A Conservatory is commonly referred to as the greenhouse or sunroom and is often considered the best part of any garden. That’s why your best bet is to use a space where there is a […]
Construction projects can go wrong. The scale and complexity of plans and the level of precision and cooperation required can make it difficult to achieve perfection. The good news is that there are ways to […]
Simply by looking at the nameplate data and functioning program of a building, we can easily estimate its energy consumption. One important thing to note here is that the link between various building systems and […]
The housing crisis is still affecting California, even though job numbers are on the rise, and the economy is on a steady line. This situation is caused by a number of reasons. More and more […]
Many people think of high costs whenever home remodeling is mentioned; probably the reason why most people postpone the idea of a home makeover. However, home remodeling and redesigning don’t have to cost a lot […]
When it comes to construction projects, one thing any builder can agree on is the issue that they face when it comes to moisture. Mostly it can be an issue caused by metal buildings that […]
Renovating your home and renovating just the bathroom are very different things. When remodeling your home, you are perhaps looking to give a new look to the entire house. For bathroom remodeling, the idea is […]
A building’s foundation doesn’t carry its own load. The design load of a building and its foundation are supported by the ground beneath. This ground beneath comprises fully, of natural earth, and as such, is […]
Now that everyone is stuck at home and have been for some time, it is a good idea to consider home renovation or even commercial renovation projects. When it comes to renovation, there are a […]
This is an article in the series adapting to the pandemic, where we intend to share useful tips for making it through these troublesome times. Reducing the supply of direct outdoor air, when needed, is the […]
A reliable energy-efficient roofing system needs a solid roof membrane, in many cases a vapor barrier, and beneath that an insulation suitable for space, pitch, and material needs. The purpose of insulation is to provide […]
Masonry construction goes as far as the early days of the millennial construction industry. Being one of the oldest, it is also one of the most popular building techniques. Masonry can serve as the building […]
This is an article in the series adapting to the pandemic, where we intend to share useful tips for making it through these troublesome times. The COVID-19 pandemic has hit the construction industry hard. As soon […]
Construction projects have a bit of an unfortunate reputation; some people think “on-time and under budget” is a myth in our industry. Let’s start by affirming that it’s absolutely not a myth; buildings that are […]
In the 3rd century BCE, the combination of water with volcanic dust, aggregate, gypsum, or lime by the Romans, made the first-ever concrete mix in history. Fast forward two millenniums later, concrete is a leading […]
Have you found yourself immersed in a confusing landscape of codes and permits, of construction schematics and environmental analyses? The planning and construction of a commercial building may seem like a daunting process, but it […]
Structural design is a methodical investigation to get the economical specification of a structure or a structural element to carry the predicted load safely. The goal of structural design is to produce structures that can resist […]
Early in the 1900s, there weren’t what we call “high rise buildings” today, with the 482’ Strasbourg Cathedral being the world’s tallest building. Other than walking, the use of horses and wind sails as forms […]
Are you thinking about remodeling your home? Though the thought about having a fresh-looking home can be exciting, the actual work of remodeling can be really stressful. If you don’t have enough space in your […]
The Coronavirus pandemic has flipped the world on its head, but all is not lost. With construction, getting started again and customers keen to get on with projects and plans now is an excellent time […]