Construction Specifier

APRIL 27, 2025

Precast concrete is a desirable material for these buildings for a variety of reasons, whether used for walls, floors, and roof panels in a total precast structure or as an enclosure system. It may or may not have topping for the floor/roof.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

Civil + Structural Engineer

MARCH 11, 2024

Located in the heart of a historic Grand Rapids, Michigan neighborhood, every facet of this new facility–from the design, architecture, location, inside elements, color–was determined by resident feedback. One of the biggest challenges in modifying the existing PEMB was the addition of a second floor. Even the project’s name, H.U.B. ‘07,

Project Management Consulting 189

Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems Structural Systems Property Management 189

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

The home’s single-level floor plan maintains a relatively compact footprint to preserve and protect its natural surroundings. Architects: Peterssen/Keller Architecture, Minneapolis.; Photo: Paul Moore Studio The open floor plan encompasses a living area, dining area, and kitchen flanked by glass panels and patio doors.

HVAC System Installation 130

HVAC System Installation Roofing Systems Renewable Energy Systems Wall Systems 130

Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2023

The Adams Street Branch of the Boston Public Library amalgamates Greek Revival architecture and New England design sensibilities in a contemporary aesthetic and layout to create a visual marker for the neighborhood. The concrete floors serve as thermal mass, contributing to the heating of the space during extended hours.

Architecture 96

Architecture Fire Protection Systems Project Management Consulting Roofing Systems 96

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

The tower’s structure includes 10 different bay configurations within an isosceles triangle on the floor plan, each consisting of 4.27 The design incorporates 3D aluminum spandrel panels anchored to the concrete floor slab to cover its edge, with stiffeners to resist wind forces and accommodate different bay configurations.

Flooring Systems 103

Flooring Systems Energy Efficiency Structural Systems Environmental Consulting 103

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The heating and cooling systems use a highly efficient multi-unit variable refrigerant flow system.

Energy Efficiency 110

Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 3, 2025

Study Your Homes Existing Style To ensure your addition blends seamlessly, its important to understand your homes architectural style. Look at the following elements: Exterior Materials : What materials are used for the siding, roofing, and trim? Roof Shape : Is your roof gabled, hipped, or flat?

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Energy Efficiency Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems 52

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Collaborate with clients, construction managers, and other professionals to bring architectural visions to life. Mechanical and electrical engineers work on systems within buildings, such as heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) and electrical systems. Ensure compliance with electrical codes and safety standards.

HVAC System Installation 137

HVAC System Installation Electrical Systems Building Code Compliance Building Information Modeling (BIM) 137

Construction Daily News

JULY 15, 2024

Sustainability is a core consideration in modern architecture. Keep reading as we go further in depth on how sustainable architectural techniques are shaping a green future. Thermal Insulation Proper insulation is fundamental to eco-friendly architecture. Up to 20% of a building’s heat loss occurs through the floor.

Architecture 52

Architecture Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Roofing Systems 52

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2024

The Maryland Institute College of Art’s (MICA’s) Dolphin Design Center is designed as an innovative “Maker Building,” blending architectural prowess with the ethos of the Maker Movement. Visible to passersby, the first-floor exhibition hall displays public lectures, student and alumni exhibits, and community entrepreneur sessions.

Steel Fabrication 111

Steel Fabrication Structural Systems Roofing Systems Building Design 111

Specification Product Update

JUNE 12, 2025

Appearing as a single-storey pitched roof bungalow from the front, the steeply sloping landscape allowed for the properties to have a lower ground floor, providing the two-storeys the client desired. The CUPACLAD® 101 series is designed with an invisible fixing system to ensure that the natural slate is the main feature of a façade.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Painting/finishing Flooring Systems Wall Systems 52

CCR Magazine

MARCH 26, 2025

For example, an architect in Oxford can leverage innovation in 3D rendering to transform architectural projects. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces. </p>

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Energy Efficiency Painting/finishing 52

GCP Applied Technologies

APRIL 25, 2018

As building technologies evolve into more complex systems and assemblies, don't feel like you have to specify alone. GCP’s Design Advantage collaborates with the project team to specify the appropriate products and systems for any construction project. This ambitious redevelopment focused on retail architecture and development.

