Category: #communities
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Spacesmith Boosts Campus Design with Custom, Green Solutions
Over the years, architecture and design firm Spacesmith has both witnessed and contributed to the evolution of college and university campuses from the inside out. For more than a dozen institutions, the firm has designed learning, living, and social spaces that enhance campus community, functionality, and sustainability. Using an approach that merges space planning acumen,…
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Spacesmith Boosts Campus Design with Custom, Green Solutions
Over the years, architecture and design firm Spacesmith has both witnessed and contributed to the evolution of college and university campuses from the inside out. For more than a dozen institutions, the firm has designed learning, living, and social spaces that enhance campus community, functionality, and sustainability. Using an approach that merges space planning acumen,…
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Eastern Iowa Building Joins FBi Buildings for Growth
FBi Buildings, a leading post-frame construction firm with over 65 years of innovation, today announced its acquisition of Eastern Iowa Building (EIB), effective July 1, 2025. This strategic partnership broadens FBi’s presence and significantly enhances EIB’s capacity to serve customers within and beyond its traditional service area. For decades, Eastern Iowa Building has built a…
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Skanska Completes HSS Sports Medicine Reno in New York
Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced the completion of the $8M renovation of Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Sports Medicine Institute West Side located in New York, New York. “We are proud to collaborate with HSS and to be celebrating the successful expansion of this cutting-edge, high-performance healthcare facility that treats…
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Construction Begins on James Ramos Public Safety Center
San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) has broken ground on the $20 million James Ramos Center for Public Safety. C.W. Driver Companies, a premier California builder specializing in educational facilities, will be leading the construction of a 17,140 square-foot facility which will house the District’s Police Department, Office of Emergency Management and cadet program.…
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Key Considerations for Building in 55+ Communities
Building homes for a 55+ community isn’t just about making smaller floor plans or adding a grab bar in the shower. It’s about understanding how people live when they reach a point where comfort, simplicity, and connection matter more than square footage or fancy upgrades. Many people moving into these communities have lived through decades…
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Sharon Valiante Wins APWA Texas Chapter President’s Award
Sharon Valiante, a Regional Business Manager at Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. (LAN), has been honored with the President’s Award by the Texas Chapter of the American Public Works Association (TxAPWA). The award was presented during the chapter’s annual conference. The President’s Award is given annually to recognize outstanding service and commitment to the association…
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ROCKWOOL Releases Bulletin on Wildfire Resilient Building
ROCKWOOL has released an essential technical resource for builders, architects, and engineers working in wildfire-prone regions. The Technical Bulletin, “Building with ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation in Wildfire-Prone Areas,” provides guidance on construction methods that enhance the resilience of structures against wildfires. Wildfires are an escalating problem in North America. In 2023, Canada faced its most…
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How to Handle Short-Term Rentals Within HOA Communities
Short-term rentals, which have become popular on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo, are a prevalent feature in residential communities. This can be great for homeowners looking to generate extra income and offer flexible options for travelers, but short-term rentals can present challenges in homeowners’ association (HOA) communities. Generally, renting out properties in the short term…