Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 31, 2023

Designed by the architecture firm, Brooks + Scarpa, this innovative project defies traditional apartment buildings by creating a welcoming cube design that prioritizes communal spaces with a courtyard which is open to the street. The mixed-use building features 279 m 2 (3,000 sf) of retail space and dedicates 12 units for low-income tenants.

Energy Efficiency 110

Energy Efficiency Flooring Systems Roofing Systems Building Materials 110

Natural Building

FEBRUARY 4, 2009

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

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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. The acoustic limitations at Kenilworth Road also affect the matchday atmosphere that drives team performance.

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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. In addition, the project targeted LEED Gold certification to qualify for the city of Seattles Priority Green expedited program. It achieved 52.4

Energy Efficiency 59

Energy Efficiency Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Building Design 59

Natural Building

APRIL 16, 2014

Chris Magwood’s Making Better Buildings is a comparative guide to sustainable construction for homeowners and contractors. To my knowledge, building science has never been approached with such an attitude of precise evaluation of all of the factors that affect the environmental impact of materials and building systems.

Roofing Systems 63

Roofing Systems Wall Systems Foundation Systems Flooring Systems 63

UK Construction Blog

JULY 9, 2025

With clear, practical strategies and expert advice, this guide aims to simplify damp proofing and provide actionable steps for tackling common moisture problems in any building. Penetrating Damp: Rainwater or groundwater gets through defects in roofs, walls, or window frames. Each type harms building materials differently.

Wall Systems 52

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Construction Specifier

MAY 23, 2023

California’s office tower (W)rapper is named after its wrapping steel exoskeleton, which provides support to the 16-story building. The building is not significant just for its appearance, but also for its sustainability features. This design allows the building to respond and move safely during seismic events. m (14 ft), 5.18

Flooring Systems 90

Flooring Systems Building Performance Measurement Energy Conservation Structural Systems 90

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Recent disruptions in supply chains, workforce shortages, and other obstacles to project schedules have led more owners and contractors to look for off-site, prefabricated construction methods to improve the quality and efficiency of their builds. Other advantages include the aesthetic quality and durability.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Heavy Equipment Manufacturing Building Materials Manufacturing 52

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. Roof Repairs or Replacement : Roof renovations typically cost 5,000-12,000 for an average UK home.

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Budgeting Environmental Impact Assessment Energy Conservation Property Management 52

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 17, 2017

Earlier this year we talked about the importance of sustainability in construction , and how buildings are responsible for more than 40 percent of energy usage across the globe. Each year more and more eco-conscious buildings are being erected across the world. Designed as part of the Living Building Challenge , the R.W.

Sustainability 52

Sustainability Green Building Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Key Takeaways Manchester United is building the UK’s largest football stadium with a 100,000-seat capacity on land adjacent to Old Trafford, designed by Foster + Partners as part of a £2 billion regeneration project set to complete by 2030-31. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3

Environmental Impact Assessment 52

Environmental Impact Assessment Infrastructure Development Renewable Energy Systems Project Management Consulting 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 22, 2024

With the rising demand for eco-friendly designs, homeowners and businesses seek innovative ways to incorporate green principles into their outdoor areas. Improve Practicality: Green designs are practical by nature. This includes ensuring easy access for maintenance or repairs so that systems like AC units can be serviced efficiently.

Energy Conservation 52

Energy Conservation Energy Efficiency Roofing Systems Green Building 52

CivilJungle

JANUARY 16, 2021

Bamboo as a building material has greater compressive strength and it is lightweight so that it is widely used as a construction material. Bamboo is a natural product which is widely used in the construction of partition walls floorings and ceiling panels and for roofing. Advantages of Bamboo. Bamboo Uses in Construction.

