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A simplified and integrated approach is the result of merging residential architecture and construction services under one roof. 🛠️ 📽️This video outlines the benefits of choosing a design-build method for your home construction, ensuring efficiency and quality from the initial design to the final build. #customhomebuilder #customhome #avarchitectsbuild #greatfallsva #nova https://hubs.ly/Q02Jmmfs0

A simplified and integrated approach is the result of merging residential architecture and construction services under one roof. 🛠️ 📽️This video outlines the benefits of choosing a design-build method for your home construction, ensuring efficiency and quality from the initial design to the final build. #customhomebuilder #customhome #avarchitectsbuild #greatfallsva #nova https://hubs.ly/Q02JmqLg0

Around the country, hallway space is shrinking, according to the latest trend report from John Burns Research and Consulting. "In Texas, we are designing our homes with fewer hallways as much as feasible. There are many benefits of this trend for new home construction, including more square footage for homeowners to enjoy, a better flow around the home, more natural light, reduced energy costs and savings on construction costs," shared our VP of Value Engineering & Architectural Services, Odeh Kheir, in an interview with Forbes. Read more here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gPYJPUc4 #ThisisTMLiving

Described by one attendee as “taking a master-level class in mass timber,” WoodWorks project tours are often a tipping point that encourages developers and architecture, engineering, and construction professionals to pursue their own wood-based projects. If you’re interested in touring innovative structures built with wood, such as multifamily projects, commercial buildings, and schools, browse WoodWorks’ upcoming events. https://hubs.ly/Q02MKXk60

Real Estate and Construction Professionals, The debate between wood frame and concrete buildings is more relevant than ever in Vancouver's dynamic housing market. Our comprehensive analysis, "Vancouver Wood Frame vs Concrete Buildings," explores the architectural, environmental, and economic implications of each construction type. This piece is essential for anyone involved in building, selling, or investing in residential properties, providing insights into sustainability, cost-efficiency, and market preferences. Engage with us on this critical discussion and help shape the future of construction in Vancouver. ➡️Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/gfgtMArh ➡️Looking for more insights? Swing by Kyle Mark's YouTube Channel for real-time tips and advice: https://lnkd.in/gWjAcxZa ➡️Ready to strategize your property's needs? Book a session with me: https://bit.ly/3vtAyvs #RealEstateDevelopment #SustainableConstruction #VancouverRealEstate

Did you know the number of mass timber buildings are expected to double every two years through 2034? 👀 Building with wood is not just about using a renewable material, it's also a really smart investment. Engineered wood: – Results in higher sales rentals, and lease rates than non-wood structures in several cases. – Adds a unique selling proposition to your portfolio with natural and aesthetically pleasing architecture. – Helps estimate your overall budget with more accuracy. – Accelerates construction often resulting in a faster return on investment. – Often decreases construction costs and building’s operational costs. These are just a few of the economic advantages. 🍃 To get the full list, download our whitepaper "10 Advantages of building with mass timber", and learn why more and more property developers are specifying wood for the financial benefits: https://lnkd.in/dg3w49Hi #masstimberconstruction #sustainableconstruction

Exciting developments for the future of mass timber in Ontario! The Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing has announced key amendments to Ontario’s 2024 Building Code (Ontario Regulation 163/24), set to take effect on January 1, 2025. Amendments include expanded new technical provisions for Encapsulated Mass Timber Construction (EMTC), allowing buildings up to 18 storeys high and expanding the range of occupancy types where EMTC can be used as the primary structural material. Encapsulation requirements have also been eased; 8-storey buildings can be unencapsulated (other than exits and shafts), and 100% exposed wood ceilings are allowed in units for buildings up to 12 storeys. These changes will give architects and builders more flexibility to take advantage of mass timber’s natural fire-resistant properties while preserving its cost-effectiveness, aesthetics, and sustainability benefits. This marks a significant step forward, opening new doors for innovation and sustainability in our industry. By embracing wood as a viable option for large-scale residential construction, these updates align our code with leading European practices, creating new opportunities to scale mass timber in Ontario. #MassTimber #SustainableConstruction #BuildingCodeUpdate #OntarioBuildingCode #InnovationInConstruction #GreenBuilding #EncapsulatedMassTimber #LowCarbonBuilding #ModernConstruction #SustainabilityInDesign

I'm very excited to show insights from our manufacturing and installation process - especially the mix of automation and manual work. While industrialized construction can already automate many tasks—and will automate even more in the future—it’s not just a binary decision. Even in the often-referenced car factories, there are countless steps that require human dexterity, problem-solving, and adaptability. These qualities are often overlooked in discussions about automation, but they are crucial to achieving quality results. In our factory, we ask ourselves two key questions when deciding how to integrate automation: 1. Where does human expertise truly add value? 2. Would the process need to be fundamentally redesigned if automated? Human and automated processes can differ significantly. Every choice to automate—or not—shapes the design, durability, and functionality of the final product. The ultimate goal is that automation enhances human capabilities rather than replacing them. #automation #AEC #MMC #industrializedconstruction #masstimber #robotics

Curious about building your own home and want to know what a modular house entails? Your search ends here as our newest article invites you to explore the realm of modular construction with answers to the top five frequently asked questions. https://buff.ly/48j0QQa #SustainableBuildings #PassiveHouse #LowEmbodiedCarbon #THCHomes

It's simple - no joints means not having leaky joints to fix, and the gutters last for over 30 years. Imagine the impact of this on your housing maintenance budget. For more information or to arrange a CPD session, give us a call on 📞 0330 122 6231 #housing #council #architects