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Innovative Sustainable Materials Revolutionizing Residential Construction

Construction Daily News

Sustainable, eco-friendly construction is a top priority in residential developments. Not only is it required to meet tightening governmental standards, but the real estate market is becoming increasingly conscientious about wanting net-zero structures. for the most insulative wall system on the market.

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These Luxury Homes Rewrote Architecture Value Rules

Construction Daily News

million not for its size, but for 7,000 hardback books integrated into floor-to-ceiling architectural shelving. Four bedrooms and eight bathrooms support extensive patio systems, spa rooms, and integrated theater spaces. Entertainment-First Design in Edmonton A $4.19

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The Complete Guide for Moving Into a New Build

UK Construction Blog

Let’s help you turn your blank canvas into a real home, so you have one less worry. Create a Clear Plan for Your Move Moving into a new build often means coordinating with your developer, snagging surveyors, utility companies, and a removal company — sometimes all in the same week. That’s why having a clear plan is essential.

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Reinventing Empty Buildings via Office-to-Lab Conversions

Civil + Structural Engineer

These three factors capture many individuals’ attention, particularly real estate developers and owners. Some of these spaces are undergoing transformation to meet the growing need for research and development space. Converting commercial space to laboratory space is important for many reasons.

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Top Five Sustainable Building Trends

Business Facilities

Sustainable building practices are becoming more common, but are still seen as cost-prohibitive by many building and real estate leaders, according to a recent study by construction management firm Structure Tone. In search of energy-efficient comfort through ‘smart’ ceiling fans and thermostats.

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Brooklyn waterfront’s new architectural gem: Shining example of adaptive reuse

Construction Specifier

Developed by Two Trees Management, a real estate development firm, this architectural gem is the centerpiece of the 0.4-ha Powered by all-electric equipment, it boasts net-zero carbon emissions and a private water reuse system, reducing stress on city infrastructure. ha (11-acre) Domino Sugar Factory site.

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2023 BALA Winners: The Best of the Best

The Pro Builder

Floor-to-ceiling glass at the entry and along the length of the back façade blur the line between interior and exterior and frame views of the courtyard water feature at the front and the deck and landscaped yard at the back. PHOTOS: JM Real Estate Media Transforming a charming yet dated 1940s adobe home in Tucson, Ariz.,