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The Link Up: Em’s New Family Wall Frames, Gretchen’s Breezy Summer Pant, And A Great New Collection
Happy Sunday, everyone. In case you missed it, Emily and the amazing PDX gals made the best YouTube video. In order to start what we are officially now calling “The Carriage House” (the other home on her property from the 1850s), a major clean-out has begun. The video is fun, funny, and 100% Emily. Check…
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Where to position landscape lighting – expert tricks
Knowing where to position landscape lighting allows you to dramatically enhance your outdoor space. Landscape lighting is a versatile tool you can use to showcase particular features you want to draw attention to, as well as being an easy way to give your outdoor space a professional-looking finish. “Most gardens will benefit from some form…
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What is the Government’s New Housing Bank?
The Government is launching a £16 billion National Housing Bank, a major new financial institution aimed at tackling the UK’s long-standing housing crisis. But while the headlines focus on big numbers and national plans, the impact on self-builders may be much closer to the ground. The bank, part of the government’s “Plan for Change,” will…
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Five things I wish I hadn’t compromised on when extending
Juggling time, budgets and priorities when you’re building an extension can be all consuming. Particularly when everything seems to cost more, take longer or take precedence when you least expect it to. And, while I’ve always taken a fabric first approach to home expansion plans, believing that if you get the main structure and components…
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Columbia’s Vertical Tennis Center Tackles Urban, Climate Challenges
Building Up, Not Out: Columbia’s Vision for Resilient Urban Athletics Project Name: Philip & Cheryl Milstein Family Tennis Center – Columbia University Client: Columbia University Challenge: Create a top-level tennis training center in a unique environment – on a small footprint along the Hudson and Harlem Rivers in Manhattan. Results: A one-of-a-kind space that features…
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Angi Marks 30 Years with New AI Tool for Homeowners
Angi—formerly known as Angie’s List—is introducing a new, “AI Helper” to its service request experience, as part of its continued effort to simplify how homeowners connect with top-quality service professionals and meet demand for smarter, more intuitive home improvement solutions. This innovation coincides with Angi’s 30th anniversary, marking three decades of connecting homeowners with skilled…
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Skanska Completes HSS Sports Medicine Reno in New York
Skanska, a leading global construction and development firm, today announced the completion of the $8M renovation of Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) Sports Medicine Institute West Side located in New York, New York. “We are proud to collaborate with HSS and to be celebrating the successful expansion of this cutting-edge, high-performance healthcare facility that treats…
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Construction Begins on James Ramos Public Safety Center
San Bernardino City Unified School District (SBCUSD) has broken ground on the $20 million James Ramos Center for Public Safety. C.W. Driver Companies, a premier California builder specializing in educational facilities, will be leading the construction of a 17,140 square-foot facility which will house the District’s Police Department, Office of Emergency Management and cadet program.…
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Cadence McShane Names Monica Schoenemann SVP, CCO
Cadence McShane Construction is thrilled to welcome Monica Schoenemann as the new Senior Vice President – Chief Construction Officer. Her arrival coincides with a significant milestone as the company celebrates its 40th anniversary and looks ahead to the next 40 years of sustainable growth and innovation. Monica will lead construction operations across the company, reporting…
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Delegated Design in Construction: How to Avoid Legal and Financial Risks
Design delegation has become increasingly prevalent in modern construction, encompassing everything from curtain wall systems to precast panels and fire protection layouts. Contractors and specialty subcontractors are frequently expected not only to construct but also to assume responsibility for portions of design. While this model can enhance project efficiency and delivery, it introduces legal complexities…