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Robotics in architecture and construction: An industry shift

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Robotics in architecture and construction is transforming the way architects approach their designs. This technology isn’t just a flash in the pan—it will soon become a fundamental part of the architectural process.

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Portland Cement Uses | How to Use Portland Cement | What Is Portland Cement Used for | How Is Portland Cement Made | Why Is It Called Portland Cement

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Portland Cement Uses. In construction, there have many more uses for Portland cement. They are – Portland cement is now widely used in construction to make concrete. Where in construction immediately hardness has required this Portland cement is used. How to Use Portland Cement. How Is Portland Cement Made.

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Drastic Rebuild Resurrects Graves' Landmark Portland Building

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The daring rebuild of the dysfunctional landmark Portland Building, designed by the late Michael Graves and considered to be the building that triggered the postmodern movement in architecture, was so successful that the building team is writing a playbook for the delivery model it used, which it calls collaborative design-build, with progressive contracting. (..)

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Owner Deems Graves's Portland Building Overhaul a Huge Success

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The daring rebuild of the dysfunctional landmark Portland Building, designed by the late Michael Graves and considered to be the building that triggered the postmodern movement in architecture, was so successful that the building team is writing a playbook for the delivery model it used, which it calls collaborative design-build, with progressive contracting. (..)

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Portland State University’s School of Architecture launches Center for Public Interest Design

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Portland State University’s School of Architecture is proud to announce the launch of its new Center for Public Interest Design, a research center that aims to investigate and utilize the power of design to make social, economic and environmental change in disadvantaged communities worldwide. read more.

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Portland Tower Proposal Pushing Building Height Discussion

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When William Kaven Architecture and Kaven + Co. proposed plans for a Portland Pearl District site that includes the tallest tower on the West Coast, it may have been nothing more than a highly publicized way to get Portland’s building height restrictions in the news.

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Charcuterie Challenge Supports Climate Change Initiatives

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Thornton Tomasetti ’s Portland, Maine office recently hosted a mid-winter social to raise awareness about climate change and its effect on the future of winter recreation. The final charcuterie masterpiece showcased distinct architectural and structural features that resemble the plan for the final facility.