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

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Discover Boston's Winthrop Center, the world’s largest Passive House-certified office building. Learn how Passive House design ensures energy efficiency, comfort, and sustainability.The postNew...

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Old building converted into mass timber office space

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

To meet the need for new office space, Vitus bought an overlooked 2,322-m2 (25,000-sf) 1920s-era building in downtown Seattle.The postOld building converted into mass timber office spaceappeared...

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Patrick Lange Facilitates Sale of Central Florida HVAC Company

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Patrick Lange, Business Modification Group The start of the year has already proven promising for the HVAC industry. The seller’s dedication to building a reputable company with a strong foundation...

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PVC Roofing Protects Buildings … and the Earth.

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, construction and demolition waste from buildings totals more than 300 billion pounds annually. Reroofing projects can generate a tremendous...

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Betco® Celebrates 75 Years of Excellence

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Specialty chemical and equipment manufacturer Betco® Corporation (“Betco”) is proud to announce its 75th anniversary, marking a significant milestone as a family-owned and operated leader in...

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10 Smart Tips to Save Space in a Small Kitchen Remodel

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Remodeling a small kitchen can be an exciting challenge. You want to create a space that’s functional, stylish, and comfortable without feeling cramped. Achieving the perfect balance between...

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Mobile Home Park Living: Affordable Community-Oriented Housing

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

The concept of mobile home park living has gained traction over the years as more individuals and families seek affordable housing options that also foster a sense of community. For many, the allure...

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Managing Construction Costs in NYC: Key Factors to Know

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

New York City, with its towering skyscrapers, intricate infrastructure, and ever-growing skyline, is one of the most exciting and expensive cities for construction in the world. Whether you are a...

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SA Gov to upgrade Marino Railway Station

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Image: jixiang/stock.adobe.comWork will begin in early 2025 to upgrade Marino Railway Station in Adelaide to improve passenger safety and comfort.  The $2 million project will include the...

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Ontario Building Code updated

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Significant new requirements came into effect for the 2024…

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From Survival to Growth: How Innovation Drives Construction

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

The construction industry faces big challenges today. Owners, as well as developers, must adapt to changing economic conditions. For example, new technology, and evolving customer needs. Some firms...

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POUR N WALK™: High-Build Self-Leveling Epoxy Resurfacer

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Garon’s Pour-N-Walk™ is a pourable, self leveling epoxy floor resurfacer designed for extra high build. Whether you need to cover rough areas, cracks, or low spots, Pour-N-Walk™ excels in...

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Councils to join AI drive

Local government will be asked to assist in a drive to develop the infrastructure and skills needed to harness the potential of artificial intelligence (AI).

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Group predicts UK housebuilding growth delayed until second half of 2025

Publish date: Fri, 03 January 2025

A return to housebuilding growth is unlikely until the second half of 2025, according to the latest statement from the UK Construction Leadership Council’s Material Supply Chain Group. John...

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MiTek new European centre of operations building construction underway

Publish date: Mon, 06 January 2025

Construction is underway on a new European state-of-the-art centre of operations for MiTek in Worcester. The new 278,000ft2 facility is being built at Worcester Six Business Park, strategically...

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How Mace built Landsec’s low-carbon hybrid

Publish date: Tue, 07 January 2025

A hybrid steel and CLT solution, combined with a retained 1950s structure, helped cut construction-related CO2 on a Landsec scheme where Mace is main contractor. Martin Cooper reports from Southwark...

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Timber-based Connect Modular Ltd enters administration

Publish date: Wed, 08 January 2025

Scottish timber-based modular housing manufacturer Connect Modular has entered administration just over a year after doubling its turnover. Connect Modular Ltd, based at a 120,000ft2 manufacturing...

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RO appoints Tim Cakebread as Planning Manager

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Group to benefit from Tim’s strong project management skills and extensive industry knowledge The RO Group is delighted to announce that it has appointed Tim Cakebread as planning manager.  In his...

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AEW makes two senior appointments

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Manchester-headquartered AEW Architects has made a positive start to 2025 with the recruitment of two highly experienced industry specialists bringing a combined experience in excess of 60 years....

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Workwear experts reveal how often construction should clean and replace their workwear following new study findings

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Personalised uniform, workwear and PPE suppliers, MyWorkwear are dedicated to providing products that provide safety and confidence among workers. With workwear playing a vital part in how workers...

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Pressurisation: The key to an efficient hospital HVAC system

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

The efficiency and reliability of the heating and cooling systems within a hospital are crucial – just a couple of hours’ downtime can impact on the comfort of patients and staff unless there is...

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The heat is on

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

The heat network sector is set to see major changes in 2025, with the design, operation and management of heat networks across the UK likely to be heavily impacted by new regulations. Alex Hill,...

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Protecting project costs amongst price volatility

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Controlling costs in construction projects is always a challenge, with volatility in the price of materials often a key factor. Fluctuations in metal prices, for example, can have far-reaching...

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Strategic Supply Chain Transformation in the Botanical Space

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Botanical ingredients have long been revered for their natural potency, offering health benefits that span centuries. Today, as consumers increasingly demand cleaner, sustainable alternatives in...

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Construction of Wilson Sports Village in UK set to resume

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

UK-based Hyndburn Borough Council has confirmed that construction activities at Wilson Sports Village in Clayton-Le-Moors, England, are set to resume this month.

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Winner of first-ever Stirling Prize to be demolished

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Salford City Council has approved the demolition of the University of Salford's Centenary Building, which won the inaugural RIBA Stirling Prize in 1996, despite Twentieth Century Society objection....

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December 2024 economic roundup

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Construction Dive tracks recent key industry data including backlog, planning activity, input costs, starts, job openings and spending.

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Ryan Companies announces construction of phase two of corporate centre

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Ryan Companies US has announced the financial closing and commencement of construction of the second phase of the 17 North Corporate Center in Phoenix, Arizona.

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Interior Design Market Is Expected To Generate High Revenue 5.50% CAGR Till 2032

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Interior Design Market The Interior Design market segmentation, based on End Use, includes Residential and Commercial. GERMANY, WA, UNITED KINGDOM, January 13, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ — The...

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Unhappy families: the impact of new inheritance tax rules

Publish date: Mon, 13 January 2025

Family-run construction firms are warning that planned changes to inheritance tax will have a ‘seismic’ impact on their businesses Samantha was five when her dad started his housebuilding firm...

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