BD+C

AUGUST 14, 2023

Fast-tracking construction projects offers both risk and reward dbarista Mon, 08/14/2023 - 13:50 0 Contractors Understanding both the rewards and risk of fast-tracking a project can help owners, architects, engineers, and contractors maximize the benefits of this strategy and can bring great reward on all fronts when managed properly.

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SW Oregon Architect

OCTOBER 8, 2023

Cost limitations are an almost universal challenge in construction projects. Owners typically have a predetermined budget for their project, so the realities of construction costs force them to make difficult decisions about project scope, quality, or even whether the project can proceed.

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Santa Cruz Architect

NOVEMBER 18, 2023

Embarking on a home improvement project is an exciting endeavor, but managing construction costs can be a challenging aspect that requires careful planning and consideration. In this article, we’ll explore effective strategies to manage construction costs, from initial planning to project completion.

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Archinect

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

The BBC writes that a total of 113 warrants were issued to individuals within the country, reportedly including architects, engineers, and building contractors, over their supposed role in constructing the more than 25,000 buildings which failed or were damaged during the magnitude 7.8 tremor and subsequent aftershocks.

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BD+C

AUGUST 28, 2023

Navigating challenges in construction administration 0 qpurcell Mon, 08/28/2023 - 14:25 Building Team Vessel Architecture's Rebekah Schranck, AIA, shares how the demanding task of construction administration can be challenging, but crucial. The key to avoiding these issues lies in the owner, architect, and contractor (OAC) meetings.

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The Architecture Designs

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

Construction professionals are taking a different tone for mass timber. Will contractors dismiss mass timber, or will innovators mend its shortcomings? Reviewing construction’s carbon emissions reveals wood is less intensive than alternatives. In time, oversights and flaws seeped through warped and cracking wood.

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Archinect

SEPTEMBER 27, 2023

Concerns over the possible Federal Government shutdown next month are causing headaches for contractors of much-needed infrastructure projects across the country who fear a chain reaction in the construction industry could leave lasting setbacks that would take years to overcome.

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Architecture Ideas

JULY 3, 2022

If you’re considering hiring a steel reinforcement contractor for your project, first, you need to understand what is involved in the industry. Companies like Heaton Manufacturing UK are the type of contractors you need. Credible industry associations include BSI, CHAS, and Construction Health and Safety Assessment Scheme.

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ArchDaily

JUNE 12, 2023

Comprised of cement, sand, gravel, and water, it is extensively used in construction projects of various scales. These challenges are particularly critical in large and complex construction sites, where any irregularities or unevenness can result in significant losses and complications for architects, engineers, and contractors.

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Deezen

JULY 21, 2022

Architecture studio SPF Architects has completed a sports facility in Los Angeles consisting of two separate buildings that were built using pre-engineered metal structures in order to not disrupt activity at the site. The complex consists of two pre-engineered metal buildings. General contractor: Pinner Construction.

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Santa Cruz Architect

JUNE 10, 2023

Construction Integrated Project Delivery (CIPD) is a collaborative approach to project delivery that seeks to optimize project outcomes through the integration of all stakeholders, including the owner, architect, engineer, contractor, and subcontractors. One of the key principles of CIPD is the use of shared risk and reward.

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Community Architect

APRIL 30, 2024

Other key parties involved in the recovery are the Army Corps of Engineers and the Coast Guard. The next phase of the Key Bridge disaster, when a new bridge needs to be designed and constructed, will tell us if the unbureaucratic approach will last. The reverse engineering effort involves engineers from the U.S.

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Dwell

MARCH 28, 2024

Assuming the role of contractor, Julie Park works through trials and tribulations to construct a Blue Sky house with a complex metal roof. Homeowner Julie Park ordered the home’s components from the prefab company Blue Sky Building Systems, and she hired architect Andrew Goodwin to assist with structural engineering and permits.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 18, 2014

Developers and contractors entering new markets that are looking to mitigate their projects’ risk now have available an interactive tool that not only allows them to access real-time updates pertaining to the risk climate of municipalities across the U.S.,

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Deezen

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Bay Area studio David Baker Architects has completed 145 units of social housing using modular construction and a weathering steel facade in San Francisco , California. The use of modular construction reduced the project's timeline from the average five to seven years to three. General contractor: Cahill Contractors.

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Archinect

AUGUST 31, 2022

Montana has become the first state in the nation to adopt broad-ranging regulatory approval for the use of 3D printing in construction. The state’s building code regulators recently voted to approve local contractor Tim Stark’s request to 3D print walls as an equal replacement for either CMUs or standard cored concrete blocks.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Generative AI can bolster innovation in construction industry 0 qpurcell Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:48 AEC Tech Jeff Danley, Associate Technology and Innovation Consultant at Burns & McDonnell, suggests several solutions generative AI could have within the construction industry. Improve construction automation.

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DesignRulz

JUNE 16, 2023

In recent years, there has been a noticeable shift in the construction industry, with wood emerging as a popular choice for builders and architects worldwide. Wood offers a range of benefits that make it an attractive option for construction projects, both from an environmental and practical standpoint.

