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Boston Contractor Licensing Guide 2024: Steps, Permits, and State Differences

Contractors Liability Blog

City-Specific Note: Contractors in Boston often have to meet stricter local rules when they work on historic or high-risk projects. Here’s a look at the main differences: Local Permits and Inspections Boston demands extra permits if you plan to work on public or historic properties.

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

UK Construction Blog

This blog delves into the overlap of clean energy and planning controls. However, conventional air conditioning systems are energy-hungry and typically use fossil fuels. The UK is a country that wants to be a world leader in renewable energy. But installing them in old buildings is a challenging task.

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

UK Construction Blog

As the construction sector faces pressures such as climate change, housing shortages, and regulatory changes, architecture is stepping up to meet those demands through smarter design strategies and more efficient project delivery. These systems benefit enormously from early-stage architectural input that accommodates precision manufacturing.

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

UK Construction Blog

Preservation of Character : Renovation allows you to maintain the historical significance and unique charm of your property. 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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Modern Windows Revive 110-Year-Old Pennsylvania School

CCR Magazine

More than 110 years old, Steele Elementary School in Pennsylvania’s Harrisburg School District ( HBGSD ) has been revitalized and restored to its historic aesthetic, while expanding and improving its functionality for future decades. They passed the historic review board with no notes.”

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KMB, Metric Engineering Design EV Hubs: St. Augustine, FL

CCR Magazine

KMB Design Group, LLC (KMB) is excited to announce its collaboration with Metric Engineering for the design of thirteen (13) Electric Vehicle Hubs in the historic city of St. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and environmental stewardship, KMB is dedicated to shaping a more sustainable future through its engineering expertise.

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6 Wonderful Reasons the UK Needs to Embrace the Retrofit Renaissance

UK Construction Blog

Buildings can generate excess emissions due to ageing, poorly designed building envelopes, outdated HVAC equipment, lack of renewable energy access and more. New fit-outs throughout the building reduced embodied carbon by 42% and transitioned parts of the building to 100% renewable energy.