or land for a use different from its original intent.

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Are Green Building Rating Systems Really Sustainable?

Natural Building

The following are her thoughts about green buildings and the rating systems that score them. Despite greater efficiencies and more greenery, buildings increasingly consume energy and resources, forget the poor, and cannibalize the natural life-support system. It is no longer enough to “do no harm”. .

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The Start of Celebration: the 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement

Civil + Structural Engineer

The season of celebration and joyous reunion will soon be upon us, and Civil+Structural Engineer Magazine is proud to kickstart the season of celebration by announcing our 2023 Yearbook of Engineering Achievement. An ode to the region, the terminal is an architectural depiction of everything that attracts tourists to Central Florida.

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Las Vegas Contractor Licensing vs Nevada: Key Differences and Requirements

Contractors Liability Blog

Building Contractor License Fits contractors who work on building-specific projects, like remodels, renovations, and new builds. Class B (General Building Contractor): They’re in charge of putting up homes and commercial structures. Required from Clark County Department of Building & Fire Prevention.

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Eco-Friendly Building Ideas: Innovative Designs for Sustainable Living

UK Construction Blog

The post Eco-Friendly Building Ideas: Innovative Designs for Sustainable Living appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Eco-friendly building ideas are pivotal for this shift, focusing on reducing carbon footprints and improving energy efficiency in homes and commercial structures.

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Rain check: How green roofs manage stormwater runoff

Construction Specifier

The Districts Stormwater Management Regulations stipulates construction sites achieve retention of the rainfall from a 1.2-inch The first step for installing the green roof was to map out the specific areas on each roof section that would eventually house the growth media. The redevelopment site The Parks at Walter Reed is a 26.71-ha

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Water Infrastructure in Planned Communities

CCR Magazine

Innovations in commercial construction pave the way for sustainable urban development More and more, the construction industry of Texas has been recognizing the benefits of reducing the environmental impact of buildings and construction activities. One goal of sustainable urban design is to help structures better withstand the weather.