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5 Steps to Cracking the Code for a High-Performance Home

The Pro Builder

For the past 14 years, an overarching objective of The New American Home (TNAH) program has been to achieve superior levels of energy and water savings, indoor air quality, and occupant comfort without sacrificing aesthetics or livability—or making the home’s occupants expend too much effort in maintaining that high performance.

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Improving Sustainability in the Construction Industry: A Complete Guide for 2025

UK Construction Blog

Four core strategies drive sustainability improvements: selecting renewable and recycled materials, implementing energy-efficient systems and renewable energy, adopting circular construction practices to reduce waste by up to 30%, and implementing water conservation methods.

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Top Sustainable Design Trends in the Commercial Sector

CCR Magazine

The use of renewable materials is also gaining momentum, reducing waste and improving building performance. Businesses are increasingly opting for solar panels, green roofs, and energy-efficient systems, which help lower costs, reduce carbon emissions, and create eco-friendly, functional spaces.

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Building Smarter: The Role of Modern Architecture in the Future of UK Construction

UK Construction Blog

These systems benefit enormously from early-stage architectural input that accommodates precision manufacturing. UK regulations are tightening around energy efficiency, embodied carbon, and biodiversity net gain. Offsite and modular construction techniques, for instance, are helping to reduce build times and improve quality.

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Infrastructure Work Kicks Off $5B Vermont All-Season Resort Expansion

ENR Construction

Since buying 1,095 acres of land in 2023 for $43 million , Great Gulf’s goal has been to develop a community that includes “immersive year-round events and amenities,” including a swimming pool with an indoor/outdoor roof, a fitness facility/spa and conveniences to be found along walking and mountain biking trails.

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Renovate or Extend? How to Choose the Right Home Improvement for Your Budget & Needs

UK Construction Blog

Being clear about these differences helps when communicating with contractors and affects how potential buyers view your property if you decide to sell. Updated kitchens, modern bathrooms, and energy-efficient improvements typically offer strong returns on investment, with some projects adding up to 10% to your property’s value.

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Coordination Is Pivotal to ASU West Tempe Projects

ENR Construction

A massive vault located in its basement will house a thermal storage system being built out by Willmeng that will connect to the TDUP. Herberger (left) and the TDUP (right) both went vertical at about the same time, requiring cooperation and communication from both project teams.