Job Order Contracting

AUGUST 19, 2024

The Master Builder concept is an ancient approach to construction, where a single individual or entity is responsible for both the design and the construction of a project. Historical Examples : Many iconic structures from ancient times including medieval cathedrals, Roman aqueducts, were built under the master builder model.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

Total Cost of Ownership Model Informs Future-Focused Facility Planning 1 kcichowicz Tue, 09/17/2024 - 10:00 TCO data-informed decisions can help owners, planners, designers, builders, and contractors strategically manage costs over an asset or portfolio’s lifecycle. Are your estimates out of date or reflective of past conditions?

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Job Order Contracting

SEPTEMBER 11, 2023

While alliance contracting is typically a term applied in the Australia and the UK to a model applied to large complex projects, its core aspects have been in place for both Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) for major projects, and LEAN, Open Job Order Contracting for years, if not decades.

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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. Architects Design and plan construction projects, considering both aesthetic and functional aspects.

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Pro Builder

JULY 14, 2021

The True Value of 3D Modeling for Home Builders. More than a marketing tool, 3D modeling can save time and money by providing greater accuracy. For an increasing number of them, this transition entails moving from two-dimensional (2D) drawings to three-dimensional (3D) digital modeling. The Path to 3D Modeling.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 16, 2024

How AI can augment the design visualization process 0 qpurcell Wed, 10/16/2024 - 12:43 AEC Tech Blog author Tim Beecken, AIA, uses the design of an airport as a case-study for AI’s potential in design visualizations. However, for design professionals, AI signifies much more than just a fancy addition to our gadgets.

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Construction Marketing

NOVEMBER 9, 2021

To save yourself from the possible hassle, here are some tips that will help you choose the best construction design software for your project: 1. So, you’ll need to categorize yourself not merely according to whether it is a small or big construction design company but also according to your unique needs as a company. .

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Virtual Design & Construction Manager. Breawn Felix is a virtual design and construction manager at Swinerton, and has helped her company identify solutions to enable virtual collaboration internally for design teams and externally for coordination with subcontractors and inspectors. Vice President - Technology & Innovation.

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Construction Business Owner

SEPTEMBER 30, 2024

Not many years ago, it would have been impossible to design, plan, and execute an entire building plan from a single, three-dimensional blueprint via building information modeling (BIM) technology, but today it is. This is why construction companies must undergo a construction digital transformation (e.g.,

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Pro Builder

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Builder of the Year Ivory Homes' Innovation Agenda. He was like, ‘I can really do something because there are so many capable people who are willing to collaborate and innovate.’” Design Within Reach—Exploring Attainable Housing Options. The Prize of Innovation. Wed, 12/15/2021 - 17:31. Mike Beirne, Senior Editor.

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BD+C

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

How is artificial intelligence impacting data center design? 0 qpurcell Wed, 11/22/2023 - 17:00 Data Centers As AI is reshaping how we interact with machines and the world around us, the design of data centers needs to adapt to this fast-changing landscape. It then applies this knowledge to situations the model hasn’t seen before.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

JULY 5, 2018

Our customers are amazing, and they do incredibly innovative things with our construction software solutions and technologies. Every year, we give our customers the chance to showcase the new, innovative ways they have used software to transform their business through our Viewpoint Technology Awards. Located in Pasadena, Calif.,

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Pro Builder

AUGUST 18, 2022

Louis Lawyers Created a Replicable Model for Neighborhood Renewal. Louis lawyers Donna and Howard Smith created an innovative model for neighborhood renewal using a federal tax credits program to finance for-sale affordable housing in the city’s Jeff-Vander-Lou area. Thu, 08/18/2022 - 10:32. Over a decade ago, St.

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BD+C

JANUARY 20, 2020

Robotics in architecture and construction is transforming the way architects approach their designs. Just as the invention of ultra-strong Portland cement and innovative Building Information Modeling (BIM) software dramatically improved the way we design and construct buildings, robotics will have an equally integral role in our industry.

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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. By Heather Bender Photos courtesy Clopay Corp.

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Pro Builder

APRIL 18, 2023

Top 10 Ivory Innovations Finalists for the 2023 Housing Affordability Prize qpurcell Tue, 04/18/2023 - 09:57 Yesterday, Ivory Innovations announced the Top 10 Finalists for the 2023 Ivory Prize for Housing Affordability. Diamond Age is currently building entry-level homes for the 9th largest homebuilder in the U.S.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

AUGUST 31, 2023

The construction industry wouldn’t be where it is today if it weren’t for visionaries who dared to innovate. Innovators move businesses—and ultimately entire industries—forward. Autodesk University 2023 is the premier event for innovators in architecture, design, and construction. Check out the full session catalog here.)

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Pro Builder

MARCH 16, 2023

Top 25 Finalists for Ivory Innovations' Housing Affordability Prize esorum Thu, 03/16/2023 - 09:09 This year’s finalists in the Construction & Design category include solutions to the labor shortage as well as environmentally friendly building solutions focused on decreasing construction time.

