by Arielle Harvey | May 26, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
For the last 50 years, while the rest of our economy has almost doubled in productivity, the construction sector has lagged behind. In fact, in just the last several years, the construction industry has seen a startling 8% decline in productivity. There are various...
by Arielle Harvey | May 17, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
There’s no shortage of incredible architecture around the world, but here are 10 cool buildings to add to your travel bucket list! Photo by Ashleigh Nushawg, via Flickr. 1 | The Dancing House, Prague, Czech Republic. The Dancing House in...
by Arielle Harvey | May 12, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
Box homes and buildings have been causing a lot of buzz lately and it’s all thanks to a clever construction method known as modular construction. But, this construction method isn’t exactly new. In fact, modular construction, has been around for decades. But why...
by Arielle Harvey | May 10, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
The sun’s rays give our planet more energy in a single hour than we collectively use in a whole year. Way back in 1839, French physicist Edmond Becquerel figured out how to convert these rays into an electrical current. Then, in the 1950’s, silicon-based solar cells,...
by Arielle Harvey | May 2, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
As green technologies advance, building environmentally friendly and even zero-energy buildings has become even easier. This is not only great for the planet, but also for businesses in the construction industry. For one thing, younger generations are drawn to...
by Arielle Harvey | Apr 27, 2023 | AEC, Uncategorized
Taking a trip to LA? Here is a list of 10 Los Angeles Architecture Landmarks to see in the city of angels. Photo by Sheila Thompson via Flickr. 1 | The Getty Center The Getty Center is a must-visit spot in LA for stunning modern architecture, views, and...