Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

Owners and design teams are not protected by todays inadequate and vague polished concrete specifications. Contractors and design teams will continue to pay out contingencies without understanding what went wrong and how to protect themselves in the future.

Concrete Pouring 105

Concrete Pouring Building Performance Measurement Flooring Systems Painting/finishing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

FEBRUARY 13, 2025

As they see the world burn, parch, flood, and blow down around them, expect them to force the housing industry to rethink resiliency and sustainability. Register now to stay ahead of generational trends and ensure your products and designs resonate with the buyers of today and tomorrow! Click here to register.

Renewable Energy Systems 165

Renewable Energy Systems Green Building Building Resilience Energy Efficiency 165

UK Construction Blog

JULY 3, 2025

Technology integration is crucial for sustainable construction success, with Building Information Modelling (BIM) reducing waste by 30%, smart building systems achieving 20-30% energy savings, and digital tools enabling precise resource management and real-time monitoring. What Is Sustainable Construction?

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Environmental Impact Assessment Building Performance Measurement 52

Prodyogi

MARCH 19, 2025

As climate change intensifies, our buildings must do more than just stand against extreme weatherthey must adapt. Climate-adaptive design is an innovative approach to architecture and engineering that enables buildings to respond dynamically to environmental changes, ensuring resilience, energy efficiency, and comfort.

Architecture 130

Architecture Building Resilience Energy Efficiency Building Design 130

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

Key Highlights Architects play a crucial role in designing community living projects that prioritize both environmental and social sustainability. Sustainable design in these projects includes focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, water conservation, and green building materials.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation 52

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. A facility owner and management team are pivotal in this transition.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

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.

Building Code Compliance 64

Building Code Compliance Building Performance Measurement HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation 64

Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

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. These initiatives are designed to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and foster sustainable growth in urban areas fostering sustainability.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Infrastructure Development Building Optimization Building Automation 52

Roads Online

JUNE 19, 2025

The new bar will help researchers better understand how materials like concrete and infrastructure components respond to dynamic loading conditions, ultimately leading to more resilient and safer design of roads, bridges, tunnels, and other critical infrastructure. After all, resilient structures are greener structures.”

Infrastructure Development 92

Infrastructure Development Building Materials Manufacturing Building Resilience Building Performance Measurement 92

Roads Online

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The use of locally sourced materials and advanced design techniques means these systems require minimal maintenance over their lifespan, contributing to long-term sustainability. Reinforced Earth has been designing and constructing civil infrastructure projects for 50 years. We’re excited about our future in Australia,” Musella says.

Infrastructure Development 105

Infrastructure Development Geotechnical Engineering Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 105

Civil + Structural Engineer

APRIL 10, 2025

McCarthy Building Companies, Inc. McCarthy) one of the largest and most diversified construction companies in America for over 160 years and HOK , a global architecture firm and leader in healthcare design, today announced the groundbreaking of Kedren Childrens Village for Kedren Community Health Center Inc.

Building Design 130

Building Design Facility Management Building Standards Building Resilience 130

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

These detailed plans serve multiple critical functions: they ensure Building Regulations compliance, facilitate accurate structural calculations, and provide clear guidance for construction teams throughout the build process. Building Services Integration Modern loft conversions demand sophisticated building services integration.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Fire Protection Systems Environmental Impact Assessment Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 20, 2025

Designed with safety, durability, and easy maintenance in mind, it ensures pets can run, play, and relax without damaging the lawn or bringing muddy paws indoors. Pet-friendly artificial grass is specifically designed to withstand the demands of active pets while maintaining its appearance and functionality.

Material Handling 52

Material Handling Maintenance Green Building Building Resilience 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 3, 2025

Development that protects and values biodiversity can be achieved through renewable resources combined with green building methods and community involvement. Biodiversity ensures ecosystems function properly and maintain resilience similar to a machine that runs smoothly.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Renewable Energy Systems Zoning Green Building 52

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Fire safety is an integral part of modern construction design, influencing not only building materials and layouts but also regulatory compliance and overall safety standards. These innovations are transforming how buildings are designed, emphasizing the importance of prevention, containment, and evacuation strategies.

Fire Protection Systems 52

Fire Protection Systems Safety Regulations Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

By Amy Becker Photo courtesy Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance (FGIA) Specifiers and design professionals should always consider seismic performance attributes for buildings in areas that previously have experienced the damaging effects of earthquakes. Building codes are adopted with the intent to preserve life and safety.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Wall Systems Building Code Compliance Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 30, 2024

Have you ever wondered why steel buildings are becoming the go-to choice for commercial construction projects? From skyscrapers and warehouses to retail centers and office spaces, steel has revolutionized how we design and build structures in the modern era. Why Are Steel Buildings a Game-Changer in Commercial Construction ?

Building Materials Manufacturing 52

Building Materials Manufacturing Material Storage Material Handling Building Resilience 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 27, 2025

This weeks quiz is from From LEED to WELL: Certifying healthy, resilient, and sustainable buildings. In modern building design, structural strength and aesthetics are no longer enoughhealth, sustainability, and resilience now shape the foundation of high-performance spaces. Quiz - May 27 1. Take our other quizzes!

Building Resilience 64

Building Resilience Sustainability HVAC System Installation Building Performance Measurement 64

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 7, 2024

All three standards are updated periodically to align with building codes and design standards. In the updated standards, the requirements for a FORTIFIED Roof designation in inland areas will be more consistent with requirements in hurricane-prone areas.

