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Building the Future: The Rise of Modular Construction in the Middle East

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© Marc Goodwin | Expo 2020 Modular construction is a process in which a building is constructed away from its actual site, within controlled factory settings, using identical materials, and adhering to a set of codes and regulations. Read more »

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The Art of Building Better: How Sustainable Technologies Can Reshape Construction

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Image © Shutterstock Surface preparation is crucial in ensuring the longevity and effectiveness of coatings in construction. These failures typically manifest in the form of peeling, blistering, and cracking, which diminish a building's appearance and compromise structural integrity.

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ICON Unveils Groundbreaking Construction Innovations at SXSW: Revolutionizing Building with Robotics, AI, and Sustainable Materials

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Pioneering advanced construction and large-scale 3D Printing , ICON was selected as ArchDaily’s Best New Practices of 2021 due to its boundary-breaking technology that is advancing capability in the built environment. The Texas -based startup has just unveiled various toolkits and products to modernize construction processes further.

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Building Berlin's Future: Construction Begins on MVRDV's LXK Office and Residential Campus

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Image Courtesy of MVRDV MVRDV has just begun construction on the LXK Office and Residential Campus in Berlin. Designed as two buildings, a horizontal band encircles the middle of either structure, serving as a distinctive landmark in Berlin. LXK Office and Residential Campus.

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7 Ways Real-Time Visualization Can Solve Architectural Challenges

In the dynamic world of architecture, design, and construction, creative problem-solving is crucial for success. Realistic Representation Build trust with immersive visuals of future spaces. Traditional methods often fall short in effectively conveying design intent to clients.

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NYC construction worker fatalities are now at record lows

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New York City construction worker fatalities have declined to record lows, according to a new report released by the NYC Department of Buildings. Construction-related deaths are now at their lowest point in the past decade despite an increase in injuries at job sites for the third consecutive year, the reporting showed.

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Ten construction equipment companies form new group to promote sustainability

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Ten major companies in the construction equipment industry have formed a coalition to promote sustainability in the sector. The France-based organization, named the Community of Sustainable Equipment Players (CAMD), includes Bouygues Construction, Colas, Eiffage, Haulotte, JCB, Kiloutou, Manitou Group, NGE, Salti, and Volvo.