How to Plan a Backyard Renovation From Cleanup to Completion

A backyard renovation involves a lot more than choosing plants, patio furniture, or a new lawn. Before any of that happens, it’s important to look at what’s already there. The condition of the soil, underground utility lines, and the way water moves through the yard can all affect the finished space. Taking care of these […] <p>The post How to Plan a Backyard Renovation From Cleanup to Completion first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Renovating Occupied Homes: Sequencing, Dust Control and Livability

Quick Answer Staying in your home during a renovation works when the job runs in phases, the work zone is sealed off from the rest of the house, and one bathroom plus a basic cooking setup stay available the whole time. Settle daily start times, protected walkways and end-of-day clean-up with your contractor before demolition […] <p>The post Renovating Occupied Homes: Sequencing, Dust Control and Livability first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Texas Subcontractor Insurance: 6 Checks for Renovation Contractors

A general contractor in Texas can collect a certificate of insurance from every subcontractor on a tenant improvement job and still end up paying for a sub’s loss. A certificate is a one-page summary. It does not change the policy, it does not create rights, and in Texas, state law says so directly. Texas lets […] <p>The post Texas Subcontractor Insurance: 6 Checks for Renovation Contractors first appeared on CCR-Mag.com.</p>

Historic museum on NYC’s largest farmland gets $9.7M renovation

Queens County Farm Museum is home to historic farm buildings, a greenhouse complex, livestock, and more. Explore plans for its future. The post Historic museum on NYC’s largest farmland gets $9.7M renovation appeared first on The Construction Specifier.

Best Project: Higher Education: Chemistry Building Renovation and Expansion, Cincinnati, Ohio

Anticipating the future needs of students, the University of Cincinnati renovated and expanded its 1917-era Old Chemistry building

60 Minutes Australia - The urgent repairs needed for Australia's national icon, 21012023

The Sydney Opera House urgently needs a major overhaul otherwise it actually could cease to be a functioning opera house. An creator Yoon Utsan has been invited back to advise on the A$600m renovation This includes excavating the sandstone beneath so the whole floor can be lowered a full level that will increase the size of the stage by 70%, providing for more seating and lifting the orchestra seating area.

The B1M - This 270-Year-Old Building Has a High-Tech Secret, 26102022

The future of buildings lies in a Scottish park! The iconic estate of Pollok Country Park is being turned into a new kind of energy hub – one that could shape the future of our cities.

Monocle Films - Kaunas: Lithuania's modernist city 15122021

As Lithuania’s second city, it’s not often Kaunas gets much international attention. This, however, could be about to change. Kaunas has been named one of Europe's Capitals of Culture for 2022; a title it’s taking seriously. Monocle visited the city to take a tour of its modernist marvels.

RICS - Retrofitting for the future: Net zero for existing building stock, 29062022

In this RICS webinar, the panel discuss the challenges in retrofitting existing stock, how can these be overcome and the best way to reduce emissions and energy use

ARTiculations - How are Historic Buildings Renovated? Carnegie Hall Tour 17102018

Renovating a historic building is an art and a science! Betty Chen takes a look at the intricacies of how it works through the fascinating story of Carnegie Hall - one of the most iconic architectural landmarks in the world

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Focus On Flooring

Focus On Flooring is a trusted, family-run flooring and renovation company based in Vaughan, Ontario. Serving the GTA since 2007, they offer quality flooring products and expert installation, with a strong focus on customer satisfaction and transparent pricing.

RINNO

RINNO is a H2020 project to develop, validate and demonstrate an operational interface with augmented intelligence and an occupant-centered approach that will streamline and facilitate the whole lifecycle of building renovation (planning-design, retrofitting, monitoring).

Geo-Gem Contractors

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Reotech Construction Ltd.

Reotech services the Greater Vancouver area in tenant improvements, renovations, and landlord upgrades, working across a range of industries including offices, medical centers, retail, hospitality, and education. With over 30 years’ industry experience, our team of experts create customized solutions to fit company’s specific needs. We offer Design Build, Construction Management, and General Contracting.