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Resiliency

U.S. is reducing floodplain development in most areas

The perception that the U.S. has not been able to curb development in flood-prone areas is mostly inaccurate, according to new research from climate adaptation experts. A national survey of floodplain development between 2001 and 2019 found that fewer structures were built in floodplains than might be expected if cities were building at random.


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Contractors

Bringing the concepts of architects, engineers, and clients to life often requires problem-solving and compromise, and always requires hard work on the contractor’s part. Keeping construction within the allotted budget and up to the rest of the building team’s standards requires a combination of extensive technical and product knowledge.

Jan 3, 2013

Answered prayers

A bold renovation enables a small church to expand its mission on a grand scale.

Rob Cassidy | Jan 2, 2013

We're looking for a few great technical advisors

The editors of BD+C are looking for highly qualified experts to advise us on technical issues…
Jan 2, 2013

M&A activity at U.S. AEC firms up slightly

Total mergers and acquisitions in the AEC industry hit 171 in 2012, up slight from the 169 deals in 2011.

Jan 2, 2013

Construction jobs made gains in 2012, even with a slow Q4, says Gilbane report

The construction sector in the nine states with 50% of construction employment was up 169,000 jobs from February to September 2012, following a lost of 137,000 jobs from September 2011 to January 2012.

Dec 21, 2012

ABI gains for fourth straight month

Positive business conditions for all building sectors.

Rob Cassidy | Dec 21, 2012

Happy holidays, dear readers! A little verse (very little, in fact) for the season

Dear reader, it’s that time of year To thank our friends, and wish good cheer To everyone who gets…
Rob Cassidy | Dec 13, 2012

6 questions you and your firm should be thinking about

We just finished work on an excellent article on "8 Trends Shaping Today's Senior Housing," which…
Dec 13, 2012

LPCiminelli opens New York City office

Steve Giordano named executive in charge of new office.

Dec 9, 2012

BIM becomes VDC

A case study in disruption.

Dec 9, 2012

Greenzone pop quiz

Greenbuild attendees share their thoughts with BD+C on the SAGE modular classroom.

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