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VELUX Skylights Transform O'More College of Design Alumni Show House

A ca. 1904 Queen Anne Victorian home in the Franklin, TN historic district has been restored to splendor as a high-style residence and serves as the annual O'More Alumni Show House for 2014.

31 Jul 2014

Trend, Forecast and Opportunity Analysis on Global Flat Glass Industry

Reportbuyer.com has added a new market research report: Global Flat Glass Industry 2014-2019: Trend, Forecast, and Opportunity Analysis

31 Jul 2014

Champion Brands Begins Construction on Public-Private CNG Station in Jacksonville

Today, Champion Brands, a Florida beer distributor, broke ground on its public-private CNG station with partner Trillium CNG. Champion CEO Earl Benton turned to natural gas to avoid frequent and costly fluctuations in the price of diesel: "If there is war in the Middle East or a hurricane, we will not be impacted as dramatically," said Benton.

31 Jul 2014

Construction Progresses on New FirstEnergy Transmission Substation in West Virginia

Construction is underway on a new FirstEnergy Corp. transmission substation in Doddridge County, West Virginia, to support the electric demands of the area's rapidly expanding Marcellus Shale gas industry and help enhance service reliability for Mon Power's customers in Doddridge and neighboring counties.

31 Jul 2014

Governments of Canada and Manitoba Announce Joint Investment to Create Affordable Housing

The governments of Canada and Manitoba today announced the joint investment of an additional $104 million over five years to help create more affordable housing for individuals and families across the province.

31 Jul 2014

Second Phase of Construction Begins at Manchester-by-the-Sea Summer Hill Neighborhood

Windover Construction is pleased to announce the second phase of construction has begun with the recent groundbreaking for six new homes at the Manchester-by-the-Sea Summer Hill neighborhood. The anticipated completion date is spring 2015.

31 Jul 2014

TD Ameritrade Earns LEED Platinum Certification for New Corporate Headquarters

In July 2013, TD Ameritrade Holding Corporation solidified its growing commitment to community and sustainability by officially opening the doors of its new green corporate headquarters, constructed with the latest in energy efficient technology and a unique design to provide a more environmentally-friendly workplace. Just one year later, the building’s many sustainable features have earned the facility LEED® Platinum Certification, the highest level of distinction awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC).

30 Jul 2014

Bechtel-led Team Completes Phase 1 of Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project

Tens of thousands of people in the Washington, D.C. region are now travelling on the newest rail line built by a Bechtel-led team. Phase 1 of the Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project, also known as the Silver Line, consists of 11.7 miles of track and five stations, and connects to the region's existing metro system. It opened to the public July 26.

30 Jul 2014

North First Campus to Become First LEED-ND Project in Silicon Valley

North First Campus, a 1.8-million-square-foot, 43-acre master planned office campus being developed by Lowe Enterprises and an affiliate of Five Mile Capital Partners, has been Pre-Certified for LEED for Neighborhood Development (LEED-ND) by the U.S. Green Building Council. It is the first plan in Silicon Valley to be LEED-ND Pre-Certified and is one of only seven certifications in California.

30 Jul 2014

Bentley Systems Announces Availability of LEAP Bridge Steel Software for Evaluating Concrete Bridges

Bentley Systems, Incorporated, the leading company dedicated to providing comprehensive software solutions for sustaining infrastructure, today announced the immediate availability of LEAP Bridge Steel for the 3D modeling, design, analysis, and load rating of everyday steel bridges.

30 Jul 2014

B2W Software Earns Constructech 50 Designation for Sixth Straight Year

B2W Software, a leading provider of enterprise-class construction software, services and solutions, today announced that it has been named to the Constructech 50, a listing of the most influential construction technology providers, for the sixth consecutive year. This prestigious ranking recognizes the leading technology companies that are driving the construction industry forward each year.

30 Jul 2014

SunPower Starts Construction on 135-MW Quinto Solar Project in California

SunPower Corp. today announced it has started construction on the 135-megawatt Quinto Solar Project in Merced County, Calif. The system will generate power for Southern California Edison's customers, under a long-term power purchase agreement. In accordance with the company's recently announced holdco strategy, SunPower expects to own and operate the solar power plant during construction.

30 Jul 2014

Comprehensive Forecast Report on Global Ceiling Tiles Market

Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Global Ceiling Tiles (Mineral Wool, Metal, Gypsum and Others) Market - Forecast to 2019" report to their offering.

30 Jul 2014

Skybox Starts Construction on New Houston Datacenter Facility

Skybox Datacenters, a Dallas-based datacenter developer, has commenced construction on Skybox Houston One, an 86,960-square-foot purpose-built datacenter initially offering four private 10,000-square-foot data halls and able to expand to 12 data halls within its 20-acre campus. The facility is located in the fast-growing Energy Corridor of Houston, Texas and completion is expected in November of 2014.

30 Jul 2014

New Affordable Housing Units Opened in Richibucto

Three new affordable housing units for low-income seniors, non-elderly singles and persons with disabilities were officially opened in Richibucto.

29 Jul 2014

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VELUX Skylights Transform O'More College of Design Alumni Show House

Trend, Forecast and Opportunity Analysis on Global Flat Glass Industry

Champion Brands Begins Construction on Public-Private CNG Station in Jacksonville

Construction Progresses on New FirstEnergy Transmission Substation in West Virginia

Governments of Canada and Manitoba Announce Joint Investment to Create Affordable Housing

Second Phase of Construction Begins at Manchester-by-the-Sea Summer Hill Neighborhood

TD Ameritrade Earns LEED Platinum Certification for New Corporate Headquarters

Bechtel-led Team Completes Phase 1 of Dulles Corridor Metrorail Project

North First Campus to Become First LEED-ND Project in Silicon Valley

Bentley Systems Announces Availability of LEAP Bridge Steel Software for Evaluating Concrete Bridges

B2W Software Earns Constructech 50 Designation for Sixth Straight Year

SunPower Starts Construction on 135-MW Quinto Solar Project in California

Comprehensive Forecast Report on Global Ceiling Tiles Market

Skybox Starts Construction on New Houston Datacenter Facility

New Affordable Housing Units Opened in Richibucto

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Sustainable Challenges in the Cement Industry

Discussing Construction Heritage and Preservation with Dr. Silke Langenberg

Providing Emergency Accommodation with Modular Shelters

Construction Trends

Health, Safety, and Regulations

Trending Stories

1UBC Researchers Design Electrochemical System to Recycle Cement and Slash Emissions

2AI Model Restores Lost Bridge Data to Improve Structural Safety

3Researchers Develop High-Strength Construction Materials From Industrial and Agricultural Waste

4Reinforced-Concrete Logic Gives Metals a Breakthrough in High-Temperature Strength

5Can Waste From Nickel Production Create Better Concrete? This Study Says Yes

6Biomass Innovation Reshapes Sustainable Construction