Wolgast Corporation

OCTOBER 28, 2024

As a Design-Builder , we take on the role of advocate for our clients and put ourselves in their shoes while carefully making design and construction decisions. We are currently working on a building for Chippewa Nature Center that our Architect, Neil Frank, resourcefully designed using materials that would save time and money.

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Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 21, 2022

Shipping containers are excellent materials for building your dream home. They’re structurally sound and designed to withstand harsh weather conditions. Planning and designing are the most challenging stages when building a shipping container home. If you’re working at home, you might want to include a designated workspace.

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Plans Design Budgeting Budget 291

Construction Marketing

MARCH 19, 2025

Vehicle emissions, industrial pollutants, and airborne particles settle on surfaces, creating a layer of grime that dulls even the most striking architectural designs. Rain can wash away protective coatings, exposing materials to further damage. It also has a lasting effect on the buildings that make up a citys skyline.

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BD+C

MAY 6, 2024

The benefits of biophilic design in the built environment 0 qpurcell Mon, 05/06/2024 - 10:30 Biophilic Design Biophilic design in the built environment supports the health and wellbeing of individuals, as they spend most of their time indoors. In Los Angeles, our 13,482-sf office is LEED and Fitwel certified.

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Construction Marketing

JUNE 13, 2022

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is a certification that aids in improving building performance and reduces the impact on the environment. It provides guidelines to create an efficient and sustainable built environment that encourages market competitiveness and public health improvement. Materials and Resources.

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Certification Design Environment Sustainability 156

BD+C

JULY 20, 2023

Transform your work environment with biophilic design 0 qpurcell Thu, 07/20/2023 - 15:18 Biophilic Design Lauren Elliott, Director of Interior Design, Design Collaborative, shares various ways biophilic design elements can be incorporated into the office space.

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Environment Design Indiana Office 98

HardHatChat

APRIL 20, 2017

Anyone in the commercial construction industry knows there are a variety of certifications and designations that individuals, companies and projects can achieve to show they follow a high level of green commercial construction practices. Product and Material Selection. Preventing Construction Activity Pollution.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 6, 2022

From leaving on lights and fans to using energy-inefficient appliances, we waste significant energy as heat in our environment. Invest in materials like energy-efficient overhead cranes, and consider using a suitable on-site generator. Use Sustainable Building Materials. Use Prefabricated Material. Avoid Paper Blueprints.

Construction 240

Construction Environment Sustainability Software 240

Job Order Contracting

JANUARY 19, 2021

Traditionally, architects and engineers, prime contractors, specialty subcontractors, and material suppliers come together one time to execute a single project for a specific owner. What is the most critical factor in facilities management and sector?

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Construction Marketing

JANUARY 24, 2024

Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects. Engineers (Civil, Structural, Mechanical, Electrical) Civil engineers focus on the design and maintenance of infrastructure. Structural engineers design and analyze structures for stability and safety.

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Construction Project Management Electrical Safety 332

Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

Efficient management of the built environment is critical to the environment, economy, and our overall well being. Owner and design-builder planning, procurement, and project delivery teams MUST work together within a common information environment and share clearly defined, mutually beneficial goals.

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Procurement Construction Environment Renovating 263

HardHatChat

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

Traditionally, GCs are brought into projects after the design is completed, but involving them earlier offers significant advantages that reduce risks and increase efficiency. Early Engagement for Improved Decision-Making Engaging GCs early provides Directors with critical insights that enhance the project’s overall design and feasibility.

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 22, 2024

Demolition/Reuse Construction and building management activities have a major effect on the environment, human health and the economy in general. Definition of planning, procurement, and project delivery execution methods and teams; 4. Construction 5. Use, operation and maintenance of the building; and 6.

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Sustainability Management Life Cycle Procurement 246

Construction Marketing

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

Cladding is a product of a variety of materials, including wood, metal, brick, vinyl, and composite, depending on the desired aesthetics and functional requirements. It offers resistance to factors like UV rays, which can degrade building materials over time. Cladding offers a harmonious blend of both visual appeal and performance.

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Safety Materials Drafting Defense 317

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 9, 2023

Cost savings of 30%-40% are possible local market requirements are known and shared by owners, design-builders, and others in a collaborative manner with a focus upon mutually beneficial best value outcomes. Commit to and support a collaborative work environment among internal and external planning, procurement, and project delivery teams.

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Products Management Environment Procurement 246

Construction Marketing

FEBRUARY 6, 2018

This way, you’re reducing the disruption of natural environments. It reduces the energy and emissions used within the structure after construction and requires less materials to make during. It also has a reduced impact on the local environment. It also has a reduced impact on the local environment. Size Matters.

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Puerto Rico Green Construction Materials 248

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 14, 2022

Many owners simply view Job Order Contracting (JOC) as a means to speed the procurement of repair, renovation, maintenance, and new builds that require minimum design. In fact, when implemented properly, subcontractor quotes can be validated within a JOC environment. Bridging the JOC Education/Training Gap. Sample JOC Proposal.

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Contract Procurement Consulting US 264

Construction Marketing

MAY 27, 2022

Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. They’re designed with lightweight materials, unlike permanent buildings that are normally composed of steel, bricks, lumber or other materials. They’re made of a material that’s resistant to corrosion.

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Fabrication Materials Retail Equipment 269

Autodesk Construction Cloud

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

of construction materials experienced a significant cost increase since 2020. It’s expected that continued demand for construction will keep prices of both materials and labor high through 2025. But, design and construction costs only account for about 10-20% of a building’s total lifecycle cost.

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Environment Documentation Autodesk Profitability 116

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

The importance of selecting healthy materials for K-12 projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/30/2024 - 13:17 K-12 Schools Clark Nexsen interior designers Anna Claire Beethoven and Brittney Just, CID, IIDA, LEED Green Associate, share why it is imperative to specify healthy building materials in K-12 schools.

