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Ultra-thin solar ‘coating’ can turn phone cases and EVs into mini power generators

Jan 30, 2025 (0) comment , , , ,

Cheap and flexible perovskite solar cells could revolutionize solar power, making it easier than ever to power the world with sunlight. The new thin layer of solar film is 27% efficient when converting sunlight into energy — compared with the approximate 22% efficiency of silicon panels on the market today. (Image credit: Andriy Onufriyenko/Getty Images) […]

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2 steps to boost your win rate

Jan 23, 2025 (0) comment , , ,

Build credibility and relationships with potential clients to negotiate more deals. Successful business relationships are based on trust, according to consultant Matt Verderamo. Stock Photo via Getty Images   Matt Verderamo is a consultant at Well Built Construction Consulting, a Baltimore-based firm that delivers strategic consulting, facilitation services and peer roundtables for construction executives. Opinions […]

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New CSLB Law Changes in 2025

Jan 16, 2025 (0) comment , , ,

New Law Changes in 2025 Affecting Licensees, Applicants and Stakeholders As we begin 2025, several significant legal changes in California will affect contractors, employers, and freelancers. From increased thresholds for unlicensed work to enhanced protections for freelance workers, these updates are critical for staying compliant and avoiding penalties. Here’s a summary of the most important […]

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Construction backlog rebounds in wake of rate cut

Oct 31, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

After briefly falling at the end of the summer, the amount of work on builders’ books rose again following the Fed’s loosening last month. A construction crew works on a CloudHQ data center on July 17 in Ashburn, Virginia. Nathan Howard/Stringer via Getty Images   Brief: What a difference a half-point rate cut makes. Thanks […]

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These are the most coveted kitchen trends of 2024, according to interior designers

Sep 26, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

It’s the year of eclectic and personalized spaces – and these kitchen trends for 2024 don’t disappoint (Image credit: Teass Warren Architects & Frazier Springfield photography/deVOL Kitchens/Marie Flanigan Interiors & Julie Soefer) Kitchens are ever-evolving, both in style and the way we use them. Once purely functional cooking spaces have fast become the heart of […]

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Planning activity jumps ahead of Fed meeting

Sep 17, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Owners and developers added more projects to the queue in August, expecting stronger market conditions next year, per Dodge Construction Network. A rendering of the $440 million Geisinger medical center tower in Danville, Pennsylvania. Courtesy of Geisinger Brief: The Dodge Momentum Index, a benchmark that measures nonresidential construction planning, increased 2.9% in August due to […]

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August 2024 wins: Contractors report their latest awards

Sep 12, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Here is a round up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Clark, Kiewit and Tutor Perini. Rendering of the SR 400 Express Lanes project coming to Georgia. The $4.6 billion toll road will be built and operated by a consortium of road-building and engineering companies. Retrieved from Georgia DOT. […]

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A recent law allows homeowner to sell ADUs like condos, boosting homeownership. Here’s how AB 1033 works

Jul 10, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

A Larchmont Village home and ADU of Danielle Rago and Darren Hochberg, who commissioned the Los Angeles Design Group to design them a family compound. A new law allows property owners to build and sell ADUs like condos. (Ricardo DeAratanha / Los Angeles Times) Accessory dwelling units, also referred to as ADUs and “granny flats,” […]

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The 9 Coolest Pools in the World

Jun 14, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

From the Earth’s deepest pool to the tallest outdoor one, there are multiple record holders on this list     Here’s a question: Are the coolest pools the ones that offer the best respite on days when you feel that you’re about to overheat, or the ones that make the best use of creative and […]

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10 of the Most Interesting ADUs in the World

Mar 21, 2024 (0) comment , , ,

Accessory dwelling units (ADUs) have become increasingly popular in recent years, and with that popularity comes a growing number of companies specializing in their construction. From modern, minimalist designs to unique, quirky structures, these companies are creating some of the most unique  ADUs. Here is a look at ten companies behind the construction of the […]

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