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Building for better fire resilience in WUI zones
Wildfires continue to make headlines and the long-term prognosis is concerning, as experts forecast more of the same in coming…
Subcontractors vs. In-house Talent, Which is Better?
When you are looking to start or grow a pool business, you have two paths to building your team. First,…
Most US Cities Plan to Use Infrastructure Aid on Roads and Bridges
Most US cities will pour their share of the federal infrastructure spending package into fixing crumbling roads and bridges, prioritizing…
Epoxy Market Expected to See Years of Strong Growth
Breakthroughs, like the development of circular economy programs for adhesives and sealants, have been shown to offer adhesives and sealants…
The road to America’s infrastructure overhaul is paved in technology
When it comes to infrastructure construction and maintenance, the road we took to get here will not lead us where…
MIT holds onto number one in the 2022 QS World University Rankings of top architecture schools
The 2022 edition of QS World University Rankings by Subject is out and as expected, there’s little movement—and no major…
Reduce the Cost & Carbon of Concrete Production With Automation
How in-transit concrete management technologies can help solve costly concrete production challenges and aid in reducing concrete’s carbon footprint. Concrete…
A Closer Look at New 3D Printed Construction Projects
In recent years, interest in 3D printing in the construction industry has led to its increasingly widespread adoption. This article…
Daniel Hart Inaugurated as 98th AIA President
In addition to a three-decade career as a practicing architect and engineer, Hart is the principal and executive vice president…
The Architecture of Social Media
Online channels are influencing architecture in new and unexpected ways, creating opportunities—and headaches—for designers. READ FULL ARTICLE
Lakisha Ann Woods to become executive VP, CEO of AIA
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) board of directors has selected Lakisha Ann Woods, CAE, as the next executive vice-president…
FMI Finds Design-build Growth Will Continue
When researchers at FMI first looked at design-build utilization in 2018, the news confirmed what many in the industry knew…
USGBC Announces Leadership Change and Strategy Review
Today, the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Board of Directors announced that Mahesh Ramanujam will be stepping down as president…
Options for preventative roof maintenance
Although the roof is one of the most critical components of the building envelope, it can also be the most…
Robert A. Ivy to Retire from Top Post at AIA
Having guided the American Institute of Architects through some turbulent times, Robert A. Ivy announced he will retire at the…
MARAD Announces $230 Million for Port Infrastructure Grants
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Maritime Administration is encouraging states and port authorities to apply for $230 million in discretionary…
Autodesk Acquires Innovyze for $1 Billion
The global software developer hopes that the acquisition of the water-infrastructure software developer will position it as a “technology leader…
U.S. Green Building Council Names 2021 Board of Directors
The Washington, D.C.–based organization hopes that its new board will “help further align activities with USGBC’s new vision, healthy people…
What’s in the new COVID-19 relief package for contractors?
The term “construction” appears 636 times in the $908 billion pandemic relief package and $1.4 trillion omnibus spending bill passed…
New tax incentives encourage environmentally-friendly drainage infrastructure
With Houston’s approval of the Green Stormwater Infrastructure Incentive Program, District C Council Member Abbie Kamin believes the city is…
Commercial Construction Index Shows Signs of a Rebound
The Marcum Commercial Construction Index for the third quarter of 2020 reports that the industry continues to recover jobs lost…
WSP, Jacobs, Skanska, STO announce deals, acquisitions
A flurry of deals has sprung up in the architecture, engineering and construction sector as 2020 nears its end. While…
Report: Highest-paying construction jobs that don’t require a college degree
Several of the highest-paid jobs in the country that don’t require a college degree are related to the construction industry,…
Why Architects Need to Build an Email List and Newsletter
Like many firms, yours might be struggling to conduct outbound marketing and networking in an age when video conferencing is…
15 Ways to Reconfigure Streets During the COVID Pandemic
The National Association of City Transportation Officials has released a handy guide to temporary street reconfigurations to facilitate safer and…
Growing Group of Design Firms Petitions Autodesk for More Revit Development
A group of 25 architectural design firms—including Zaha Hadid Architects, Grimshaw, and Stirk Harbour + Partners—that represents 5,000 paid seats…
Construction Starts Show Additional Gains in June
Improvement in nonresidential and nonbuilding activity push starts higher NEW JERSEY — July 16, 2020 — Total construction starts increased…
Guide to Remote Work and Team Management During—and After—COVID-19
Architects are rapidly adapting their workflows to the new normal. This guide sets out some best practices for remote work…
Building an Architecture Career Amid COVID-19
Natale Cozzolongo, AIA, graduated from Carnegie Mellon University in 2009 and entered the working world in the middle of the…
Face coverings reveal a new set of jobsite issues
Just as construction workers adapted to requirements regarding hard hats and safety glasses years ago, new personal protective equipment necessitated…
When it Comes to Polished Concrete, Maintenance is a Must to Ensure a Long Life
Like many in the restaurant industry, we have converted our dining room floors over to polished concrete. Many people believe…
Procore’s integration with Zoom ensures construction teams can stay better connected and aligned while working remotely
Due to COVID-19, the past few weeks have presented new challenges for the construction industry. Many construction professionals are adjusting…
How are Polymers Used in Foam Concrete and Why are they Useful in Cold Regions?
The most manufactured product on the planet in terms of volume is Portland cement-based concrete. Its reliability, cost-effectiveness, versatility and…
Advancements in Construction Safety
No matter which construction site you visit or what the job entails, there are going to be plenty of potential…
6 Predictions for the Future of Construction Equipment Rental
As the light shines brighter on construction technology companies, it has become evident we are in a period of change…
Fixing America’s Bridges Act proposes re-establishing federal funding program for bridge repairs, replacements
U.S. Reps. Abby Finkenauer (D-IA) and Clay Higgins (R-LA) introduced this week the Fixing America’s Bridges Act, which proposes the…
Cold storage: a hot construction niche
Cold storage — it’s what keeps frozen and refrigerated foods from spoiling while they make their way to the consumer.…
A+ Architecture: 10 Transformative Examples of Public Space Design
The 7th Annual A+ Awards showcased a breadth of incredible projects centered on bringing people together. Public architecture creates much…
Architectural Record’s 2019 Women in Architecture Award Winners Announced
Architectural Record has announced the 2019 winners of its Women in Architecture Awards. Now in its sixth year, the awards…