Tag: Rise
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Arkadelphia High School Visits Siplast’s RISE Center
Siplast, a Standard Industries company, recently welcomed 11th- and 12th-grade students from Arkadelphia High School to its state-of-the-art RISE Center in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The visit offered students a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s innovative research and manufacturing processes, along with hands-on learning and exposure to career opportunities available in their hometown. The RISE Center—short for…
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Arkadelphia High School Visits Siplast’s RISE Center
Siplast, a Standard Industries company, recently welcomed 11th- and 12th-grade students from Arkadelphia High School to its state-of-the-art RISE Center in Arkadelphia, Arkansas. The visit offered students a behind-the-scenes look at the company’s innovative research and manufacturing processes, along with hands-on learning and exposure to career opportunities available in their hometown. The RISE Center—short for…
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Steel, Glass, and Concrete: The Rise of Industrial-Modern Homes
Some people think that industrial chic doesn’t work for a home. The design lacks warmth, natural light, or a grounding aura. They may be right. Then again, with the progress of construction technology, even the naysayers can be won over. The industrial-modern home is no longer confined to a niche aesthetic tucked away in urban…
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CIOB Awards 2025: High Rise Accommodation
Gold Award Winner: David John MCIOB, Willmott Dixon Construction Project: Millwrights Place and Coopers Court, Bristol Scope: Construction of 15-storey and 10-storey blocks with 297 apartments, completed in 168 weeks Client: Cubex Land Value: £57m Handing over a defect-free residential tower is notoriously difficult. David John not only managed the feat, on time and to budget, but delivered…
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CIOB Awards 2025: Low Rise Accommodation
Gold Award Winner: Graham Potts, Kier Construction Project: Marylebone Square, London W1Scope: Construction of 79 apartments in nine-storey block, completed in 158 weeks Client: Concord London Value: £124m A constrained site in central London, the entire footprint taken up by the building itself, and surrounded by busy roads, schools and commercial premises, posed a tough construction challenge. This…
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The Rise of Eco-Conscious Tile in Commercial Design
Not many commercial establishments would choose to use eco-friendly tiles in their design. But, eco-conscious commercial tile designs are swiftly getting traction today, not only because of their aesthetic appeal, but also because of how they help reduce the world’s carbon footprint. Eco-friendly tiles are made of sustainable materials, which help minimize their environmental impact…
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The Rise of Eco-Conscious Tile in Commercial Design
Not many commercial establishments would choose to use eco-friendly tiles in their design. But, eco-conscious commercial tile designs are swiftly getting traction today, not only because of their aesthetic appeal, but also because of how they help reduce the world’s carbon footprint. Eco-friendly tiles are made of sustainable materials, which help minimize their environmental impact…
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The Rise of Amenity-Rich Apartments: What Renters Should Expect in 2025
Looking for a new place to live? You’re not alone. With more people rethinking their lifestyle priorities, especially after the pandemic years, the demand for amenity-rich apartments is skyrocketing, and 2025 is set to take this trend to the next level. Today’s renters aren’t just looking for four walls and a roof. They want comfort,…
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Construction materials costs rise for third month on tariff pressures
Dive Brief: Construction input prices increased 0.5% in March, while nonresidential input prices climbed 0.6%, both unusually steep jumps, according to an analysis by Associated Builders and Contractors of U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data. Both overall and nonresidential input prices are now 0.8% higher than a year ago and sit more than 40% higher…
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‘Plan early’ — homebuilders warned building costs are set to rise 12% by 2030
Homebuilders and renovators face a challenging landscape as building costs are set to rise by 12% over the next five years, according to the latest forecast from the Building Cost Information Service (BCIS). With tender prices also expected to increase by 15% and new work output predicted to grow by 19%, those looking to build…