This Startup Aims to Bring ‘Community’ Solar to Energy Infrastructure
Arcadia hopes creating a more accessible solar energy ecosystem will help construction reach its long-term sustainability goals
How Contractors Deliver When Building E-Commerce Fulfillment Centers
The highly complex nature of e-commerce requires facilities that are constructed with the same sort of pinpoint efficiency and flexibility as the industry they serve
The Plumber Flushing Away Stereotypes to Motivate Women in Construction
Judaline Cassidy has been laughed at for being a female plumber, but that hasn’t stopped her from ascending to the top of her craft and being a trailblazer for other women entering the trade
Go Inside the Infrastructure Project Designed to Protect Lower Manhattan from Climate Change
The East Side Coastal Resiliency Project aims to safeguard part of America’s most-populous city from potential flooding induced by rising sea levels
Explore the Fascinating World of Theme Park Design and Construction
There’s more than meets the eye when it comes to designing and building the magical worlds that provide us with high-towering thrills and feelings of childhood wonder
Dive Deep into the World of Aquarium Construction
Designing and building spaces for humans to experience underwater wonders requires tremendous knowledge of how thousands of fish species exist in their natural habitats
Mini Materials Aims to Spark Construction Joy for Kids—And Adults
The company creates realistic construction toys for children, hoping the experience inspires them with dreams of working in the industry
Meet the Architect Designing Housing for LA Vets
The award-winning architect has a unique outlook on design, which she says may be best exemplified in one of her most recent projects: a veterans housing complex in Los Angeles
The Hidden Danger Posed by Jobsite Contamination
Construction can be a dangerous job, but besides the more obvious safety concerns, there are some hidden dangers to look out for
The Women Working to Improve Black Representation in Construction
The National Association of Black Women in Construction aims to promote mentorship and community to grow the ranks of Black women in the industry
Meet the Builders-Turned-Influencers Growing Their Businesses Online
Move over fashion and lifestyle influencers—these builders are also using social media to create online personas that expand their professional networks and grow their construction businesses
Cal Poly Women in Construction Group Embraces Mentorship to Advance Industry Representation
The club is helping college-aged women find mentorship and support as they enter construction
Girls Build Advocates for Early Hands-on Construction Experience
Experts suggest that young girls often rule out construction as a viable career path early on, which is why this nonprofit is working to introduce them to the field
Why Contractors Are Unsure About Post-Pandemic Office Design
The proliferation of remote and hybrid work seems likely to transform office space design and construction, but so far contractors and their clients alike remain unsure of what that future will look like
Experience the Awe-Inspiring Design of the Shanghai Astronomy Museum
The immersive architectural structure is designed to leave visitors feeling like they’re walking among the stars—a special experience that required exceptional construction techniques
