Tag: Build
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How developers can use incentives to build water-efficient homes
“The second point, which links closely to this, is customer demand, or a lack of. Home buyers have long been wise to the benefits of buying a home that is energy efficient, as energy saving is far more widely talked about than water saving, so buyers demand developers have this high on their agendas. They…
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PPG to build $380M North Carolina manufacturing facility
Dive Brief: PPG Industries announced Thursday it will invest $380 million to establish a new aerospace coatings and sealants facility in Shelby, North Carolina. The 198,000-square-foot building will initially include warehousing and manufacturing units to produce PPG’s full line of aerospace products, according to the press release. The factory will create more than 110 jobs, with…
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How to protect trees during a build and keep them safe
If you’re considering building work on your home then one of the first things you’ll want to do is find out how to protect trees during a build. The presence of mature trees in your garden is probably one of the loveliest things about it, and you’ll definitely want to protect them from any construction…
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Camp Nou contractor to build Luton Town’s new stadium
Gary Sweet, chief executive of Luton Town FC, said: “This is a transformative opportunity for the club, helping us realise our ambitions to be a Premier League club again one day. We are united with the supporters on the need for a new stadium to move our Luton Town forward and we are delighted to…
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How to build a dead hedge: A step-by-step guide
It might sound like a bit of an oxymoron, but dead hedges or “brash hedges” are full of life. When branches and twigs are stacked to form a dead hedge, they don’t just sit there – they become a habitat. Over time, the wood material supports a whole community of life including insects, small mammals…
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How to buy garden land from a neighbour to build a house
When the search for a self build plot seems fruitless and frustrating, have you considered looking closer to home? Buying land off a neighbour with a generous garden is a popular option, when and where it’s possible. This approach to finding a plot comes with advantages, such as knowing the area, not having to move…
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How to protect your garden during a build
Understanding how to protect your garden during a build is vital if you’re going to prevent damage to your plants, shrubs and trees. While undertaking an extension for your home is an exciting prospect it’s also important to make sure your garden doesn’t suffer during the process, so that it ends up needing an overhaul…
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Cruz Construction to Build Vicente’s Market in Roxbury
One of the country’s most venerated and largest 100% Black-owned construction and real estate development and management enterprises. Cruz Companies has announced that John B. Cruz Construction has been selected to transform a former chain pharmacy into a neighborhood supermarket. The project brings together two Cape Verdean-owned companies and leading minority business enterprises to add…
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You could build your new home on a First World War airstrip
Prospective self-builders searching for a unique and historically rich setting could soon have the chance to construct their dream home at one of Britain’s oldest airfields. Old Sarum Airfield, which has stood since the First World War, is set to be transformed after receiving outline planning permission for 315 new homes – with at least…
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Big-D Signature Completes Hearth and Hill Restaurant Build
Big-D Signature has completed the construction of Hearth and Hill, a new 7,500 square foot restaurant located in the vibrant Sugar House neighborhood of Salt Lake City. Owned and operated by the Hill Top Hospitality group, Hearth and Hill is the group’s fourth restaurant, offering an inviting atmosphere paired with contemporary American cuisine. Located on…