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Austin creates innovative plan to boost affordable housing

BD+C

City leaders in Austin, Texas are backing an innovative policy to increase the amount of affordable housing. The plan relaxes zoning restrictions and provides incentives for higher density construction in affordable and mixed-income developments.

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Advancing our time-honored traditions through technological innovation

The Korte Company

Ralph has found his footing in the construction world by keeping a keen eye on the future. 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. And that bold, innovative spirit? Fast forward to 1976. The secret?

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CMAA New England Recognizes BETA Technologies Project

PC Construction

Yesterday, PC Construction was recognized by the Construction Management Association of America’s New England Chapter with a Project Achievement Award for the BETA Technologies S40 Aircraft Assembly Facility. In addition, the project required creative problem-solving to maximize efficiency during construction.

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“Innovation is purposeful”: How Skanska’s Sr. Precon Technologist Drives Change

Autodesk Construction Cloud

Innovation within a company is driven by many things. No matter what spurs innovation on, what is clear is that it takes effort; innovation happens with the hard work of many people like Edwin Bailey, Sr. On September 27-28, Edwin will join like-minded peers and innovators at Autodesk University 2022 in New Orleans.

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State of the Construction Industry: June Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

Even if you’re busy, it’s wise to stay in the loop about the latest construction industry news so you know what to expect as this busy season continues. We’ve got you covered with this month’s roundup of stories related to construction technology, labor, seasonal safety issues, innovative new projects and more.

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Best Project, Retail/Mixed-Use Development: Business Innovation Park

ENR Construction

Set on the waterfront in the heart of Ras Bufontas Free Zone in Doha, Qatar, the trade hub’s Business Innovation Park has a flexible design that suits local startups and large international corporations.

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Continuous insulation: Construction’s new frontier

Construction Specifier

represents a fundamental shift in the way building insulation and energy efficiency efforts are approached in construction. continues to evolve as knowledge of building science and the environmental impact of construction practices grow. climate zones, the IECC has mandated c.i. The use of c.i. Since its introduction, c.i.’s

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