Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 7, 2019

Effectively managing the materials on jobsites with modern software can have a significant impact on contractors bottom lines. Every built environment turns raw materials into polished projects. But along the way, those material costs can start to add up, especially if the materials aren’t procured and managed properly.

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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. Mon, 06/14/2021 - 08:00. Caroline Broderick, Associate Editor. . Trends in Exterior Cladding.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Shipping containers are excellent materials for building your dream home. They’re structurally sound and designed to withstand harsh weather conditions. Planning and designing are the most challenging stages when building a shipping container home. Like any dream house, it should fit like a glove. Do you love cooking?

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Biobased Creations CEO Lucas De Man believes that natural building materials such as timber, hemp, straw and mycelium could completely replace polluting, non-renewable materials such as steel, plasterboard and cement. Buildings can be made exclusively from plant-based products plus natural mineral materials such as earth and lime.

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Materials Housing Design Sustainability 98

Pro Builder

JULY 20, 2022

House Design Tips That Separate Timeless From Trendy. These tips from Housing Design Matters can make communities look unique and timeless rather than cookie-cutter or trendy . Can you create two elevations so different that no one will believe it is the same house? Home Design. Design Best Practices.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

Builder Rankings by Revenue: 2023 Housing Giants List ibush Thu, 06/22/2023 - 17:14 Pro Builder 's annual Housing Giants rankings list provides a snapshot in time of builders’ perceived opportunities and challenges. by Revenue: 2023 Housing Giants Scroll down to see the ranked list of 2022's Housing Giants. Still, U.S.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A lasting housing impact: Gen-Z redefines multifamily living 0 qpurcell Thu, 11/30/2023 - 17:00 Multifamily Housing Nathan Casteel, Design Leader, DLR Group, details what sets an apartment community apart for younger generations. There’s a good chance you’ve lived in an apartment or student housing facility at some point.

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CivilJungle

APRIL 8, 2023

Best Pool House Designs In summer, everyone needs a pool and begins to enjoy it, and it honestly is the wardrobe you can obtain for a summer holiday at home. The best pool house plans to set off in the exterior luxury center. The best pool house plans to set off in the exterior luxury center.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 12, 2022

Some Builders Are Relying on Natural Materials to Bypass a Stalled Supply Chain. Prices and lead times for traditional building materials continue to increase across the globe, but natural products and alternative construction methods may offer a solution. Building Materials. Building Materials. Tue, 04/12/2022 - 07:54.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

The benefits of strategic multifamily housing repositioning 0 dbarista Thu, 09/21/2023 - 13:12 MFPRO+ Blog With the rapid increase in new multifamily housing developments, owners of existing assets face increasing competition. The only way to solve the housing crisis is to add more housing.

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Housing Renovating Comparison Leases 105

Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Initially designed for transporting goods, shipping containers have transcended their original purpose. Today, they are transformed into dynamic building materials, marking a significant shift in construction methodologies. Their uniform dimensions make them ideal for modular designs.

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Construction Transportation Architecture Innovation 285

Pro Builder

APRIL 1, 2022

Design Ideas for Cost-Efficient Single-Family Detached Homes. Detached-home solutions ranging from 900 to 2,300 square feet that offer attainable single-family housing with flair. Now, with material supply shortages and ever-escalating sales prices, the challenge has become even more intense while the need has never been more critical.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 25, 2022

Housing's Incremental Innovation Path. housing industry is not innovative are, in a word, crap. 2022 Housing Forecast: Opportunities and Challenges. I would counter that even Tesla’s journey can’t fully compare to the roadblocks hindering the adoption of Innovation in housing, especially on the production side.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 13, 2023

Housing Affordability: Why This Downturn Is Different ibush Mon, 03/13/2023 - 07:00 The current shortage of affordable homes is due to more than just undersupply in the market Tony L. Callahan, Contributing Editor We are currently in a housing downturn that will likely be followed by a recession. On the horizontal axis is the U.S.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 8, 2018

Technology companies are creating tools like bricklaying robots and printing houses with 3D printers. In addition to changing technology, we may also be on the cusp of a shift in building materials. But the material under consideration might surprise you. Is Wood the Future? What’s so great about wood?

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Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2023

Top 10 Ivory Innovations Finalists for the 2023 Housing Affordability Prize qpurcell Tue, 04/18/2023 - 09:57 Yesterday, Ivory Innovations announced the Top 10 Finalists for the 2023 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. The 2023 Ivory Prize Winners will be announced on May 24, 2023, at PCBC in Anaheim, California.

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Natural Building

JULY 18, 2021

The stay-at-home mom on a tight budget designed open rooms and decorated in a timeless, spare Scandinavian style. Beautifully rustic, hand-chiseled pine and cedar timbers are fitted with wooden pegs, but new construction materials and techniques like passive solar were also employed. Reusing old materials kept expenses down.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2022

NAHB Chairman’s Message: Members Urge Action on Housing Crisis. The National Association of Home Builders is relying on strength in its membership numbers to press the issue of housing affordability with the White House and Congress. How Excessive Design Standards Hurt Affordability. Wed, 06/01/2022 - 06:00.