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Materials Products Green Environment 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 26, 2024

An essential aspect is sharing objective, local market, granular labor, material, and equipment costs. The excessive use of “consultants” will not enable an environment of true owner and design/builder collaboration that is mandatory for optimization of outcomes. Collaboration involves both giving and receiving help.

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Industrial CSI Estimating Construction 243

Job Order Contracting

MARCH 26, 2024

Sustainable Facilities Management Practices involve a clear set of objectives, methods, and processes aimed at maximizing performance of the built environment with respect to economic and environmental resources in concert with meeting organizational mission needs.

Sustainability 246

Sustainability Management Renovating Environment 246

BD+C

JUNE 10, 2024

5 hidden benefits of mass timber design 0 qpurcell Mon, 06/10/2024 - 12:05 Mass Timber Mass timber is a materials and design approach that holds immense potential to transform the future of the commercial building industry, as well as our environment. This can be done multiple ways: gluing, nailing, or doweling.

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Design Environment Safety Materials 111

BD+C

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Trends in scientific research environments: Q&A with Flad's Matt McCord 0 dbarista Wed, 10/02/2024 - 13:54 Laboratories As part of an ongoing series, Matt McCord, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C, Associate Principal with Flad Architects, discusses the future of the scientific workplace. Q: How does that impact design?

Environment 98

Environment AIA Plans Idaho 98

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 15, 2025

This growing problem underscores the need for specifiers to take proactive measures to protect building exteriors during the design and construction phases and beyond. By implementing suitable materials and design strategies, specifiers can help their clients maintain pristine business fronts and ensure the longevity of the building designs.

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Commercial San Francisco Materials Visualization 59

Job Order Contracting

JULY 25, 2024

Specifically, managing and leveraging the dependencies between various disciplines like planning, design, engineering, procurement, project management, builders, and other service providers remains the greatest challenge to most organizations and a common failure point. Mandatory initial and ongoing training for all. #6.

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Procurement Plans CSI Renovating 246

BD+C

AUGUST 7, 2023

7 lessons learned from 40+ years planning and designing senior living environments 0 rcassidy Mon, 08/07/2023 - 20:04 Senior Living Design Brad Perkins, FAIA, a pioneer of senior living design in the U.S. Bradford Perkins, FAIA A pioneer of senior living design in the U.S. Lobby at Sun City Minato Mirai.

Environment 98

Environment Plans Design Modeling 98

The Korte Company

OCTOBER 22, 2024

The Korte Company was awarded a Design-Build project by the Highland C.U.S.D. #5 The 8,753-square-foot renovation project is the first Design-Build school project for The Korte Company in Illinois and comes on the heels of the passage of Public Act 103-491 (aka the Municipal Design-Build Authorization Act).

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Illinois Design Renovating Safety 52

Construction Marketing

MAY 17, 2023

Due to the quick adoption of new tools and technologies, keeping competitive and being successful in the current environment of the construction industry are now closely related to implementing technological innovations. The construction industry is undergoing a remarkable transformation as it embraces the digital age.

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Innovation Construction Safety Budgeting 273

Construction Specifier

JANUARY 13, 2025

With commercial architects and designers emphasizing openness and flexible use of space, elements such as sectional doors are getting much more attention. In response, door manufacturers are developing engineering and design features to serve a broader range of commercial environments.

Commercial 59

Commercial Overhead Safety Retail 59

Job Order Contracting

JUNE 27, 2024

Focus on a developing a detailed Scope of Work from day one and work collaboratively with all constituencies (owners, design-builders, planners, procurement, facilities management…). Work as part of an integrated planning, procurement, and project delivery team. the jobsite.

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Estimating Construction Procurement CSI 246

Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 30, 2024

As the demand for innovative hospitals, behavioral health centers, and ambulatory clinics continues to rise, woven metal fabric is an attractive, resilient, and dynamic material that can be used to construct positive patient experiences and built environments that support physical and mental healing. Why metal fabric?

Fabrication 59

Fabrication Materials Design Miami 59

BD+C

JULY 25, 2023

The latest 'five in focus' healthcare interior design trends 0 qpurcell Tue, 07/25/2023 - 09:45 Designers HMC Architects’ Five in Focus blog series explores the latest trends, ideas, and innovations shaping the future of healthcare design. Sergio Lechuga, CID, is HMC’s Director of Interior Design.

Design 98

Design Environment Los Angeles Education 98

Job Order Contracting

APRIL 20, 2020

Public and private sector real property owners and facilities management professionals can leverage LEAN JOC to achieve more efficient use of existing capital resources in a full transparent and compliant planning and operating environment. It is not simply a LEAN “philosophy”, but a robust operating environment.

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Contract Life Cycle Environment Renovating 205

Construction Marketing

OCTOBER 19, 2023

This plan can also identify any areas that might need more energy-efficient building design and operations. Using natural light can save on energy usage during the day; natural lighting can also create a comfortable work environment. This will ensure that no old insulation is interfering with the efficiency of the new materials.

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Construction Site Materials Equipment 283

Construction Marketing

MAY 16, 2022

In the construction industry, wood is probably one of the most popular materials used. And since steel material offers versatility, you can easily modify the building’s design and layout in the future as your needs change. These companies can help you design, construct, and deliver steel agricultural buildings.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

AUGUST 23, 2017

We understand the importance of designing and building with the environment in mind. BIM provides architects, contractors, and engineers an accessible platform to easily collect LEED data and analyze green building benchmarks as part of the design and build process, before the construction phase. Prioritize LEED credits.

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Certification BIM Viewpoint Green 200