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Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion

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Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney MFPRO+ Blog High-rise Construction Apartments Office Buildings Engineers Codes Regulations Adaptive Reuse Reconstruction & Renovation Seismic Design Office-to-residential conversion seems like a simple solution to a problem. Portland, Ore. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units.

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What Is Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Importance of Recycled Concrete Aggregate | Crushed Concrete Driveway Pros and Cons

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Recycled aggregates ( RA ) are a feasible alternative to natural aggregates that contribute to environmental preservation. It can be used in a variety of construction tasks, landscaping, and home renovation projects. Recycled cement can have similar properties as ordinary Portland cement. Crushed Concrete.

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19 Different Types of Slabs in Construction | What Is a Slab

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Strenuous to renovate & strengthen. Also, Read: What Is Oblique Drawing | Oblique Drawing Examples | What Is Oblique View | Oblique Projection | Oblique Shape | Cabinet Oblique | What Is Cavalier Drawing. Replacing a flat roof with a pitched roof on an existing structure is not always feasible. Hardy Slab.