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JANUARY 19, 2024

By Charles Carrender In architectural design, the most successful projects are those that prioritize and optimize the occupant experience. How people engage and interact with a space is a direct result of how well the space is designed to perform in relation to its intended use. Photos courtesy AVL Systems Inc.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 15, 2011

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 12, 2021

Photos courtesy American Institute of Concrete. The American Concrete Institute (ACI) published ACI 301-20, Specifications for Concrete Construction , in October 2020. This standard specification establishes criteria for concrete construction that can be incorporated by reference into contract documents.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 20, 2011

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 3, 2023

One of Scotland’s leading independent schools has got the planning go-ahead for a pioneering domed education building that will lead in the development of low embodied carbon construction. Robertson Construction will build the Futures Institute at Dollar Academy (FIDA) in central Scotland.

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Construction Specifier

JULY 30, 2021

While concrete has been around in some form for thousands of years, the newest iteration, ultra-high-performance concrete (UHPC) is creating a stir. UHPC has been used to build bridges and architectural façades around the world. UHPC was introduced as ‘reactive powder concrete’ in the early 1990s. Monica Schultes.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

Acoustic design is a primary consideration, whether the church space is a worship center, a sanctuary, a chapel, a Sunday school classroom, a fellowship hall, or a family life center. Churches are constructed from a diverse mix of materials. Complexity of the church acoustical model . Fundamentally, a church is a place of sound.

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BD+C

JANUARY 2, 2024

5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities Here are five reasons why it has become increasingly evident that mass timber is ready to shape the future of laboratory spaces. Here are five reasons why. Here are five reasons why.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

High Rise Concrete Construction: Trends to Watch. Here are three trends to keep an eye on if you’re designing or planning a new high rise building. Steel/concrete core wall system. This system uses two steel plates that are connected by steel spacing ties, with the cavity then filled with high strength concrete.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

High Rise Concrete Construction: Trends to Watch. Here are three trends to keep an eye on if you’re designing or planning a new high rise building. Steel/concrete core wall system. This system uses two steel plates that are connected by steel spacing ties, with the cavity then filled with high strength concrete.

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CivilJungle

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Introduction of Gothic Architecture. Since the day the human left caves and started living in houses, the birth of architecture occurred. Examples of some of these architectural styles include classic architectural style, Romanesque Architecture, Baroque Architecture, Brutalist Architecture, Neo-classical Architecture, and many more.

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

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The Constructor

MARCH 20, 2012

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The Constructor

JANUARY 1, 2012

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GCP Applied Technologies

OCTOBER 4, 2018

Concrete construction innovations. Control flow concrete construction. Tilt up construction. Top down construction. Precast construction. High rise construction. Bridge construction. While both types of concrete have their advantages, they do have drawbacks for certain applications.

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Lets Build

JULY 1, 2022

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re efficient.

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The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

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The Constructor

MARCH 21, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 8, 2011

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Construction Cost Estimating

DECEMBER 20, 2018

While designing the reinforced concrete members, it is necessary to check the steel reinforcement in jobsite prior to arrange concrete. Besides, ensure the concrete foundations, beams, columns, etc. are constructed as per design norms. The beam stirrups are extensively utilized in residential construction.

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 28, 2011

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ENR Construction

MAY 22, 2023

The eye-catching architecture of the Parker Water & Sanitation building is punctuated by glass fiber reinforced concrete panels.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 7, 2012

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 25, 2011

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo is one of the oldest and traditional construction material used in different construction activities. The bamboos strength it is more as compared to other construction material. Bamboo as a building material has greater compressive strength and it is lightweight so that it is widely used as a construction material.

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The Constructor

AUGUST 10, 2012

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CivilJungle

JANUARY 3, 2021

What Is Concrete Resurfacing? Concrete resurfacing is the process to provide a brand new look to damaged concrete. In the process of resurfacing of concrete, a concrete coating is applied on the surface of existing concrete. Types of concrete resurfacing-. Concrete Crack Repair. Floor top STG.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 21, 2018

Control flow concrete increases productivity for precasters. The global precast construction market is projected to reach $185 billion by 2022, spurred by increased construction spending and increased urbanization. Precast concrete is often used to create structural systems (columns, beams, floors, girders, etc.),

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The Constructor

NOVEMBER 22, 2011

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CivilJungle

APRIL 26, 2020

What Is Concrete? Concrete is the final product resulting from mixing cement , aggregates (including sand), water, and mixtures. The first use of concrete was by the Roman Empire. The Pantheon is the largest unreinforced concrete dome in the world, built-in 120 A.D. Different Types of Concrete. Dry lean Concrete.

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The Constructor

MARCH 25, 2012

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CivilJungle

APRIL 29, 2022

Best Universities for Masters in Architecture in the USA. Why Study Masters in Architecture in the USA? 5-year B Arch and the M Arch are the superior two examinations specified by the USA’s National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) for giving an architect license. Harvard University. Cornell University.

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The Constructor

MARCH 23, 2012

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Construction Specifier

JULY 27, 2023

Facility managers and specifiers tasked with building and renovating office buildings, schools, and healthcare facilities prioritize health and flexible design while noting How outdoor spaces increase concentration, productivity, healing, and overall occupant wellbeing and satisfaction.

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