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Despite a Worsening Water Shortage, Developers Are Mapping Out New Projects in Phoenix Desert

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Despite a Worsening Water Shortage, Developers Are Mapping Out New Projects in Phoenix Desert. Arizona's water supply is rapidly disappearing, but that's not stopping new developers from taking over the dry West Valley of Phoenix. Wed, 01/18/2023 - 11:09. Katie Hobbs said in a statement last week. .

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The next destination: Passive design airports

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The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. So, what is a passive house? How can we incorporate passive strategies in airports?

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Homes LEEDing the Way to Sustainability and Resiliency

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by Green Phoenix Development, of nearby Newton, was certified LEED Platinum, as the gut rehab was able to divert 94% of demolition and construction waste material from landfill. Green Phoenix Development reused most of the existing structure while expanding it harmoniously in a New England vernacular style. Outstanding developer.

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How the Construction Industry Is Rethinking Workforce Development

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based organization dedicated to addressing the construction worker shortage, she wondered about the root causes of the housing industry’s skilled worker shortage. million workers by 2025 to meet demand, a decent chunk of that for housing production. . Houston, and Phoenix by 2024. .

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Design Excellence: A Selection of Projects From the 2021 Best in American Living Awards

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Winning projects in NAHB’s 2021 BALA residential design awards present the pinnacle of today’s production housing design. Deryl Patterson, Housing Design Matters (BALA subcommittee and judging vice chair). Two units were sold at a $110,000 discount with 15-year affordable housing deed restrictions through the HouseCharlotte Program. —

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Breathe Easier—Healthy Homes Go Mainstream

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4 New Live/Work Housing Design Solutions. What if the majority of pollutants are being generated inside the house?”. . For builders looking for the right science-based answers, Indoor airPLUS , a voluntary certification and labeling program administered by the U.S. Wellness on a Grand Scale. Net Zero Energy: The Ultimate Z.E.N.

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Guide to Top 2023-24 Construction Conferences & Events

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Get more details SMACNA Annual Convention 2023 (Phoenix, Arizona) October 15-18, 2023 The trade show at the SMACNA (Sheet Metal, Air Conditioning National Association) Annual Convention will take place at the JW Marriott Phoenix Desert Ridge in 2023. Get updates about next year’s event to stay up-to-date and plan for your next event.