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How modern building enclosures are redefining commercial design

Construction Specifier

By Mike Smalley Modern commercial design is witnessing a shift, driven by innovative building envelopes that deliver on aesthetics, functionality, and sustainability. Continue reading to learn about the challenges faced during its development, the successes achieved, and the broader implications for commercial design.

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Ranked: Seven innovative noise reduction materials for commercial spaces

Construction Specifier

By Ryan Shure Many types of buildings are considered commercial spaces. Commercial spaces are often large, bustling structures, required to withstand a high volume of human and machine traffic, more than a residential property. Managing sound transfer into and throughout a large commercial building can present a serious challenge.

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4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design

BD+C

4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:04 Airports Here are some of the key trends Skanska is seeing in the aviation sector, from congestion solutions to sustainability. More than 40,000 airports worldwide facilitate the annual global travel of billions of passengers.

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LEED Commercial Interiors can Save the Planet

Green Building Law Update

LEED Commercial Interiors projects present the best single opportunity for greening buildings. million existing commercial buildings in the United States today. million existing commercial buildings. greater than 80% exist in rented space within those existing commercial buildings. By Katie Stanford and Stuart Kaplow.

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

Construction Marketing

Prefab steel construction is transforming the building landscape with its innovative approach. Cost-Effectiveness Prefab steel is generally more cost-effective due to its streamlined manufacturing and assembly processes, particularly for standardized designs. Commercial projects, often time-sensitive, benefit from this speed.

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“The Weekly,” a live streaming program for the design and construction industry, debuts May 28

BD+C

“The Weekly,” a new live streaming program featuring expert insights, timely discussion, and industry innovations, launches Thursday, May 28, at 1:00 pm Eastern/10:00 am Pacific. Experts in the commercial design and construction sector will be interviewed by the editors of Building Design+Construction.

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Advancing our time-honored traditions through technological innovation

The Korte Company

It was a bold move that set the stage for The Korte Company’s first technological revolution. See, innovation isn’t a one-time thing for The Korte Company. We helped spearhead the development of the Design-Build Institute of America and the Design-Build method itself. And that bold, innovative spirit?