Feb 26, 2026
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A Huge Year in Housing Had Blockbuster Laws and Sleeper Hits That You May Not Have Noticed In one of the most significant legislative sessions for housing production in decades, a new California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) exemption (AB 130) and denser zoning near transit (SB 79) understandably attracted the most attention, but other less-noticed […]
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Feb 05, 2026
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Puma Punku, located near Lake Titicaca, has a strong reputation as one of the most precisely carved stone structures in the ancient Americas. Ancient civilizations accomplished feats of engineering that continue to challenge modern understanding. Despite advances in archaeology, materials science, and experimental reconstruction, several monumental structures and the methods by which they were […]
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Jan 29, 2026
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Build credibility and relationships with potential clients to negotiate more deals. Successful business relationships are based on trust, according to consultant Matt Verderamo. 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 are the author’s own. […]
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Jan 09, 2026
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Contractors should be aware of new state laws taking effect on January 1, 2026, that may impact their business operations, contracts, and licensing. These changes, passed during the 2025 legislative session, aim to strengthen consumer protections, improve enforcement, and clarify responsibilities across the construction industry. Assembly Bill 521 (Carrillo) – This bill clarifies […]
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Oct 16, 2025
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Here are the features homeowners can’t get enough of William Jess Laird Bee Holmes Bigger spaces, eco-conscious upgrades, and the rise of double basins are just a few key elements that have shaped bathroom design trends this year. The 2025 UK Houzz Bathroom Trends Study shows that practical enhancements with thoughtful finishes are at […]
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Jul 11, 2025
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Here is a round up of the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Walsh, Yates and Lunda. Rendering of an expanded Boeing campus in St. Louis, Mo., which will be built by Jacobs. Courtesy of Jacobs Contractors thrive on new business and opportunities, living for the moment when a […]
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Jun 25, 2025
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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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Jun 19, 2025
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The Assembly Judiciary Committee on Tuesday advanced Senate Bill 61, legislation aimed at helping California accelerate the construction of affordable housing and rebuilding from wildfire destruction, by easing financial strain on contractors. Authored by Sen. Dave Cortese (D-San Jose), SB 61 would reduce the amount of money withheld from construction contractors and subcontractors on private […]
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May 22, 2025
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Ancient Roman concrete is incredibly durable, even more so than modern concrete. Scientists have long wondered what gave it its incredible strength. One team may have cracked the mystery — focusing on tiny white flecks once seen as imperfections. It’s one of the great mysteries of archaeology: how did the Romans create concrete so strong […]
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May 01, 2025
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Here is a round up the newest project wins from some of the country’s biggest builders including Moss, Fluor and Herzog. An LA Metro C Line train departs Redondo Beach station for Norwalk, Calif. A Herzog and FlatironDragados team has won a $997 million contract to help build a line to connect southeast L.A. County […]
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