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A two-story building on the campus of Technical University in Dresden, Germany, will demonstrate the facility of carbon-fiber reinforced concrete. Images (c) Iurii Vakaliuk, IMB, TU Dresden
Building Materials | June 04, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
But greater use of these materials still faces obstacles.
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Coronavirus | June 05, 2020 | Abundance: The Paladino Blog | Lauren Luckett
Three operational issues that must be prioritized for every building in order to achieve tenant trust are air quali...
Market Data | June 05, 2020 |
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The world's first carbon-fiber reinforced concrete building and what will college be like in the fall?
Sponsored Content | June 04, 2020 | Star Building Systems | Bill Beals, District Manager, Therm-All
With plenty of new changes on the horizon, let’s dive into the top building envelope code updates you need to know...
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Codes and Standards | June 04, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Provides new examples and background on mass timber calculations.
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Education Facility | June 04, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
KaTo and ZGF Architects designed the building.
Market Data | June 04, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Construction unemployment declines in 326 of 358 metro areas and is the show over for AMC Theatres?
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A two-story building on the campus of Technical University in Dresden, Germany, will demonstrate the facility of carbon-fiber reinforced concrete. Images (c) Iurii Vakaliuk, IMB, TU Dresden
Building Materials | June 04, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The world’s first building made from carbon-fiber reinforced concrete starts construction in Germany
But greater use of these materials still faces obstacles.
The Barnes Hall of Science at Franklin College, Franklin, Ind., underwent a complete renovation with a new wing.
University Buildings | June 03, 2020 |
DAVID MILLER, ASSOC. AIA, LEED AP
David Miller of BSALifeStructures offers technical advice on renovation of college and university laboratories and...
Photos: © Lauren K Davis
Healthcare Facilities | June 03, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
The CICU is part of a larger redesign project for the entire hospital.
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Codes and Standards | June 03, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
New law allows workers to sue GCs for wages in class action.
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Market Data | June 03, 2020 |
AGC
Association says new transportation proposal could help restore jobs.
Market Data | June 03, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
5 ways to improve cleanliness of public restrooms and office owners are in no hurry for tenants to return.
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Market Data | June 02, 2020 |
AIA
AIA issues three new and enhanced tools for reducing risk of COVID-19 transmission in buildings.
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Codes and Standards | June 02, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Options include rearranged seating, mobile ordering, designated flow spaces.
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Coronavirus | June 02, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Bradley Corp. offers five upgrades to make public restrooms more sanitary.
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Coronavirus | June 02, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Perkins and Will, Healthy Building Network advise against the use of antimicrobial building products
Even during a pandemic, antimicrobial building products may do more harm than good.
Market Data | June 02, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
New Luxembourg office complex breaks ground and nonresidential construction spending falls.
University Buildings | June 02, 2020 | Clark Nexsen Blog | Matt Pearson
COVID-19 hasn’t just upended healthcare delivery, the workplace, and all levels of education – the economic toll is...
All images courtesy Foster + Partners
Office Building Design | June 01, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Foster + Partners designed the building.
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Codes and Standards | June 01, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Buildings should have fall protection and restraint provisions for those who go on roofs.
Market Data | June 01, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Energy storage as an amenity and an entry-point for wellness screening everywhere.
WorkWell is made up up prefabricated components, and the building takes between six and nine weeks to be constructed and operational. Images: Leo A Daly and Turner Construction
Coronavirus | May 30, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
Modular WorkWell™ ecosystem can process up to 40 people per minute.
Image courtesy DPR Construction
Coronavirus | May 29, 2020 |
NEXT Coalition
The NEXT Coalition will challenge engineering and construction firms to enhance health and safety amid the Coronavi...
All renderings courtesy Soleil Lofts
Multifamily Housing | May 29, 2020 |
David Malone, Associate Editor
Each battery is linked to an on-site solar panel array.
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Codes and Standards | May 29, 2020 |
Peter Fabris, Contributing Editor
Streamlined sustainable design and construction process included.
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Market Data | May 29, 2020 |
AGC
Construction official urges senate and White House to quickly pass and sign into law the Paycheck Protection Progra...
Market Data | May 28, 2020 |
BD+C Editors
Using lighting IoT data to inform a safer office reentry strategy and Ghafari joins forces with Eview 360.
A new report, based on responses from more than 40,000 employees worldwide, found that companies struggle to sustain their corporate cultures when many of their associates are working remotely. Images: Cushman & Wakefield
Coronavirus | May 28, 2020 |
John Caulfield, Senior Editor
The office, now part of a larger workplace ecosystem, still reinforces employees’ connections with their companies....