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Maximizing Efficiency and Aesthetics: The Role of Materials in Commercial Building Design

Construction Marketing

In the world of commercial building design, the choice of materials plays a crucial role in shaping both the aesthetics and efficiency of the final structure. From the exterior cladding to the interior finishes, the materials used can have a significant impact on the overall functionality, sustainability, and visual appeal of the building.

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2014 Commercial Construction Industry Trends and Predictions

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We are coming into the final stretch of 2013, a year that has been rather good for the commercial construction industry. Activity was up for retail and restaurant construction and once-stalled commercial construction projects are finding themselves back on 2014 bid sheets for the best commercial general contractors. Big is back.

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Commercial Construction Trends and Predictions for 2016

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As we close in on the finish line for 2015, we’re happy to report it’s been a terrific year at Englewood Construction and for many others in the commercial construction industry. As more developers and tenants embrace this concept as a successful model for driving traffic, we see this trend sustaining for several years to come.

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Commercial work rise sees construction return to growth

Construction Enquirer

Construction buyers reported a return to industry growth in July as a rise in commercial work saw output hit its highest level in five months. Robust increases in commercial building (index at 54.4) “Decisions about buying a new home are being delayed by many consumers. in July – up from 48.9

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Best and Worst of 2010: Commercial Construction Trends

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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. It wasn’t as bad as 2009, but not as good as 2008. Low – Green building. High – Institutional Construction.

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Top Sustainable Construction Materials to Build a Better Future 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

One of the things that often comes up when discussing the future of construction is sustainability. This is, after all, the only planet we can live in (that we know of), so promoting sustainability will serve us — and future generations. The good news? Bendable concrete is also more sustainable.

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Commercial Construction Best Practices: How Not to be the Class Dunce

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Now is a good time to study up on sustainable construction, like this wind turbine install at Sloan Valve. I, for one, try to go to as many industry seminars as I can, whether they focus on retail construction, restaurant renovations , commercial real estate market conditions, etc. I soak it up like a sponge. Chuck Taylor.