Pro Builder

JULY 8, 2020

Making the Transition to Net Zero Homes: Product Design. Designing your homes to optimize the sun and reduce mechanical energy loads is critical to achieving a net zero energy balance. That’s a given,” says Mark LaLiberte, a partner at Construction Instruction , a building sciences training and consulting firm in Denver.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

In 2017, McKinsey & Company released a 10-year analysis from 2005 to 2015 that found that construction-labor productivity in the United States hadn’t kept pace with other industries. Since then, the construction industry has grappled with a poor reputation regarding productivity. As the statistician and management consultant W.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 29, 2023

Instead, they hire product owners. What is a Product Owner? Product owners are accountable for products which could include a wide-array of things including Revit add-ins, ERP bolt-ons, operational process automations, data repository integrations, and other custom software solutions.

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BD+C

APRIL 22, 2024

Achieving Safer School Design with Secure Entry Vestibules 1 kcichowicz Mon, 04/22/2024 - 10:47 Designers can plan secure entry vestibules with security-rated glazing to enhance the effectiveness of their safer school designs. What are secure entry vestibules and how do they support safer school design?

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

DECEMBER 13, 2017

Another way to address the labor shortage is from the perspective of productivity. In addition to delays caused by weather, safety issues, design issues, material delays, and subcontractor performance, lacking enough qualified labor can also contribute to a decrease in productivity. hours searching for information every day.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Less dependence upon third party consultants. No excessive fees for JOC products and services based upon a percentage of construction volume. Mutually beneficial outcomes for owners and design-builders. Collaborative planning, procurement, and project delivery teams. Improve owner leadership and support.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Design solutions for mental health as a secondary diagnosis 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/09/2023 - 13:35 Healthcare Facilities Rachel Vedder, RA, LEED AP, Senior Architect, Design Collaborative, shares two design solutions for hospitals treating behavioral health patients. Image: Van Wert Surgery and Inpatient Center.

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Job Order Contracting

NOVEMBER 18, 2016

While a JOC consultant can be used to support initial development of a Job Order Contract and ongoing support services… under NO CIRCUMSTANCES should a JOC consultant be paid a percentage of the JOC construction volume if said JOC consultant in involved in approving or denying JOC projects.

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BD+C

JANUARY 30, 2024

The practical magic of the design process 0 qpurcell Tue, 01/30/2024 - 14:02 Designers Designers bridge very different worlds, and there can be an air of mystery about the process and the various roles within it. What story should the final product tell? We invited some of the BWBR team to clear things up.

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BD+C

JANUARY 2, 2024

5 ways mass timber will reshape the design of life sciences facilities Here are five reasons why it has become increasingly evident that mass timber is ready to shape the future of laboratory spaces. Here are five reasons why. The market-ready prototyp[es consider an urban sigte in one of Boston's leading life sciences clusters.

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BD+C

APRIL 27, 2023

Passing The Test for Safer School Design 1 kcichowicz Thu, 04/27/2023 - 09:59 Knowing testing protocols can help us understand how to better provide protection in areas that need to address multiple types of life safety threats. There are best-practice guidelines for designing safer schools, which are a great starting point.

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Cassell Construction Estimating

FEBRUARY 10, 2015

His previous work experience for a web design firm expanded his understanding of markup and programming languages which paved the way and prepared him for the programming work he does here at Cassell Consulting. Both Andy and Stacee agree that their favorite thing about working for Cassell Consulting is the workplace culture.

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Job Order Contracting

APRIL 7, 2017

JOC Consultants. Hiring JOC Consultants to basically outsource Job Order Contract Program management and providing payment to the JOC Consultant as a percentage of total construction volume is JUST PLAIN WRONG. There is little, if any reason for the JOC consultant to save money/reduce costs. Higher JOC Program Costs.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 10, 2024

Digital technology tools today have changed the face of what it means to be in construction by enabling cloud collaboration, improving workforce productivity and making sustainable practices easy to achieve. Within five years, I exclusively used Autodesk’s Revit to deliver all my architectural designs.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JUNE 10, 2022

Ben Fiedler , Staff Consultant at Benchmark Inc., And as a roof consultant, Ben knows that technological innovation and capturing meaningful data are imperative to efficiency and quick decision making in the field. We’re roof and pavement consultants. Walk us through your career and what led you to become Staff Consultant.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 11, 2021

Smarten the Design Center Experience. When a customer enters the Tuskes Home Design Studio in Bethlehem, PA., As a third generation, family-owned business, Tuskes Homes has witnessed an evolution in home design over the past fifty years. kcichowicz. Thu, 11/11/2021 - 13:36. Case Study Image. Why Smart Lighting?

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2021

The Future of the New-Home Design Studio. It's time for design studios to evolve. What have we learned from the past 18 months of a global pandemic and its ripple effects on our society and industry, and what does the future look like for new-home design studios? Wed, 07/28/2021 - 14:16. Jane Meagher.

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Design Profitability Retail Resource 98

Pro Builder

JUNE 3, 2022

8 Ways to Improve the Product Reselection Experience for Customers. When supply chain constraints require that customers reselect design and finish choices, follow these tips to turn potential trouble into a great experience. Creating a Smoother Road to Product Reselections. An in-person visit to the design studio?

