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Business Success: Easy as 1, 2, 3?

Pro Builder

Many economists predict a GDP slowdown lasting years, not months, and that, at some point, it will put pressure on housing, as higher unemployment levels mean fewer dollars for housing, especially at the base levels of the economy. Again, the leader’s job is continual vigilance in support of these essential organizational elements.

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Building With a Purpose: Exploring Construction Careers That Make a Difference

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California is dealing with a housing crisis, so architects have stepped up to the plate to address the situation. The Kanner family has worked in Southern California for nearly 80 years and recently designed an affordable housing project. The building also has highly insulated walls to mitigate traffic sounds from the nearby roads.

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COVER STORY: 2013 Business Facilities Rankings Report – Metro And Global Rankings

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Inspired by New Urbanism design principles, the complex will include an office building that will house the new IBM Services Center, as well as a separate, 11-story residential building with 95 river-view apartments and nine separate town homes. Total investment for the combined development is estimated to be $55 million.

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