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Inclusive design requires relearning how we read space

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David Johnson, AIA, LEED AP Higher Education University Buildings Designers It’s a simple premise: we all perceive space differently. I’m convinced this is necessary to advance justice, equity, and inclusion—as well as the future of the design professions, which are always at risk of becoming instruments of the powerful.

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What You Should Know Before Taking a Construction Loan

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It can only be acquired with the proper education certification, expertise, and a contractor’s license. The construction loan approval process is usually very rigorous, since the loan isn’t secured and doesn’t involve collateral. Owner-builder : This type of loan is a good option when the borrower is a contractor.

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13 trends, technologies, and strategies to expect in 2023

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Meeting equity This will become the standard in office spaces to enable all participants, regardless of their location and platform, to be equally heard and seen via smart AI cameras, beamforming mics , and auto-framing to identify participants and create a more natural experience. Ryan Searles, Security Consulting Group Leader 10.

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U.S. CRE Turning Around In 2014, According To New PwC/ULI Report

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The movement into secondary markets is underpinned by the anticipated increase in both debt and equity capital during 2014. “Real optimism has emerged as a key theme in the real estate market for 2014 as trends are progressing significantly through the economic and real estate recovery cycles,” said Mitch Roschelle, partner, U.S.

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Team USA Goes for Gold

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Treasury Secretary Jack Lew said government reviews of foreign investments would be limited to national security concerns. He pledged that these security reviews would not take more than three months to complete. a compelling case for attracting FDI. on track to achieve energy independence by the end of this decade. Walmart U.S.

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7 Construction Industry Truths Made Clear at Autodesk University

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Educating and enabling project teams is critical to technology adoption. How to’s for leveraging permissions for document control and security. Educating and enabling project teams is critical to technology adoption. Watch the full video > Ready for more expert-led education from Autodesk University? Josh Cheney, Sr.

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Behind the Build: Interview with Kelly Hoskovec, Project Executive at Level 10 Construction

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All while securing repeat business by delivering on what was promised relative to cost, schedule, quality and safety. In addition to running projects, I also support business development, reaching out to new clients, working on some in-house processes, and updating our DEI (diversity, equity, and inclusion) plan.