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AUGUST 31, 2021

A group of UK architects, developers, and contractors are advocating for mandatory whole-life carbon assessment of buildings. Their goal is to reduce embedded carbon emissions created by construction supply chains. A proposal by the group called for limits on upfront emissions to be imposed by 2027.

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Industrial Building Contractor Development 111

Architectural Observer

AUGUST 31, 2021

The weather is still a bit warmish and we’re not even done with the exterior repairs and painting but Jim was itching to see some cresting on the roof. A lecture on the virtues of delayed gratification did nothing to sway him. Just a few sections have gone up; I will post more when the installation is completed! The most visible corner was tackled first.

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Roofing Exterior Installation Project 52

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AUGUST 31, 2021

Electric panel capacity in most homes could be a roadblock to widespread electrification unless panel sizing is addressed in updated building and energy codes and targeted incentive programs, according to research by Pecan Street, Inc.

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Home Building 110

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AUGUST 31, 2021

Warner Bros. Studio Tour Tokyo is currently developing The Making of Harry Potter tour facilities on part of the former Toshimaen Amusement Park grounds located in Nerima-Ku, Tokyo.

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Development Developer 98

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A new industry study conducted by Architizer on behalf of Chaos Enscape surveyed 2,139 design professionals to understand the state of architectural visualization and what to expect in the near future. We asked: How are visualizations produced in your firm? What impact does real-time rendering have? What approach are you taking toward the rise of AI?

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AUGUST 31, 2021

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