Mon.Oct 03, 2022

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Custom Home: A Modern Design of Light and Magic

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Custom Home: A Modern Design of Light and Magic. ibush. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 09:00. This light-filled California custom home reached back into the past to create a stunning present and a memorable future with a design that offers diverse outdoor living options and an invitingly warm, modern aesthetic. Rich Binsacca, Editorial Director. Every custom home has a story.

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Study: Oil, Gas Site Flaring Releases Much More Methane Than Previously Estimated

ENR Construction

Unburned gas makes up as much as 10% of U.S. petroleum-based emissions, University of Michigan researchers claim in journal Science, as Europe probes methane leaks from Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines that could be sabotage.

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20-Year High Mortgage Rates Won’t Crash the Housing Market—Here’s Why

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20-Year High Mortgage Rates Won’t Crash the Housing Market—Here’s Why. ldeakins. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 09:59. Elevated borrowing costs are sidelining a growing share of prospective buyers, but today's market players are better protected than they were during the Great Recession over a decade ago. Mortgage rates briefly surged to a 20-year high last week, and as more prospective buyers are priced out of home purchases, economists warn that the housing market may be headed full speed ahead toward a re

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Study: Oil, Gas Site Flaring Releases Much More Methane Than Previously Estimated

ENR Construction

Unburned gas makes up as much as 10% of U.S. petroleum-based emissions, University of Michigan researchers claim in journal Science, as Europe probes methane leaks from Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines that could be sabotage.

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12 Reasons Specialty Contractors Need a Construction-Specific Software Platform

As a specialty contractor, your success hinges on your ability to manage complex workflows, maintain cost control, and deliver projects on time. But are you still relying on outdated systems or multiple software packages that create data silos and inefficiencies? This comprehensive eBook reveals the 12 key reasons why investing in a construction-specific software platform is the game-changer your business needs.

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Why Build-To-Rent Developments May Be Making Homeownership More Elusive

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Why Build-To-Rent Developments May Be Making Homeownership More Elusive. ldeakins. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 10:07. Build-to-rent developments traditionally give entry level buyers an affordable stepping stone to homeownership, but as rental costs surge, experts say they may actually be doing more harm than good. First-time homebuyers are struggling to find and afford available starter homes in a high-cost, fast-paced housing market, and rather than waiting for affordability to improve, many are leasing

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How One Florida City Stayed Standing Even Through the Worst of Hurricane Ian

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How One Florida City Stayed Standing Even Through the Worst of Hurricane Ian. ldeakins. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 10:30. Punta Gorda was hit hard by triple-digit wind gusts and devastating flooding when Hurricane Ian made landfall last week, but most of its updated infrastructure remains intact. When Hurricane Ian reached the coastline of Punta Gorda on Wednesday, it pummeled the surrounding area with a torrential downpour, inland flooding, and wind gusts reaching 135 miles per hour.

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How to Choose Prescription Safety Glasses for Work

Work Gearz

Choosing prescription safety glasses for work can be confusing. The basic question seems simple enough – to pick the best set of safety glasses shouldn’t be that hard, should it? But there are many different options and features available in prescription safety glasses which makes it difficult to select the right one. To make sure you get a pair of the right prescription safety glasses for work, this article will help you quickly find the information you need to choose the most comfo

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NJ OK's Offshore Wind Project Grid Link Over Local Opposition

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Cable routing to imploded former powerplant site is approved for developer Orsted's $1.6B, 1.1 GW Ocean Wind 1 project, which local coastal town officials object to.

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Precast Concrete – Connections, Uses, Types, Advantages, Disadvantages and Manufacturing Process

Learn Civil Engineering

What is precast concrete? Precast concrete is defined as concrete which is cast and cured at different locations and used at other locations. This concrete has good quality control. It helps in fast construction on site. It is high-quality concrete. This type of concrete has the higher industrialized quality and also it is less affected […].

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Pricing for Profit: How to Set, Negotiate, and Succeed

Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Award of Merit, K-12 Education Ursuline Academy of Dallas

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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All About Tile Popping | What Is Tile Popping | Reason for Tile Popping | How to Fix Popped-Up Tiles

CivilJungle

What Is Tile Popping? Tile popping is a phenomenon in which the floor tiles pop out, crack, or flex, causing unevenness in the floor. Rather than concrete or marble, floor tiles are now common in most homes. The marble floor doesn’t need any form of polishing or finishing to look beautiful. The tiles are beautiful from the start. Many people find tile popping quite annoying.

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Best Project, Residential/Hospitality The Aster

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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On-the-Boards Designs for Today's Homebuyer

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On-the-Boards Designs for Today's Homebuyer. ibush. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 13:47. Pro Builder 's House Review design team's ideas for meeting the needs of today's buyers, whether they're seeking a luxury single-family home, townhouse, or bungalow. Larry W. Garnett, FAIBD, House Review Lead Designer. Historically, “on the boards” refers to early-stage sketches of a designer’s or architect’s ideas and concepts on an actual drawing table or “board.

