Civil + Structural Engineer

JULY 4, 2023

This project ranks among the largest Thornton Tomasetti has designed for a tied back soldier pile and lagging system and is the most complex with regards to numbers and complexity of tieback installation. “We Its 65 ft (20 m) deep perimeter foundation wall system presented many challenges. vice president, Thornton Tomasetti.

Foundation Systems 130

Foundation Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems Historic Preservation 130

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 28, 2024

s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail commuter station. Eventually, California’s HSR system will link more than 800 miles of rail, by way of up to 24 stations.

Historic Preservation 100

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

Originally a historic orange packing house, the building has been ingeniously transformed by Lorcan O’Herlihy Architects (LOHA) while preserving its external character. Chapman University’s acquisition of the building showcases their commitment to preserving local history.

Historic Preservation 105

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

JUNE 27, 2023

The work of these architects and building professionals shows why copper’s adaptability sets the highest standard for sustainable roofs, cornices, cladding, wall systems, and decorative ornamentation.” Copper fulfills an amazing variety of practical and aesthetic functions. with metal work by Exterior Sheet Metal, Inc.

Architecture 130

Architecture Roofing Systems Historic Preservation Wall Systems 130

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This additional oversight helps maintain the visual appeal of neighbourhoods, preserve historical significance, and manage the concentration of certain property types like Houses in Multiple Occupation (HMOs).

Building Permits 52

Building Permits Historic Preservation Land Use Regulations Permits 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

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. These include columns, joists, purlins, load-bearing walls, floor slabs, and foundations.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

They applied PREPRUFE ® 300R waterproofing membrane below the slab to prevent water migration around the substructure and BITUTHENE ® 8000 HC waterproofing membrane to protect the substructure walls from the harsh ground environment. We insisted on using the PREPRUFE ® SCS system,” Parks recalls. “If Waterproofing.

Waterproofing Systems 105

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 105

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

This ranges from creating open-plan living areas by removing walls to converting underutilised spaces like lofts into functional rooms. Preservation of Character : Renovation allows you to maintain the historical significance and unique charm of your property.

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Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

UK Construction Blog

OCTOBER 18, 2023

The post Breathing New Life into Historic Buildings: The Art and Science of Restoration appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Historical renovation projects require a delicate balance of preservation and adaptation. Extensive Research Guides the Project A successful historic renovation starts with in-depth research.

Historic Preservation 64

Historic Preservation Fire Protection Systems Structural Systems HVAC Systems 64

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. Preserving modern history. Thin, shallow, reverse mullion profiles made the curtain wall appear as one continuous surface.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Historic Preservation Wall Systems Quality Assurance 98

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

A low-slung front façade includes a “concealed” garage and uses a combination of handmade bricks and traditional Japanese shou sugi ban siding, both of which also appear on select interior walls. The stair sits between a handmade brick wall and a wall of shou sugi ban siding like those on the exterior.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Wall Systems 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. s Court Square neighborhood and setting the stage for the city’s long-term economic growth.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Ceiling Systems Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems 52

cnstrctr

DECEMBER 10, 2019

A heritage building is any structure of sufficient age that it retains some historical value within the city. A heritage building doesn’t need to be 100 years old, but it should have some form of historical value. Buildings as recent as the 70s, 80s and 90s can have historical value and can be considered heritage.

Historic Preservation 88

Historic Preservation Building Permits Project Management Consulting Building Design 88

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 1, 2023

It features elements that maximize the safety, security, and efficiency of the travel process including 100 percent automated screening lanes, 100 percent facial recognition “e-gates” for international departure, an innovative landside terminal design, and 100 percent trackable RFID Independent Carrier System.

Engineering 130

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CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 1, 2024

The lighthouse was placed on the national register of historic places in 1982. The anchors were tied to the inner and outer walls of the lighthouse. CINTEC AMERICA provided the anchor system to support the staircase. The lighthouse was opened in 1876 and decommissioned in 1962. The structure is 49M/161 FT tall.

Staircases 52

Staircases Historic Preservation Masonry Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

SEPTEMBER 4, 2024

The lighthouse was placed on the national register of historic places in 1982. The anchors were tied to the inner and outer walls of the lighthouse. CINTEC AMERICA provided the anchor system to support the staircase. The lighthouse was opened in 1876 and decommissioned in 1962. The structure is 49M/161 FT tall.

Staircases 52

Staircases Historic Preservation Structural Systems Masonry 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Employed as a cost-effective alternative to building stone for architectural ornaments or wall claddings, the material is fabricated with various mixes to resemble different natural stone types. Embedded metals that are corroded should be exposed, cleaned, and coated with a rust-inhibitive coating system, or removed and replaced if necessary.

Steel Fabrication 98

Steel Fabrication Masonry Building Performance Measurement Historic Preservation 98

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 25, 2024

Key Takeaways Soft strip demolition is a careful process of removing non-structural elements from buildings, prepping for renovation or demolition while preserving structural integrity and allowing potential reuse of materials. The soft stripping does not stop at visible fixtures.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Historic Preservation Safety Regulations Building Performance Measurement 64

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Historically, humans have used variations of liquid membranes to waterproof their structures since hunters and gatherers used large leaves and tree sap to protect their excess grain from moisture. Ancient Egyptians perfected bitumen emulsion to seal and protect walls from the Nile River.

