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4 Ways to Improve Sustainable Construction

Construction Business Owner

4 Ways to Improve Sustainable Construction. How project management software can tackle sustainability challenges & increase productivity & profitability in the process. Section In the Office. sustainable construction. Greg Ragsdale. Fri, 05/13/2022 - 14:32. Fill out the form on this page to download this white paper. .

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The Guide to LEED Sustainability Principles for Beginners

Construction Business Owner

The Guide to LEED Sustainability Principles for Beginners. At an intimidating 274 pages, the guidelines are too technical for those new to sustainable construction. Section In the Office. Easily grasp the fundamentals of LEED green building design & construction guidelines. Greg Ragsdale. Mon, 06/27/2022 - 16:18. Green Building.

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New heights in sustainability: World’s largest Passive House office building

Construction Specifier

Tran/courtesy Holcim Designed by Handel Architects in collaboration with Steven Winters & Associates, SOCOTEC, and WSP to incorporate Passive House design in its office portion, Winthrop Center in Boston is the worlds largest Passive House-certified office building. What is Passive House?

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Swinerton’s Mass Timber Office in Austin Sets New Standard for Sustainable Construction

Construction Today

In recent years, mass timber has emerged as a sustainable alternative to traditional building materials such as steel and concrete. One key player advancing this trend is Swinerton, a California-based general contractor with a strong commitment to sustainable development.

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Are 3D-printed buildings the future of sustainable construction?

Lets Build

3D-printed buildings have been popping up more frequently over the last few years, but are they a gimmick, or could they be the future of sustainable construction ? Let’s discuss the benefits and challenges of 3D-printed buildings and whether or not they’re the answer to the problem of sustainable construction. They’re efficient.

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3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy

BD+C

3 ways prefabrication doubles as a sustainability strategy 0 qpurcell Mon, 03/20/2023 - 11:09 Modular Building Corie Baker, AIA, shares three modular Gresham Smith projects that found sustainability benefits from the use of prefabrication. Utilizing Prefabrication as a Sustainability Strategy 1.

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The Versatility Of Shipping Containers In Modern Construction

Construction Marketing

This trend reflects a shift toward more sustainable and creative architectural practices. These containers offer a balance of space and practicality, making them suitable for a range of projects, from homes to offices. Commercially, they serve as unique office spaces, pop-up shops, and restaurants.