Cement Outstrips Trucks for Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Cement releases an astounding amount of pollution, contributing 7% of the world’s carbon dioxide emissions.
Tag: construction
Marriott Hotels Builds the Largest Modular Hotel in the World
The New York city skyline is about to undergo a major change as the Marriot Hotel chain undertakes a new project to construct the tallest modular hotel in the world. This $65 million project will be open in late 2020.
Modular Construction of Hotels is on the Rise
The building of hotels lends itself to modular construction because it reduces build times significantly, cuts costs and reduces the amount of waste. With more customers demanding eco-friendly accommodation options, hotels are leading the shift to offsite construction. Home2 Suites San Francisco Airport North by Hilton will open its first hotel using modular building components… Read more »
The Surprising Benefits of BIM
BIM is a wonderful tool for construction and design companies of all sizes. The common misconception is that BIM is for designers to generate 3D models. While this is a very popular function, BIM can help to manage all the information on your projects from conception to completion.
Why Construction Is Ripe For Disruption
The US economy has been enjoying a historic run. Since June 2009, the upturn is set to be the longest in US history if it can last until June. The one area that is lagging is new home sales. The season? A lack of entry-level homes that are priced within reach of the 19.4 million who have entered the workforce since 2009.
The Timber Revolution
Although the age of concrete is far from over, there seems to be little doubt that timber is the building material of the future—and that it may help to save the planet.
Mass-Production of Homes the Panacea to the Housing Crisis
Housing shortages, less disposable income and rising building costs—if there was ever a time to support affordable housing options, this is it!
The Construction Labor Solutions that Could Save the Industry
With the recession over, the demand for new housing is exceeding supply and there is no end in sight. The trouble is, there aren’t enough construction workers to keep up with demand and that is driving up prices.
NTU’s School for Business will be Asia’s Largest Wooden Building
Nanyang Technological University (NTU) in Singapore is planning an ambitious five-year build of its new $180 million business school. NTU’s president Subra Suresh, described the wooden construction as the university’s “most ambitious sustainable construction project to date”. The six-storey building will be constructed from wood and house the Nanyang Business School. On completion in 2021,… Read more »
The Digital Revolution Encourages Change in the Construction Industry
While the way in which houses are built hasn’t changed much in the last five decades, its about to. Smart home technology, renewable energy sources and the automation of off-site construction are combining to create the perfect storm for major change. Throw the current construction labor shortage into the mix and you have these new… Read more »