Products 98

Products Design Profitability Deals 98

BD+C

JUNE 12, 2023

Building Perimeters are Only One Layer in Safe School Design 1 kcichowicz Mon, 06/12/2023 - 09:23 Hardening entryways and exterior windows is a step toward safer school design. While these updates to state building codes can contribute to safer school design, they are just one layer within those guidelines.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 23, 2023

JOC multi-stakeholder collaboration is the next step in productivity improvement. To date, most Job Order Contracts have been used to speed the procurement of repair, renovation, maintenance, and less design-intensive new construction projects. contact-form] www.4bt.us

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Cost-Effectiveness Prefab steel is generally more cost-effective due to its streamlined manufacturing and assembly processes, particularly for standardized designs. The bulk production of components leads to economies of scale, reducing the overall cost. Custom designs are possible but might require additional planning and resources.

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Pro Builder

JULY 31, 2020

2020 Pro Builder Top 100 Products. Pro Builder 's annual list of the building products that garnered the most reader interest through the year. Pro Builder 's Top 100 building products: . Exterior Products. Interior Products. Bathroom Products / Ferguson. Fri, 07/31/2020 - 06:00. Pro Builder Staff. .

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Pro Builder

JUNE 14, 2021

Design Trends Survey: What's in Store for Housing's Look and Feel. A recent survey of architects and design-minded home builders reveals what's in store for the look and feel of housing during the next three to five years. Roofing Products: Asphalt Still Tops, Metal Roofs Growing in Popularity. “I Mon, 06/14/2021 - 08:00.

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Job Order Contracting

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Productivity Loss . Instead, many organizations have elected to hire full time “JOC consultants” and pay excessive JOC administration fees in attempt to simply speed procurement and virtually outsource their facilities repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction requirements. Too Many JOC Consultants.

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GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Concrete mix design. This article also addresses issues with air entrainment, high-strength concrete (HSC), and considering certain project performance requirements when designing the proper mix. Topics include: Concrete mix designs by project. Determining how to use the correct mix design. Design Advantage.

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Concrete Design Seattle Commercial 78

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 19, 2020

Concrete mix design. This article also addresses issues with air entrainment, high-strength concrete (HSC), and considering certain project performance requirements when designing the proper mix. Topics include: Concrete mix designs by project. Determining how to use the correct mix design. Design Advantage.

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Concrete Design Seattle Commercial 78

The Korte Company

JANUARY 19, 2024

Multi-phased Design-Build. It was perfect in its day, but as demand for Mounds and Almond Joy boomed, production outgrew its walls. Building a multi-layered design from cloud point data We’ve done more than a dozen jobs in our 20+ years with Hershey — but this was just the second for Project Designer Alex Engelbrecht.

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. You can consult other experts in their respective construction divisions. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Phillip.fry@gc…. Wed, 04/25/2018 - 09:35.

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Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 7, 2022

Lighting and Storage Design Opportunities Take Precedence in 2022. Formerly underrated design features are becoming the top priorities of homeowners looking for increased comfort and functionality post-pandemic. Builders, designers, and architects need to focus more on lighting for these 4 reasons: 1. Home Design.

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Job Order Contracting

MARCH 17, 2022

The first step in learning how to benefit from Job Order Contracting (JOC) is to understand the following facts: #1 Not all JOC Programs, “JOC Consultants”, JOC vendors are the same. #2 2 Paying a Percentage of JOC construction volume will always cost your organization more. #3

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Job Order Contracting

MAY 8, 2017

Job Order Contracting versus Design Bid Build can help to measurably improve construction productivity, quality, delivery times, and overall satisfaction for all participants. Job order contracting saves significant time and improves quality, consistency, and overall satisfaction vs. traditional design-bid-build. Higher costs.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 6, 2020

Concrete mix design. concrete / mix design. . TB-1601 – Utilizing a mid-range water reducer specifically designed for clay mitigation. TB-1701 – Rheology-modifying high-range water reducer (HRWR) for the production of control flow concrete. TB-HRWR – High-range water reducer applications for a variety of mix designs.

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Concrete Design Materials Environment 78

Safti First

MARCH 25, 2022

The architectural community is a leader in creating many groundbreaking solutions by pushing glazing manufacturers to create new products and solutions to improve and enhance their creations. This includes their request to combine performance, energy efficiency, code requirements, design, and lower lifetime costs into our products.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

JULY 26, 2022

International design firm, RKD , has a rich legacy dating back to its formation in Dublin, Ireland, in 1913. Sustainable design connects and unifies RKD’s multi-service, multi-sector approach. Since then, it has established itself as one of the most diverse and effective architecture firms in Europe.

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Job Order Contracting

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Most organizations rely upon national average cost data, consultants, and/or historical data. For Owners, Design-builders, and Oversight Groups. Transparent and verifiable – Full visibility into labor, material, equipment, and crew/productivity information. Expertly developed, maintained, and updated quarterly. Compliance.

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GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. He shared some key considerations to keep in mind when designing a green roof. Before writing the spec, have a dialogue with a green roof consultant or manufacturer to get concrete information about installation and maintenance costs. Research green roof consultants.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

Alliance Contracting / Alliance Partnering in Construction, when properly designed, implemented, and managed, drives innovation, collaboration, and best value outcomes for all parties. The excessive reliance upon “consultants” will serverly limit the knowledge and cost saving benefits provided by alliance partnering.

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