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The latest pediatric design solutions for our tiniest patients

BD+C

Julia Jude and Kristie Alexander Healthcare Facilities Hospital Design Trends Designers Guided by our Whole Child, Every Child philosophy , our pediatric design practice is redefining care for children across the country using evidence-based and trauma-informed design strategies to create environments that nurture children's complete wellbeing.

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Expensive Lumber is Stalling Home Repairs

Pro Builder

Such an uncomfortable and unsafe living environment for a prolonged period of time is a deterrent not just for general updates, but for critical repairs as well, which many home owners are forgoing or having to find creative workarounds to help ensure their home is safe and functional.

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Small Business Owners Grade Their States For Business Friendliness

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

In contrast, small business owners gave California, Rhode Island and Illinois an “F,” while Connecticut and New Jersey both earned a “D” grade. The Thumbtack.com Small Business Friendliness Survey ranked 82 cities and most states on what makes a positive environment for small businesses. Far West U.S.

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Yale Students Build a Regenerative Building on Horse Island

Natural Building

A crew of students from the Yale School of Architecture has assembled the wooden frame of a one-story building on Horse Island, a 17-acre property off the coast of Branford, Connecticut. They are building a teaching and coastal research center for the Yale Peabody Museum of Natural History, which owns the island.

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Breaking News: General Electric Moving HQ To Boston

Buisness Facilities Contributed Content

The move was spurred when Connecticut legislators threatened to raise corporate taxes. Shortly after, GE CEO Jeffrey Immelt made it clear he was looking for a new headquarters in an email telling employees that the company was considering relocating to a state with “a more pro-business environment.”.

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Energy Star House Plan

Green Home Design Architect

The barn style home design fits in nicely with the architectural style of the surrounding area of Old Lyme, Connecticut. Department of Energy that provides information, training, and certification of products and practices to help homeowners save money and protect the environment.

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Digital Builder Ep 59: Future-Proofing Workflows with BIM and Digital Twins

Autodesk Construction Cloud

The construction sector has made massive efforts in technology and innovation in the last few years, and we're in an excellent position to redefine the future of the built environment. Who better to discuss the intersection of modern technology and construction practices than Amr Raafat , Chief Innovation Officer, Windover Construction ?

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