Architecture 69

Architecture Building Materials Roofing Systems Material Handling 69

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2024

This is not merely because the construction industry is going green too. The idea of a Green building makes sense from the viewpoint of benefits like reduced greenhouse emissions , cost savings, improved comfort, and greater compliance. It refers to a building’s exterior or front part.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

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Natural Building

MAY 27, 2013

Published in 2013 by Chelsea Green, The Greened House Effect: Renovating Your Home with a Deep Energy Retrofit , by Jeff Wilson, is a worthy read. The Wilson family had dreamed of building a new house in the countryside, abandoning their 70 year old house in Athens, Ohio. This includes foundations, floors, walls and roofs.

Renewable Energy Systems 63

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation Roofing Systems 63

Natural Building

MAY 19, 2007

Green Home Building and Sustainable Architecture. Sustainable architecture is an exciting and important field, with many people reviving traditional methods of building and others creating innovations to established practices. Kelly Hart has been involved with green building concepts for much of his life.

Green Building 40

Green Building Architecture Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems 40

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Smart construction practices are essential today, where climate change and unpredictable weather patterns make it increasingly important to build with foresight and resilience in mind. This may involve elevating structures, using flood-resistant materials, or creating damage systems.

Environmental Impact Assessment 64

Environmental Impact Assessment Risk Management Building Resilience Structural Systems 64

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 12, 2024

Whether you are building your commercial property from scratch or undergoing renovations, specialist yard drainage services can help you correctly assess the site and prevent complications and costly repairs in the future. Select Appropriate Drainage Materials The right materials are foundational for an effective drainage system.

Property Management 59

Property Management Risk Management Structural Systems Roofing Systems 59

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2024

The Queens Borough Hall Municipal Garage and Community Space won the Design-Build Institute of America’s 2024 National Award of Merit. The garage is New York City’s first ever municipal project contracted as a design-build construction undertaking, under the recently authorized NYC design-build legislation.

Building Design 52

Building Design Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 23, 2024

As part of WellSpan’s focus on sustainability, health system officials have underscored their commitment to keeping the vast majority of the WellSpan York Hospital expansion project local, finalizing a list of contractors in which more than 80% are from the immediate area. Green Building Council.

Green Building 52

Green Building Roofing Systems Environmental Consulting Specialty Contracting 52

Natural Building

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Cubo’s bamboo homes incorporate many aspects of the traditional “Bahay Kubo” including a raised foundation and louvers, a type of window blind that allows natural ventilation and light. Each house is made to order and can be customized to include elements such as solar panels on the roof.

Green Building 52

Green Building Foundation Systems Concrete Pouring Roofing Systems 52

Natural Building

MARCH 12, 2020

They look like a pretty diverse bunch, but they all have at least two things in common: They are here to learn to build their own environmentally friendly homes, and all of them are splattered with mud from head to toe. I attended my first natural building workshop in Oregon in 1993.

Building Materials Manufacturing 97

Building Materials Manufacturing Building Codes Building Materials Fire Protection System Installation 97

Construction Superintendent Magazine

JUNE 14, 2013

was recently awarded the Art Building Replacement Facility project, with a contract valued at approximately $51 million, for the University of Iowa, in Iowa City, Iowa. The new five-story, approximately 128,000-square-foot structure, will be concrete frame construction supported on drilled pier foundations. frontpage'

Ceiling Systems 40

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CivilJungle

JUNE 1, 2022

Also, Read: What Is Skillion Roof | Types of Skillion Roof | Uses of Skillion Roof | How to Build a Skillion Roof. The acquisition of interlayers, such as manufacturer buildings to office buildings, needs several extra layers inside the plant. Methods of Retrofitting Building.

HVAC System Installation 52

HVAC System Installation Fire Protection System Installation Energy Efficiency Structural Systems 52

CCR Magazine

AUGUST 26, 2024

Your roof is one of the most important parts of your home. But for many homeowners, roofing can seem complicated and confusing. How Roofs Work: The Basics At its core, a roof has one main job – to keep water out of your house. This creates a base for attaching the roof covering.

