Construction Specifier

JUNE 6, 2025

Considering the changing landscape of the entertainment industry, with technologies such as virtual reality and new venues such as the Sphere in Las Vegas, venue owners and managers have looked to repurpose their properties whenever possible. This enables a swift resolution for maintenance, color updates, or design changes.

Modular Construction

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 30, 2024

Composed of multiple layers of high-performance glass, this type of facade system offers transparency and a clean design. If you look at the urban skyline, youll see that it has become a canvas for these aesthetically pleasing structures. As a result, the demand for lighting and HVAC systems reduces significantly.

Architecture

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Architects are no longer just visualising structures; they are modelling them with real-time data on materials, costs, and sustainability metrics. These systems benefit enormously from early-stage architectural input that accommodates precision manufacturing.

Architecture

CCR Magazine

DECEMBER 16, 2024

The following are the key types of boom lifts: Articulating Boom Lifts: These boom lifts include several jointed sections that enable it to go around or over structures, making them effective for complex work issues. These machines consist of a platform or bucket on a hydraulic arm that enables workers to reach inaccessible areas safely.

Lifts

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

Panelised Homes: Walls and roofs are pre-fabricated in panels, speeding up onsite construction. Photo by KATRIN BOLOVTSOVA Streamlining Permits Many kit home providers offer turnkey solutions that include managing council approvals, which can ease the burden on buyers unfamiliar with the regulatory landscape.

Building Code Compliance

UK Construction Blog

JULY 15, 2025

Whether you’re looking to create an elegant dining space, a year round garden retreat, or a distinctive extension that adds substantial value to your property, understanding the complete landscape of oak framed orangery kits will help you make an informed decision that suits your budget, timeline, and design aspirations.

Fire Protection System Installation

UK Construction Blog

JUNE 24, 2025

Innovative sustainable design features include a distinctive umbrella-like canopy with integrated solar panels, rainwater harvesting systems, and acoustic engineering to amplify crowd atmosphere whilst maintaining environmental responsibility. The project promises significant economic benefits with Oxford Economics projecting £7.3

Environmental Impact Assessment

Natural Building

AUGUST 4, 2025

The roof had caved in. That house, built entirely from local materials—earth, straw, timber—was more than a structure. It blended into the landscape so seamlessly, it might not even show up on a satellite map. It was surrounded by cement homes with sheet metal roofs that didn’t feel like they belonged. That’s old.

Roofing Systems

The MCP Group

MAY 20, 2025

They include but are not limited to, Site Demolition, Earthwork, Site Utilities, Landscaping & Irrigation, Striping, ADA Signage, Cast-In-Place Concrete, Masonry Veneer, CMU, Structural Steel, Misc.

Carpentry

The Construction Index

JULY 31, 2025

As described by project architects Scott Brownrigg, the curved three-storey building “will activate a sweeping bend at the main entrance to the site and feature a sloping green roof, helping to embed the structure within the landscape and enhance biodiversity onsite”.

Construction Equipment

The MCP Group

MAY 5, 2025

The work includes site demolition, earthwork, site concrete, site utilities, landscaping & irrigation, selective demolition, cast-in-place concrete, stone, cast stone, unit masonry, structural steel, decorative railings, architectural woodwork, waterproofing & air barriers, metal wall panels, EPDM roofing, joint sealants, doors/frames/hardware, (..)

Fire Protection Systems

Natural Building

JUNE 2, 2025

With its expressive rooftop and bamboo construction, the structure opens broadly toward the coastal landscape and maintains a strong commitment to sustainability. The Intaaya Retreat is entirely self-sufficient in water, using a deep well and has a comprehensive rainwater collection system.

Roofing Systems

Natural Building

JULY 24, 2025

We drew inspiration from nature’s organic forms, aiming to integrate the house seamlessly into the landscape rather than imposing an artificial structure upon it.” “The By a stroke of luck, a storm felled several old fir trees nearby, which the couple repurposed for the roof. It’s a house where conflict seems impossible.”

Wall Systems

For Construction Pros

JUNE 10, 2025

An important driver is the evolving regulatory landscape. For example, all Vanguard lithium-ion batteries are equipped with an integrated Battery Management System (BMS). When we look at rental agreements for fuel-based versus electric assets, the core structure of the agreement might remain similar.

Electrical Systems

UK Construction Blog

JULY 22, 2025

The post Expert Roofers Norwich: Trusted Local Roof Repairs & Installation Services appeared first on UK Construction Blog. Roofing costs vary significantly by material and property size, ranging from £40-£180 per square metre, with complete replacements typically costing £3,500-£10,600 depending on house size and complexity.

Roofing Systems

Natural Building

MAY 30, 2025

In Ladakh, India’s highest plateau, residential architecture is shaped by extreme cold, intense solar radiation and arid landscape. Structures rely on locally sourced sun-dried mud bricks, rammed earth and timber, with hand-plastered walls and meticulously layered timber and compacted earth roofs engineered to withstand heavy snowfall.

Architecture

Construction Specifier

APRIL 22, 2022

Freestanding canopy systems can be specified for numerous project applications, fabricated with a choice of materials, and engineered to meet a range of performance requirements. Unlike attached canopy systems that typically designate a building’s entrances, these stand-alone structures are multifunctional. Structural support.

Structural Systems

The Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2024

This model was instrumental in evaluating numerous design elements and options, including: window sizes and the solar heat gain coefficient (SHGC) and thermal rating (U-factor) for each window unit; roof types; wall thicknesses; insulation thermal (R-) values; and the impact of various exterior colors on the home’s overall thermal performance.

