Commercial Construction Blog

JUNE 23, 2025

For a national general contractor working with corporate construction managers who manage projects across multiple regions, one of the most significant challenges is navigating the intricate web of local codes, regulations, and municipal processes. Understanding local processes and codes up front can help mitigate these risks.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

With commercial architects and designers emphasizing openness and flexible use of space, elements such as sectional doors are getting much more attention. In response, door manufacturers are developing engineering and design features to serve a broader range of commercial environments. By Heather Bender Photos courtesy Clopay Corp.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Building practices and codes differ between countries, and its important to understand these differences to ensure that your home is built safely, efficiently, and to local standards. Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S., Heres a look at how building practices vary across the U.S.,

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UK Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Make sure to get all the necessary permits before starting work. Permits: Dont forget those essential documents. OBTAINING NECESSARY PERMITS Renovating your house? Getting the right permits is non-negotiable if you want to avoid fines or delays. Start Early : The permit process isnt instant. Dont skip this step.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2025

Permitting and Regulatory Costs New York City has a detailed and often complicated regulatory environment, which adds to construction costs. Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project. However, this doesnt mean sacrificing quality.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 2, 2025

Available in various types (standard prestressed, high strength and fair-faced options) and sizes (widths from 100mm to 215mm and lengths from 600mm to 3000mm), these lintels can accommodate diverse building requirements. What Are Precast Concrete Lintels?

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Swinerton’s early commitment to mass timber began in 2016 with the design, permitting, and construction of the then largest mass timber office building in the U.S.First Tech Federal Credit Union Oregon Corporate Campuswhich was delivered four months faster and four percent cheaper than structural steel.

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 9, 2024

Managing change orders for any size of repair, renovation, maintenance, or new build project, whether IPD, alliance job order contracting, DB, DBB, ‘et al’, simply requires a robust preconstruction process in most instances.

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Buildern

JUNE 24, 2025

Here’s what effective construction networking looks like, and how to manage construction collaboration , build relationships that make the job easier and more profitable. This isn’t theory; it is the reality on project sites of every size, from custom home builds to complex commercial developments.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

Budget Planning Establish a realistic budget early, accounting for construction costs, professional fees, permits, potential temporary accommodation, and a contingency fund of at least 10-15% for unexpected expenses. This financial framework helps inform design decisions and prevent scope creep as the project progresses.

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iField Smart

MAY 4, 2025

It provides an accurate and in-depth record of the final build. It thoroughly captures various changes made against planned design during construction. As-Built drawings are visual deliverables that help understand a physical snapshot of a building project. It ensures clarity within modifications of the existing building.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Custom designs might take up to six months. The building journey goes beyond just construction schedules. Experience and track record Professional tiny home builders know specialised construction methods that go beyond regular home building. A professional tiny home builder will finish your project in eight to ten weeks.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 17, 2025

When calculating costs, consider that extensive renovations involving structural changes can sometimes approach the cost of building a new home. Reconfiguring existing space is typically more eco-friendly than building new extensions. You’re not alone. Environmental sustainability differs between approaches too.

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Buildern

JUNE 11, 2025

Such software solutions have been designed to keep your projects on track and your budget under strict control. Project management software designed for construction companies has all it takes to monitor project timelines, manage crews, and handle client expectations appropriately. Easy Estimating and Invoicing. Improved Communication.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Other Miscellaneous Costs These are additional necessary expenses for project completion, such as permits, inspections to ensure compliance with building codes, and temporary facilities like on-site offices or storage units. It is also important that all team members understand and apply these codes correctly.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 24, 2025

Patio pavers come in endless designs, letting you match your home’s style or create a special outdoor space. Understanding the Basics of Outdoor Living Space Design Creating a beautiful outdoor living space starts with smart design. Stained concrete lets you choose custom colors to match your design.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 17, 2025

This isn’t an afterthought: it’s a strategic design move that needs precision from permits to jets. Collaborating with structural engineers from the outset ensures the design won’t falter under the pressure, literally. Extractor fans and sealed vapour barriers become essential design elements in these cases.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 3, 2025

Finishing a basement, building over your garage, or adding a sunroom can make your home more comfortable and more appealing to buyers. Build your sunroom over an existing deckas long as the deck is strong enough to hold it. If you add insulation and get the right permits, it could even become a guest suite or in-law apartment.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

They understand what works and what doesnt, and they keep up with the latest trends and innovations in bathroom design. Custom Design and Planning When you hire professional renovators, you gain access to custom design services tailored to your needs. Renovators have extensive knowledge about the best practices in the industry.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

A new air-conditioning system was installed, and fire alarm and fire suppression systems were extended to meet code requirements. and design firm Gensler. City officials fast-tracked permits and inspections, allowing fast-paced construction to proceed nearly around the clock. Army Corps of Engineers, Honolulu.