Fire Protection System Installation 99

Fire Protection System Installation Waterproofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 99

Construction Specifier

JULY 5, 2021

T-SLAB takes precast concrete floor systems to the next level. Last summer, Tindall announced the launch of an innovative precast concrete floor system called the Tindall Superior Lightweight All-Purpose Beam (T-SLAB). Watch the video below for a quick look at the innovation behind this new slab system.

Flooring Systems 52

Flooring Systems Structural Systems Wall Systems Roofing Systems 52

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

To create a building with such a profound impact on sustainability, the project team’s approach focused not on individual technological components, but instead on integrating wholly reimagined systems throughout the entire building including DOAS/Geothermal/Radiant Heating, Electrified Energy, and Artificial Intelligence Integration.

Structural Systems 130

Structural Systems Energy Efficiency Project Management Consulting Building Design 130

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 24, 2023

The Sandi Simon Center for Dance, located at Chapman University in Orange, California, is a remarkable example of architectural adaptive reuse. LOHA’s adaptive reuse plan involved using original elements of the building, including the wood flooring.

Historic Preservation 105

Historic Preservation Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Wall Systems 105

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The most dangerous defects include structural issues (foundation cracks, wall collapses), water infiltration, electrical/plumbing failures and HVAC system problems, which often remain hidden for years. These systems run throughout buildings, making repairs particularly invasive and expensive.

Electrical Wiring Installation 52

Electrical Wiring Installation HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

The transformation features the architects signature style with Catnic Urban steel standing seam roofing and cladding on the cantilevered two-storey extension, bringing the property up-to-date and enhancing its modern curb appeal. We created a new first floor, adding about 45 sqm to the floor area.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Painting/finishing Flooring Systems Wall Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. Modern container homes’ Heat Recovery Ventilation System keeps 85% of thermal energy. The flat roofs might sag under heavy snow or rain if you don’t reinforce them properly. Container homes are great because you can change them easily. to AUD$56.57

Ceiling Systems 52

Ceiling Systems Roofing Systems Structural Systems HVAC System Installation 52

Specification Product Update

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

The Whittam Cox Architects designed scheme, constructed by Henry Boot Construction, has transformed a former industrial site in the city centre into 365 dwellings, offering a mix of 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, as well as commercial space at ground floor level. The larger of the two screens measures approximately 4.2m

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Flooring Systems 52

The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

“I knew the view from the back of the lot would be great but also a little off-center to the right,” Coletti says, “so I put the kitchen in the left back corner of the floor plan to capture the best view.” The rest of the 7,800-square-foot, single-level floor plan flowed fairly easily from there, he says.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Fire Protection Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 130

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The architectural layout of a residential unit is unlikely to align with the office framing concept. A conversion will greatly impact existing and new MEP systems, so the structural team will need to account for new floor and wall openings for conduit, piping, and HVAC. RELATED ARTICLE: About 11% of U.S.

Engineering 105

Engineering Building Codes Structural Systems Flooring Systems 105

The MCP Group

MAY 5, 2025

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping & irrigation, selective demolition, cast-in-place concrete, stone, cast stone, unit masonry, structural steel, decorative railings, architectural woodwork, waterproofing & air barriers, metal wall panels, EPDM roofing, joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, (..)

Fire Protection Systems 40

Fire Protection Systems Ceiling Systems Steel Fabrication Wall Systems 40

CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Bamboo is the best option for the roofing material and widely used by the people in the construction of structures especially where bamboo is in abundance. Bamboo Architecture. Short Note.

