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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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Commercial Construction Strategies: Brand vs. Performance Specs

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It looks like there may be light at the end of the commercial construction tunnel. Performance specification gives a trusted contractor and suppliers more flexibility to innovate without sacrificing quality, performance, or brand standards. It is certainly well worth the discussion. Let’s talk.

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

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After nearly 10 years of publishing Hard Hat Chat (more to come on our blog’s 10 th anniversary later this year), we know there’s never a shortage of fresh topics and trends to discuss in the commercial construction industry. Here they are: the commercial construction headlines that just won’t die – and why: Labor Shortage Lingers On.

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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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5 innovative construction projects from around the world

Construction Dive

Innovative projects, such as an underwater restaurant and a stadium that can be dismantled, push the envelope on commercial building.

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Trending: The Rise of Prefab and Modular Commercial Construction Techniques

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Something we’re hearing a lot about in our industry right now is the growing trend and popularity of prefab and modular commercial construction solutions. Scheduling: Anything that can be pre-built and brought to the job site is always going to help the overall commercial construction schedule.

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Carbon emission legislation prompts commercial real estate to innovate

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and other areas, the commercial real estate industry has implemented innovations to boost sustainability. In response to legislation in New York City, California, Washington, D.C., Among the trends embraced by the industry are mass timber, augmented reality, and modular construction.