The Benefits of Building Information Modeling (BIM)
Between architects, engineers, and construction companies (AEC), the process of erecting a building is filled with opportunities for miscommunication, mismeasuring, and misfortune. Luckily for those in the field of construction, technology has now caught up to meet...
Top 3 Smart City Trends for 2019
Did you know that cities can improve the efficiency of their energy, transportation, and utilities services; reduce consumption, waste, and other costs; and enhance the quality of life of their residents with one single premise? It’s true. US cities that...
The Environmental and Cultural Benefits of Ecotourism
Global tourism is one of the largest economic generators in the world, with the tourism industry generating over $7.5 trillion in 2014 alone. Although more people than ever are packing their bags and heading to the airport, few consider the environmental and...
3 Benefits of Retrofitting Buildings
Do you know the benefits of retrofitting buildings? Retrofitting involves making a few modifications to commercial buildings that create significant benefits like improved energy efficiency and decreased energy demand. As you might be aware, renovations are costly...
Understanding the US Housing Crisis
According to the National Association of Realtors, sales of newly built, single-family homes dropped to an annual rate of 544,000 units in October. That's the lowest pace since March 2016, and it happens at a time when a housing-shortage issue is slowing down the...
