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Commercial Construction Trends: Three Headlines That Won’t Die In 2019

HardHatChat

But lately I’m reading more about high-tech construction solutions – from the usage of BIM and drones on job sites, to new software options that streamline project management, to wearable tech for construction workers. Reshaping the Retail Landscape.

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Building owners cite BIM/VDC as 'most exciting trend' in facilities management, says Mortenson report

BD+C

Mortenson Construction today released the results of a survey of more than 60 facilities professionals at the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA) 2013 Spring Seminar. Body Image: read more.

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State of the Construction Industry: April Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

But AI is already having a huge impact in other industries like transportation, manufacturing and retail, so this technology certainly isn’t going away. BIM to Aid in Eiffel Tower Makeover. BIM will help coordinate the project’s complex schedules and budgets so it’s completed in time for the 2024 Summer Olympics.

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Commercial Construction Trends: The Highs and Lows of 2016

HardHatChat

Here’s a look at our top 2016 commercial construction “highs” and “lows”: Low: Mall Retail Tenants Choose Local over National. However, over the last year, we’ve seen more retail brands award tenant build-out work to local firms rather than national construction partners. High: Big Opportunities in Big Box Retail.

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Top 10 blog posts from 2013

BD+C

They include valuable lessons from one of the first BIM-related lawsuits and sage advice from AEC legend Arthur Gensler. Here''s a recap of the most popular topics. Body Image: read more.

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New tool helps developers, contractors identify geographic risk for construction

BD+C

Developers and contractors entering new markets that are looking to mitigate their projects’ risk now have available an interactive tool that not only allows them to access real-time updates pertaining to the risk climate of municipalities across the U.S.,

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Office/Retail/Mixed-Use Development: Award of Merit: Toyota Motor North America Headquarters

ENR Construction

The HVAC and plumbing team used BIM and two prefabrication facilities to reduce onsite manpower requirements by 20%.

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