BD+C

JUNE 3, 2024

Escalation: Predicting project costs in a volatile market 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/03/2024 - 12:26 Construction Costs Thad Berkes, Chief Cost Estimator, Design Collaborative, shares that one of the major hurdles that Design Collaborative attempts to forecast for its commercial construction projects is escalation.

Forecasting 52

Forecasting Estimating Commercial Materials 52

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

It will help site supervisors monitor and track energy usage, reducing the usual total energy used in commercial construction. Since natural light is much softer than artificial lighting, natural lighting also helps with better-quality materials being used on construction sites.

Construction 272

Construction Site Materials Equipment 272

HardHatChat

DECEMBER 17, 2010

I’ll say it again, 2010 was a rebuilding year for the commercial construction industry. So I’ve created a commercial construction checklist for what we considered the highs and lows of 2010 commercial construction trends. There are still far too many distressed commercial properties on the market.

Commercial 196

Commercial Retail Construction Chicago 196

HardHatChat

JANUARY 17, 2017

A big part of going from a vendor to a partner is providing insightful counsel and realistic expectations at all stages of a commercial construction project – even if it isn’t necessarily what the client wants to hear. Streamline our processes.

Commercial 156

Commercial Contractors Bidding Spirit 156

HardHatChat

APRIL 12, 2016

The other day I was talking with a Chicago-area client who didn’t realize Englewood is a national general contractor that manages national commercial construction projects across the country. We’ve posted before about how technology is changing commercial construction , and never is that more true than when running projects nationally.

Commercial 120

Commercial Contractors Management New York City 120

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 6, 2022

With a potential lifespan of 80 years or more, architectural zinc roofing delivers longevity, sustainability, and resiliency to meet or exceed specified requirements on commercial, municipal, residential, educational, health care, and other thoughtfully designed projects. Elemental, natural, and sustainable.

Architecture 52

Architecture Design Fabrication Materials 52

BD+C

JANUARY 18, 2024

Walter P Moore promotes former 40 Under 40 winner Kelly Roberts 0 qpurcell Thu, 01/18/2024 - 09:30 Engineers In addition to her role as a Principal, Roberts is a distinguished leader in structural design with an extensive portfolio encompassing diverse projects such as educational and healthcare facilities to commercial and healthcare structures.

Atlanta 52

Atlanta Structural Engineering Life Cycle Sustainability 52

BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

As an expert in low-carbon solutions for construction operations and material selection, Burke can help curate a list of carbon-optimized options for Suffolk clients on their projects. Steven Burke, Senior Director of Sustainability at Suffolk.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Life Cycle Commissioning Construction 105

BD+C

AUGUST 17, 2017

A name that’s difficult to say but hard to forget, at least among those within the build world who have worked on projects using the versatile material. It’s much easier to just go with the more mnemonic acronym “ETFE”.

Design 84

Design Education Transportation Commercial 84

Natural Building

AUGUST 8, 2022

After getting his architecture degree, Bhaskar spent the first 10 years handling commercial projects but found that it was not his calling. His love for India’s diverse architecture had taken him on a journey across the country, experiencing and documenting different materials, styles and skills that made these dwelling spaces unique.

Architecture 52

Architecture Materials Concrete Housing 52

BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

While the need to safeguard children and faculty has put schools and learning centers in the spotlight when it comes to building codes, the benefits of standardization extend beyond educational environments. Establishing code-driven standards has the potential to help other occupancy types become safer and more secure.

Design 92

Design Security Safety Guidelines 92

BD+C

OCTOBER 7, 2013

Awards were given in the following categories: Commercial/Industrial, Education – Primary and Secondary Schools, Education – Colleges and Universities, Municipal, Institutional, Roofing, Residential, and Overall Excellence. MCA also honored two projects with an Honorable Mention Award. Body Image: read more.

