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The Opportunity Tree is inviting all Licensed Contractors in Arizona to consider and bid for an ADA Accessible Bathroom Renovation construction project at The Opportunity Tree’s Phoenix Campus at 3146 E. Windsor Ave., Phoenix, AZ 85008. This project consists of 2 Phases; Phase 1 includes the renovation of 3 existing restrooms from non-accessible, single use restrooms into 3 modernized, multi-stalled, ADA accessible restrooms. Phase 2 includes the renovation of 2 existing bathrooms from non-accessible, single use restrooms into 2 modernized, multi-stalled, ADA accessible restrooms, the renovation of an existing accessible shower space, the renovation of an existing private attendant care/changing space, and the demolishing of one non-accessible bathroom to increase accessibility and facility area/program capacity. This project is partially funded by Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) routed through the City of Phoenix and is open for bid to any and all Contractors licensed by the State of Arizona Registrar of Contractors. Bid awarding will be based solely on bid content and primarily on price. For the complete Request for Bids documentation, construction documents, project description, scope of work, applicable details, any questions and/or to submit bids, please contact Neal Hallihan, Chief Operating Officer at [email protected] and/or 602 956 0400 ext. 206.

#Hemp has been used for it's fibrous strength a very long time. It's found in Ancient Roman structures. It's natures way to strengthen the earths crust about 2 miles under Pompei. A layer of fibrous limestone, like concrete, protects it from magma. Science confirms, it's a good way to go green and sustainable when building a home or addition. Thanks to the Carbon Leadership Forum and the International Residential Codes. #Insulation and #concrete is a #natural #carbon #sequestrian when using carbon heavy fibrous #organic matter as additive or aggregates. GAPScore won't get that deep into the concrete type, unless it's porous. You can enter hemp fiber as your insulation type, the R-value, and the year installed. We can do the assessment, you can do the verification online. #Realtors are positioning themselves as the "#GreenExpert in the neighborhoods" Promote the green in your house when you sell it. Use code EPA24 to become a Verifier for free and #GAPScore your house. Verify the green potential at gapscore.com

Group Housing Projects. As against similar looking typologies of staff housing, co operative Housing, project Housing etc. are different in the way that best is understood by them being market driven real estate exercise- the function of cost, investments & returns being paramount for most stake holders, including the Developer. The role of Architecture is pushed to a narrow requirement of confirming to Building Laws, Engineering & makes perception- & perceived only as a service for making the buildings. Yet, it is paramount! The role of creating community spaces- types, hierarchies & typologies, as also the relationship of the "Project" to the city around & at large. Creative play with the Building bye laws can yet add to maximising the use of the allowed Unit areas. If it performs, there are but better chances of the Project becoming a community, in time! The Problem however manifolds when FARs go skyrocketing to now known ones as 500!! The one in the picture is designed at 100!!

Paradigm-shifting clients are a very rare thing, and Hastings Commons is one of those: taking derelict and difficult buildings into community custody, for the common good. They have developed a new model for delivering social infrastructure for a community from the ground up. In an era where social infrastructure funding has been slashed, this is a remarkable achievement. I could not be more excited that IF_DO is extending our work with them to help transform Eagle House. At both Eagle House and the nearby Observer Building we are creating new co-designed spaces dedicated to local young people. With Youth Services funding seeing a real terms decline of 70% (almost £1 billion) from 2010-2020*, the creation of two new youth spaces as part of a community-led regeneration is something that should not only be celebrated, but also seen as a model for communities elsewhere. Now to get them built! A massive thank you to the client team, including Dr Jess Steele, OBE and John Brunton, and huge credit to IF_DOers Jamie Kyle Agnew and Gregory Devaud. #socialinfrastructure #communityinfrastructure #communitybuilding #youthservices #youthcentre #hastings #hastingscommons #retrofit #adaptivereuse *See the YMCA 'Out of Service' report

Construction next door? 🏠How to maintain your sanity🟠🟠🟠 Construction activities usually disrupt a neighbourhood’s peace and quiet. Add traffic congestion and very noisy and large equipment to the mix and soon enough the annoyances are endless. 😡 If your neighbours are remodelling their house, construction works could be the view from your window for quite a while🪟🫣. Your life may be disrupted and in the worst-case scenario, your property damaged. Check out our blog for some smart ways to guard your rights and protect your neighbourly relationship. https://lnkd.in/eBHdh624 #weareoralabora #structuralengineering #structuralengineers #construction #structuralsurveys #propertydevelopment #structuraldrawings #structuraldesign #structuralresearch #structuralengineernearme #structuralengineerpeterborough #structuralengineerlondon #structuralbuilding #structuralengineerprices

Understanding How Building Codes Work: A Comprehensive Guide - https://lnkd.in/gaSXKSxi How important are building codes? These codes are developed to regulate the design, construction, and maintenance of buildings to create a safe and healthy built environment for all. These codes cover residential homes, commercial buildings, and industrial facilities. Moreover, building codes set the minimum standards for structural integrity, fire safety, energy efficiency, accessibility, and other… #prefabbuildings #construction #buildings

My latest JLC article asks: Why aren't more homes built with SIPs? And what will it take for panel construction to go mainstream? https://lnkd.in/eiGd2Cq7

What's coming up in January? The Federal Government providing a war-time solution to a modern day problem...but there's a caveat. The root of the problem is still not identified. It was never a lack of Design, or timing of design review. This approach is contradictory to their own policies of unique neighborhoods, creativity and urban guidelines. But If they asked the developers, they would know that the problems lie with the Municipalities and how they deal with the zoning, site plan approvals, civil, engineering, forestry etc. I'll give you an example where we had to wait 6-8 months plus to just get the initial approval from Toronto Water, of a water-tight bathtub design where all the structural, mechanical and building science engineers had signed off.... Not one solution, will provide a housing supply relief, but a few that are designed to get you close to, will be more helpful. Lower the DC fees and the intensity for which they increase, higher grants, potential subsidies, quicker site plan review and conformance. Why should a $1 million condo built here cost the end user almost $400,000 in development taxes and one in New Jersey $13,000? Those pre-design booklets are not worth the paper they are printed on...

Happy Engineer's Day to the people who make the world seem incredibly amazing with great and eye catching homes & buildings! Thank you for your ingenuity and problem-solving skills. We are proud to support engineers in their endeavors. Engineers are the innovators, the dreamers, the builders and the future. Taking this moment to appreciate their hard work and efforts towards Humankind. #RepcoHome #HomeFinance #homeloan #loan #constructionloan #homeconstructionloan #homebuilder #construction #customhomes #interiordesign #engineers #engineering #engineer #technology #engineeringlife #civilengineering #mechanicalengineering #homesweethome #luxuryhomes #newbuild #homedecor #newhomes #homebuilders #custombuilder #realtor #building #happyengineersday