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. Upgrading to energy-efficient motors can result in substantial energy savings.

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 26, 2025

The post Top 10 Construction Defects: Prevent These Costly Building Mistakes appeared first on UK Construction Blog. 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.

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 26, 2025

Photos courtesy Huntsman Building Solutions and Groupe Valco In any construction project, the integrity of a building’s foundation is paramount. Ensuring the longevity and structural soundness of a foundation requires effective waterproofing. Contractor spraying the waterproofing coating over closed-cell sprayfoam.

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Rapport3

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

For David Chipperfield Architects , the drive to maintain high design standards while gaining critical insights from data led to an impactful digital transformation. As they began winning larger, high-stakes projects, their leadership realised that their project management system lacked the rigour to support complex data requirements.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 9, 2025

These areas are home to diverse projects ranging from retail complexes to large-scale office buildings. The Foundations of Accurate Planning Accurate planning begins with a thorough understanding of the construction site. These surveys provide precise data on property lines, topography, and existing structures.

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Job Order Contracting

JULY 21, 2025

Build a Strong Cost Data Foundation – Strategies for Change A significant issue in public sector capital planning and associated repair, renovation, maintenance, and construction is the reliance on outdated, national average cost data and flawed location/economic multipliers. Build a Strong Cost Data Foundation 2.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Semi-detached houses, terraced properties, and closely positioned buildings mean most extension or conversion projects trigger Party Wall Act requirements. The Act covers three main scenarios: building new walls on boundary lines, working on existing party walls, and excavating within three or six metres of neighbouring properties.

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Building Radar

DECEMBER 10, 2024

The role of a project manager is pivotal in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the desired quality standards. Utilizing platforms like AI-driven project insights from Building Radar can streamline market research and decision-making, providing valuable data that informs strategic planning and execution.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 19, 2025

The post The Role of Groundworks In Building A New Home appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Groundworks are the foundation of any construction project, and whether or not your groundworks are done right can impact the success of building your new home. These buildings will be less complex than commercial ones.

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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.

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Natural Building

JULY 22, 2025

From the outset, Casa AYA aimed to be built in the most sustainable way possible and is the first straw bale home built to PassivHaus standards in Uruguay. The use of concrete was reduced by 93% compared to conventional construction by using raised foundations. The floor structure was constructed entirely from locally sourced timber.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 2, 2025

Strong structural integrity is the cornerstone of structures protecting lives and assets among changing pressures and temperature extremes. Setting new benchmarks in safety and resilience, pioneering engineering, sophisticated materials, and painstaking design produce buildings that withstand the worst challenges of nature.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 1, 2025

Whether they are leaning on public-private partnership (P3) or traditional delivery methods, owners and developers are recognizing the benefits of wood as a versatile, sustainable, and structurally efficient feature for their projects. Every metric ton of wood used in place of concrete and steel in the structure is estimated to avoid 3.9

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

The starting price sits at AUD 80,000, and choosing the right builder needs careful thought to meet quality standards and regulations. 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.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 24, 2025

However, selecting the right type of IBC and managing its usage effectively requires a detailed understanding of industry-specific needs and safety standards. Features like stackability and integrated valve systems further enhance their usability, enabling efficient dispensing and space-saving storage. </p>

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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

Benefits of Prefabrication Processes Prefabrication, or the act of constructing building components or entire buildings off-site and transporting them to their final location for assembly, offers several advantages over traditional on-site construction. Prefabrication offers exciting potential for navigating workforce challenges.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 8, 2025

This foundational vision will guide all subsequent decisions. Building Approval Following DA approval, you’ll need building approval (sometimes called a Construction Certificate), which verifies that your plans comply with the Building Code of Australia and other relevant standards. Creating a home office?

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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.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Paper-based documentation systems create bottlenecks, whilst Excel spreadsheets fail to provide real-time updates across multiple teams. Safety compliance presents ongoing challenges without proper tracking systems. Streamlined workflows replace time-consuming manual processes with automated systems.

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Commercial Construction Blog

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

A structured communication framework—such as regular meetings, real-time updates, and a shared project management platform—keeps all stakeholders informed and allows quick responses to emerging issues. Comprehensive Preconstruction Planning The preconstruction phase is crucial for setting a strong foundation.

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UK Construction Blog

JULY 23, 2025

The post The Role of Concrete in the Building and Renovation Process appeared first on UK Construction Blog. In this article, we’ll explore the importance of concrete in building and renovation, discuss how it supports modern construction needs, and share essential tips for ensuring its proper use.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Sustainability is also a big focus; new rules in the EU require all new buildings to be zero-emission by 2030. While green buildings cost more to build, they can cut long-term operating costs by up to 40%. It sets the foundation for building. AI alone can lower construction costs by 10–20%.

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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

MAY 22, 2025

The post Eco-Friendly Building: Reducing, Reusing, and Recycling on Site appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Architects and designers can help minimise waste by specifying materials that come in standard dimensions, which reduces offcuts and unusable remnants. Procurement also plays a major role in waste prevention.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 16, 2025

Tools like Building Information Modeling (BIM) and project management software offer real-time collaboration across stakeholders, reducing the margin for error and streamlining workflow. Sustainable Building Practices Sustainability is no longer a luxury but a fundamental aspect of responsible construction.

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UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Construction begins in summer 2025 with Limak International as the main contractor, the same company working on FC Barcelona’s Camp Nou redevelopment, ensuring world-class expertise for the 30-month build programme. You’d find it difficult to imagine a top-flight club operating from such a compact venue.

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CCR Magazine

JANUARY 30, 2025

Niche construction projects, such as custom horse barns , offer valuable insights into how precision, creativity, and attention to detail can come together to craft structures that align perfectly with client goals. Collaboration is one of the key takeaways from niche building.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 4, 2025

This made me look for different ways to build a home. I found that we could add eco-friendly features to these structures. These include energy-saving windows and systems to save water. The best part is that container homes take less time to build. This gave me a chance to use fewer new building materials.

Ceiling Systems 52

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 13, 2025

These structures come in various designs from compact lean-to models to spacious freestanding options, with panel thicknesses ranging from 4mm to 16mm to suit different UK climate conditions. Polycarbonate greenhouses are modern growing structures that use polycarbonate plastic panels instead of traditional glass.

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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

MARCH 4, 2025

Taking Measurements and Creating a Budget Taking accurate measurements forms the foundation of a successful garage renovation plan. For structural assessments, it’s worth consulting a professional to evaluate the soundness of foundations, walls, and roof before proceeding with major changes. You’re not alone.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 9, 2025

percent embodied carbon savings compared to the regional industry average 28-day standard-cured compressive strength, rising to as much as 68 percent with specific applications in the building. The design called for lighter, whiter concrete for the structure. It achieved 52.4 The projects global warming potential (GWP) table.

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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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Construction Daily News

JANUARY 25, 2025

There are countless incidents of commercial digging resulting in damage to foundation walls, underground utility lines, and root systems of iconic trees. It provides the framework on which workers can reach exterior windows and other elevated areas of the structure.

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UK Construction Blog

MAY 12, 2025

A quick scroll through social media often reveals videos and comments highlighting defects in modern new build developments, with many showing off the state of todays building quality. Although whats rarely discussed are the flaws in older buildings, which might actually be worse in terms of construction standards.

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UK Construction Blog

MARCH 14, 2025

An upgraded electrical system supports your maintenance activities effectively. Build or purchase a bench 36-40 inches high with a solid hardwood or metal top that can withstand heavy tools and parts. Install wall-mounted pegboards or slatwall systems to hang frequently used tools within easy reach.

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