Fire Protection System Installation 52

Fire Protection System Installation Roofing Systems Fire Protection Systems Material Handling 52

CCR Magazine

FEBRUARY 18, 2025

Embracing Advanced Building Materials The home-building industry in Alaska is evolving rapidly, with advancements in materials leading the way. Smart Homes and Automation in Cold Climates Smart home technology is revolutionizing home building in Alaska, allowing homeowners to enhance convenience, security, and energy efficiency.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Resilience Prefabrication 52

BD+C

MARCH 2, 2023

The next steps for a sustainable, decarbonized future 0 qpurcell Thu, 03/02/2023 - 13:03 Sustainability For building owners and developers, the push to net zero energy and carbon neutrality is no longer an academic discussion. Government regulators are increasingly requiring that buildings perform more efficiently.

Renewable Energy Systems 52

Renewable Energy Systems Sustainability Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 52

UK Construction Blog

MARCH 5, 2024

Historical Significance of Oak Oak has a venerable history in the UK, serving as a traditional building material for centuries. For one, green oak , or freshly cut oak, has inherent properties that allow it to harden and strengthen as it ages, thus ensuring durability.

Roofing Systems 64

Roofing Systems Building Materials Manufacturing Structural Systems Quality Assurance 64

UK Construction Blog

APRIL 7, 2024

Historical constructions, with their robust stonework and intricate designs, provide a foundation for modern architects to build upon. Award winning Scottish architects cleverly incorporate sustainable materials and green technologies, proving that functional living spaces can also be environmentally conscious.

Architecture 64

Architecture Historic Preservation Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 64

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Older masonry structures from many eras, including libraries, town halls, commercial blocks, and school buildings, stand at the geographic center of many communities, holding symbolic meaning and serving varied needs and purposes. What is Overcladding?

Masonry 52

Masonry Wall Systems Renewable Energy Systems Flooring Systems 52

UK Construction Blog

JANUARY 19, 2024

The post Eco-Friendly Construction: Building Sustainable Garden Rooms appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Building sustainable structures is a growing trend in the construction world. They focus on using eco-friendly techniques and resources to construct buildings that are helpful to the environment. You might ask?

Sustainability 64

Sustainability Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Energy Conservation 64

Building Radar

JANUARY 21, 2020

Lean and green – an abstract of the green construction industry Green construction, referring to both structure and the utilisation of environmentally sustainable and resource-efficient processes, no longer bears the stigma of companies run by starry-eyed idealists or business hippies. The future of green construction 1.

Lean Construction 52

Lean Construction Green Building Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency 52

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 26, 2025

Accessibility – Got a steep roof? You’re not paying for someone to rock up with a bucket and guess their way around the roof. Water backs up into the roof cavity. And don’t get started on what happens to your foundations if water’s pooling around them. They’ve worked on every kind of roof you can think of.

Roofing Systems 52

Roofing Systems Ceiling Systems Foundation Systems Green Building 52

Stok

AUGUST 19, 2021

An integrated design charrette allows stakeholders like the investment team, property management, and building occupants to share their perspectives and ideas about the project at a time when their feedback can still be easily and inexpensively incorporated into the design. A few of these key strategies are outlined below. #1:

Renewable Energy Systems 52

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Construction Specifier

JUNE 17, 2024

2 Buildings are responsible for approximately 42 percent of CO2 emissions, 15 percent of which is attributed to the embodied carbon of materials. trillion sf) of building floorspace by 2060—equivalent space of New York City added every month for 40 years—the time for the industry to act is now. Millions of properties across the U.S.

Sustainability 105

Sustainability Building Resilience Environmental Impact Assessment Building Materials Manufacturing 105

CCR Magazine

OCTOBER 7, 2024

Keeping in view the psychological effects of climate change the construction industry has to find ways of how it can build structures that can effectively withstand the changing climate conditions. In addition to bearing these characteristics, a resilient building is flexibly designed, resource efficient, and energy efficient as well.

Building Resilience 52

Building Resilience Renewable Energy Systems Energy Efficiency Building Performance Measurement 52

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2025

The focus now includes how well a building serves its occupants and the environment, especially in the face of increasing climate challenges. Integrating sustainability and health with LEED and WELL A roof uses vegetation to manage stormwater, improve insulation , and reduce the urban heat island effect.

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