Tag: buildings
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How Steel Commercial Buildings Reduce Insurance Costs
In today’s competitive business landscape, every penny counts. One often overlooked area for potential savings is commercial insurance. While it’s a necessary expense, there are ways to mitigate those costs, and choosing the right building material plays a significant role. Steel commercial buildings offer a compelling case for lower insurance premiums thanks to a combination…
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Boston expands net-zero emissions requirements to new buildings, large additions
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. The Boston Zoning Commission has approved an amendment to the city’s zoning code that requires most large new buildings to have net-zero carbon emissions from the day they open, according to a release Thursday from Boston Mayor…
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We’re Using 20th Century Tools to Design 21st Century Buildings
“I refuse to accept this status quo. I cannot accept a future where we can hail self-driving cars, unlock buildings with facial recognition, or book flights using AI-powered software. Yet, architects and engineers must rely on software designed in the 1990s as they craft cutting-edge structures.” That’s a quote from a recent blog post by…
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Former farm buildings offer conversion opportunity but buyers warned about overage clause
An opportunity has arisen for potential buyers looking to invest in a piece of Dorset’s countryside. The former High Lea Farm buildings, located in Witchampton near Wimborne, are now up for sale via online auction with a guide price starting at £600,000. However, prospective buyers should proceed with caution as an overage clause attached to…
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NAO: ‘Few credible contractors’ for public buildings maintenance
Property professionals have told the National Audit Office that there are “few credible contractors” for some types of government building maintenance. A shortage of contractors is one of the concerns the NAO highlights in a new report on the government’s £49bn maintenance backlog across the public estate. The public spending watchdog is calling on the…
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Trump orders GSA to advance ‘beautiful’ federal buildings
Listen to the article 3 min This audio is auto-generated. Please let us know if you have feedback. On his first day, President Donald Trump signed a flurry of executive orders to immediately carry out his agenda. Many — such as ending birthright citizenship — were greeted with mixed reactions, including pushback and legal challenges,…
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Revolutionizing Buildings with Hybrid Energy Systems and Demand Response
A recent study conducted by the Finnish Building Services 2030 group explores the potential technologies and business prospects for adaptable energy systems within buildings. Building Services 2030 is a Finnish consortium of Aalto University, Tampere University, and 14 industry partners. The consortium has defined a shared vision for the Finnish building service sector and researches…
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Moisture control in buildings | Storee Construction
Why is moisture control in buildings so important? Because even little amounts of moisture can cause big problems. Consider a drafty warehouse that is used primarily for holding inventory. Cardboard may be a great way to store or ship products but doesn’t do well in wet conditions. When temperatures reach a certain point, the air…
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Moisture control in buildings | Storee Construction
Why is moisture control in buildings so important? Because even little amounts of moisture can cause big problems. Consider a drafty warehouse that is used primarily for holding inventory. Cardboard may be a great way to store or ship products but doesn’t do well in wet conditions. When temperatures reach a certain point, the air…
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A Networked World of Buildings
Buildings are living things. Buildings change shape every day and every minute. They are used by plenty of people, endlessly. Buildings shape our context and environment, and they impact our well-being to a large extent. Buildings constantly change their behavior under the influence of external conditions and occupants. We have an interest in engineering these…