Construction Specifier

JULY 3, 2024

Photos courtesy California High-Speed Rail Authority Architecture firm Page & Turnbull have begun preservation and rehabilitation work of Fresno, Cal.’s s historic rail station for use as the first component of the intermodal high-speed rail (HSR) commuter station. Rendering of the inside of the train station.

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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. Renovations enhance your current home without significantly changing its structural footprint while improving functionality and aesthetics.

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CCR Magazine

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Once a premier office building and later serving as a major regional hotel and theater, the historic structure sat vacant and derelict for three decades at a prominent location in downtown Springfield. s Court Square neighborhood and setting the stage for the city’s long-term economic growth.

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Commercial Construction Blog

JULY 16, 2019

One of the first questions in any adaptive reuse project is what modifications need to be made to the existing floor plan and structure so the space works for its new purpose. What modifications or updates need to be made to building systems? This is especially true for things like fire suppression sprinkler systems.

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Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 16, 2024

By David Hohenstern Photo by Dean Riggott/courtesy Sto Corp A renovation can be triggered by a wide range of factors: water intrusion issues, delaminating exterior finishes, cold walls, and new fire and energy performance regulations. Often, it is a range of issues happening with increasing frequency that indicate it is time for an update.

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UK Construction Blog

AUGUST 1, 2024

Correct installation techniques and the use of protective coatings are crucial to enhancing the longevity and performance of timber cladding, ensuring it remains an eco-friendly and visually appealing choice. However, it’s essential to use separating membranes between layers during handling to protect the lacquer and avoid sticking.

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UK Construction Blog

APRIL 21, 2024

Along with steel, the British government obtained 7,000-square-metre (75,000-square-foot) cladding for the E-7 maintenance and mission systems training buildings. McLaughlin & Harvey reported that the 100-million-pound ($124 million) mission systems training facility is being built next to Lossiemouth’s P-8A Poseidon hangar.

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Roads Online

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

Shocks are sudden disasters like storms, floods, earthquakes, and fires that cause immediate damage. Stresses are long-term issues, like ageing infrastructure or rising sea levels, that gradually weaken systems over time. Additionally, it improves the impermeability of the pavement structure.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

He has been integral to projects that vary in scope and complexity—from small, historic structures to massive healthcare campuses.”. In addition to monitoring and simulation, the system enables decentralized communication and data management that allows facility lifecycle change management. Manager, Global Design Tech, Amazon.

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Commercial Construction Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2024

Instead of demolishing old buildings, many commercial remodels focus on the adaptive reuse of historic or outdated structures. This approach preserves cultural heritage while modernizing spaces for current use. Adaptive reuse is another popular trend.

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Building Information Management

JULY 26, 2012

performance building rating system in the United States. Alliance Environmental & Natural Systems Utilities, LLC. Alternative Energy Systems. Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems. Living Machine Systems, L3C. National Trust for Historic Preservation. New Leaf Systems, Inc.

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Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

d) Make recommendations for improving the effectiveness of protection in Federal facilities. Emergency” includes bombings and bomb threats, civil disturbances, fires, explosions, electrical failures, loss of water pressure, chemical and gas leaks, medical emergencies, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes. DEFINITIONS.

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Building Information Management

MAY 19, 2016

d) Make recommendations for improving the effectiveness of protection in Federal facilities. Emergency” includes bombings and bomb threats, civil disturbances, fires, explosions, electrical failures, loss of water pressure, chemical and gas leaks, medical emergencies, hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes. DEFINITIONS.

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The Pro Builder

FEBRUARY 18, 2024

Honoring the past while giving new life to a structure—and with it, often an entire neighborhood—requires creative thinking to successfully meld modern codes with preservation goals. Svigos Development requested Chicago Landmark status for the building and was able to use federal historic tax credits for its adaptive reuse.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 2, 2025

EIT, and Tom Jaleski, ICC Photos courtesy RDH Building Sciences As the design and construction industry shifts toward more eco-conscious building systems, mass timber has become a prominent element in this new direction. 2 Fire suppression/protection systems are required for most facilities.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. A Primer on MasterFormat TM.

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Building Information Management

JULY 27, 2016

In short, project teams, including owners, better deliver structures to according to their capabilities, requirements, timelines, and budgets. Masterformat is a multiple level data structure consisting of numbers and titles/descriptions used to organize information by “work results” or construction practices. 1995 Edition. Divisions.

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Building Information Management

JUNE 22, 2012

Leg islative Intent: Taxpaye r investment in Federal facilities must be protected and leveraged through the cost savings involved in maximizing building performance. Reviewers admired the system’s three levels of increasing knowledge, skills and abilities as a “concept”, but did not believe it was implementable government-­?wide.

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Bylt News

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

In addition, the town of East Hartford would had to approve a $45 million & tax incremental financing; agreement to build a 1,000-space parking garage that would be hidden behind a structure to buffer it from the river. million to help defray the price of demolishing the site’s current structures. Federal Nexus: 23 U.S.C. §

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CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 17, 2024

The unique construction methods and materials of the past require specialized attention to ensure your home remains safe, energy-efficient, and structurally sound. Even small cracks in the foundation can allow moisture to seep in, which may lead to bigger structural problems. Regularly inspecting your foundation is essential.

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CCR Magazine

APRIL 21, 2025

This is achieved by sealing gaps and preventing air leaks, which reduces the strain on HVAC systems. Beyond energy savings, this solution provides structural reinforcement. 7 per inch, providing superior thermal resistance and structural support. Department of Energy, it can reduce energy costs by an average of 15%.

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CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 9, 2025

From restoring a historic Queen Anne Victorian home to revitalizing a community amphitheater, this years projects showcase the versatility, performance, and beauty of asphalt roofing systems. This robust design accommodates thermal expansion and contraction while providing long-term protection and ease of maintenance.

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