Mass timber buildings are capable of providing a level of fire-resistance comparable to steel and concrete. Building code changes are allowing more projects to capitalize on the cost, schedule, and environmental advantages of wood construction. As the popularity of wood grows, construction safety practices are also receiving greater emphasis...
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Wood flooring offers more advantages than just aesthetic appeal in both homes and commercial settings. It is easy to clean and is significantly more stain-resistant than carpeting. Wood is also strong and durable, and if properly cared for, its hard surface can last for decades.
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Riffing on the idea of shifting uses and planes, the Klotski building in Seattle takes its visual cue from a sliding tile puzzle.
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Washington, D.C. is known as a concrete town to many in the design world, but it is metal being used to make a statement at the historic Municipal Fish Market at the Wharf.
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In May 2018, the council of Portland, Oregon, voted to create the Green Loop, a 10-km (6-mi) linear park that will connect the entire city. By using cutting-edge technologies for its new construction projects, the Green Loop team will focus on connecting existing spaces to reduce the environmental impact...
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Today, the design-build sector is increasingly specifying tapered expanded polystyrene (EPS) insulation solutions to comply with codes—many existing buildings that are being retrofitted require the slope to be altered to meet regulations—as well as save time and money on the roof.
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Fairfield Inn & Suites at Harrisburg International Airport (HIA) used versatile window systems to mitigate runway noise.
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t is officially ‘Crunch time’ for fans of the Syracuse Crunch hockey team at the War Memorial Arena’s newly renovated Oncenter in Syracuse, New York. The facility recently completed an $8.5 million transformation designed to enhance fan experiences with luxury amenities.
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The Sandy Commerce office building in Sandy, Utah, boasts floor-to-ceiling glass with mountain views with its high-performance storefront, curtainwall, and entrance systems.
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Condensation has confused and frustrated the construction industry for decades. It can occur on visible surfaces or within concealed assemblies, such as wall or roof cavities, and on just about any type of building material.
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