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Natural Building

MARCH 8, 2022

Architect Joris Verhoeven’s family home, Four Seasons , is a model of sustainable design. The house features self-healing siding sealant, negative carbon footprint and more. It is a prefabricated structure designed by the architect, built with wood framing cassettes filled with flax insulation. Verhoeven said.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 10, 2021

What to Remember When Designing Built-for-Rent Housing. Built-for-rent housing made up 6% of all new homes constructed in 2020 and the sector is only expected to grow. There’s no longer a need to wait for buyers to select finishes and builders can design a coordinated streetscape. cbroderick. Wed, 03/10/2021 - 09:17.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 1, 2021

How to Limit Waste By Designing With Lumber in Mind. Higher lumber prices add an average of $36,000 to the cost of a new single-family home, and design firm Housing Design Matters says builders are still not attempting to limit lumber waste. First, the design process should keep lumber parts in mind. cbroderick.

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Natural Building

OCTOBER 10, 2022

As a result of 2016 earthquake the 80 families who lived on the island of Portete, Ecuador were displaced to the mainland without any appropriate housing for the thermal conditions in the area. Materials of the area such as bamboo, wood, toquilla straw, and kade were replaced by zinc plates, blocks, and concrete.

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Housing Materials Mobility IDEA 52

Pro Builder

DECEMBER 20, 2022

6 Barriers to BIM Adoption in the Housing Industry. Building information modeling has the potential to modernize the housing industry, but residential and low-rise multifamily housing developers face barriers to its adoption. What’s Standing in the Way of BIM Modernizing the Housing Industry? Tue, 12/20/2022 - 08:59.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize esorum Thu, 03/16/2023 - 09:09 This year’s finalists in the Construction & Design category include solutions to the labor shortage as well as environmentally friendly building solutions focused on decreasing construction time.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2020

How Excessive Design Standards Hurt Home Affordability. Stringent residential design standards imposed by local governments are affecting housing costs; the impact of new residential construction on the broader economy (chart). NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. Design Standards Gone Too Far. Building Materials.

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Design NAHB Residential North Carolina 103

BD+C

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

In response to these changes, we’ve identified design elements multifamily residential developers can use to maximize space while creating a positive impact on residents and the planet. Through careful design, we provided wellness spaces for mindfulness events, meditation, and other community-engaging fitness events.

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Design Phoenix CA Sustainability 59

Pro Builder

MAY 18, 2021

How to Enhance Your Elevation Design. A focus on the front door, correct proportions, and a balanced blend of materials are just a few ways home builders can enhance the authenticity and attraction of their elevations. COLOR, TEXTURE, AND MATERIALS. Remember to use materials in their inherent manner. Home Design.

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Design Materials Housing Products 98

CivilJungle

APRIL 10, 2023

Gray House Color Schemes What color trim would look best with grey siding?, What is the most appropriate masonry material to use for a long-lasting structure ?, This post has been produced as a starting point about grey house colour schemes, colour theory, and the best paint colours for your home.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

APA – THE ENGINEERED WOOD ASSOCIATION Multifamily Housing Engineered wood’s combination of benefits—from beauty and versatility to sustainability and strength—has made it a popular material for commercial projects such as mixed-use buildings, low-rise office structures and even eight-story mass-timber high rises.

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Resource Engineering Design CAD 97

Civiconcepts

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

Introduction To Crown Molding The crown molding was first used by the ancient Egyptians to decorate house exteriors as well as columns. The crown molding adds depth and formality to a … Types Of Crown Molding | Top 10 Crown Molding Styles | Best Types Of Crown Molding Materials | Crown Molding ceiling Read More ».

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Materials Housing IDEA Design 98

CivilJungle

JUNE 25, 2020

When we think about constructing a new house, probably one question will hit our minds that what would be the cost of construction. But with proper knowledge about house construction cost and how it is calculated, we can avoid this kind of fraud. How to Work House Construction Cost Calculator Excel Sheet.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 15, 2021

Floor Plans, Details, and Finishes for Standout Kitchen Design. Two housing design pros will walk builders through all the components of a thoughtful, high-demand kitchen in the latest webinar from the National Association of Home Builders. cbroderick. Thu, 04/15/2021 - 10:37. Read More. .

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Plans Design NAHB Housing 98

Natural Building

JUNE 22, 2020

Hidden among the trees in Nagano Prefecture, Japan is a small earthen house designed by Tono Mirai Architects. It combines traditional materials and techniques with contemporary design. Shell House took inspiration from natural forms to create a small, organic building that blends into the surrounding forest.

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Housing Materials Organization Sustainability 52

Pro Builder

AUGUST 3, 2021

4 Diverse Live/Work Designs. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. Although live/work buildings have become integral to a walkable community, they must be designed with a certain amount of flexibility to survive financially. On the Boards: 4 Home Designs Offering a Variety of Looks/Lifestyles. cbroderick.

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Design Retail Residential Office 111

Natural Building

AUGUST 30, 2020

When Cyclone Amphan tore through Bengal, India, Linus Kendall and Rupsa Nath’s house, built with mud, thatch and bamboo sustained minimal damage. Other houses in the vicinity suffered broken window panes or missing tin sheds, but their unique home stood tall. Linus Kendall shared these details about their house, built in 2017. “I

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Housing Concrete Sustainability Materials 98

Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2023

Over 200,000 industry members—including 70,000 registered for IBS alone—flocked to Vegas for the largest gathering of housing professionals in the world. Highlighting New Trends While Delivering Sustainability IBS also spotlighted the top features and design trends for 2023.

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Natural Building

APRIL 6, 2021

The walls in Gregory Ferembach’s public housing building are lined with one of nature’s best insulation materials: hemp. Conventional building materials pollute our indoor air, too: many of them release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) like formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, and other harmful chemicals.

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Housing North Carolina Materials Life Cycle 90