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Education Retail Residential Employment 83

Pro Builder

MARCH 20, 2023

The new Women in Residential + Commercial Construction Conference (WIR+CC) will take place in Nashville, Tenn., Build your own experience and get the best of both worlds through specified tracks for residential and commercial teachings, and gain the opportunity to learn from women in every section of the industry during group sessions.

Remodeling 52

Remodeling Nashville Conference Residential 52

BD+C

APRIL 20, 2023

Industrialized construction High-volume off-site construction, prefabrication, and on-site construction automation will continue to advance in response to ongoing labor and material challenges. Under the right circumstances, the revolutionary building method can reduce commercial high-rise construction time by one-fourth or more.

Education 98

Education Environment Green Organization 98

Pro Builder

JANUARY 7, 2021

SGC Horizon is a leading diversified media, content, marketing, data, and events company serving the residential and commercial design and construction markets. The affordability crisis , building material costs , and excessive regulatory policies are just a few of the concerns our advocacy teams are working on to benefit our members. .

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NAHB Education News Housing 98

Stok

NOVEMBER 2, 2012

Mazzola Training Center received the Commercial Interiors Contractors Association (CICA) Award for an Adaptive Reuse building project (more project photos here). An educational and training facility for the Local 38 Plumbers and Pipefitters’ Union in [.].

Commercial 58

Commercial Contractors Union Education 58

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 2, 2020

Mid-range water reducers – These admixtures provide superior placeability and finishing for concrete flatwork, in commercial and high-end residential construciton. CLSM – This additive produces engineered Controlled Low Strength Material (CLSM) that is highly flowable, volume stable and excavatable in the future. Arts & education.

Concrete 133

Concrete Portland Products Materials 133

Construction Specifier

MARCH 30, 2022

With an eye on amenities catering to comfort, novelty, and visual appeal, modern commercial designers helped inspire a new generation of workers to be their most productive selves. 1 FERPA applies to those in learning environments, and safeguards students’ educational records.

Commercial 52

Commercial Office Guidelines Education 52

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

While specifications for large commercial projects often limit how much water can be added to the concrete mix, there are often no slump limits or controls over the amount of water added for small commercial and residential projects. Arts & education. Commercial buildings. Concrete materials management. Consultant.

Concrete 78

Concrete Design Seattle Commercial 78

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

While specifications for large commercial projects often limit how much water can be added to the concrete mix, there are often no slump limits or controls over the amount of water added for small commercial and residential projects. Arts & education. Commercial buildings. Concrete materials management. Consultant.

Concrete 78

Concrete Design Seattle Commercial 78

Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2023

Photo courtesy Navarti Ceramica From subtle shading and colorways used by designers in both residential and commercial settings, to creative uses of naturally forming striations that give added depth to walkways and flooring, large-format ceramic tiles are statement-making and create elegant and enduring aesthetics.

Visualization 98

Visualization Conference Green Forecasting 98

Viewpoint Construction Technology

SEPTEMBER 18, 2018

The World Resources Institute reports that 38 percent of commercial office space was certified by LEED or Energy Star in 2017 , which is a big number, and even more notable in light of the fact that in 2005 that number was only five percent. Educate yourself and your crews about green building features.

Green 186

Green Certification Construction Viewpoint 186

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Despite its prevalence, plastic concrete remains highly unpredictable, with seemingly innumerable factors impacting its performance: climate, geography of source materials, water, admixture, aggregate/sand quality, to name a few. Arts & education. Commercial buildings. Concrete materials management. Underground Solutions.

Concrete 78

Concrete Management Infrastructure Airports 78

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Despite its prevalence, plastic concrete remains highly unpredictable, with seemingly innumerable factors impacting its performance: climate, geography of source materials, water, admixture, aggregate/sand quality, to name a few. Arts & education. Commercial buildings. Concrete materials management. Underground Solutions.

