How Passive Design Strategies Improve Building Sustainability?
Prodyogi
JULY 9, 2025
In the quest for sustainable construction, passive design strategies play a vital role in reducing energy consumption while enhancing indoor comfort.
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Prodyogi
JULY 9, 2025
In the quest for sustainable construction, passive design strategies play a vital role in reducing energy consumption while enhancing indoor comfort.
Civil + Structural Engineer
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By: Ricardo Brites , Director of Engineering & VDC at Mercer Mass Timber Imagine your projects being more precise, efficient, and sustainable? Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DfMA) is leading the way in modern building design, reshaping how we build, especially when it comes to mass timber.
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Construction Dive
JULY 1, 2025
Erik Russell Courtesy of XL Construction That unique siting and design meant Milpitas, California-based XL Construction had to align the new and old buildings from the top down, building around a 275-ton crane that sat atop the existing library. This interview has been edited for brevity and clarity.
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The Role of Generative AI in Designing Sustainable and Efficient Buildings Last Updated on March 13, 2025 by Admin In todays rapidly evolving construction landscape, Generative AI Sustainable Building Design is revolutionizing the way we create energy-efficient, eco-friendly structures.
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The future of construction is sustainable, efficient, and cost-conscious. This guide offers a practical roadmap for reducing material waste, optimizing energy use, and integrating sustainable design principles.
Construction Dive
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Ranked number two in the United States on Building Design + Construction’s “Top 90 Hotel and Resort Construction Firms for 2024,” PCL Construction excels at this by providing services such as diverse self-perform capabilities and a highly personalized preconstruction approach tailored to the specific needs of its clients.
Civil + Structural Engineer
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Against this backdrop, advanced forecasting and simulation tools can optimize project delivery, particularly when deployed as a complement to value engineering. The resulting insights can help design and implement comprehensive risk sharing and mitigation strategies. This reduces errors, rework, and delays, leading to cost savings.
CCR Magazine
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Sustainability has become a cornerstone of modern commercial construction. As businesses and developers strive to create eco-friendly buildings, utility systems play a pivotal role in reducing environmental impact and improving efficiency. Key goals for sustainable utilities include: Reducing energy and water waste.
UK Construction Blog
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The post Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. You’re witnessing a pivotal moment where traditional construction methods are giving way to innovative sustainable practices.
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This concise guide walks you through its real-world impact on design, planning, job site logistics, and sustainability. Learn how contractors are using AI to reduce costs, improve worker safety, and shorten build times.
UK Construction Blog
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iField Smart
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Why Cost Management Matters Cost management is not just about saving money; its about finding the balance between cost, quality and functionality and optimalism. Construction projects can have hidden costs due to design changes, material shortages or labour inefficiencies. Find clashes and design errors early to reduce rework.
Building Radar
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When it comes to building design, the concept of mass walls plays a crucial role in providing structural integrity, energy efficiency, and moisture control. By identifying project specifications early, construction teams can optimize their use of high-performance building materials early project identification.
CCR Magazine
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(NASDAQ: ADSK), a global leader in building information modeling (BIM) technology for the architecture, engineering, construction (AEC) and operations industry, announced a strategic collaboration aimed at optimizing commercial building design for sustainability. </p>
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The Korte Company was awarded a Design-Build project by the Highland C.U.S.D. #5 The 8,753-square-foot renovation project is the first Design-Build school project for The Korte Company in Illinois and comes on the heels of the passage of Public Act 103-491 (aka the Municipal Design-Build Authorization Act).
Building Radar
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As one of the fastest-growing markets globally, China’s focus on urban development, transportation, and sustainable energy projects is attracting substantial investments construction market growth. These initiatives are designed to ease congestion and promote sustainable urban living sustainable urban planning.
Building Radar
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
These large-scale initiatives, funded by both government and private investments, are designed to boost the economy, improve public transportation, and promote sustainable development major infrastructure projects. Government Investment in Sustainable Infrastructure 3.
CCR Magazine
JANUARY 24, 2025
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UK Construction Blog
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The post How Sustainable Masonry Can Reduce Long-Term Construction Costs appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Sustainability is no longer just a trend in constructionits a necessity. One of the best solutions lies in sustainable masonry.
Building Radar
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As the country focuses on sustainable development, key initiatives are being launched to address growing urban needs and support long-term economic resilience top construction projects. With a focus on modernizing existing infrastructure, Canada is positioning itself as a leader in sustainable urban development sustainable urban projects.
CCR Magazine
FEBRUARY 17, 2025
By 2050, nearly 50% of all emissions generated by new construction are expected to come from building materials like concrete. For example, by 2030, all structures 10,000 square feet or larger in California must reduce carbon in building materials by 20%, according to the U.S. Green Building Council. Green Building Council.
Building Radar
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Engaging content not only attracts potential clients but also builds trust and credibility, positioning your company as an industry leader. Tools like Building Radars project data and analytics platforms enable construction companies to understand what their clients are searching for and create content that meets those needs.
Roads Online
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Putzmeister Oceania is helping to turn the tide when it comes to the electrification of the construction sector, showing how effective, and simple, the transition to more sustainable equipment can be. P utzmeister Oceania is renowned for its dedication to sustainability andinnovation.
