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High-performance coating systems

Construction Specifier

Preserving modern history. In 2015, the Hawthorne Federal Building was officially listed in the National Register of Historic Places, and soon thereafter, the federal government’s General Services Administration (GSA) decided to sell it. The building’s historical status meant less aggressive removal processes needed to be applied.

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Time for Transformative Thinking in Western Water 

Civil + Structural Engineer

While large water projects were designed based on hydrologic conditions that reflected historical variability known at the time, the frequency and intensity of the extremes has increased, and the trend is projected to continue. Most large water supply projects in the Western U.S.

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Architectural Team Promotes New Principal & Key Designers

CCR Magazine

One of the country’s leading planners and designers of sustainable multifamily, mixed-use, hospitality, and senior and assisted living communities, TAT is also recognized for its national award-winning expertise in the areas of historic preservation, rehabilitation, and adaptive reuse. Binette, AIA, NCARB. ” Venket R.

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Fenestration and glazing: Seismic performance specification considerations

Construction Specifier

Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety. Effectively using this data and the historical effects of earthquakes allows for a research-driven approach to mitigate future damage and build resilient structures. billion annually.

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Oak Frame Porch Design: Enhancing Your Home’s Entrance

UK Construction Blog

The natural qualities of oak ensure that each porch is unique, with the wood’s grain and character adding to the beauty of the construction. Durability and natural beauty are inherent in oak, making it a quality choice for porch construction. Bespoke designs enable personalisation to align with individual tastes and house styles.

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The Path Toward a Productive Construction Sector

Building Information Management

More than any other element or factor, it is the construction delivery method that sets the tone, establishes the responsibilities, assures proper definition of scope, defines risk/reward, and ultimately directly impacts the success or failure of a renovation, repair, maintenance, or major new construction project. Conclusion.

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Importance of Tree Care in Ballarat Explained

CCR Magazine

This will give you a good idea of the pricing and quality of work to expect as well as compare service, professionalism and knowledge between each firm. By engaging a professional tree service provider you can be assured of proper and safe completion of the task at hand, saving both time and money along the way due to their expertise.