Renewable Energy Systems

The Pro Builder

JULY 13, 2023

Horton Buys 250,000 Grass-Made, Structural Panels from Plantd qpurcell Thu, 07/13/2023 - 09:24 The nation’s largest homebuilder, D.R. Horton , is collaborating with innovative startup Plantd to install 250,000 alternative structural panels in over 1,000 homes. RELATED: Sustainable, Structural Panels Made From Grass Aside from D.R.

Building Materials Manufacturing

Civil + Structural Engineer

DECEMBER 6, 2023

Leading schematic design and design development, HGA also served as the engineers-of-record from beginning to end, providing structural, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP), including lighting design, audio/visual, and telecom/security. Rain landing on the low slope roof runs down to roof drains over the mechanical rooms.

Historic Preservation

GCP Applied Technologies

FEBRUARY 12, 2018

Best practices for waterproofing buried roofs. What are buried roofs? Typically part of an under-garden structure or landscaped area, a buried roof is either part of a basement that extends beyond the line of the main elevations, or an elevated deck accessible by people or traffic. Phillip.fry@gc….

Waterproofing Systems

Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of the construction industry, where precision meets creativity and innovation, effective marketing strategies are paramount for attracting top-tier talent across diverse construction job categories. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.

HVAC System Installation

GCP Applied Technologies

MARCH 16, 2018

Top questions to ask when designing a green roof. We all know the economic and environmental benefits of green roofs , but how do you ensure that your client’s vision of a green roof is realized? Today we had the pleasure of talking with Nick Smith of green roof system specialist Zinco International.

Waterproofing Systems

Civil + Structural Engineer

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Harshda Prasad, SE, LEED AP LPA Structural Managing Director Harshda Prasad on the benefits of working in a multidiscipline firm, and breaking down the myths of “big A, little e” and “big E, little a”. When I was working for traditional structural engineering companies, I was warned about integrated design firms.

Engineering

The Pro Builder

MAY 22, 2023

To do so, he combined and optimized several commercially available materials, products, systems, and practices—including insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural insulated panels (SIPs), and a “plug-and-play” ducting system—that currently live outside the mainstream of the housing industry.

HVAC System Installation

Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Since fabric buildings are tensile structures, the membrane can be pulled into a three-dimensional surface for developing shading, a roof, or a decorative component. For instance, you can construct fabric structures for mining operations and storage equipment for landscaping, construction, and automotive businesses.

Steel Fabrication

Construction Specifier

NOVEMBER 21, 2023

The campus boasts a thriving coastal live oak woodland ecosystem, diverse structures, and breathtaking views of San Francisco Bay. A high-performance building envelope minimizes thermal bridging, enhancing interior thermal comfort with substantial R values at the roof and walls. Notable glazing properties include 0.28 U-value, 0.27

Energy Efficiency

Construction Specifier

MAY 2, 2023

Harvard University Science and Engineering Complex (SEC) in Boston, Massachusetts, uses a specially designed hydroformed tensile facade system made of stainless steel to maximize energy efficiency and provide occupant comfort. The minimal tensile support structure of the panels allows views and daylight to penetrate into the interiors.

Energy Efficiency

The Pro Builder

OCTOBER 25, 2023

The New American Home (TNAH) 2023 not only showcases stunning design and views of the Las Vegas Valley but also serves as a model of high performance in home design, from the home's natural resource efficiencies and renewable energy systems to the healthy, comfortable indoor environment it provides for its owners. efficiency rating.

Energy Efficiency

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. Play. . .

Waterproofing Systems

GCP Applied Technologies

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Liquid applied waterproofing is essential for protecting many building structures. These flexible membranes are hand or spray applied onto surfaces such as balconies, podium decks and green roofs. This type of protection is also used to help extend the service life of structures such as car parks. . .

Waterproofing Systems

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Curtain wall systems are ever present in today’s commercial construction marketplace. Design-assist is a popular procurement method for curtain wall systems in today’s commercial market, intended to help resolve these challenges, particularly for custom curtain walls with unique performance requirements and/or unique material configurations.

Wall Systems

BDC Network

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Structural engineering solutions for office-to-residential conversion 0 qpurcell Thu, 09/28/2023 - 10:37 Office Buildings IMEG's Edwin Dean, Joe Gulden, and Doug Sweeney, share seven key focuses for structural engineers when planning office-to-residential conversions.

Engineering

Construction Specifier

JULY 7, 2023

New England and Greek Revival influences One notable architectural feature in New England is the use of brick-ended structures, which serve as a prominent design element for both public and residential buildings. The service area is situated to the east of the circulation desk, serving as a controlled staff zone.

Architecture

Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 5, 2023

Embedded into the Rocky Mountains, west of Colorado Springs, the low-rise structure of the Pikes Peak Visitor Center appears as if it was sculpted from the southeast face of the peak itself. It orients visitors within the landscape and hosts exhibitions that provide deeper insights into the history and significance of Pikes Peak.

Landscaping

BDC Network

OCTOBER 23, 2023

Once open, the building will be operated by 100% renewable energy and serve as a zero emissions structure. Moreover, Building 48 seeks to achieve all these goals with standard systems essentially available to everyone. Operational carbon: Building 48 will also be net zero carbon. There is no natural gas service to the building.

Renewable Energy Systems

Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

The renovated auditorium features improved seating, sightlines, and accessibility, along with enhanced finishes, energy-efficient lighting, and revitalized support spaces and building systems. The roof and ceiling plane echoes the region’s architectural vernacular and is expressive of the building program. “The

Roofing Systems