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'Kaleidoscopic' high-rise planned for downtown Los Angeles moves forward

City officials said the 58-story mixed-use tower, featuring a façade with vegetation and digitized landscapes, would worsen traffic, but otherwise do minimal damage to the environment.

By Kim Slowey • Oct. 09, 2018

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By Kevin F. Peartree on behalf of ConsensusDocs • Oct. 04, 2018

Increased need for data drives healthcare construction trends

To accommodate a shift to digital record-keeping and tech-driven care, healthcare contractors are expanding data centers, HVAC and electrical loads through prefabrication and other approaches, experts say. 

By Kathleen Brown • Sept. 26, 2018

State DOTs test sealant that could prevent concrete cracking

Louisiana, Texas and Minnesota are testing a new sealant created to mitigate the effects of the seasonal expansion and contraction of pavement.

By Kim Slowey • Sept. 04, 2018

Report: Expect more and taller skyscrapers

Researchers projected that the tallest skyscraper in 2050 will be more than 3,720 feet high and that there is a chance it will even surpass one mile.

By Kim Slowey • Aug. 28, 2018

San Francisco sees trend toward 'ultra-luxury' condos

The units in one condo tower will be priced at $2,500 per square foot, twice the current going rate for luxury units.

By Kim Slowey • July 26, 2018

Need for automation drives CAD market growth

The global computer-aided design market could grow $357 million before 2022 as more firms aim to cut costs and prevent rework.

By Kathleen Brown • July 25, 2018

Modular-minded firm said it 'future-proofs' schools, offices

Intermodal Structures says its stackable units are completed on-site in less than two hours with mechanical, electrical, ductwork and other systems.

By Kim Slowey • July 17, 2018

$15B Texas high-speed rail construction could start next year

Bechtel will manage work on the 240-mile Dallas-to-Houston line, which is now subject to final environmental reviews.

By Kim Slowey • UPDATED: May 24, 2018 at 9:14 a.m.

Autodesk releases Revit and Dynamo software updates

Revit 2019 improves the interface while Dynamo 2.0 offers a new file format, simplified script language and easier browsing.

By Kathleen Brown • May 09, 2018

Leaked report links shoddy work to London's deadly Grenfell Tower fire

The 71 fatalities from the fire might have been avoided if contractors had followed building regulations, a certification body found.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2018

Sinking Millennium Tower could cost up to $500M to fix

Aside from being incredibly expensive, the complicated retrofit in San Francisco could take as long as five years to complete.

By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2018

Las Vegas Convention Center reveals design for $860M expansion

The project, which is partially funded by the same hotel-tax increase that will help pay for the Raiders stadium, could create nearly 14,000 construction jobs.

By Kim Slowey • April 12, 2018

Deep Dive

Cities are 3-D printing their way to more sustainable futures

The disruptive, fascinating technology could revolutionize the construction industry and make cities' infrastructure more resilient and affordable.

By Katie Pyzyk • April 11, 2018

Netherlands' 3-D printed bridge gets installation date

MX3D used in-house software and four industrial robots to print the bridge over a six-month period.

By Mary Tyler March • April 11, 2018

These bricks could be a game-changer for insulation

Filled with aerogel, which also is used in NASA spacesuits, the walls isolate heat up to eight times better compared to a standard masonry wall.

By Laurie Cowin • April 11, 2018

Deep Dive

Modular building is (slowly) moving onto jobsites

According to attendees at the 2018 World of Modular conference, prefabrication is one segment where the industry has a "massive opportunity to improve."

By Mary Tyler March • April 04, 2018

Thyssenkrupp opens high-tech, 31-story facility

The tower features two elevators, one which can reach speeds of up to 40 mph and another that uses the world's first ropeless elevator system.

By Mary Tyler March • March 28, 2018

CLT panel fails during construction of $80M university building

Oregon State University said it will continue to use the cross-laminated timber panels in the new building's construction.

By Kim Slowey • March 27, 2018

Wood nanocrystals in a California bridge could change how concrete is made

The nanocrystals are expected to strengthen concrete and decrease the need to use as much of the material.

By Mary Tyler March • March 21, 2018

Florida pedestrian bridge collapse survivor files lawsuit against design-build team

The suit seeks damages exceeding $15,000 and claims reckless negligence on the part of FIGG Bridge Engineers and Munilla Construction Management.

By Kim Slowey , Mary Tyler March • March 16, 2018

Developer reveals $660M plans for Seattle's KeyArena upgrade

OVG and architecture firm Populous have included an upper-deck club space where fans can view the arena bowl and the Space Needle at the same time.

By Kim Slowey • March 12, 2018

Developer submits concept for Denver's tallest building

If the $371 million, 81-story high-rise is built, the skyscraper would stand 25 stories over the city's next highest tower.   

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2018

MSG and Sands plan 360-foot-tall spherical Las Vegas arena

The current design, which will feature more than 36 miles of LED lighting, could fly into trouble with the FAA due to its proximity to McCarran International Airport.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2018

Resilient floating mixed-use complex proposed for New York City's Pier 40

DFA is designing the project to accommodate the anticipated sea level rise surrounding the city. Developers of waterfront buildings in other areas are planning for rising tides, too.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 20, 2018