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Why are green buildings important?

Lets Build

The increasing focus on green buildings is one of many areas where society is moving in the right direction, making whole-life sustainable buildings the only environmentally justifiable option for future construction projects. Today’s green buildings still use concrete but in a more considered and sparing format.

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Tensile architecture: Where substance meets style

Construction Specifier

This structural design approach uses tension forces to create stable and visually striking structures. Tensile structures often create unique spatial experiences, whether in public spaces, commercial buildings, or recreational areas. Another important consideration is identifying opportunities to integrate sustainable features.

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Style meets substance in the design and materiality of tensile architecture

Construction Specifier

This structural design approach uses tension forces to create stable and visually striking structures. Tensile structures often create unique spatial experiences, whether in public spaces, commercial buildings, or recreational areas. Another important consideration is identifying opportunities to integrate sustainable features.

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13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023

BD+C

13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/20/2023 - 08:21 Sustainability Biophilic design, microgrids, and decarbonization—these are three of the trends, technologies, and strategies IMEG’s market and service leaders believe are poised to have a growing impact on the built environment.

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Some newest technology to make construction process smarter

Construction Cost Estimating

As for instance, ordinary concrete is employed for different types of building applications ranging from foundations to flat surfaces. But, cracking may frequently occur for this type of concrete. The problem can be resolved with a new self-healing concrete that employs bacteria to seal cracks devoid of any interference in the works.

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Top questions to ask when designing a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

Before writing the spec, have a dialogue with a green roof consultant or manufacturer to get concrete information about installation and maintenance costs. Commercial buildings. “Virtually every green roof project has its own complexities, because every roof condition is different,” Smith explained. Engage experts early on.

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Green construction tips to make your facility environmentally friendly

The Korte Company

While juggling sustainability and profitability at the same time is a challenge, construction companies can help owners achieve both by implementing green construction principles. What characteristics of the property and its environment can be leveraged to make the building more sustainable? Sustainable return on investment.

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