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Jonas Construction

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Other Miscellaneous Costs These are additional necessary expenses for project completion, such as permits, inspections to ensure compliance with building codes, and temporary facilities like on-site offices or storage units. It is also important that all team members understand and apply these codes correctly.

Cost Control 52

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

Consider using transparent bins for frequently accessed items and colour-coded containers to distinguish between different categories. During these checks, return misplaced items to their designated locations and reassess whether kept items still deserve their storage space. Carry out vertical storage solutions to maximise floor space.

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Jonas Construction

APRIL 12, 2024

It’s almost as if each project is its own business, with unique customer expectations, vendors, designs, and materials. Contracts are Long-Term The length of time from recording the signatures on a contract to finishing the building and handing it over to the customer is another factor.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 13, 2025

Modern security requirements have led to new tamper-resistant design innovations and improved locking mechanisms. The range of design options available today for architectural projects has grown to accommodate numerous building styles due to the evolution of contemporary architectural trends.

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CCR Magazine

MARCH 9, 2025

PermitUsNow the leader in the construction industry that is transforming building permitting nationwide celebrates Women in Construction Week to highlight the contributions that women make in construction and career opportunities for women. I encourage women of all ages to consider using their talents in an exciting field.”

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Commercial Construction Blog

FEBRUARY 11, 2025

At Englewood Construction , early collaboration with architects is a cornerstone of our methodology, ensuring better project outcomes by aligning design intent with practical execution. This reduced design iteration times and streamlined permitting processes across multiple states, saving both time and money.

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Construction Dive

JULY 8, 2025

Published July 8, 2025 Matthew Thibault Reporter post share post print email license The California state capitol building in Sacramento, Calif. Quicker permits Phillip Babich, an attorney in law firm Reed Smith’s San Francisco office, said that the implications for higher-density housing projects are significant.

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BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Joshua Crawford Engineers Facility Managers Building Technology Energy As renewable energy sources continue to dramatically influence the electric grid, energy storage is playing a pivotal role in achieving grid resiliency. One key design consideration for batteries is that they degrade over time.

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Construction Dive

JUNE 18, 2025

Published June 18, 2025 Matthew Thibault Reporter post share post print email license The skyline of Austin, Texas, with the state capitol building in sight. Austin and Los Angeles are using Australia-based Archistar to help expedite permit review, according to official announcements. Newsome signed an executive order on Jan.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Definition and Importance of Emergency Power An emergency power supply is a backup system designed to provide electricity when your main power source fails. Hiring a licensed electrician can ensure that the installation meets local codes and safety standards. If you opt for DIY, make sure to read the manual carefully.

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Business Facilities

JUNE 25, 2025

So far this year, several leading automakers announced plans to either build plants in the U.S. By prioritizing regulatory reforms, renegotiating trade agreements and incentivizing domestic production, these shifts are designed to reduce reliance on fragile global supply chains, attracting investment in the U.S. auto factories.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Poirier Designed to connect directly with the city of Los Angeles, the David Geffen Galleries is itself a sculpture, featuring exposed architectural concrete. To provide enough space for the new building, the decision was made to design the building to cross over Wilshire Blvd. The first design concepts came in 2009.

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ENR Construction

JUNE 16, 2025

Its seven-story, stratified stone and red brick facade and rounded, turret-like corner entrance shares design elements with Boise’s other historic structures, particularly the nearby 1901-era Idanha hotel building. The new boutique hotel and the Idanha also share the same design firm, 136-year-old, Boise-based CSHQA.

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ENR Construction

AUGUST 16, 2012

Building Types. QR Codes Unlocking Secrets of NYC Building Permits. New York City building permits are sprouting up with QR codes that instantly unlock vast amounts of project information. Speeding Construction Recovery With Streamlined Code Review. -- Advertising --. of Buildings commissioner.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

The Ivory Prize is one of the longest standing and most prestigious awards of its kind in the United States, culminating in $300,000 of grants to winners in three categories: Construction & Design, Finance, and Policy & Regulatory Reform. zoning codes; and PermitFlow , a permit software that streamlines and digitizes the permitting process.

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The Pro Builder

MAY 25, 2023

Diamond Age Construction & Design Winner Diamond Age uses cutting-edge industrial-scale robotics to build homes at scale. Many Black and African American families are considered 'mortgage-ready,' but lack the capital needed for a down payment due to historic housing discrimination that has prevented Black people from building wealth.

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Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

Global engineering consultancy COWI in North America has been retained by Nova Scotia Department of Public Works standing offer for highway engineering services to provide detailed design and regulatory permitting for the replacement of the James River Bridge.

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