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Floating Houses: Types, Principles, and Advantages

The Constructor

The post Floating Houses: Types, Principles, and Advantages appeared first on The Constructor. In foundation engineering, the term “floating” is used when the load on the structure is equal to or lesser than the soil displaced by the footing so that the soil is not subjected to any additional load.

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Key Considerations For Risk Management In The U.S. Housing Construction Industry

The Constructor

housing construction sector is one of the country’s largest and most important industries. Housing Construction Industry appeared first on The Constructor. With billions of dollars invested in projects each year, the sector has a considerable impact on the economy and the lives of many individuals.

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What's next for affordable housing in 2024?

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What's next for affordable housing in 2024? 0 qpurcell Thu, 12/14/2023 - 15:40 Affordable Housing As 2023 draws to a close, GBBN’s Mary Jo Minerich and Amanda Markovic, AIA sat down to talk about the future. What’s next in terms of trends, technology, and construction of affordable housing? Where is it taking place?

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Research: Constructing Housing Foundations on Peat Soil

The Constructor

A Scottish research group seeks to develop ways of laying housing foundations on peatlands in an eco-friendly way. The initiative may pave the path.

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The Ultimate Free Guide to Construction Project Management Software

Spreadsheets and in-house tools can no longer manage the sophistication and the demand for data of modern construction. Our free buyer’s guide will help you identify what construction software you need and the key features you should be looking for.

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A Housing Complex Developed Using Shipping Containers

The Constructor

The Hilda L Solis Care First Village is a housing complex in Los Angeles made of shipping containers for people experiencing homelessness.

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Judicial review go ahead on housing energy efficiency standards

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The High Court has allowed a judicial review of Housing Secretary Michael Gove’s policy of preventing councils from setting higher energy efficiency standards for new housing than national benchmarks. To read more of this and every other news story on this site, please log in with your Construction Law membership account details.

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