Construction

Skyscrapers of the future? US architects reveal designs for high-rise buildings dubbed 'Urban Sequoias' that can remove up to 1,000 TONNES of carbon from the atmosphere – equivalent of 48,500 trees The 'Urban Sequoia' is the brainchild of the Chicago-based architectural firm Skidmore, Owings & Merrill It would use various carbon storage approaches such as direct air capture and growth of algae for biomass The tower design's 'stack effect' would help draw air into the centre of the building for processing  Over a 60 year period, each high-rise could absorb up to four times the carbon released in its construction...

INOX’s new XSF Series Exit Device Designer Trim featured at DHI ConNextions Offers consistent, matching lever design across openings of the entire facility The new XSF Series Exit Device Designer Trim by INOX delivers a matching lever design across openings of the entire facility while maintaining the proper ratings & codes. We developed the XSF Series Trim because clients were looking for a way to include modern decorative design options in their projects’ exit devices, but other hardware brands couldn’t offer a beautiful, custom design that was also properly rated for the facility. NEW ORLEANS (PRWEB) October 20, 2021 INOX...

Terra-Gen, Mortenson and Solas Energy Consulting Recognize Construction Inclusion Week Builders of World’s Largest Integrated Solar and Battery Energy Storage Project Terra-Gen, Mortenson, and Solas Energy Consulting, builders of world’s largest integrated solar and battery energy storage project, celebrate the first-ever Construction Inclusion Week, October 18-22. These innovative companies are committed to promoting the importance of diversity and inclusion in their company culture by recognizing the exceptionally diverse teams at their projects, which include a high percentage of women and others from underrepresented groups in project leadership positions. Solas Energy Consulting employs an exceptionally diverse and inclusive workforce and management...

The Champion Companies To Build 204 Class A Apartments The multi-family firm will expand its local presence with a Class A development on Hayden Road   River Park of Dublin is a 204 Unit Class A Apartment Development in Central Ohio "This new development will be a first-class community that the neighborhood will be proud of for years to come,” said Brian Hoar, Champion’s Chief Investment Officer. “Dublin, Ohio continues to be a very strong market and we’re excited to expand our footprint there.” COLUMBUS, Ohio (PRWEB) October 21, 2021 The Champion Companies, a multi-family investment, development and management firm...

MRA Unveils Free New Educational Roofing Resources for Homeowners Based on some of the most frequently asked questions homeowners have when it comes to replacing or installing a new roof, the Metal Roofing Alliance now offers an extensive collection of educational video resources available for free.   MRA now offers additional educational resources for homeowners tackling installation and re-roofing projects "With metal roofing booming in popularity, homeowners are seeking solid information and resources for how to make the best home improvement investments." -Renee Ramey, MRA Executive Director New educational video resources focusing on the specific performance and sustainability benefits of...