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The fundamental 'BIM mismatch' between architects and contractors discussed at Harvard roundtable

Archinect

After all, contractors and sometimes clients want and need 3D models of buildings that can directly inform how buildings should be constructed. In the conversation, McGuffin notes that many contractors in-fact discard architects’ digital models, opting to rebuild them from 2D drawings to minimize risk.

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Nonresidential construction spending up slightly in January as tariff concerns abound

Archinect

The latest Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau has indicated a slight (0.1%) increase in nonresidential construction spending nationwide for the month of January. Data center construction spending increased another 1.9% in January.

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Trade war with Canada and Mexico could impact construction spending, ABC warns

Archinect

and both Canada and Mexico may impact private construction project financing, the Associated Builders and Contractors has warned. The statement comes as the ABC released its latest data on nonresidential construction spending. Census Bureau data found that nationwide nonresidential construction spending decreased by 0.2%

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Construction input prices continued to rise in February due to new tariffs

Archinect

Construction input prices increased by 0.6% in February, according to a new Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) analysis of the U.S. Nonresidential construction input prices are also up 0.6%. Overall construction input prices are 0.3% Overall construction input prices are 0.3%

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The Ultimate Guide To Data-Driven Construction: Optimize Projects, Reduce Risks, & Boost Innovation

Speaker: Donna Laquidara-Carr, PhD, LEED AP, Industry Insights Research Director at Dodge Construction Network

In today’s construction market, owners, construction managers, and contractors must navigate increasing challenges, from cost management to project delays. That’s where data-driven construction comes in. That’s where data-driven construction comes in.

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2024 AIA Eugene Construction Craft Awards

SW Oregon Architect

The recipients of the 2024 Construction Craft Awards gather for recognition during the October 22, 2024 awards banquet in the Ford Alumni Center ballroom. The 2024 edition of the Construction Craft Awards was the first since 2019, and thus long overdue. Steve Otto – Finish carpenter, Ordell Construction Co.

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Tariff threat caused ‘rapid escalation’ in material prices last month says ABC

Archinect

A rush to purchase construction materials in anticipation of tariffs caused an increase in material prices last month, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors. Bureau of Labor Statistics Producer Price Index data, which found that construction material prices increased 1.4% in January. in January.

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