Smart Construction Series: Windows
Smart technology in windows has come a long way from just double glazing, noise reduction, soundproofing, and energy efficiency. Today, many aspects of smart window technology that have already been used in commercial applications are making their way int...
Using 3D Printing in Construction
3D printing is nothing new, and while this technology has been implemented in numerous industries including aerospace, tool making, and medicine, does it have a promising future in the construction industry? Many experts believe it does. The first attempt...
5 Ways to Reduce Waste
Construction waste and debris are inevitable aspects of the building process but the amount of waste can be regulated and reduced. According to construction panel manufacturer Norbord,"the average home build produces about 8,000 pounds of waste." While mo...
5 Ways to Reduce Toxins
Historically, both residential and commercial construction projects have resulted in the release of toxins from building materials. We’ve all heard of older homes containing things like lead paint and asbestos. Today, however, building green doesn’t need ...
Drainage: Everything You Need to Know
One of the most important things to keep an eye on during construction is drainage. That’s because having proper drainage can affect a home both during the building process and long after a home has been completed. Everything from the type of soil the pro...
What is Indoor Air Quality and Why is it Important?
Regardless of the size of your building project, indoor air quality is something that needs to be considered both during the construction phase as well as after the project is completed. The Environmental Protection Agency defines indoor air quality as “T...
The Top 5 Most Energy Efficient Building Materials
These days, the construction market is becoming saturated with various green materials, with many also promising greater efficiency and cost cutting over time. But with so much out there, which ones actually provide the most energy efficiency? This articl...
Green Construction in Homes vs. Multi Unit Dwellings
Green building is not only a growing trend, it can also have numerous benefits for the builder or investor. However, there are some key differences in green construction in single family homes versus multi-unit dwellings. Knowing those differences before ...
Adopting Smart Technology in Green Building
Major corporations, IBM for example, are creating plans for smart cities. Smart cities will include smart buildings. Someone needs to design and build these buildings, which will range from office space to residential homes and apartments, warehouses and ...
Sustainable Construction For Eco-Friendly Building
As the Earth’s population grows and people use its finite resources, the push for eco-friendly processes and procedures has come to the forefront of everyone’s minds. Business leaders, governments and regulating bodies have all created rules, passed bills...
Using Alternative Materials to Cut Costs
With green building becoming not only more popular, but more preferred by municipalities, companies are looking for additional ways to cut costs. Sometimes the initial cost of going green can’t be absorbed as quickly as planned, although the long-term sav...
Technology & Efficiency: Building Information Modeling
Building Information Modeling (BIM) is changing the way buildings and developments are designed. A collaborative piece of technology, BIM allows architects, engineers, designers and builders to work together to create sustainable buildings. As the fourth ...
