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Writing the book on smarter warehouse design and construction

The Korte Company

Innovation in the ways these critical spaces are designed and built has been just as explosive as demand for new capacity of the structures themselves. However, advances in Design-Build delivery and Tilt-Up concrete construction certainly have helped companies like ours remain on schedule and budget,” he said. The successful builders?

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Building smarter healthcare through better healthcare interior design

The Korte Company

Healthcare interior design projects pose unique challenges for design teams. The idea, though, is that healthcare interior designers must first prioritize design elements that promote patient care. The unique factors design teams must consider for these projects are highlighted below. Evidence-based design.

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Construction BIG DATA: Both grand and granular

GCP Applied Technologies

Unfortunately, in a climate that’s in constant flux, no road map to new ventures exists. Combine that with reports that "Big Box" stores are disappearing, and one can expect a project influx in warehouses built to house the growing demand for online inventory. Design Advantage. It’s called ‘construction forecasting’.

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Construction BIG DATA: Both grand and granular

GCP Applied Technologies

Unfortunately, in a climate that’s in constant flux, no road map to new ventures exists. Combine that with reports that "Big Box" stores are disappearing, and one can expect a project influx in warehouses built to house the growing demand for online inventory. Before delegating design, consult your manufacturer. learn more >.

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State of the Construction Industry: August Roundup

Viewpoint Construction Technology

A bipartisan group of senators introduced a bill called the Innovative Materials for America’s Growth and Infrastructure Newly Expanded (IMAGINE) Act, which could increase investment in new materials for infrastructure projects like roads and water systems.

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Logistics: On the Road, Water or Rails…or in the Air — AGAIN

Business Facilities

percent in 2014 due to stronger shipment volumes and inventory carrying charges that were up 2.1 The existing warehousing inventory in DuPage County’s sub-market has over 180 million square feet of rentable building area, making it one of the top two markets in the Chicagoland area. Part 139 designation. percent in 2013 and 8.3

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Illinois: Unveiling the Future of Digital Design and Manufacturing

Business Facilities

L ast year, Chicago celebrated the highly anticipated grand opening of the new UI Labs Digital Manufacturing and Design Innovation Institute (DMDII) on Goose Island. SOM’s design for the interior and architectural renovation emphasizes flexibility, fluidity, and information sharing. By the BF Staff. Evergreen Avenue.