Waterproofing Systems 98

Waterproofing Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems Building Materials 98

BDC Network

JULY 6, 2023

The responsibility of adapting historic university buildings 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/06/2023 - 10:44 Adaptive Reuse Shepley Bulfinch's David Whitehill, AIA, believes the adaptive reuse of historic university buildings is not a matter of sentimentality but of practicality, progress, and preservation.

Historic Preservation 52

Historic Preservation Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Green Building 52

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 5, 2023

The building is constructed with a steel structural frame, with bar joists for support of floor and roof slabs bearing on beams at the exterior wall. At the exterior walls, masonry infill is present between steel members. The building is clad with a brick and limestone veneer. The lintel plate supported the masonry veneer.

Masonry 64

Masonry Wall Systems Structural Systems Historic Preservation 64

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 27, 2023

Every project should answer this question: can the facade be saved or has the brick’s deterioration critically compromised the wall’s stability? Existing brick masonry is often treated as a maintenance item and not much thought is given to whole system performance. This metamorphosis divides brick walls into three broad categories.

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Historic Preservation Structural Systems 52

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 28, 2018

They applied PREPRUFE ® 300R waterproofing membrane below the slab to prevent water migration around the substructure and BITUTHENE ® 8000 HC waterproofing membrane to protect the substructure walls from the harsh ground environment. We insisted on using the PREPRUFE ® SCS system,” Parks recalls. “If Related articles.

Waterproofing Systems 68

Waterproofing Systems Structural Systems Foundation Systems Wall Systems 68

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. These elements collectively form a high-performance exterior wall assembly.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Renewable Energy Systems Fire Protection Systems 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Water traces below an intermediate horizontal curtain wall framing member indicates past glazing leakage. Water leakage through the facade primarily occurred at horizontal bands of curtain walls, which consisted of two-sided structural silicone glazed (SSG) aluminum framed assemblies with insulating glazing units (IGUs).

Wall Systems 52

Wall Systems Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Zoning 52

Commercial Construction Blog

SEPTEMBER 25, 2017

Plus, they usually have some combination of historic or architectural significance, beautiful vintage materials and fine craftsmanship – the kind of stuff us industry fanatics just can’t get enough of. Another example is a renovation project Englewood completed involving the lobby restrooms at Chicago’s historic Drake Hotel.

Building Permits 89

Building Permits Property Management Historic Preservation Material Handling 89

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The City of Brunswick and Brunswick Main Street are thrilled to announce the winners of this year’s Brunswick Building Blocks Grant funding, the City’s latest proactive effort to promote small business entrepreneurship and kickstart economic revitalization in this historic railroad town. Brunswick, MD $50,000 New HVAC system.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Historic Preservation HVAC Systems Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 13, 2024

Green Building Practices Sustainability continues to be at the forefront of commercial construction , with an increased focus on eco-friendly building materials, energy-efficient systems, and sustainable designs. Improved air quality is achieved through advanced HVAC systems and the use of non-toxic materials.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency Building Automation 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 9, 2024

The site is situated on the outskirts of South Mountain Park Preserve, allowing for sweeping views of the diverse desert landscape and surrounding mountain vistas, while maintaining easy access to Arizona State University (ASU) and Phoenix’s Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX).

Architecture 59

Architecture Masonry Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 59

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 13, 2024

Acting as a drainage system, gutters channel water away from your roof, siding, and foundation, preventing costly damage. A well-maintained gutter system is essential for the longevity of your roof and the overall health of your property. Half-Round Gutters Features: U-shaped design, common in historic or traditional homes.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Roofing Systems Foundation Systems Structural Systems 52

Specification Product Update

SEPTEMBER 16, 2024

As part of the project to preserve this Grade One listed building for future generations, a fire resistant solution was required for an ornate window in the newly created Bright Hall, a new community space. The SYSTEMGLAS Ligna timber-framed fire resistant glazing system provided the ideal solution.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Stonework Historic Preservation 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 21, 2024

Along with steel, the British government obtained 7,000-square-metre (75,000-square-foot) cladding for the E-7 maintenance and mission systems training buildings. McLaughlin & Harvey reported that the 100-million-pound ($124 million) mission systems training facility is being built next to Lossiemouth’s P-8A Poseidon hangar.

Fire Protection System Installation 64

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Cost Control Government Works 64

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 30, 2023

A mixed-use office development in Charlottesville, Virginia, seamlessly integrates into a prominent site within the city’s historic Downtown Mall district. As one approaches the site, CODE is only visible as a three-story structure of a similar width to the neighboring historic, party wall buildings.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Roofing Systems Building Codes Energy Efficiency 52

Construction Specifier

AUGUST 3, 2023

In the steep-sloped (greater than 3:12 slope) roof systems commonly used on single-family houses, convection and wind-driven ventilation of the attic can make this an effective approach. Depending upon the detailing, partition walls may also create gaps in the ceiling construction. air gap at the top of the space is permitted.

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Flooring Systems Building Codes 52

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 17, 2024

But among all the exciting changes, remember to give your heating and cooling system some love too. Because a well-maintained HVAC system means comfy temperatures for everyone, lower energy bills, and fewer repair headaches down the line. Start by taking stock of your current system. Plus, it can even help keep the air cleaner!

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation HVAC Systems Maintenance Energy Efficiency 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

Historical Significance of Oak Oak has a venerable history in the UK, serving as a traditional building material for centuries. Incorporating Traditional Joints and Aesthetics The use of traditional joints in oak frame porches is not merely a nod to historic craftsmanship but also a choice that ensures longevity and strength.

Roofing Systems 64

Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Quality Assurance 64