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Designing for Discovery: Inside the Energy Advancement Center at The Ohio State University
Published in Commercial Construction & Renovation, this article features perspective from Brian Griffis on the Ohio State University Energy Advancement and Innovation Center and evolving trends in high-performance facility design.
Prefabrication: A Prescription for Healthcare Construction Challenges
Published in Constructor Magazine, Dan Parker offers his perspective on where healthcare construction is headed in the future.
From Foundation to Facade: How Total Precast Transforms the Entire Build
Total precast buildings unite structure and facade into one coordinated system—streamlining design, reducing trade conflicts, and accelerating schedules for a smarter, more efficient build.
Concrete: A Sustainable Building Material
Concrete is often criticized for its high embodied carbon, but when measured over its full life cycle, its durability, resilience, and low maintenance needs make it a key material for sustainable, long-lasting structures.
Why Storm Shelters are Becoming Essential in K12 School Design
Across the U.S., more K-12 schools are incorporating storm shelters into their designs. In addition to meeting 2018 IBC building code requirements, schools are also addressing concerns of student and staff safety, with the growing frequency and severity of extreme weather events like tornadoes and hurricanes.
How Prefabrication Enhanced Sustainability and Resilience at Baptist Hospital
Published in HC+O News and Green Building News, Brian Griffis offers his expertise on how prefabrication can drive sustainability and resilience in healthcare design.
Built to Last: The Lifecycle Advantage of Prefabricated Concrete
Discover the lifecycle advantages of prefabricated concrete for sustainable building. Learn how precast concrete's durability, energy efficiency, and adaptability contribute to long-lasting, environmentally friendly structures.
Supporting the Future of Energy: Prefabrication’s Role in Power & Utility Projects
Explore how prefabrication is transforming power and utility projects by enhancing construction speed, durability, and aesthetics. From substations to fleet storage facilities, discover tailored solutions that streamline processes and meet evolving energy demands.
From Design to Installation: The Prefabrication Advantage in Healthcare
Learn about the challenges of designing medical facilities and how prefabricated materials offer efficient, cost-effective, and flexible solutions. Explore real-world examples of successful prefabricated healthcare projects and gain insights into the future of this innovative building method.