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Unlocking the benefits of biophilic design in the built environment
February 14, 2025
Biophilic design reduces stress and anxiety and boosts productivity using textured surfaces, natural light, and bringing nature indoors.

How engineers and architects are building rainwater harvesting into sports venues
February 7, 2025
Rainwater harvesting can save energy and conserve groundwater; sports venues are the ideal spaces to employ this technology.

8 reasons we need more off-site construction and why it’s the future
January 31, 2025
Off-site construction can improve project timelines by up to 50%, reduce material waste, and improve safety with better quality control.

Breathe easy: The best humidifiers for homes this winter
January 28, 2025
The top 6 humidifiers for winter include smart models and easy-clean designs from Carepod, LEVOIT, and Venta. See our expert picks!

Plant Prefab is building the future of sustainable living, one home at a time
January 27, 2025
Plant Prefab is revolutionizing sustainable construction with innovative prefab solutions for efficiency, quality, and environmental responsibility.

8 design trends home buyers will love in 2025
January 24, 2025
Wood-heavy spaces, 70s-inspired rooms, and quirky art pieces are returning trends home buyers can expect in 2025.

Beyond the concrete: Integrating biodiversity into transportation infrastructure
January 17, 2025
Infrastructure can coexist with nature by integrating biodiversity into design, construction, and operations for sustainable development.

Are wet rooms the newest thing in home design?
January 10, 2025
Wet rooms are spaces within bathrooms designed to get wet. They come with greater accessibility, but they can be costly to install.

Design for Disassembly: A guiding principle in the built world?
January 3, 2025
Design for Disassembly prioritizes reused or reusable materials, durability over convenience, and disassembly over demolition.

The Residences at Central Park earns top honors for sustainable living in Canada
December 20, 2024
The Residences at Central Park won the prestigious IPAX Americas Property Award for sustainable residential development.