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How often do you go to a city, look up and are amazed at the architecture? With amazement and wonder try to imagine how the building was constructed. The years that a single structure took to complete. Today we see construction all around us. The time it takes to complete a building is mesmerizing. Architects,... Read more

There’s more focus on energy efficiency than ever. Whether you’re building a home or commercial property, project managers and contractors use new technologies to reduce a structure’s environmental impact and boost energy efficiency. In this post, we look at how they accomplish this while keeping the comfort and well-being of the occupants in mind. Optimizing... Read more

Construction projects require a lot of time, money, effort, and planning to pull off successfully. However, before the hard work begins, many developers choose to hold a groundbreaking ceremony to get the ball rolling. Some may see this as frivolous, but it’s an excellent way to symbolically set the construction project off on the right... Read more

Every one of your clients is unique, and all have their own sets of needs, but there are needs that most of your clients have in common, and serve as a great guideline on how to create a floorplan for your client. Let’s explore this further. Creating the Ideal Floor Plan Determine Your Client’s Needs... Read more

Regarding construction projects, there are two primary methods: design build method and traditional construction. Both have advantages and disadvantages; in this post, we’ll discuss the differences and their pros and cons, and how to decide which method is right for you. Design Build Design build is a project delivery method in which a single design-build... Read more

Energy efficiency is a top priority for businesses that want to reduce costs. Non-refrigerated warehouses in the United States use approximately 6.1 kilowatt-hours (kWh) of electricity and 13,400 Btu of natural gas per square foot yearly. Cutting those numbers down as much as possible will improve your company’s bottom line, and we have some tips... Read more

Material takeoff is one of the most crucial steps a contractor or construction company takes before starting a project. In this post, we’ll detail what material takeoff is, why it’s so important, and how to do it effectively. What is Material Takeoff? Material takeoff, also known as quantity or construction takeoff, is an essential step... Read more

Moving further into 2023, we see the commercial real estate landscape continuing to evolve rapidly. Changing demographics, technological advancements, and shifting work habits make this an exciting and challenging time from the perspective of construction firms and real estate agencies. In this blog post, we look at the top trends in commercial real estate for... Read more

People have been talking about virtual reality for decades. And while it’s been mostly science fiction, today, VR is a real and powerful tool proving to be a game changer for many industries, particularly construction. Let’s see how. Reduced Cost VR allows clients to get a realistic 3D view of their project, allowing them to... Read more

Running a successful hotel operation involves seeing to a huge list of details and day-to-day tasks. Sound planning ahead of construction can spell the difference between a thriving hotel property and one that never seems to get off the ground. New Horizon Construction Services is a premier hotel builder serving the greater Orlando, FL, region.... Read more