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How ERPs Are Reshaping Efficiency in the Construction Industry

Construction companies face daily challenges, from project delays to cost overruns. But with the right ERP software, these hurdles become opportunities for growth. This in-depth study covers how companies like Bartlett-Cocke General Contractors saw an 83% reduction in cost analysis time and a 62% decrease in vendor payment processing time by adopting a Construction ERP system.

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Project of the Year Finalist Best Project, Health Care Award of Merit, Excellence in Safety U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs San Antonio Outpatient Clinic

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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NAHB Builders Report Strong Business Growth in 2021

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NAHB Builders Report Strong Business Growth in 2021. ldeakins. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 10:13. NAHB builders posted strong revenue gains and a solid uptick in housing starts throughout 2021. NAHB builders reported strong business growth in 2021 with a median gross revenue of $3.3 million, up 26.9% from the previous year, Eye on Housing reports. The annual revenue posted by NAHB builders in 2021 is an all-time high following steady gains since 2013, and despite major revenue increases, most NAHB builder

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Award of Merit, Higher Education/Research UTSA Roadrunner Athletics Center of Excellence

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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Builders Break Ground on First-of-Its-Kind 3D Printed Home in Houston

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Builders Break Ground on First-of-Its-Kind 3D Printed Home in Houston. ldeakins. Mon, 10/03/2022 - 10:17. When completed, this single-family multistory home in Houston will serve as a prototype for 3D-printing technology in the residential sector. HANNAH, an Architectural League Prize–winning experimental design and research studio led by Cornell University assistant professors of architecture Leslie Lok and Sasa Zivkovic, recently broke ground on a 4,000-square-foot single-family Houston home t

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How to Navigate Revenue and Expense Management: Competitive Insights for Financial Success

Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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Award of Merit, Water/Environment Seeling Channel Phase 3

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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Award of Merit, Higher Education/Research Dallas College Construction Sciences Building

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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Best Project, Water/Environment Tom Taylor Regional WTP 72-in. Parallel Pipeline Extension

ENR Construction

Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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Study: Oil, Gas Site Flaring Emits Five Times More Methane Than Estimated Before

ENR Construction

Unburned gas makes up as much as 10% of U.S. petroleum-based emissions, University of Michigan researchers claim in journal Science, as Europe probes methane leaks from Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines that could be sabotage.

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Expert Guide to Making the Best Construction ERP Decision for Your Firm

Choosing the right ERP system is a pivotal decision for any construction company. Our buyer’s guide is crafted to provide leaders with the essential knowledge needed to make informed choices. This guide delves into the critical aspects of selecting a construction ERP, including making the right decision, building internal support, and identifying the best software for your organization.

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Study: Oil, Gas Site Flaring Releases Five Times Methane Than Previously Estimated

ENR Construction

Unburned gas makes up as much as 10% of U.S. petroleum-based emissions, University of Michigan researchers claim in journal Science, as Europe probes methane leaks from Russia's Nord Stream gas pipelines that could be sabotage.

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$35M Effort to Keep Southern University Campus from Sliding Away

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Southern University in Baton Rouge — a historically Black university in Louisiana — is undergoing multiple construction projects totaling $35 million to fix and prevent further structural damage to the university’s campus due to erosion caused by the Mississippi River.

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NJ OK's Offshore Wind Farm Grid Link Over Local Opposition

ENR Construction

State regulators approved underground power cable routing in Ocean City, N.J. for developer Orsted's $1.6B, 1.1 GW Ocean Wind 1 project, which local officials object to.

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US Supreme Court Revisits Wetlands Protection in New Session Opening Case

ENR Construction

Oral arguments in Sackett v. EPA has justices squaring off on methods and tests used under the Clean Water Act to determine if building sites are federally protected.

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Leading the Way in Construction EHS Software

The Verdantix Green Quadrant: EHS Software 2023 is an independent third-party analysis of 23 EHS software vendors (including Intelex) that provides an in-depth look at the technical capabilities, application breadth, innovation focus, and momentum of key environmental, health, and safety management software market players. The guide is essential reading for EHS software benchmarking, especially for understanding unique vendor strengths and capabilities.

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US Supreme Court Revisits Wetlands Protection in Session Opening Case

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Oral arguments in Sackett v.

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Award of Merit, Health Care Thibodaux Regional Medical Center Cancer Institute

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.

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Project of the Year Finalist Best Project, Higher Education/Research San Jacinto College - Anderson - Ball Classroom Building

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Profile of winning projects from ENR Texas & Louisiana's 2022 Best Projects competition.