When business owners and potential home owners envision building an office or residence or expanding on an existing structure, they often limit themselves to traditional construction methods. But modular construction has become a fast-growing, cost-effective trend for many builders. And at a time when every business and household is looking to stretch their investment further, […]
When it comes to measuring the success of a hospital building design, it’s to little surprise that strides are typically attributed to the doctors and nurses and the equipment and medicines available.
And they certainly should be.
But what about the building itself? Can a building be built for better patient care? Can a smarter structure […]
Have you ever had a boss you thought deserved a padded cell? You’re not alone. Nearly one third of employees think their bosses should see a psychologist. And as it turns out, your so-called jaded assumptions might not be that far off. Bosses are four times more likely to exhibit psychopathic […]
When it comes to planning out your business, top concerns are usually financing and the product itself. And while this is perfectly rational, you should spend a considerable amount of time determining where it is you want your office to be located. Location can affect the results of your recruiting efforts, company sustainability, and success […]
In 2012, stimulus funds from the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) are coming to a close. Since the construction industry was promised roughly $131 billion of those stimulus funds, I thought it’d be a good idea to check up on the effectiveness of the funding. I had a simple question: did construction […]
For many people, living green goes further than driving a hybrid car and recycling bottles. Green living is becoming an architectural fashion statement. From rammed earth to yurts to eclectic tree houses, creating a living space that doesn’t increase your carbon fingerprint is both eco-friendly and chic. Look at some of the innovative designs in […]
Preparedness has been a national buzzword since Hurricane Katrina, seven years ago this week. No matter the season or the location of the site, having a preparedness plan in place helps conserve materials and limit business disruption in case of emergency. Approach the plan step by step to turn a daunting task into a manageable […]
Planning and tracking LEED credits for a construction project is a difficult and time-consuming process. In the past, contractors (and LEED APs) had to rely either on pen and paper or general construction project management software to keep track of all the documents, photos, plans etc. association with LEED accreditation.
Today, however, technologies are making it […]
Back in the 1980s, a friend asked me to house sit, presumably to take care of her part-wolf-part chow puppy. She assured me that the dog would not be any trouble. She promised me that two or three daily visits to check on the dog would give her tremendous peace of mind. Along with her […]
In the construction industry, jobs are hard to come by. But a June report released by the Associated General Contractors of America (AGC) indicates that–at least in some states–it’s getting easier. In the report, the AGC finds that 20 states added new construction jobs. Over at the Software Advice website, I […]