Architecture 69

Architecture Building Materials Roofing Systems Material Handling 69

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 15, 2025

Blueprint Creation : Developing detailed architectural plans and technical drawings. Structural Work : Framing, roofing, and installing essential systems like plumbing, electrical, and HVAC. The construction company handles: Interior Finishes : Installing flooring, cabinetry, fixtures, and appliances.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Material Handling Building Permits Building Codes 52

UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Each type offers unique characteristics suited to specific applications in masonry support systems. Their enhanced design accommodates heavier masonry loads, uniformly distributed timber floor loads, concrete floor weights, attic truss loads, and point loads from compound trusses or steel beams.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Building Products Distribution Building Performance Measurement 52

Natural Building

JUNE 24, 2025

These benefits include humidity regulation, prevention of bacterial growth and molds, no toxic off-gassing, passive and active ventilation with breathable wall systems, and thermal storage for temperature control. She realized she was only going to secure a roof over her head by building or renovating a home herself.

Building Design 52

Building Design Building Materials Fire Protection Systems Material Storage 52

Natural Building

JULY 22, 2011

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. The pros and cons of various insulation systems are defined, with charts of R-values.

Green Building 69

Green Building Sustainability Architecture Energy Efficiency 69

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Today’s manufacturing processes enable the creation of staircases that are both functional passages and striking architectural features. Quality control systems now include 3D scanning to verify dimensional accuracy and structural testing to confirm load-bearing capabilities before installation begins.

Staircases 52

Staircases Building Materials Manufacturing Engineering Controls Manufacturing 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

By positioning the bands on the building perimeter, an open and column-free floor plan is created, offering maximum flexibility for interior planning. The elevator and utility core of the building are offset to the south, freeing up the office interiors and providing further floor plan flexibility. High-performance mechanical systems.

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

Civil + Structural Engineer

NOVEMBER 29, 2023

STG is one of Central Florida’s leading providers of architectural and natural stone surfaces, fine porcelain, ceramic and glass tile and elegant wood flooring. The product was designed with the flexibility to be dry laid on grass, gravel, dirt and sand or installed on roofs and terraces using raised supports.

Flooring Systems 130

Flooring Systems Building Materials Roofing Systems Building Resilience 130

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

Floor-to-ceiling glass at the entry and along the length of the back façade blur the line between interior and exterior and frame views of the courtyard water feature at the front and the deck and landscaped yard at the back. A gently curved staircase links the main and upper levels and is complemented by a curving wicker chandelier.

Ceiling Systems 130

Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Real Estate Development Wall Systems 130

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 31, 2023

undertook this significant renovation project, along with architecture partner TMH Architect NYC. The team at BR Construction was tasked with adding a new second floor for use as a main hall and gathering space; modernizing interior spaces, bathrooms, and conference areas; and adding an elevator to serve those with limited mobility.

Real Estate Development 105

Real Estate Development HVAC System Installation Structural Systems HVAC Systems 105

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2021

Architects and specifiers increasingly seek options for architectural metal coatings combining sustainability, durability, and a wide variety of colors. Common coil coated products used in construction include roofing, wall panels, soffits, and fascia. trillion sf) of new floor area by 2060, doubling global stock.

Green Building 52

Green Building Architecture Building Materials Manufacturing Energy Efficiency 52

Revit OpEd

FEBRUARY 12, 2013

These categories are immune to Rotate with Component: Foundations, Floors, Ceilings, Roofs, Furniture, Furniture Systems, Casework, Generic Models, Structural Columns, Detail Components, Massing, Mass Floors, Curtain Panels, and Specialty Equipment. Perhaps I'll tackle that another night.

Wall Systems 63

Wall Systems Ceiling Systems Flooring Systems Roofing Systems 63

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 31, 2022

A striking, early example of late modern “high-technology” architecture received a 21 st century facelift. Its aluminum-clad exterior was refinished with a polyvinylidene fluoride (PVDF) based coating system, restoring the building’s façade to a just-like-new condition designed to last for over 20 years. by Christopher C. Incorvaia.

Painting/finishing 98

Painting/finishing Historic Preservation Wall Systems Quality Assurance 98

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 18, 2010

The building we bought had a low roof height, so we knew an office design based in Prairie-style architecture would work well with the building’s long horizontal lines. We also retained most of the concrete flooring, but gave it a face lift with a new stain. Don’t design in a silo.

Building Design 98

Building Design HVAC Systems Roofing Systems Green Building 98