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. SGA and its collaborators have unlocked a new potential for the material, and a new sustainability tool for the industry.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 30, 2022

However, as much of the nation’s industry is heavily reliant on fossil fuels, moving to greener, more sustainable alternatives is likely to be a challenge. With the right system, a designer can visualise a project and assess its impact on the environment. For some sectors, the transition is well underway. The transport transition.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 4, 2023

4 key innovations and construction trends across airport design 0 qpurcell Mon, 12/04/2023 - 10:04 Airports Here are some of the key trends Skanska is seeing in the aviation sector, from congestion solutions to sustainability. Passengers also like knowing they’re using an airport focused on sustainability.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:22 Sustainability Stantec's Brett Lambert, Principal of Architecture and Passive House Certified Consultant, uses the Northland Newton Development project to guide designers with eight tips for designing multifamily passive house projects.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Introduction of Foundation for House. Foundation is one of the most important parts of the Building on which the whole Structure is res t. Foundation is a very essential part of a building which provide a base to the structure. Definition of Foundation. Definition of Foundation. Location of the Foundation.

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Job Order Contracting

JUNE 7, 2023

Sustainable Facilities Management Alliance Contract – specific means of project planning, procurement, and delivery wherein the owner/principal and service provider (design-builder) work collaboratively to deliver the defined, mutually beneficial outcomes of a project. Owner support, capacity, commitment, and accountability, 2.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 18, 2023

Our team at Autodesk Construction Cloud is excited to announce the platform is the recipient of the 2023 Technology Solution Award for The Inside Construction Foundation Awards , which proudly shines a light on Australian major construction and civil infrastructure industries.

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BD+C

APRIL 18, 2024

The next destination: Passive design airports 0 qpurcell Thu, 04/18/2024 - 13:59 Airports Today, we can design airports that are climate resilient, durable, long-lasting, and healthy for occupants—we can design airports using Passive House standards. On the path to passive The airport itself is becoming more sustainable.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 21, 2014

The STEP Foundation (STEP), a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing technology industry benchmarks for sustainability practices in the built environment, and the Green Building Initiative (GBI), a nonprofit organization committed to accelerating the adoption of sustainable building practices, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding.

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Pro Builder

MAY 11, 2022

Australia-Based Dimensions X Is Creating a More Sustainable Future for Prefab. Dimensions X is taking notes from Tesla to deliver an efficient and sustainable prefab product for Australian homebuyers. Because the OM-1 is built of CLT, a strong and sustainable material, it has a smaller-than-average carbon footprint.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 17, 2017

Earlier this year we talked about the importance of sustainability in construction , and how buildings are responsible for more than 40 percent of energy usage across the globe. Designed as part of the Living Building Challenge , the R.W. Kern Center at Hampshire College is a self-sustaining structure. Cost: $371.5 Kern Center.

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BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Tenants are demanding sustainable facilities.

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BD+C

APRIL 29, 2024

Tomorrow's classrooms: Designing schools for the digital age 0 qpurcell Mon, 04/29/2024 - 10:53 K-12 Schools In a world where technology’s rapid pace has reshaped how we live, work, and communicate, it should be no surprise that it’s also changing the PreK-12 education landscape.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Sustainability attributes of concrete. Sustainable construction considers the entire life cycle of a structure and aims to reduce the environmental damage at every stage, from the initial choice of products to demolition. This can reduce the carbon emissions of structural systems by up to 40 percent.².

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 12, 2021

When specifying flooring, one should consider both sustainability and performance. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. These factors not only contribute to the sustainability of the flooring, but how it performs. Even sustainably made floors must be installed correctly.

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Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 15, 2024

In reality the efficacy of spending precious dollars on facilities repair and maintenance is often overlooked, and the process of sustaining physical infrastructure has little true oversight. Sustainable management of buildings and other forms of physical infrastructure is critical in today’s world of shrinking resources.

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Natural Building

JANUARY 10, 2022

This is a comparative guide to sustainable construction for homeowners and contractors. It is also a masterpiece of research and experience folded into an encyclopedic reference book for anyone interested in sustainable approaches to our built environment. You can access the free online version at endeavourcentre.org.

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Natural Building

MARCH 24, 2021

This is sustainable because the materials have low embodied energy, are locally abundant, and can create energy-efficient buildings. Adobe houses are usually built on a solid foundation, constructed from stone, cement, or even seashells. The post Are Adobe Houses Sustainable? appeared first on Natural Building Blog.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 27, 2021

Alongside enhanced definitions, the EU is in the process of adopting standardized processes through its Non-Financial Reporting Directive and Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation. These measures form part of a broader suite of ESG initiatives designed to channel funding to genuinely sustainable, rather than greenwashed investments.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 25, 2023

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. Design and Planning Phase The design and planning phase is essential to commercial real estate development.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 12, 2014

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF) Brock Environmental Center reached construction completion today in Virginia Beach, Va. Designed by SmithGroupJJR and constructed by Hourigan Construction, the Center is an international model for energy and water efficiency and climate change resiliency. Body Image: read more.

