BD+C

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

8 strategies for multifamily passive house design projects 0 qpurcell Mon, 11/20/2023 - 12:22 Sustainability Stantec's Brett Lambert, Principal of Architecture and Passive House Certified Consultant, uses the Northland Newton Development project to guide designers with eight tips for designing multifamily passive house projects.

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Pro Builder

JUNE 14, 2021

Design Trends Survey: What's in Store for Housing's Look and Feel. A recent survey of architects and design-minded home builders reveals what's in store for the look and feel of housing during the next three to five years. Mon, 06/14/2021 - 08:00. Caroline Broderick, Associate Editor. . Trends in Exterior Cladding.

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Green Building Law Update

JANUARY 8, 2017

As you consider what’s “in” and what’s “out” in 2017, within the realm of green building, Passive House is in. This “passive” approach, in contrast with active systems based on a constant supply of conditioned air by HVAC systems is the basis of Passive House. Governments in North America are beginning to drive Passive House.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Marketing Tips for Women in Residential Construction. How the leading home buying demographic can get ahead of the design game. Balancing career and family means sometimes our houses aren’t pristinely clean. One working mom and interior designer told me her idea of housekeeping was low level lighting. Home Design.

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Pro Builder

OCTOBER 1, 2020

How Excessive Design Standards Hurt Home Affordability. Stringent residential design standards imposed by local governments are affecting housing costs; the impact of new residential construction on the broader economy (chart). NAHB Housing Policy Briefing. Design Standards Gone Too Far.

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Construction Marketing

DECEMBER 26, 2023

Initially designed for transporting goods, shipping containers have transcended their original purpose. Their uniform dimensions make them ideal for modular designs. Their standard length and width dimensions remain consistent with regular containers, ensuring ease of transport and integration into various construction designs.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 20, 2023

Cracking the code of affordable housing 0 qpurcell Fri, 10/20/2023 - 09:03 Affordable Housing Perkins Eastman's affordable housing projects show how designers can help to advance the conversation of affordable housing. million homes that are accessible to low-income renters. It’s so destabilizing,” she adds.

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Pro Builder

JULY 28, 2020

4 New Live/Work Housing Design Solutions. Live/work designs are nothing new, but they have a fresh relevance due to the coronavirus. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. The following plans present thoughtful solutions to the challenges of designing and developing live/work projects. Live Work SFD.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 22, 2018

Highlighting those trends is the Australian Construction Industry Forum’s (ACIF) newly released Australian Construction Market Report, which offers an outlook for residential, non-residential and engineering construction across the country over the next 10 years. Australian Construction Market Report: A Brief Overview.

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BD+C

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. faces a housing deficit of 3.8 million units.

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Pro Builder

MAY 12, 2021

How the Pandemic Will Shape the Future of Off-Site Residential Construction. The COVID-19 pandemic turned residential construction on its head, as contractors navigated the onslaught of supply chain upheavals, operational restrictions, a volatile economy, and an erratic housing market. . Wed, 05/12/2021 - 06:00.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 3, 2021

4 Diverse Live/Work Designs. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. Although live/work buildings have become integral to a walkable community, they must be designed with a certain amount of flexibility to survive financially. On the Boards: 4 Home Designs Offering a Variety of Looks/Lifestyles. cbroderick.

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 20, 2022

6 Barriers to BIM Adoption in the Housing Industry. Building information modeling has the potential to modernize the housing industry, but residential and low-rise multifamily housing developers face barriers to its adoption. What’s Standing in the Way of BIM Modernizing the Housing Industry? Anna Liza Montenegro.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 16, 2023

The impact of office-to-residential conversion on downtown areas 0 qpurcell Mon, 10/16/2023 - 08:29 Office Buildings Gensler's Duanne Render looks at the incentives that could bring more office-to-residential conversions to life. Clair West , Toronto, Ontario.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 15, 2021

How Sacramento Plans to Change Construction Process to Address Housing Needs. Due greatly to construction challenges, California’s housing affordability and shortage are noted as one of the country’s most severe. Construction has continually failed to meet housing production targets for more than a decade, underproducing roughly 3.4

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BD+C

MAY 15, 2024

Modular adaptive reuse of parking structure grants future flexibility 0 qpurcell Wed, 05/15/2024 - 08:40 Adaptive Reuse The shift away from excessive parking requirements aligns with a broader movement, encouraging development of more sustainable and affordable housing. Hartford, Conn.; and San Jose, Calif., have in common?

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Affordable Housing That LEEDs in Being Green and Sustainable. Profiles of three outstanding affordable housing projects recognized by the U.S. The Arroyo LEED Platinum Affordable Housing. Could we create an urban housing typology that does as much for its neighborhood as it does for its residents? Tue, 09/01/2020 - 07:00.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 11, 2023

The content of ICC/THIA Standard 1215: Design, Construction, Inspection and Regulation of Tiny Houses for Permanent Occupancy will continue to cover tiny houses used for permanent occupancy on a foundation or on wheels as addressed in the IRC.

