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How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)

How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)

The trash tossed in dumpsters goes through a long journey that normally ends in a landfill. A landfill is a place where waste and disposable materials are stored. Landfills in the past (also known as dumps) went unmonitored, easily bred contamination, and attracted disease-carrying pests. Today, landfills are regulated and waste management employees go through […]
How Do Landfills Work? (Animated Guide)

Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction

Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction

A floating marine utopia might sound like a science fiction fantasy, but these innovative projects could soon be taking shape in our world. The concept of a floating city isn’t new. Humans have a long history of living in communities on the water, from the chinampas of the Aztec Empire to the canal city of […]
Floating Cities: Your Guide to the Future of Urban Construction

The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]

The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]

There’s more to demolition than swinging a wrecking ball. We go over the different methods of demolishing a building and the science that's involved.
The Science of Demolishing a Building [Complete Guide]

Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)

Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)

Preparing a construction bid using a template ensures your proposal is clean, professional, and complete with all of the necessary information.
Easy-to-Use Construction Bid Template (Free Downloadable)

The Psychology Behind Building and City Design

The Psychology Behind Building and City Design

Building design, from the interior to the exterior and beyond, plays a crucial role in our psychological well-being. Here are 20 research-backed benefits.
The Psychology Behind Building and City Design

10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons

10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons

We gathered a list of the best lessons from successful construction tycoons to take your business to the next level, no matter the industry.
10 Business Lessons from Construction Tycoons

Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder

Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder

Here is a closer look at some of the home modifications that can help someone who is living with autism feel more comfortable and at peace in the home environment.
Sensory-Friendly Home Modifications for Autism and Sensory Processing Disorder

The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects

The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects

Megaprojects continue to grow to improve our infrastructure and establish economic power. Here are 12 innovative megaprojects and how they will impact the world.
The World’s Most Innovative Mega Construction Projects

18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction

18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction

To create stronger and more sustainable buildings, construction firms need to know the latest innovations. We've rounded up 18 new building materials that can change the future of construction, from bamboo to spider silk.
18 New Building Materials That Will Revolutionize Construction

10 Longest Tunnels in the World

10 Longest Tunnels in the World

Today's tunnels are engineering marvels stretching across diverse topographies. We highlight 10 of the longest (and impressive) tunnels to date.
10 Longest Tunnels in the World

What Americans Are Building According to Google

What Americans Are Building According to Google

Which home improvement projects are Americans interested in building? We compile some of the top “how to build” Google searches and highlight the most popular projects in each state.
What Americans Are Building According to Google

The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures

The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures

From Death Star to Hogwarts, pop culture structures are as every bit iconic as the characters. How much would they cost to build in real life? We estimate the costs of five iconic structures.
The Costs of Building Iconic Pop Culture Structures

From Construction Sites to Constructed Housing: Resources for Homeless Veterans

From Construction Sites to Constructed Housing: Resources for Homeless Veterans

With projects commonly spanning multiple years, generally offering quiet at night, and typically containing portable restrooms and even sometimes electrical outlets, it’s no secret that unsheltered homeless people often spend the night on construction sites, hiding out underneath scaffolding or big equipment. However, this is a dangerous practice - and it’s on the rise.
From Construction Sites to Constructed Housing: Resources for Homeless Veterans

Pigskin Palaces: The 5 Most Expensive Football Stadiums

Pigskin Palaces: The 5 Most Expensive Football Stadiums

Looking for a football stadium experience that goes above and beyond? Check out the 5 most expensive football stadiums in the country.
Pigskin Palaces: The 5 Most Expensive Football Stadiums

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