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The Dotted Line: ‘Carrot and stick’ provisions help architects and GCs get along
A new report explores the clashes between designers and builders. Construction attorneys say it doesn’t have to be that way.
By Joe Bousquin • July 26, 2022 -
Procore, Amazon Web Services partner on digital twin technology
The integration and data sharing deal will allow users to upload real-time data to the Procore management hub.
By Matthew Thibault • July 20, 2022 -
Trendline
Top 5 stories from Construction Dive
Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.
By Construction Dive staff -
Column // Help Wanted
How wishing wells and dog houses showcase carpentry skills
In Construction Dive’s latest Help Wanted column, apprentice competitors from a carpenters trade group share their career goals.
By Zachary Phillips • July 14, 2022 -
Turner gets surgical with $225M University of Kentucky health education building contract
The NYC-based contractor is building on momentum from previous medical center projects.
By Matthew Thibault • July 13, 2022 -
Sponsored by DIRTT
Contech leaders say convergence is driving a construction industry renaissance
Architects and builders are looking to manufacturing to make the construction process more like industrial assembly lines — modular, repeatable and efficient.
July 11, 2022 -
Virginia Tech's Innovation Campus takes shape near Washington, DC
A team led by Whiting-Turner has pumped nearly 42 million gallons of water from the school’s Alexandria, Virginia, project site since construction started.
By Matthew Thibault • July 6, 2022 -
Opinion
The future of BIM, standards and certifications
BIM is increasingly becoming important on jobsites, and it will only become more necessary, says one expert.
By Frank Weiss • July 6, 2022 -
Q&A
General Motors aims to make EV charging accessible to apartment residents
Working with cities, states and local GM dealers, the automaker wants to solve the challenge of charging access for those who live in multifamily dwellings, the automaker’s EV charging analyst explains.
By Dan Zukowski • June 29, 2022 -
New York transit authority to upgrade most inaccessible subway stations by 2055
The Metropolitan Transportation Authority agreed to add ramps or elevators to 95% of all inaccessible New York City subway stations under a lengthy timeline, resolving multiple class-action lawsuits.
By Maria Rachal • June 28, 2022 -
All signs point to a 'growing appetite' for digital twins
Implementation is expected to increase 36% over the next five years, according to a new report. But one expert cautions against falling for the "hype.”
By Cailin Crowe • June 15, 2022 -
Sponsored by Trimble
Civil engineer and contractor build 3D digital bridge with Trimble model collaboration platform
National Design Firm WSB bridges the design-to-construction digital gap on Highway 169 Redefine.
June 6, 2022 -
UK prefab design company targets US expansion
Bryden Wood's "kit-of-parts" approach leverages components that are similar on each project while also providing opportunities for customization.
By Sebastian Obando • May 25, 2022 -
Sponsored by Quickbase
The 5 benefits of lean construction practices
Lean construction benefits customers, your business and the environment. Learn how that's possible.
May 2, 2022 -
Robots can revolutionize the modular building industry
Autovol CEO Rick Murdock said at the World of Modular conference this week that automation will continue to take up more of his company's production.
By Sebastian Obando • April 27, 2022 -
Earth Day groundbreaking for world's largest wildlife crossing
The landbridge will provide animals a passage to cross the 10-lane Highway 101 in California.
By Matthew Thibault • April 22, 2022 -
Clark leverages field data, sustainable material in HQ2 build
The contractor is employing mass timber, low-carbon concrete and technology to build Amazon's second headquarters in Arlington, Virginia.
By Matthew Thibault • April 13, 2022 -
Procore integrates with embodied carbon calculator to aid contractor sustainability goals
Users can identify the environmental impacts of their building materials in order to shave off excess pollution in their projects.
By Matthew Thibault • April 13, 2022 -
Seattle Airport's Concourse C expansion inspired by nature
Turner is building the four new floors, which will cost up to $500 million.
By Julie Strupp • April 5, 2022 -
Sponsored by DIRTT
Trauma-informed design is changing the education space — here's what that means for the built environment
An innovative design approach that reshapes learning environments to create a welcoming space that promotes both healing and well-being.
April 4, 2022 -
Sarcos acquires RE2 Robotics, positions for expansion
On top of its construction and manufacturing presence, Sarcos said the deal will enable it to reach other markets.
By Matthew Thibault • March 30, 2022 -
Q&A
Consigli prefab director: 'You don't want it to feel like you're recreating the wheel'
The Boston-based general contractor wants to use more offsite techniques in its projects to boost efficiency.
By Sebastian Obando • March 30, 2022 -
Deep Dive
Why modular has not clicked in commercial construction
Offsite building techniques should be a boon for the industry, but modular's market share in North America is under 6%. Why?
By Sebastian Obando • March 23, 2022 -
Utah's tallest high-rise project under construction
The 372-unit Astra Tower, a luxury apartment building developed by Kensington Investment Co., is set to open in 2024.
By Mary Salmonsen • March 18, 2022 -
Contractors selected to rebuild collapsed Pennsylvania bridge
PennDOT has fast-tracked work to replace the Fern Hollow bridge, which fell while President Joe Biden visited the area to promote infrastructure funding.
By Matthew Thibault • March 17, 2022 -
MIT research team uses 3D scans to repurpose wood scraps
Irregular lumber is usually discarded. Utilizing it in structures is part of a growing wave of eco-friendly building.
By Matthew Thibault • March 16, 2022