Concrete 78

Concrete Management Infrastructure Airports 78

Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 24, 2017

Implemented by… Federal Government (most experienced and successful), Education, Healthcare, County/State/Local Government (in early learning curve phase). Minimum and Maximum Dollar Values (Per Contract, Per Job/Task Order). Numerous Individual Projects Issued As Job/Task Orders Under the Base Contract. Shorter Project Delivery Times.

Budgeting 100

Budgeting Budget Renovating Overhead 100

NH Construction Law

MARCH 28, 2024

” The notices triggering this accounting requirement can be given to the owner before the first labor or materials get furnished ( RSA 447:5 and RSA 447:7 ) or after ( RSA 447:6 ) – but in either event, written monthly updates of the amount owed are required. Bostwick , 69 N.H.

Lien 40

Lien Accounting Claims New Hampshire 40

GCP Applied Technologies

MAY 11, 2018

Flooring material should reflect and support the store’s brand identity. For example, if you’re choosing flooring for a natural food store, you may want to consider flooring that has the appearance of a natural material. Selecting a material specifically designed for high-traffic applications is essential. Keep it “on brand”.

Retail 60

Retail Environment Materials Concrete 60

Natural Building

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

A representative from an architectural firm that uses the software explained how they go about their designing, which is mostly for commercial projects. At a certain point, I posted a question, asking if they considered the embodied energy of the materials used in their calculations for net energy use.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Design Sketchup Iowa 52

Natural Building

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

New Frameworks , a construction company in Vermont, specializes in natural and local materials. Using a plant-based material such as straw in construction can be environmentally beneficial because it stores carbon from the atmosphere. And how do you do that using materials that are low-carbon and nontoxic?'”

Materials 98

Materials Vermont Equity Chicago 98

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. That means free of any dust, solvent, paint, wax, oil, grease, residual adhesive, or other materials that might prevent a strong bond. Arts & education. Infrastructure.

Concrete 97

Concrete Materials Roads Guidelines 97

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Attending construction events and trade shows is a great way to grow your business, expand your network, and learn about new methods, materials, and processes. You’ll also want to attend the educational forums, where industry leaders speak about every concrete topic under the sun.

Construction 78

Construction Concrete BIM Industrial 78

Lets Build

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Attending construction events and trade shows is a great way to grow your business, expand your network, and learn about new methods, materials, and processes. You’ll also want to attend the educational forums, where industry leaders speak about every concrete topic under the sun.

Construction 78

Construction Concrete BIM Industrial 78

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 25, 2023

Drones utilized for inspection of commercial construction sites. According to Building Design and Construction , these are just some of the realistic ways that automation in construction is starting to materialize around the world. Generally, this new workforce is tech-savvy and focused on education.

Construction 52

Construction Education Employment Commercial 52

Green Building Law Update

AUGUST 26, 2014

The last 6 commercial projects subject to the law each selected to comply with the B3 Guidelines. The State has further clarified the scope of the guidelines to focus on office and higher education classroom facilities, although the guidelines are suitable for most other building types.

Guidelines 120

Guidelines Green Minnesota Sustainability 120

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Education and awareness continue the drive toward higher performance building envelopes, which is prompting greater consideration of insulation levels, R-value , airtightness, vapor diffusion, condensation control, acoustics, and more. As a result, more thought is now invested in material selection and whole system performance.

America 52

America Sustainability Safety Banking 52

BD+C

AUGUST 14, 2023

The Lobby as Differentiator Commercial base buildings have a hard job: they must offer a distinct, quality product to tenants yet stay generic enough not to overshadow tenant brands. The downside of this approach is that very little sets them apart from other buildings to make them memorable to prospective tenants.

Office 98

Office Zoning Atlanta Renovating 98

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2018

There are many factors that go into a successful flooring installation project, from selecting an appropriate floor material to a proper installation procedure. That means free of any dust, solvent, paint, wax, oil, grease, residual adhesive, or other materials that might prevent a strong bond. Arts & education. Infrastructure.

Concrete 60

Concrete Materials Roads Guidelines 60