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Construction starts decline again in November, led by losses in commercial projects and manufacturing

Archinect

However, as some material prices head lower and more public dollars come into the market for inf. “Higher interest rates and fear of recession are first and foremost on the mind of most builders and developers, and potentially restraining starts activity.

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Offsite manufacturing startup iBUILT positions itself to reduce commercial developers’ risks

BD+C

For the past half-dozen years or so, off-site manufacturers of components and modules have sprung up in response to growing demand for commercial prefabrication and modular construction.

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Eco-Friendly Roofing Materials

Aric Gitomer Architect

Let’s look at the sustainable alternative to roofing materials. Corrugated roofing is one of the most used materials for average homes. These roof shingles are a product of recycled waste material such as rubber, plastic, or wood fiber. These factors can be quite overwhelming and make the process tedious. Solar Power Roof.

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Spec buildings have increasingly become the answer to commercial clients' pandemic growing pains

Archinect

“Historically, spec buildings have been risky, but in a market environment like we are in now, where there is a race to get goods to people faster and to manufacture more things, the flexibility of the spec space becomes an asset, not a liability.”

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Outstanding brick designs selected as 2023 Brick in Architecture Awards winners

Archinect

The award celebrates artistic and technological advancement of the material and the skilled use of brick masonry in architectural designs. This year's winners of the annual Brick in Architecture Awards were announced by the Brick Industry Association today. The full list of winners can be viewed here.

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Deconstruction by Design: How Architects Are Redefining Practice Through Material Reuse

Architizer

The examination of repurposing the roof materials from the Montréal Olympic Stadium in the recently published article on the Olympic construction dilemma , has prompted me to explore the broader implications of recycling construction waste. The judging process for Architizer's 12th Annual A+Awards is now away.

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The Essential Role of Commercial Seating in Contemporary Architecture

Architecture Ideas

Within contemporary architectural design, the importance of commercial seating plays a pivotal role. These pieces are more than just practical; they significantly contribute to the visual and functional quality of both public and commercial environments.