Building Radar

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

For example, workers involved in high-risk or specialized projects, such as bridge construction or oil platforms, tend to earn more than those working on residential projects. According to recent surveys, those working on commercial construction projects can earn up to 30% more than those in residential construction.

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BD+C

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Suffolk Construction establishes Suffolk Sustainability Group Design veterans Steven Burke and Michael Swenson will lead the new sustainability initiative for Suffolk. Contractors Sustainability Sustainable Design and Construction Suffolk Construction, headquartered in Boston, has established the Suffolk Sustainability Group.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

This trend reflects a shift toward more sustainable and creative architectural practices. In residential projects, these containers are transformed into trendy, cost-effective homes. Commercially, they serve as unique office spaces, pop-up shops, and restaurants.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

Mass walls, often constructed using materials like concrete, stone, or brick, are designed to manage heat flow, making them essential for both commercial and residential buildings importance of mass walls. Residential Homes : Enhances comfort and reduces energy bills for homeowners residential construction strategies.

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Construction Marketing

APRIL 5, 2023

Sustainable Construction Practices Over the years, sustainable construction practices became more popular, driven by environmental concerns and the desire for cost savings. Green buildings, for example, use energy-efficient systems and sustainable materials, resulting in lower operating costs and increased tenant demand.

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Safety Services Company

DECEMBER 31, 2024

Based in Calhoun, Georgia, Mohawk Industries is the worlds largest flooring company, producing a wide range of products for residential and commercial use. Mohawk Industries has become synonymous with innovation, sustainability , and superior quality in the flooring industry.

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Green Building Law Update

MARCH 12, 2017

The Oaks is connected to the public transport network, providing customers with a range of sustainable transport alternatives. it all started with fire testing for homes), with over 2,261,237 BREEAM registered buildings across 78 countries in its sustainability assessment method. The shopping mall has 100% LED lighting. BRE Global Ltd.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Many builders also design and construct “high-rise” buildings that can be rented out for residential and recreational purposes. Building residential metal homes is easy because metals are extremely dense. Homebuilding Process. This material can be used for both interior and exterior building.

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Building Radar

NOVEMBER 18, 2024

The construction landscape in New York is set to experience a transformative year in 2024, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure, transportation, and sustainable urban development. The focus is on mixed-use developments that blend commercial, residential, and retail spaces to maximize urban real estate high-rise developments.

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BD+C

JULY 31, 2019

A new report about Sustainability in Hotels finds the hospitality industry is still consuming more energy and water than most other commercial and residential sectors.

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Construction Enquirer

AUGUST 4, 2023

Construction buyers reported a return to industry growth in July as a rise in commercial work saw output hit its highest level in five months. Robust increases in commercial building (index at 54.4) Around 35% of the survey panel reported a decline in residential work during July, while only 18% signalled a rise.

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Lets Build

JUNE 15, 2022

The increasing focus on green buildings is one of many areas where society is moving in the right direction, making whole-life sustainable buildings the only environmentally justifiable option for future construction projects. Mistakes from the past. We now know this material to be a leading contributor to CO2 emissions.

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Green Building Law Update

JULY 24, 2016

Department of Housing and Urban Development and the Department of Veterans Affairs released new guidance, changing their previous positions, now widely allowing residential Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) financing. There were not similar concerns expressed about commercial loans. Last week the U.S.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 26, 2025

Estimated improvements in residential and commercial energy codes, 19752022. Energy Information Administration, residential and commercial buildings account for approximately 27.6 Commonly used in residential and commercial buildings, it helps identify air barrier weaknesses and improve energy efficiency.

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., SITES v2 is a voluntary set of guidelines and performance benchmarks to assess the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of sustainable landscapes.

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Chianelli Estimating

MARCH 7, 2022

Making your next commercial building project successful starts with anticipating and estimating costs. The most common unit of measure used to estimate costs for commercial buildings is cost per square foot. Generally, the two most important variables to estimating the commercial cost per square foot are size and quality.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 20, 2017

But do you have a plan in place to ensure that you actually can grow and grow sustainably? For example, in the state of South Carolina , for any residential construction project costing $200 or more, or any commercial project costing over $5,000 requires a license. The government is, too.

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Building Radar

JULY 25, 2024

Understanding the landscape of commercial construction companies in the United States provides valuable insights for stakeholders, including investors, contractors, and industry analysts. Current Statistics on Commercial Construction Companies 1. Key Trends Affecting the Commercial Construction Industry 1.

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Construction Specifier

JANUARY 28, 2025

The systems flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of applications, from commercial buildings to educational facilities and residential developments. Low Embodied Carbon Locally sourced aggregates further decrease the environmental footprint, aligning with sustainable construction practices.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 31, 2023

For example, a 20-kW generator, which normally puts out 82 amps, can bump to as much as 125 amps to start an air conditioner, although it can’t sustain that. “If a generator overloads, it immediately will drop off the four biggest electric draws, then reapply them one at a time to make sure it doesn’t overload.

