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Design principles that cater to all humans are critical for building resilient and inclusive cities.
Architecture

Human-Centered Design for Inclusive Urban Environments: Building Cities that Embrace Diversity and Accessibility

It’s essential to adopt building design principles that cater to all people in order to build resilient, vibrant, and inclusive cities.
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Roofing

Rooftop Fall Protection: Anchor Certifications, Inspections, and OSHA Requirements

Everyone wants to go home safely at the end of the day—and with rooftop fall protection equipment, your maintenance workers will have that same chance. Here are your fall protection...
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From the moment visitors, staff, faculty, or students step into the Fahy Commons for Public Engagement and Innovation, they know they’re somewhere different. “When you walk up to the front door, you hear birds and bugs” in the native meadow, said Drew Lavine, partner and director of design for Re:Vision Architecture. “Before you walk inside, it signals that this is a different place. This is unlike anywhere else on campus.”
Resiliency & Sustainability

Explore the World’s First Core Living Building at Muhlenberg College

The deep green Fahy Commons for Public Engagement and Innovation—a 20,000-square-foot multi-use facility—is the first project to be certified under Living Building Challenge Core...
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Building Systems/O&M

How to Assess Your Snow Removal Needs: A Property Manager’s Guide

It’s not too early to start thinking about how you’ll remove snow at your property this winter. Figure out how to meet the challenge with our guide to snow removal.

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Software/Technology

Maximizing Facilities Management Efficiency: The Critical Role of Accurate Data in Smart Building Analytics

Learn how clean data and robust validation processes are key to unlocking the full potential of AI-driven facilities management.

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