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Debunking 6 Myths About the Market Feasibility of Office-to-Residential Conversion

Pro Builder

In presenting the findings from market feasibility work focused on the reuse of office buildings for residential, RCLCO debunks six myths, from: You can’t partially convert an office building. particularly in the nation's downtowns. particularly in the nation's downtowns. What's to be done with that underutilized office space?

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Mass timber: From 'What the heck is that?' to 'Wow!'

BD+C

Big timber is sprouting up in cities in North America and abroad. After years of feasibility studies and design proposals, buildings six stories or taller constructed primarily from pre-engineered wood products are being considered in cities around the world.

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Passive House is “In” in 2017

Green Building Law Update

The number and size of Passive House projects in North America has rapidly grown in the last year. There are currently over 1600 professionals and trades trained in Passive House design and construction in North America, including non lawyer professionals associated with this firm.

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Could Every U.S. Home Be Retrofitted to Zero-Energy?

Pro Builder

The average American home still runs on fossil fuels, but one report has found a feasible plan to transform each home into a zero-energy one. The report comes from Rewiring America, an organization dedicated to creating climate change policies. Fri, 11/20/2020 - 09:07. Upfront cash has to come from the government.

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Engineers in America create vibrating band to stop you touching your face amid the coronavirus pandemic

Construction Test

‘Hand-washing is the most important thing, but it is not always feasible when you are out. The post Engineers in America create vibrating band to stop you touching your face amid the coronavirus pandemic appeared first on Construction Test Daily. ‘I am a terrible one for touching my face,’ he says.

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Top questions to ask when designing a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

This is a huge indicator of the feasibility of a green roof. Hardiness zones also determine feasibility of different plant species. . North America customer service: 1-877-4AD-MIX (1-877-423-6491). What is the load bearing capacity? Maturity time. He shared some key considerations to keep in mind when designing a green roof.

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Living in a Materials World

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Relying on manual processes in today’s modern construction era is no longer going to be a feasible option. Construction materials management software has helped ease materials burdens, and with advances like the cloud, it’s getting even easier for contractors to take control of their materials processes.

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