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Construction Specifier

MARCH 30, 2022

This number continues to grow year over year and is more than any other commercial roofing material. As a result, metal is becoming the roofing material of choice for both commercial and residential applications. Metal roofs are known for durability, environmental sustainability, variant styles, and versatility.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

The New York Build 2016 ( March 7th & 8 th ) focuses on a range of topic areas from construction regulation, major projects and upcoming contracts to sustainable building and the latest construction technology. Commercial & Home. Commercial/ General. Residential/ Valuation & Rating. Why Attend? Consultants.

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 12, 2016

The New York Build 2016 ( March 7th & 8 th ) focuses on a range of topic areas from construction regulation, major projects and upcoming contracts to sustainable building and the latest construction technology. Commercial & Home. Commercial/ General. Residential/ Valuation & Rating. Why Attend? Consultants.

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Green Building Law Update

SEPTEMBER 11, 2016

The concept is not new, but nationally including in Maryland, “residential” PACE programs were put on hold as a result of a directive in 2011 that Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac refrain from purchasing mortgage loans secured by properties with outstanding PACE obligations. Commercial PACE programs are still very new.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 20, 2022

The land market recorded its busiest year in nearly a decade in 2021 as land sales rose 6%, outpacing acquisitions of other commercial real estate properties like single-family rentals (5%), industrial properties (4%), and apartment buildings (2% Class A and 3% Class B/C), the National Association of Realtors reports.

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Building Radar

JULY 31, 2024

United States The United States continues to dominate global construction spending, driven by substantial investments in infrastructure, residential, and commercial projects. Switzerland Switzerland’s construction expenditure reflects its commitment to maintaining high standards in infrastructure and residential construction.

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Stok

AUGUST 31, 2022

.” — Colette Crouse , Director of Carbon Services, Stok The bill will have direct impacts on commercial real estate and construction, largely characterized by the extension and expansion of tax credits. per square foot to a sliding scale of $2.50- $5.00 per square foot to a sliding scale of $2.50- $5.00

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BD+C

JANUARY 14, 2021

Leaders in sustainable real estate know how to optimize energy. In fact, total end-use energy consumption by the residential and commercial sectors was about 21 quadrillion British thermal units (Btu) in 2019, which equals 28% of total U.S. end-use energy consumption in that year ( source ).

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Green Building Law Update

JUNE 26, 2016

SITES is a sustainable landscape rating system. And while it is a standalone tool for measuring landscape sustainability, in June 2015, Green Business Certification Inc., SITES v2 is a voluntary set of guidelines and performance benchmarks to assess the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of sustainable landscapes.

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Construction Specifier

APRIL 4, 2025

By David Gross Photo courtesy Beaumont Health Natural light sources and comfortable acoustics have become hallmarks of well-designed modern spaces, promoting health and wellbeing, sustainability, and aesthetic appeal. features animal-inspired decor.

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Construction Specifier

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

As conversations around sustainability and energy conservation gain traction, c.i. has received greater attention among both commercial and residential customers. s use has remained relatively limited to the commercial sector. on residential projects. By Joseph Goley The increased use of continuous insulation (c.i.)

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 10, 2020

Our residential and commercial buildings account for about 40% of total energy consumption in the United States. . The International Construction Codes, also known as I-Codes, set the minimum standards for constructing safe and sustainable structures. Mon, 08/10/2020 - 06:00. While they are legal requirements in the U.S.,

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BD+C

MAY 23, 2023

Hord Coplan Macht names Ilijana Soldan as Sustainability Manager Hord Coplan Macht, Baltimore, MD., has promoted Ilijana Soldan, AIA, LEED AP, EcoDistricts, NCARB, to Sustainability Manager. rcassidy Tue, 05/23/2023 - 13:29 HORD COPLAN MACHT Research-based designer will lead Sustainability Action Team and the firm's green initiatives.

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Construction Marketing

MAY 7, 2021

Most construction projects, whether commercial or residential, rely heavily on using steel as a primary material. Whether you’re running your own construction business or looking for materials for your residential home, you shouldn’t overlook the benefits of using secondary steel for your building project. .

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Lets Build

JULY 8, 2022

Further reading: Are 3D-printed buildings the future of sustainable construction? Commercial office space demand is also wavering, thanks to the switch to working from home. Yet those costs will ultimately be passed on to clients, affecting everything from residential property asking prices to commercial rents.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 1, 2018

The city council has specifically explored the need to upgrade unreinforced masonry buildings , which are likely to sustain significant damage during an earthquake. That being said, seismic upgrades likely make up a small portion of renovation projects in residential and commercial buildings across the region.

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 5, 2023

Rising volumes of commercial work and civil engineering activity helped to offset the steepest decline in residential construction output since May 2020. Higher levels of new work were attributed to resilient client demand, especially for commercial building. in April from 50.7 in March keeping it above the neutral 50 value.

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