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BD+C

MARCH 23, 2023

A Sustainable, Connected Workflow Improves Data Workflow between Field and Office, Surveyors, and Equipment Operators 1 kcichowicz Thu, 03/23/2023 - 09:36 Rachel Jones, Trimble Customer Profile: Peace River Hydro Partners is a joint venture between ACCIONA Infrastructure Canada Inc. and Samsung C&T Canada Ltd.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 1, 2020

High-Performance Custom Homes: Systemic Sustainability in Cape Cod. Getting the builder involved from the beginning works like the design/build model, which Baczek finds helpful in preventing miscommunication during construction. Custom Home Design. Tue, 12/01/2020 - 10:52. Hutchins, LEED, AP. High-Performance Homes.

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Sustainability Visualization Materials Boston 52

Pro Builder

MARCH 6, 2023

What if we could print homes that aren’t just affordable, but sustainable, too? The unique design of the home shows the capabilities of ASCC’s 3D printer. Credit: MJ Gautrau, University of Maine And though the structure is completely 3D-printed, that doesn’t mean it leaves out traditional design elements altogether.

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ASCC Maine Sustainability Housing 98

Pro Builder

OCTOBER 5, 2021

New Housing Design in Alaska Combines Indigenous Wisdom with 21st Century Technology. But those home designs were imported from the temperate lower 48 states and were incompatible to Alaska’s climate. Tue, 10/05/2021 - 11:38. The permafrost is melting and homes built on top of it, even those on stilts, are sinking in the Alaskan mud.

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Natural Building

MARCH 8, 2022

Architect Joris Verhoeven’s family home, Four Seasons , is a model of sustainable design. It is a prefabricated structure designed by the architect, built with wood framing cassettes filled with flax insulation. “In The house was raised in just three days after the cement foundation was poured. Verhoeven said.

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Housing Foundation Transportation Design 97

BD+C

JUNE 29, 2023

5 ways to rethink the future of multifamily development and design 0 qpurcell Thu, 06/29/2023 - 08:40 Multifamily Housing The Gensler Research Institute’s investigation into the residential experience indicates a need for fresh perspectives on residential design and development, challenging norms, and raising the bar.

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Design Residential Income Housing 52

The Constructor

MARCH 6, 2018

It is the ability of the pile to be driven to a designated depth without suffering without sustaining damages. What is pile drivability? The ultimate.

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Sustainability Design Foundation Engineering 200

Construction Cost Estimating

JULY 15, 2019

This civil engineering article focuses on the least standards which should be maintained for the design of various RCC structural elements like the columns, beams, slab and foundation as well as the least safe standards for the reinforcing bars to be applied for making the design of the above mentioned structural elements.

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Pro Builder

MAY 6, 2023

Fortunately, three organizations—the Lowe’s Foundation, the estate of Herbert V. and the Harper Family Foundation—have stepped up recently with major funding for construction workforce development. Research by economists at the National Association of Home Builders ( NAHB ) indicates that the home building industry requires almost 2.2

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GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

Design Advantage for Division 7 – Thermal and Moisture Protection. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. Successful high-profile projects incorporating Design Advantage's robust product portfolio span the globe. Phillip.fry@gc….

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Design Las Vegas Airports Retail 99

Autodesk Construction Cloud

JANUARY 18, 2024

Our latest white paper, ‘Building Net Zero and The Role of Data in Green Construction’ , investigates the current landscape for sustainability in construction across APAC – as well as potential solutions. Digital solutions that can help with green building Creating a more sustainable construction industry must start with data.

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Materials Industrial Green Construction 84

Natural Building

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Terra’s mission statement is: Turning dirt into affordable, sustainable, comfortable, beautiful homes. The company’s website offers a place in line to anyone who puts down $100 as a deposit toward a Terran-designed and built home in the future. This eliminates much of the labor in building with adobe.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 5, 2017

Standard for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings Except Low Rise Residential Buildings. is important because it provides the minimum requirements for the “energy” design of buildings, but ASHRAE Standard 189.1 provides a “total building sustainability package” to design, build and operate green buildings.

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Construction Enquirer

JULY 11, 2023

This multi-layered approach aims to create a blueprint for the sustainable redevelopment of challenging, inflexible old buildings. Present designs retain elements of the original tower, including the foundations, basement and core.

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Construction Enquirer

APRIL 20, 2023

The pale concrete parapet and noise barrier along the top of the viaduct is designed to throw the dark steel into shadow, helping to give the appearance of a lighter and thinner structure. The piers are designed to be as slender as possible, appearing to reach up and grip the beam above.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 6, 2023

He said the group’s integrated offer from demolition to foundations and concrete frame was gaining traction with Tier 1 contractors. Chief executive Brian Morrisroe said that over the period primary materials which represented 40% of contract sums skyrocketed with the cost of rebar soaring 130%, concrete jumping 26% and plywood up 25%.

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Concrete Banking Sustainability Contract 67