With space at a premium in many urban areas, developers are digging deeper foundations to increase the square footage of residential, commercial and mixed-use building projects. Deeper foundations have many advantages but also bring many challenges that need to be addressed at the design phase.
Updating Construction Convention Centers for the Digital Era
Trade shows in the construction sector are experiencing growth. Intelligently planned and executed, investments in convention centers will yield great financial returns as well as a returning customer.
The Pros and Cons of New Construction Versus Renovation
There's no sure answer when determining whether to construct a new building or renovate an old one. Here are several factors to consider when making the decision.
Three Factors to Consider When Adding Solar to New and Existing Buildings
There are three main areas of concern when reviewing common problems and solutions regarding PV solar integration with an existing or new commercial or industrial building: the structural capacity of a building, the roof’s age and condition, and electrical integration.
Tips for Properly Prepping Surfaces
Surface preparation is not a one-size-fits-all application. Contractors must be able to adapt to the needs of the site they are working on. Here are a few ways to choose the best products and equipment for the job.
Improve Performance With Fired-clay Brick
Fired-clay brick provides enhanced performance, aesthetics, durability and sustainability compared to other common materials.
Surviving the ‘Solarcoaster’
Though riddled with hurdles, solar is a lucrative industry for those contractors willing to meet the challenge. In the United States, there are 55.9 gigawatts of total solar capacity, 250,000 people employed in solar-related jobs and 1,748,000 installed solar energy programs.
Could Modular Wood Stadium Construction Be a Game-Changer?
Imagine a sports stadium that could expand and contract with its fan base and team’s fortunes, one that could pick up and move to greener (and more lucrative) pastures.











