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3 sustainable design decisions to make early

BD+C

As architects, we're tasked with not just designing visually appealing structures but also ensuring they're environmentally friendly, healthy for our occupants, and cost-effective. Photo courtesy KTGY Strategically locating projects within walkable and transit oriented urban environments has a ripple effect beyond the building site.

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The Complexity Of OSHA’s PSM Standard

FDR Safety

Using accepted ANSI standards, we are able to make use risk assessment, feasible risk reduction using the hazard control hierarchy and acceptable risk to solve real-world problems. When deciding that risk mitigation is needed, the concept of feasibility comes into play to demonstrate due diligence in complying with the OSH Act.

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Construction project management 101 – Checklist

Lets Build

In order to execute said complexities in the ever-changing construction work environment, a project manager needs a set of skills and abilities to manage multiple projects and teams. At the start of any project, a business case must be created and evaluated to ascertain the feasibility of the project. Construction Management 101.

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Level Up Design and Coordination Workflows with Accessible Reality Capture 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

You can store and organize imported NWC mesh files using Autodesk Docs’ common data environment, enabling better data access and collaboration. . Being able to track progress on-site provides a visual account of what was done in each phase of the project using laser scan snapshots.

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3 ways computational tools empower better decision-making

BD+C

Photo courtesy NBBJ This rapid visualization enabled quick iteration to build consensus around numerous differing inputs and collectively determine next steps. The artful interweaving of data and information with empathy and intuition can improve our urban environments and create lasting results for clients and the community.

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Top questions to ask when designing a green roof

GCP Applied Technologies

This is a huge indicator of the feasibility of a green roof. If your client’s maintenance crew can only realistically access the roof a few times a year, they may want to choose lower maintenance plants whereas if they have a landscaping crew, they could opt for more visually appealing options that serve as an extension of their landscape.

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Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize

Pro Builder

The Atlas will illuminate zoning laws and unlock research that will reveal how zoning impacts housing availability and affordability, transportation systems, the environment, economic opportunity, educational opportunity, and our food supply. zoning codes through a first-of-its-kind user-friendly online resource. Category Innovators