Construction Specifier

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In the world of specifications and architecture, what cannot be seen can make all the difference.

The importance of high-performance building envelopes has never been ...

The new theater will include a 293-seat performance. Image courtesy Skanska

Skanska will build a new theater and lead phased renovations at the University of Mary Washington (UMW) in Fredericksburg, Va. The project will d...

Put your construction knowledge to the test with Building Blocks, The Construction Specifier’s word game. Each puzzle challenges you to uncover a five-letter word drawn from the language of the built environment—think materials, systems, design, specifications, and jobsite essentials.

The problem? Preventing the spread of fire and smoke within wall/ceiling joints can be slow, painful, and frequently required by building codes. The solution? Fire-rated accessories that a...

The project redevelops The Texas Bankers Association’s long-held site amid rising land values in Austin. Images courtesy The Beck Group

The Texas Bankers Association (TBA) has established a new nine-story mixed-use headquarter...