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25 Innovative Solutions to the Housing Affordability Crisis

The Pro Builder

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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Unlocking the potential of pickleball and padel courts

CCR Magazine

Adaptive reuse is a growing trend in construction and urban planning, offering creative ways to breathe new life into underutilized or vacant spaces. For land use and zoning, adaptive reuse often involves reimagining vacant lots, parking lots or industrial spaces to meet the evolving needs of a community. What is Adaptive Reuse?

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Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations

UK Construction Blog

The post Navigating Modern Construction: Trends, Challenges, and Local Considerations appeared first on UK Construction Blog. The construction industry stands at a crossroads between tradition and transformation. Modular construction the prefabrication of sections off-site is gaining traction for its speed and scalability.

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What To Consider When Setting Up a Warehouse-Based Coworking Space

UK Construction Blog

The post What To Consider When Setting Up a Warehouse-Based Coworking Space appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Coworking spaces have evolved far beyond traditional office buildings, with more businesses turning to warehouses as a flexible and cost-effective alternative.

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Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025

UK Construction Blog

The post Green Cooling in The UK’s Listed Buildings: Tackling Air Conditioning Challenges In 2025 appeared first on UK Construction Blog. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task. Navigating The Planning Maze Fitting air conditioning to a listed building is not quite a “plug-and-play” matter.

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The Versatility and Viability of Portacabins in Construction

UK Construction Blog

The post The Versatility and Viability of Portacabins in Construction appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In the realm of construction, efficiency and adaptability are paramount. Portacabins, also known as portable cabins or modular buildings, have emerged as indispensable assets in meeting these demands.

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Cracking the code of affordable housing

BDC Network

Sustainable Senior Living Construction is well under way in Yonkers, N.Y., Copyright Perkins Eastman Perkins Eastman designed the modular building that also meets Passive House standards, meaning it’s highly insulated and air-tight so it needs smaller and less expensive mechanical equipment than other buildings of a similar size.