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Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable

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Navigating architectural challenges—from 'unbuildable' to unbelievable 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/30/2023 - 10:12 Senior Living Design Mick Schaefer, AIA, NCARB, LEED GA, recounts the challenges Vessel Architecture & Design had to overcome while designing a state-of-the-art senior living facility. The "unbuildable" hill.

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How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business

Construction Business Owner

How BIM Helps General Contractors Win More Business. For the architecture, engineering and construction (AEC) industry, this holds especially true. Technology is making vast improvements in the way general contractors (GCs) plan and build projects, paving the way for a reimagined future. general contractors.

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How Architectural and Engineering Firms Convert Thousands of Files to PDF Quickly

Carol Hagen

As an Archtectural and Engineering firm you need to publish files that are easy for your customers, contractors and design teams to access and work with easily. If gets even more tedious if you also need to act on comments and updates, deciding to accept or reject the design changes suggested.

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3 Tips On How To Find The Perfect Commercial Construction Contractor… And Be A Great Construction Client

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Earlier this spring, I had the opportunity to talk with Restaurant Development + Design Magazine for an article on “How to Find the Perfect Construction Partner” that just published in the July/August issue. But for us, it’s a major red flag when a client is willing to take a number from anyone and everyone just to get to the lowest price.

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Prefab Steel vs. Traditional Construction: Which Is Right For You?

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Cost-Effectiveness Prefab steel is generally more cost-effective due to its streamlined manufacturing and assembly processes, particularly for standardized designs. The energy efficiency of steel buildings can be enhanced with proper insulation and design, contributing to a smaller carbon footprint.

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Commercial Construction Project Planning: 3 Warning Signs Your Budget Might Go Bust

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Budget is always a major consideration for our commercial construction clients, and as a general contractor we devote significant time to the budgeting process. The best advice I can give our clients is to hire the best architect and engineer they can early in the planning stages, and give them time to do their job well.

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Job Order Contracting – The Legal Side

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