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7 Construction Techniques for Concrete Façades

7 Construction Techniques for Concrete Façades

Solid. Strong. Resilient. Concrete is a much-used, much-loved building material that conforms to the surface texture of formwork. What are new construction techniques for this centuries-old composite? Here are 7 ideas to add texture to concrete exteriors, featured on projects across the globe.

Is project information mismanagement costing your firm millions?

Is project information mismanagement costing your firm millions?

Industry firms are frequently held accountable for issues because they can’t find the information they need to defend themselves. Between disputes and document discovery, these companies are often spending millions. Newforma's Tyler Ferguson offers a three-pronged approach to mitigate project risk.

Floating platforms could change approach to structural strength

Floating platforms could change approach to structural strength

BuiltWorlds contributor Greg Henderson of Arx Pax Labs argues that structural strength has reached a point of diminishing returns. How do we rethink the way we build with steel and concrete? He suggests floating platforms are an answer.

New start: Illinois Tech engineers 2017 ASCE Concrete Canoe (pt 1)

New start: Illinois Tech engineers 2017 ASCE Concrete Canoe (pt 1)

Each year, teams of student engineers design, construct, and race a canoe made of concrete against other university teams in the ASCE's Concrete Canoe competition. This year, we're once again following the Illinois Tech team as they try to make it to Nationals.

USGBC Q&A: New CEO on a digital mission

USGBC Q&A: New CEO on a digital mission

Last month, USGBC founder Rick Fedrizzi stepped down after 23 years as CEO. He is succeeded by former USGBC COO Mahesh Ramanujam, who sat down with our own Paul Bonington to discuss his strategic, digital vision for the influential nonprofit.

Productivity, safety will lead AEC disruption

Productivity, safety will lead AEC disruption

Positive disruption is coming to our industry, and it will happen first in relation to our shared desire to improve productivity and safety. Here, Lendlease thought leader Burcin Kaplanoglu explains his digital optimism for all the disruptive changes ahead.

EXCLUSIVE: Autodesk CEO's letter to employees on 2016 election

EXCLUSIVE: Autodesk CEO's letter to employees on 2016 election

Post-election pep talk: Autodesk CEO Carl Bass watched the U.S. Presidential Election in disbelief from Lisbon, Portugal last week. Within 36 hours of its shocking outcome, he sent this letter to all 9,000-plus Autodesk employees worldwide to allay any concerns.

Improving the RFI process

Improving the RFI process

Construction productivity has declined in some markets, and the RFI process is a major opportunity for efficiency. How can we leverage technology to improve turnaround time and improve project coordination? Dave Wagner from Newforma shares.

App market expands by 25 new integrations

App market expands by 25 new integrations

This month, Procore announced the addition of more than 25 new partner integrations to its App Marketplace. Launched in February, the online hub for third-party integrations and custom applications is a first for the construction industry, Procore says.

4 building lessons from Hurricane Matthew

4 building lessons from Hurricane Matthew

In the wake of the storm. Hurricane Matthew is just the latest example of why public officials, planners, engineers, and builders are putting greater emphasis on the importance of resilience building. Here, one researcher offers lessons she hopes are getting through.

Green line: Skanska delivers on rail vision

Green line: Skanska delivers on rail vision

'Envision' sustainability. For the first time, Greenbuild this year featured a transit project among its success stories: the new light rail line between L.A. and Santa Monica. Read why design-builder Skanska thinks green infrastructure is here to stay.

'Well' buildings: Beyond bricks and mortar

'Well' buildings: Beyond bricks and mortar

Well, well, well. Those headed to LA for Greenbuild 2016 would do 'well' to review the 7 criteria offered by the new WELL Building Standard, which puts health and wellness at the heart of commercial design. Here, one sustainability director discusses what that means.

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