Tag: Life
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Can This Old Leather Sofa Be Brought Back To Life? We Tested Two Products To Find Out
Hello, friends! Gretch here. It’s been a while since I’ve taken you inside my apartment, and admittedly, you won’t see much of it in this post. But we’ve got a new friend in the mix, and just like me, she could probably benefit from a little cosmetic work! This little leather beauty here is what…
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Extend the Life of Your Work Boots in a Few Simple Steps
Just like a tool belt and a trusty truck, a comfortable pair of safety toe work boots are a necessity for construction workers. Similar to that trusty truck, work boots need regular care and maintenance to make sure they last as long as possible. Avoid Unnecessary Wear & Tear To prolong the life of a…
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Skanska completes George Mason University’s Life Sciences and Engineering Building
Leading global development and construction firm Skanska has completed George Mason University’s (GMU) new Life Sciences and Engineering Building on the school’s Prince William County Science and Technology (SciTech) Campus. The state-of-the-art, $85.4 million facility spans 132,000 square feet of purpose-built space, featuring advanced research laboratories, specialized teaching facilities and flexible innovation zones designed for…
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Chartered company brings Cornish aparthotel to life
Cornwall’s first coastal aparthotel officially opened its doors in January. It was delivered by CIOB chartered company We are Ease. SeaSpace, Cornwall’s first coastal aparthotel – delivered by CIOB chartered company We are Ease – opened in January. On the edge of Newquay, overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, the complex was created from the former Sands…
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The Construction Site Accidents with the Potential to Take a Person’s Life
Construction sites are dangerous places with heavy machinery, towering structures, and unpredictable conditions. And, there are plenty of construction sites in NYC. While modern safety regulations aim to minimize these risks, accidents still tragically occur, leaving victims with fatal injuries. The average construction accident victim in NYC has to deal with a range of physical,…
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Why Regular Cleaning Routines Enhance Home Life and Well-Being
A clean home is more than just visually appealing—it’s a cornerstone of health, comfort, and overall well-being. Establishing a regular cleaning routine doesn’t just ensure your living space stays tidy; it also improves your quality of life in profound ways. From reducing stress to promoting better health, consistent cleaning practices play a vital role in…
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EarthCam 4D and Bentley Bring Construction Digital Twins to Life
EarthCam, a provider of webcam technology and services, has introduced EarthCam 4D, empowering virtual design and construction (VDC) teams to overlay and synch live imagery with their digital twins. An intuitive timeline allows users to scroll backwards and forward in time to view live imagery in relation to their 4D models. Built on the Bentley iTwin platform, EarthCam 4D augments Bentley…
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Life Cycle Assessment with One Click – Interview with Ryan Zizzo
Life cycle assessment of buildings and infrastructure using smart tools and BIM is the theme of my interview with Ryan Zizzo. Ryan is the International Sales Manager at Bionova, a leading developer of sustainability metrics solutions, specializing in web-based, user friendly life cycle assessment (LCA). In this podcast, he will briefly describe life cycle assessment and…
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Construction Study: Life After the Recession
A newly published report, The Construction Ecosystem: Recession-Era vs. 2014, by construction software research company Software Advice shows how the construction industry has recovered from the recession that officially ended in 2009. The study is based on US Census Bureau data and the 2014 Inc. 5000 list. Some of the key findings from he report include: In July 2014,…