We all know that the construction industry has a labor shortage problem. There are fewer workers available, and projects are becoming more and more complex, leaving teams under pressure to deliver results despite a shrinking workforce. This article in Building Enclosure discusses how digital access to building codes and standards are emerging as a key solution, allowing construction professionals to work more efficiently and cohesively, even with leader teams. Click the link below to see how digital tools can help reduce miscommunication, streamline workflows and ensure safer, more compliant project outcomes.
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Location: Moultrie, GA
Products: Alucobond (MCM)
General Contractor: Allstate Construction Group Inc.
Architect: Altman + Barrett
Southern Regional Technical College (SRTC) is currently building a new Technical and Industrial Building at its Moultrie Veterans Parkway campus. The project marks a significant milestone for the college as it expands its facilities to accommodate a range of essential programs. The 72,116-square-foot building will house the air conditioning technology, automotive and collision repair, carpentry, diesel equipment technology, electrical systems technology, industrial systems technology, and welding and joining technology programs. An integral component of the campus, the new state-of-the-art building will provide students training using expanded technology and will allow students to translate their skills from the classroom to the workforce. Additionally, the new facility will provide even greater opportunities to strengthen partnerships with area high schools. For this project, MillerClapperton is fabricating and installing 3,646 square feet of Metal Composite Material (MCM) panels.
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Community-centric design can foster neighborhoods that are both vibrant and accessible by emphasizing inclusivity, sustainability and human-centered infrastructure. In this blog post by Jennifer Wegner, editorial manager at Page, on Building Design + Construction, she highlights how community-centric design transcends traditional architectural and planning practices by offering a remarkable framework that enriches the quality of life for all residents. A key principle is livability, which is the collection of factors that contribute to the enhanced quality of life. Click the link below to read more.
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Water reflects the harmony between architecture and nature on the shores of serene lakes, and homes emerge as true retreats. Check out these 20 lakeside homes in ArchDaily that are designed to offer comfort and a deep connection with their surroundings. They all have diverse materials and scales that adapt to different landscapes and lifestyles. From remote wooden cabins to sophisticated concrete and glass mansions in urban areas, these residences all take advantage of natural resources and their surroundings unique characteristics.
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Recommendation: “A Moratorium on New Construction,” by Charlotte Malterre-Barthes
Published by: Sternberg Press
An assistant professor of architectural and urban design at the Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, Charlotte Malterre-Barthes was also faculty at the Harvard Graduate School of Design, where her research interests related to urgent aspects of contemporary urbanization, material extraction and climate emergency, as well as ecological and social justice. In this soon-to-be-released book, she poses the question: what if we stopped building? What ecological and social benefits would such a moratorium deliver, and how would it change the architectural practice?
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