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BD+C

OCTOBER 3, 2024

4 ways AI impacts building design beyond dramatic imagery 0 qpurcell Thu, 10/03/2024 - 07:52 AEC Tech Kristen Forward, Design Technology Futures Leader, NBBJ, shows four ways the firm is using AI to generate value for its clients. Machine Learning Validation Exercise for a Surrogate Daylight Model, Vincent Mai and Atharva Ranade.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

APRIL 26, 2022

While nothing beats a combination of training, safety culture, and leadership buy-in, innovation is playing an increasingly important role on- and off-site. . Another construction safety innovation is Newmetrix, designed to minimize risk through predictive analytics, safety observations, and safety monitoring.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

OCTOBER 27, 2022

Construction is a vibrant industry full of innovative and talented professionals. Through our Make It Real program, we encourage young people to engage with their communities by applying the design thinking process to real problems related to construction and the built environment. What inspired you to enter the design challenge? .

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

SEPTEMBER 28, 2022

Project stakeholders can now access critical model data with fewer steps; powerful new features provide greater control over cost and schedule management. The model is a great source of truth during design and planning, but data isn’t easily transferred to construction teams during the build phase of a project. New Orleans, LA.,

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Job Order Contracting

DECEMBER 13, 2020

There are several maturity models that describe the degree of maturity of an organization and/or associated projects. The various capability maturity models (CMM) can be applied to virtually any industry or market segment. Performance Evaluation Model for Project Managers Using Managerial Practices?, CHANGE MANAGEMENT.

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Construction Equipment

JUNE 30, 2020

has launched the Smart Industrial strategy, a new vision and operating model it says will accelerate its success in the integration of smart technology innovation with manufacturing. The strategy is designed to unlock new value for customers and to help them become more profitable… Deere & Co.

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Viewpoint Construction Technology

OCTOBER 9, 2018

Luckily, the construction industry is beginning to innovate by introducing new technologies which help increase productivity, reduce costs and provide sound ROI. Building information modeling (BIM) is growing increasingly popular in construction, and for good reason. BIM models can streamline projects.

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Construction Today

OCTOBER 20, 2023

These innovations are transforming the way buildings are designed, constructed, and maintained. Building Information Modeling (BIM) is a 3D modeling software that allows architects, engineers, and construction professionals to. The construction industry is constantly evolving with new technological advancements.

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BD+C

AUGUST 10, 2023

The present and future of crisis mental health design 0 qpurcell Thu, 08/10/2023 - 10:07 Healthcare Facilities BWBR principal Melanie Baumhover sat down with the firm’s behavioral and mental health designers to talk about how intentional design can play a role in combatting the crisis.

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Design Environment Modeling United States 97

Viewpoint Construction Technology

MAY 30, 2018

Because of the size of our industry, there is a momentum and a demand from our customers to innovate and provide more value, more cost-effective solutions, reduced timeframes, higher quality. Right now, the one that’s having the most impact for us is building information modeling (BIM), virtual design and construction.

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Construction Specifier

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

By Peter Krech Photos by Benjamin Benschneider Two projects in the Greater Seattle area with an integrated approach to facade design were recently completed by Graphite Design Group. Part of Amazon’s Denny Regrade campus, the project was the fourth block of a campus eventually comprised of nine buildings.

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Autodesk Construction Cloud

FEBRUARY 22, 2022

Construction innovations are progressing rapidly, and the industry now has a tremendous amount of resources to advance construction technology. As it continues to change at an accelerated pace, innovations will bring about even more developments and advancements. Josh talks more about these innovations on the Digital Builder podcast.

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Pro Builder

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Veev’s Amit Haller on Scaling Innovation and Shortening the Supply Chain. Last March, the company raised another $100 million to fund expansion into more production plants that design, manufacture, and assemble every component of its homes, including windows, doors, cabinets, and counters. Thu, 09/09/2021 - 12:56. Amit Haller.

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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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Housing Design Massachusetts Certification 95

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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Concrete Green Materials California 245

Pro Builder

JUNE 22, 2023

By shaving just a foot off the depth of the three-story, side-by-side duplex destined for an infill lot in Pittsburgh, he enabled Structural Modular Innovations to build three boxes at a time on its factory floor instead of only two. It’s about embracing manufacturing principles that everything has to be decided and designed beforehand.”

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Construction Enquirer

MAY 31, 2023

The power distributor is planning to shake-up its delivery model for infrastructure in what will be its largest investment programme in generations. Opting for a collaborative procurement model, The Great Grid Upgrade Partnership will be split into two major lots: covering consultancy and construction works.

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BD+C

SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

Generative AI can bolster innovation in construction industry 0 qpurcell Tue, 09/24/2024 - 10:48 AEC Tech Jeff Danley, Associate Technology and Innovation Consultant at Burns & McDonnell, suggests several solutions generative AI could have within the construction industry.

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Construction Specifier

OCTOBER 1, 2024

Whether creating new architectural expressions or rehabilitating architecturally significant historic buildings, from stick-built to unitized, “off-the-shelf” commodity to custom bespoke systems, utilizing insulating glass units or opaque spandrel panels, simple flat or complex geometry; it seems the sky is the limit with curtain wall design today.

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