While it may be difficult to pin down a distinctly Canadian style in architecture, many innovative designers and architects have pushed the collective aesthetic forward throughout this country’s history. Following are 11 of Canada’s most … about 11 Famous Canadian Builders and Their Stories
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Tech Start-up is Taking 3D Homebuilding to the Moon
Austin-based ICON is known for its innovative construction projects here on Earth, but its newest major project is truly out of this world. The developer of advanced construction technologies like robotics, software, and building materials … about Tech Start-up is Taking 3D Homebuilding to the Moon
Building a Sustainable Future: Top 10 Green Buildings in Australia
In the past, people adapted to a building. This century, green buildings have been popping up in Australian CBDs, both architecturally amazing and making inhabitants healthier and happier.
Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
For Concord Projects, technology is not the future; it’s the now. President and CEO of the Winnipeg-based design-build company Nolan Ploegman says it’s essential for every company to realize this fact or they risk being … about Integrating Technology into How We Build with Concord Projects
Meet Angie Simon, the Glass-Ceiling Shattering CEO of Western Allied
When it comes to gender diversity, the construction industry is an interesting study. While only about nine percent of today’s construction workforce are women (less than half of that segment are trade workers) their pay … about Meet Angie Simon, the Glass-Ceiling Shattering CEO of Western Allied
Future of Canadian Women in Construction
Canadian construction has come a long way to welcome women in past decades. Women make up just over 17% of the construction workforce across the country, up 4.4% since 2006. Yet even as the number … about Future of Canadian Women in Construction
How Kinetic Construction Delivers More Value Through Lean Construction
As an early adopter of lean construction, Kinetic Construction can tell you its implementation isn’t easy. That’s partly because lean construction isn’t a policy or a learned skill—it represents a whole new way of thinking … about How Kinetic Construction Delivers More Value Through Lean Construction
Seeing is Believing: Why Female Mentors in Construction Matter
Construction is a competitive industry. We’re doing serious work, and everybody wants to build the most impressive and innovative structures, on time and on budget. That spirit is pushing the boundaries of the way building … about Seeing is Believing: Why Female Mentors in Construction Matter
Foundations for Progress: The Future of Women in Construction
Procore recently sat down with a panel of female leaders in construction to discuss barriers that remain for women considering a career in the field and what the industry can do to bring more women … about Foundations for Progress: The Future of Women in Construction
Canada Making Strides in Attracting Women to Construction, But More Work is Needed
Even through a pandemic, construction work remains steady and in demand. Buildforce Canada estimates that Canada will need to recruit more than 300,000 new workers over the next decade to keep pace with demand. One … about Canada Making Strides in Attracting Women to Construction, But More Work is Needed