Category: Magazine Articles
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How a Decade of Planning Transformed Wynwood into a Miami Cultural Hub
Few neighborhoods tell the story of Miami’s evolution like Wynwood. Once a declining garment district, Wynwood now is one of the city’s most popular destinations. Today, locals know Wynwood for its art and entertainment, but a rich history of community-driven revitalization lies behind these murals. Wynwood didn’t change overnight. A decade ago, it was still…
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6 Home Upgrades Buyers Want Most
Walk into any open house in North America and you’ll likely hear the same excited comments: “Look at this kitchen,” “That mudroom is perfect” or “I love how much light this place gets.” Buyers aren’t just looking for four walls and a roof; they’re imagining their lives unfolding in a space that feels smart, efficient…
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The Making of London’s Sarah Hepburn Stylists Studio
Interior design in a hair salon goes far beyond aesthetics. Behind a vibrant and characterful space like the new Sarah Hepburn Stylists salon in Islington, London, lies a complex choreography of technical decisions, relationships with contractors and subcontractors, budget adjustments and construction challenges—often tackled within tight timeframes. The design involved the full renovation of an…
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North Dakota’s Largest Mass Timber Project Hits Milestone at Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library – CCR-Mag.com
One year after breaking ground in the rugged North Dakota Badlands, the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library (TRPL) has completed the first phase of construction—marking a major milestone in one of the most ambitious civic mass timber projects in the U.S. Located just outside the town of Medora, the future library is designed to reflect the…
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Fordham University Opens Doors to the McShane Campus Center – CCR-Mag.com
Located atop the historic Rose Hill campus in the Bronx, the new McShane Campus Center at Fordham University stands as a vibrant symbol of the university’s enduring commitment to student life, well-being, and tradition. Designed by global architecture, design and planning firm HLW, the 170,000-square-foot facility unifies three previously disconnected buildings into a singular student…
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How Chicago’s Reid Murdoch Building Honors the Past While Embracing the Future – CCR-Mag.com
While the landmark Reid Murdoch Building in Chicago might at first appear to be virtually unchanged since its construction in 1914, the property has, in fact, undergone several transformations over the decades. Most recently, a capital improvement campaign brought the riverfront office building up to the standards of contemporary workers, introducing modern amenities while retaining…
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5 AI Solutions Delivering Real Value in Construction & Renovation – CCR-Mag.com
The hammers are swinging, the blueprints are unfurling, and the aroma of fresh lumber still fills the air. But in the backdrop of every modern construction site and ambitious renovation project, a quieter, yet profoundly transformative revolution is underway. Artificial intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic pipe dream; it’s a tangible force poised to…
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Baptist Health Medical Center Applies Its Own Energy Efficiency Prescription – CCR-Mag.com
Healthcare facilities require a substantial amount of energy to operate. In fact, the average hospital consumes approximately 250% more energy than a comparably sized commercial building, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. As hospitals face increasing financial pressure to boost revenue while cutting costs, many are turning to energy-reduction initiatives as a strategic remedy.…
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Inside Richards Building Supply’s Digital Transformation – CCR-Mag.com
With unpredictable tariffs driving costs up and an estimated shortfall of 439,000 workers, the construction industry is operating in a state of uncertainty as stakeholders from contractors to building materials distributors brace for the economic fallout of the current administration’s trade policies. The industry is already feeling the effects, with nearly one in four contractors…
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When Robots Meet Recipes – CCR-Mag.com
Wait. What? Is that a….robot? If you are anywhere near John Glenn Columbus International Airport in Ohio, stop by the Donatos Pizza location in Concourse B. You don’t have to grab a slice of pizza, but you might want to stay for a slice of the future. It was only a matter of time before…