Tag: Creating
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Creating a Sanctuary: How Your Home Nourishes Body and Soul
A home is much more than four walls and a roof. At its best, it is a place of refuge, a sanctuary that supports well-being, and a canvas for personal expression. In an increasingly hectic world, the spaces we inhabit have the power to restore calm, inspire joy, and nourish both body and soul. The…
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Creating a Fun, Family-Friendly Backyard for Kids
Building a family-friendly backyard is a perfect way to inspire your kids to enjoy the great outdoors. According to UNICEF, outdoor play is vital for children’s development. Numerous studies have shown that spending time outside, particularly during unstructured play, enhances children’s physical health, social skills, and even their ability to focus. A well-thought-out area can…
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EDI in construction: creating a space where everyone belongs
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Ashe Construction has launched an initiative that aims to increase the representation of women and underrepresented groups on site. The initiative is part of the company’s wider workforce strategy called Belong, which is designed to foster a workplace where everyone feels that they belong. The team at Ashe’s Bedford Academy site in Bedfordshire is being…
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Helix Electric Expands to Iowa, Creating 400 New Jobs
Helix Electric Inc., a leading electrical contracting company, plans to hire 400 skilled professionals for a new data center project in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The company is seeking Iowa Licensed Journeymen, Commissioning Technicians, Quality Technicians, Site Safety Managers, Warehouse Support Staff, Foremen, Superintendents, and Project Managers. Applications are open. Helix Electric Inc. is a 40-year industry…
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Basement Home Office Design. Creating the Perfect Remote Work Environment
The dramatic shift toward remote work has transformed our homes into multifunctional spaces, with dedicated home offices becoming essential rather than optional. Basements—often underutilized and overlooked—present unique opportunities for creating ideal work environments separated from the household’s daily activities. While these below-grade spaces come with challenges like limited natural light and potential moisture issues, they…
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Creating Snow Retention Plans at Rocky Mountain Snow Guards
It may not be Oz, but it can be just as fascinating. Send your roof plan to Rocky Mountain Snow Guards and almost magically you receive a complete snow retention plan detailing the products and placement that will work best for your roof. Free. Since 2010, the Colorado-based company has completed more than 15,000 snow retention…
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How GoToPros is creating meaningful residential spaces
For more than two decades, Vykintas Genys has been redefining what it means to create a home. As founder and president of Genys Construction and GoToPros, he has built a reputation for designing and delivering high-end residential spaces that seamlessly blend artistry, craftsmanship, and innovation. With a background in fine arts and architecture, Genys brings…
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Creating safer jobsites: Understanding how human factors and performance impact construction safety
Human factors and human performance are crucial for workplace safety in most industries, but few are more dire than in the construction industry. These concepts focus on how certain factors correlate with individual behaviors and interactions in the workplace. Understanding these elements can help leaders improve productivity, safety and decision-making, and create a supportive environment…
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Creating a Perfect Condo in the West Village
Driven by a desire for modern elegance and improved functionality, Neil and Ilene partnered with architect Aaron Davis to begin a comprehensive floor-to-rafters renovation of their 1,550-square-foot space. This is the story of how they breathed new life into a dated apartment, creating a dream home through thoughtful design and a touch of boldness. Retired…
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APROPLAN and GenieBelt Merge, Creating “LetsBuild” – the Build Phase End-to-End Digital Platform
Responding to a rising need to deliver an all-in-one solution, supporting on-site planning, progress communication, snagging, drawings and checklists, GenieBelt and APROPLAN have decided to merge to form LetsBuild – the European leader in delivering an end-to-end solution to the global construction industry. For the past five years, GenieBelt CEO Klaus Nyengaard and APROPLAN CEO…