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America's first 3D printed fire-resistant ADU concept is under construction in Southern California

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A local couple volunteered to give the host the design for general contractor Builtech Construction Group in the interests of applying lessons valuable for disaster prevention at a time when an influx of peri-urbanization has left the state more susceptible to fire-damaged structures than ever before. The design works by eliminating any.

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Kanye West relists Tadao Ando-designed Malibu home for $14 million less

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The deprecation might stem from its reported current state, which was affected by a hasty “gut renovation” performed last year and leaving its interior without finishes and (possibly) electricity, light fixtures, or appliances — resulting in a recent lawsuit. million to purchase the home in September of 2021.

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Golden Gate Bridge finally installs anti-suicide nets after years of delay

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The project's long road to culmination was covered by the New York Times recently as contractors work to finish installing the netting system, which was more than 80% in place as of September. Work began in August of 2018 after an additional $124 million in funds needed for the project was eventually raised.

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America's first 3D printed fire-resistant ADU concept is under construction in the Bay Area

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A local couple volunteered to give the host the design for general contractor Builtech Construction Group in the interests of applying lessons valuable for disaster prevention at a time when an influx of peri-urbanization has left the state more susceptible to fire-damaged structures than ever before.

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The Benefits of Hiring Professional Home Addition Contractors

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Working with experienced home addition contractors will help you realize your vision while ensuring the job is finished on schedule, within your budget, and to your pleasure. source: pinterest.com In addition to their knowledge and expertise, professional home addition contractors bring efficiency and organization to your project.

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LACMA shares custom-built glass facade details in new spring construction update

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New updates have been shared recently by the Los Angeles Angeles County Museum of Art (LACMA), charting progress on the $750 million new David Geffen Galleries from Peter Zumthor that is expected to finish construction by the end of this year. A recent look inside the project with its contractor Clark Construction can be found here.)

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Baldridge Architects converts Austin commercial units into its own studio

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Bright white plaster clads the exterior of a 1960s concrete building that has been turned into the self-designed studio of Baldridge Architects, which acted as the designer and contractor. Called Burnet Road Offices, the project involved the adaptive reuse of a small commercial complex along a main street in Austin.