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Deezen

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Structural consultant: Arup MEP consultant: China Team Engineering Consulting Co., Shanghai Branch Landscape consultant: East China Architectural Design & Research Institute Construction PM: AECOM LDI: Shanghai Tianhua Architecture Planning & Engineering Acoustic consultant: SMW (Shanghai) Business Consulting Co.

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BD+C

JUNE 27, 2024

The construction industry is under ever-increasing pressure to drive competitive advantage. Many industry leaders within construction are looking for new ways to claim a competitive advantage with digital transformation. Instead of driving prices down, the savvier in the industry are choosing to win and profit in other ways.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. rcassidy Thu, 12/14/2023 - 11:07 SUFFOLK CONSTRUCTION Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new initiative for Suffolk.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

The Benefits of Construction Project Portfolio Management 1 kcichowicz Thu, 09/26/2024 - 09:45 In project-driven organizations, high performance means delivering the right projects, on time and on budget. Let’s take a look at the role of PPM in construction, why you should consider it, and its many benefits.

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Santa Cruz Architect

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Architectural services can be obtained from unlicensed persons, but they cannot call themselves architects and generally, with the exception of single-family residences, they cannot sign construction documents. Architects work hand-in-hand with other professionals such as civil and structural engineers to deliver qualified designs.

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The Architecture Designs

APRIL 18, 2024

This comprehensive guide explores the intricate process of home, floor, and basement construction, offering insights, tips, and recommendations to help you navigate this complex journey successfully. Foundation Construction : The foundation is the backbone of any home, providing support and stability.

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aasarchitecture

JULY 30, 2024

Ma Yansong/MAD Architects has unveiled the design and construction update for Tencent’s new Shenzhen Headquarters. Tencent Shenzhen Headquarter Lot 04 East is designed by Ma Yansong/MAD Architects, are currently under construction, and are expected to be in use by 2025. China Construction Buer Curtain Wall & Decoration Co.,

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Design Thoughts Architects

JULY 4, 2023

Introduction- Constructing your dream home can be a thrilling adventure. However, it may become challenging, particularly if you have a tight schedule and insufficient time to oversee home construction advancement first-hand. Without regular monitoring, deviations from the design and substandard construction practices may go unnoticed.

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The Architecture Designs

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Construction is complicated work. Project managers, architects, civil engineers, contractors, laborers, and other professionals work together to achieve the goals. Are clients any good in terms of construction projects? It is thanks to them that construction companies get work to do and money to earn.

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EntreArchitect

JANUARY 2, 2022

The first AIA Contract Documents (ACD) of their kind, ACD’s new Custom Residential Documents streamline the contractual process for architects by tailoring them for the distinctive requirements of the custom residential construction market. One of the edits is to add the requirement for the contractor to provide a submittal schedule.

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Deezen

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

British firm Zaha Hadid Architects has begun construction on three new stations for the Dnipro Metro in Ukraine as part of a four-kilometre line extension. On ground level, each station will take shape as a visually connected family of sculpted shell pavilions, constructed from recycled steel sourced locally from the city.

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aasarchitecture

DECEMBER 7, 2023

O’Connor Building for Engineering and Science is now open. ” The design activates the adjacent Engineering Quad and extends the vitality of campus into the building, where a five-story central atrium creates a hub of activity, connecting to seminar rooms, break areas, and informal gathering spaces. Source by SOM.

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Deezen

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

The photography is by Jason O'Rear Project credits: Owner's representative: Dovetail Construction Project Management, Associate architect: TEF Design Sustainability consultant: Atelier Ten Structural engineering and acoustics engineer : Arup MEP/FP engineer: MEYERS+ Landscape architect: Surface Design Inc.

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Life of an Architect

JULY 21, 2019

If I have one regret during my college education is that I never worked on a construction site. We recorded today’s episode live in Las Vegas from the Expo floor of the 2019 AIA Conference on Architecture as special guests of Huber Engineered Woods.

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SW Oregon Architect

JUNE 16, 2024

Discovering it prompted me to reflect on the evolution of construction practices and the enduring legacy of industry standards. For more than a century, the print edition of the Sweets Catalog was a construction industry staple, providing architects, engineers, and contractors with comprehensive information on building products and materials.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 27, 2023

Roofing contractor installs TPO system on 228-unit multifamily housing project in Worcester, Mass. The site once housed a factory owned by Wyman-Gordon, manufacturer of engineered titanium, steel, and nickel-based alloy forgings for the aerospace, energy, and military naval market. The Revington under construction.

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EntreArchitect

APRIL 18, 2021

Architects and Engineers: How do we best collaborate? It is also important that both architects and engineers are focused on the project’s success. It is also important that both architects and engineers are focused on the project’s success. As structural engineers, we typically work under an architect.

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BD+C

AUGUST 21, 2024

Design and Construction Strategies for Challenging Moisture Conditions 1 kcichowicz Wed, 08/21/2024 - 10:53 MFPRO+ Blog Why buckling can occur with wood panel sheathing and how to prevent it. Contractors should ensure panels are dry (19% moisture content or less, per code) before proceeding with corrective measures.

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Architizer

SEPTEMBER 29, 2022

Construction has began on the first two-story 3D-printed structure in the United States. The design uses a hybridized construction method that will combine printed concrete modules with wood framing, making it one of the first 3D printed to use wood and concrete in an integrative manner. Check out the full schedule !

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