Residential projects: 5 mistakes project managers don’t know they are making
Many project managers in repetitive residential projects tell us that they have to spend up to 50% of their time … Read more
Designing lab workspaces in the time of COVID
COVID-19 initially brought major disruptions to lab operations and staffing. Those disruptions are now often mitigated through split staffing shifts … Read more
How the architecture and design community can contribute to the circular economy
In the not-too-distant past, it was common to view materials through a “cradle to grave” lens. Raw materials would be harvested and … Read more
Makita Announces Release of New 40V, 80V XGT Tool Lineup for US Market
Those that follow tool news may have heard about a new Makita tool platform that launched in several other countries … Read more
[VIDEO] SkyTy is the Drone That Ties Rebar From the Sky
Just over a year ago, I was introduced to an early prototype of the SkyMul SkyTy, which is a robotic … Read more
[VIDEO] This Cantilevered Building Was Built With Only Stainless Steel, No Concrete
There have been many attempts to use different materials for the structural support systems of buildings over the years, but … Read more
1 Year Later: The Effects of Coronavirus on Construction
It’s been a little over a year since the coronavirus pandemic sent the entire world into a period of uncertainty, … Read more
The 7 Biggest Construction Safety Stories of 2020
2020 was a challenging year in many respects, but none greater than from a safety standpoint. The coronavirus pandemic placed … Read more
Bridging the gap: 3 steps to improving communication in construction
Timely communication is an essential component of success for every project with a lot of repetition in construction. Whether you … Read more
[VIDEO] Need to Get Some Heavy Equipment Up a Mountain? Try a Cable Car System
Remote jobsites with difficult terrain pose some substantial logistical challenges when it comes to getting equipment and materials on site. … Read more
Autodesk Fully Releases Takeoff for 2D and 3D Estimating
Autodesk announced the impending release of 3 new products, combining the best of all of their existing products and adding … Read more