Building Code Compliance 52

Building Code Compliance Roofing Systems Building Standards Building Codes 52

Stok

JUNE 24, 2025

Last week the Stok team joined leaders across the green building industry in Vancouver for the Canada Green Building Council’s Building Lasting Change conference, which marked the official launch of LEED v5 in Canada. Required resilience Climate risks to real estate—both physical and financial—are increasing.

Real Estate Development 52

Real Estate Development Building Code Compliance Building Resilience Green Building 52

Roads Online

JULY 2, 2025

This standard has assisted us in making tangible reductions in the emissions associated with the design development and ultimately operation of the North East Link. Together, these features make precast concrete a smart, sustainable choice for resilient, energy-efficient buildings and infrastructure across Australia.

Renewable Energy Systems 54

Renewable Energy Systems Building Performance Measurement Infrastructure Development Energy Efficiency 54

Construction Daily News

APRIL 3, 2025

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.

Building Performance Measurement 52

Building Performance Measurement Green Building Infrastructure Development Energy Efficiency 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 7, 2025

In response to the historic wildfires that devastated Los Angeles in January 2025, global sustainable development consulting firm Arup has partnered with the United States Green Building Council California (USGBC-CA) to co-author the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide. Co-authored by Arup and the U.S. </p>

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Green Building Building Design Sustainability 52

CCR Magazine

JUNE 11, 2025

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.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Electrical Systems HVAC Systems Building Resilience 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Siemens launches BIMPOWER™, a groundbreaking plug-in for Autodesk Revit® that transforms the way engineers and contractors design 3D Building Information Modeling (BIM) projects. BIMPOWER not only enhances the design process within Revit but also brings the ordering and submittal processes for electrical products to the platform.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Building Products Distribution Electrical Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

Setting new benchmarks in safety and resilience, pioneering engineering, sophisticated materials, and painstaking design produce buildings that withstand the worst challenges of nature. Creative ideas and cooperative practices merging mostly form modern, safe buildings with long-lasting effects.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Foundation Systems Structural Systems Renewable Energy Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JULY 18, 2025

Despite the complexity, the construction sector has shown resilience and flexibility—hallmarks of the industry. Technology Implementation Recognizing the manual approach wasn’t sustainable, many companies adopted lease accounting software designed to track, automate, and ensure compliance.

Project Management Consulting 52

Project Management Consulting Change Management Building Standards Construction Equipment 52

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. While data centers are currently being constructed at a fast pace, they are not a new building type.

Building Materials Manufacturing 64

Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Flooring Systems Wall Systems 64

Construction Marketing

MAY 20, 2025

If youre still relying on spreadsheets, paper forms, or outdated processes, this is where the evolution starts: Build a Smarter, Data-Backed Workforce Planning System In 2025, static workforce plans collapse under dynamic job site realities. That requires building flexibility into your operations. It’s a strategic one.

Construction Management 90

Construction Management Schedule Management Building Code Compliance Foundation Systems 90

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 12, 2025

This follows its successful delivery of the scheme and detailed design phases. A rendition of how the new building will look. Following the demolition of the R69 building the new HRPD instrument will be installed in a brand-new building, R132. Radiation shielding integrated into the building design.

Contracts 80

Contracts Building Controls Flooring Systems Building Design 80

Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

To help in this regard, keep reading as we explore some of the most effective strategies for adapting to new building codes in 2025. What to Expect from Building Codes in 2025 As can be expected, standards of excellence are only set to increase in the construction industry in 2025. Regulations can differ widely across the nation.

Building Codes 52

Building Codes Building Code Compliance Fire Protection Systems Roofing Systems 52

CCR Magazine

JANUARY 2, 2025

Stormwater management systems are designed to channel water away from homes and businesses when heavy rain falls. Environmental Degradation Clogged drain contributes to environmental pollution by preventing stormwater from flowing to designated treatment or dispersal areas.

Structural Systems 52

Structural Systems Health Regulations Risk Management Foundation Systems 52

Construction Specifier

DECEMBER 23, 2024

on the exterior of the building, which increases the effective thermal resistance of the assembly. Prefabricated construction is usually conducted through delegated design and affects many project stakeholders, so it is important to have all parties aligned as early as possible during design.

Prefabrication 52

Prefabrication Fire Protection System Installation Wall Systems Building Materials Manufacturing 52

CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

The idea of maintaining a high-rise building might seem daunting, but it’s a crucial aspect of ensuring safety and longevity. By staying on top of maintenance tasks, you ensure a safer environment for residents and a more sustainable building overall. You might wonder if implementing these technologies will impact costs.

Maintenance 52

Maintenance Fire Protection System Installation HVAC System Installation Plumbing Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 25, 2025

Building costs are forecast to increase 17% over the next five years, with tender prices rising 15% over the same period. Major projects are deploying advanced robotics like SAM bricklaying systems and Hadrian X robots capable of building house shells in three days. However, cost pressures remain severe. annual growth rate.

Safety Regulations 40

Safety Regulations Modular Construction Green Building Building Standards 40

Stok

APRIL 29, 2025

Now, LEED v5 represents a significant step in the evolution of green building leadership. It’s designed to help buildings align with global climate targets through aggressive performance thresholds, electrification and renewables, and embodied carbon strategies. Equity, resilience, and biodiversity are no longer optional.

Green Building 52

Green Building Real Estate Development Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

As cities grow denser and global challenges demand resilient solutions, construction professionals must adapt to shifting expectations. Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow.

Building Information Modeling (BIM) 52

Building Information Modeling (BIM) Safety Regulations Infrastructure Development Health Regulations 52