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Housing Inspections Certification Regulation 98

BD+C

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

3 affordable housing projects that serve as social catalysts 0 qpurcell Mon, 09/25/2023 - 12:49 Affordable Housing Trish Donnally, Associate Principal, Perkins Eastman, shares insights from three transformative affordable housing projects. Housing is Fundamental “Housing is absolutely essential to human flourishing.

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BD+C

JUNE 14, 2024

AEC inspections are the key to financially viable office to residential adaptive reuse projects 0 dbarista Fri, 06/14/2024 - 08:45 Multifamily Housing About a year ago our industry was abuzz with an idea that seemed like a one-shot miracle cure for both the shockingly high rate of office vacancies and the worsening housing shortage.

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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. This building is often designed in a way that makes the home energy-efficient, meaning that energy-efficiency measures and other features are included in the design and construction of the home.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 20, 2020

On the Boards: 4 Home Designs Offering a Variety of Looks/Lifestyles. Four designs that showcase a range of housing types, architectural styles, and lifestyle needs. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. DESIGNER: Seth Hart, DTJ Design , shart@dtjdesign.com , 303.443.7333. DESIGNER: Larry W.

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Pro Builder

MARCH 18, 2021

How Design Trends from the Pandemic Will Carry On This Year. Weeks turned into months, which turned into a year, and now the pandemic's effects have shifted home design in order to accommodate this new normal. Looking toward the future, Housing Design Matters predicts working from home is here to stay. cbroderick.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 18, 2018

The construction industry’s future looks pretty bright, according to a recent report that found residential and commercial construction will keep growing in the near future. If you’re in residential construction, you might expand to commercial buildings. Building a new team in house or setting up a new office can be big undertakings.

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Construction Business Owner

MARCH 31, 2023

Bundle Propane Generators & Appliances for More Affordable & Resilient Protection Make propane generators an easier sell by using propane for critical systems mhodges Fri, 03/31/2023 - 14:23 A reliable propane standby generator is a key part of resilient design.

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Green Building Law Update

FEBRUARY 2, 2020

That new code modified the 2019 California Building Standards Code regulating allowable mix design and materials for plain and reinforced concrete. Possibly most significant, the code provides a form of non-residential specification and residential specification that could be a model for construction contract provisions.

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Pro Builder

JANUARY 12, 2022

Remote Work and Cryptocurrency Are Driving up Demand for Luxury Houses. As residential sales nationwide reach historic gains, luxury homes in Manhattan are closing at prices above $10 million, while some exurban properties are also exceeding seven figures, according to Realtor.com. Housing Markets. Wed, 01/12/2022 - 10:30.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 30, 2023

A lasting housing impact: Gen-Z redefines multifamily living 0 qpurcell Thu, 11/30/2023 - 17:00 Multifamily Housing Nathan Casteel, Design Leader, DLR Group, details what sets an apartment community apart for younger generations. There’s a good chance you’ve lived in an apartment or student housing facility at some point.

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Green Building Law Update

MAY 10, 2020

As of April 1, 2020, more than 216,000 residential dwellings have been certified to the NGBS through NGBS Green, the third-party certification program administered by Home Innovation Research Labs. The 2020 version of the ICC 700 National Green Building Standard (NGBS) is now available for free download and public use.

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Pro Builder

MAY 27, 2023

In a recent meeting , a client questioned why so many industries can find ways to create more affordable solutions but the housing industry can’t. Why not housing? How to Design for the Build-for-Rent Market Multigenerational Living Communal living is expected to rise, both in the form of co-living and multigenerational living.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 30, 2021

Home Design Details That Add Distinction. Drawn from winners of the 2020 Best in American Living Awards, these design details can inspire home builders with fresh new ways to differentiate their homes in a competitive market. The push-pull of that modern dynamic creates a kind of zeitgeist—or, in housing lingo, a trend.

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 2, 2022

Home Designs Offering Outdoor Living Opportunities on Smaller Lots. These designs manage to marry small lots with vibrant outdoor living spaces. These designs manage to marry small lots with vibrant outdoor living spaces. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. Design Ideas for Outdoor Living on Small Lots.

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CivilJungle

DECEMBER 30, 2023

When it comes to building a home, many people dream of luxurious and grand designs. However, sometimes, it’s the small and elegant houses that capture our hearts and leave a lasting impression. These charming and practical abodes, often referred to […]

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Civil Lead

APRIL 21, 2021

Standard Room Sizes When we plan to construct our dream house, we want it to have proper sunlight and ventilation. Read more.

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Civiconcepts

JUNE 10, 2020

The post What Is The Strongest Foundation For A House appeared first on Civiconcepts.

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Pro Builder

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

Housing Outlook: Is This a Recession … or Not? The current housing slowdown is a reality, but determining whether we’re in a recession right now isn’t so clear. After a two-year period of frenetic activity spurred by low mortgage rates and rising home prices, the housing industry has its finger on the reset button. “I

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 27, 2021

Comfort Systems Road Map: A Plug-and-Play Residential Duct System. Today, PEX is the predominant plumbing system in new residential construction. . Part of the project was to develop a design methodology for determining the length and number of duct runs. Mon, 09/27/2021 - 15:05. Eric Werling. In 2015, Pittsburgh-based IBACOS.—a

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