Building Radar
NOVEMBER 18, 2024
The construction landscape in New York is set to experience a transformative year in 2024, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure, transportation, and sustainable urban development. To optimize project acquisition and bidding strategies, tools like Building Radar provide critical insights by identifying early-stage projects.
UK Construction Blog
JULY 19, 2025
In today’s fast-evolving technological landscape, combining Building Information Modelling (BIM) and Geographic Information Systems (GIS) is changing how we analyze and use 3D data. BIM (Building Information Modeling): BIM is a process that uses digital models to represent the physical and functional characteristics of a building.
UK Construction Blog
MARCH 20, 2025
The post Navigating the UKs 2025 Building Regs: What Contractors Need to Know appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Key Points The 2025 UK Building Regulations, under the Future Homes Standard, aim to reduce carbon emissions from new homes by 75-80% compared to 2013 standards, focusing on energy efficiency and low-carbon heating.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 26, 2025
Sustainable design is now essential for businesses aiming to thrive. In the commercial sector, adopting sustainable practices reduces environmental impact, enhances efficiency, and attracts eco-conscious consumers. One key trend is using 3D rendering to visualize and refine sustainable spaces.
BDC Network
OCTOBER 15, 2024
Facility Condition Assessment Data Can Help Reduce Carbon Footprint 1 kcichowicz Tue, 10/15/2024 - 10:59 Facility condition assessments provide powerful insight into your buildings and offer an ideal vehicle to advance resiliency and decarbonization goals. Your portfolio is more than just space—it plays a vital role in the global ecosystem.
Procore
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Transforming Design with AI Artificial Intelligence is no longer a future possibility – it’s here, and it’s reshaping how construction teams work today. In design, automating engineering will help eliminate errors and optimize construction.
Construction Specifier
JULY 10, 2025
How are emerging insulation technologies addressing both thermal performance and sustainability? Sustainability performance of insulation materials has increasingly become an important factor specifiers investigate. What role does advanced insulation play in meeting new or upcoming building codes and climate targets? It depends.
CCR Magazine
MARCH 12, 2025
Sustainability is no longer just a buzzwordits necessary for businesses looking to thrive in an environmentally conscious world. One of the most effective ways to do so is through sustainable renovation , which reduces carbon emissions and leads to long-term cost savings.
CCR Magazine
NOVEMBER 12, 2024
In commercial construction , ensuring best plumbing practices is paramount to safe and efficient functioning of the designed structure. As they build, it’s crucial for you to pay utmost attention to the plumbing layout and use appropriate materials. Determine the right materials for pipes and fixtures. Absolutely!
CCR Magazine
DECEMBER 11, 2024
To address these issues, air purifiers designed specifically for construction sites are undergoing continuous innovation. These advancements aim to improve the efficiency, safety, and the long-term sustainability of commercial projects. filters are designed to capture particles as small as 0.1 A report by the U.S.
Construction Specifier
JANUARY 26, 2025
Photo courtesy Intertek As building codes and standards evolve, the demand for airtight, environmentally friendly building enclosures increases among building owners, insurers, and design professionals. Air barriers are essential for maintaining the integrity and performance of building enclosures.
UK Construction Blog
JUNE 24, 2025
The post Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The UK construction industry is undergoing a transformative shift — one where innovation, sustainability, and collaboration are reshaping how we build our homes, offices, and public spaces.
Construction Daily News
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The $58 million project, while primarily designed to solve practical transit challenges, represents something more significant: a chance to redefine how public infrastructure projects approach sustainability in an era demanding greener solutions. But the real potential lies in how the facility itself is designed, built, and operated.
CCR Magazine
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The adoption of sustainable construction practices helps humans advance without harming nature which allows both to coexist peacefully. Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement.
Construction Marketing
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This guide breaks down the most critical strategies for 2025, from labor forecasting and retention tactics to workforce optimization tech that actually works on real job sites. If you’re still building schedules in spreadsheets and hoping for the best, you’re not planningyou’re reacting. It’s a strategic one.
Construction Specifier
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AIA Photos courtesy Serge Ferrari Group As the world grapples with the increasingly extreme impacts of climate change, architects and builders continue to prioritize materials and building techniques that help manage the effects of wind, rain, flooding, and fires. to the heavy snow loads and harsh winters of the northern U.S. and Canada.
UK Construction Blog
FEBRUARY 19, 2025
Any error or change in design meant reworking entire sections, causing delays and adding to project costs. Even with digital design tools, much of the planning process relied on human interpretation, increasing the risk of mistakes. The result? A more efficient planning process that minimises errors before construction even begins.
CCR Magazine
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The team of engineers were able to design and construct the expansion while keeping the facility fully operational. Designers, trade partners, and stakeholders co-located on site during construction. PPA submissions were reviewed by a committee of jurors including distinguished members of the design and construction industry.
CCR Magazine
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CCR Magazine
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Zoning laws, building codes, environmental regulations, and permits all contribute to the overall expense of any construction project. Obtaining the proper permits and adhering to safety, sustainability, and accessibility guidelines can significantly extend project timelines and increase costs.
UK Construction Blog
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Technology Implementation Recognizing the manual approach wasn’t sustainable, many companies adopted lease accounting software designed to track, automate, and ensure compliance. For firms still working through the long tail of implementation, the focus now is on optimization.
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