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Current considerations in HVAC filtering for senior communities
A fresh look at air filtration for senior living communities Few industries have been as profoundly affected for the long term by the COVID-19 pandemic as has the senior housing sector. Among the major learnings for our changed society is the increased importance of HVAC filtering for senior housing beyond what we already knew to…
Before and After: New Minnetonka MN Facility Is Unrecognizable
The Goddard School contracted with DBS Group to gut and remodel a building to create a new school in Minnetonka. The transformation is astounding.
This vs. that: Natural gas or electric HVAC systems
For commercial construction, here’s what you need to know When planning your next design-build project or seeking remodeling contractors in La Crosse, WI or Rochester, MN, to upgrade your commercial building’s heating system, you may wonder whether you should choose natural gas-fired or an electric-fired HVAC system. Knowing and understanding the benefits and drawbacks of…
Senior housing: Phasing from focused offering to continuum of care
Remodeling and expanding can help you attract and retain senior housing residents Senior living developers, owners and operators are adept at watching market shifts and adjusting offerings not only to attract senior living community residents but also to retain them as they age and their needs change. While remaining focused on a particular market demographic…
Designing for a regenerative workforce
Building workplaces for the future requires innovation The modern workforce is changing in terms of what they want, need and look for in an employer. As the COVID-19 global pandemic created a sea change in working remotely, many workers found the lines blurred between work and personal time. Add to that the economic stress, health…
Senior housing sector shows promise
Investors are upbeat. Is the pandemic fallout behind us? Investors are showing optimism that the bulk of the senior housing challenges posed by the pandemic may be in the past. That’s according to the fifth annual Senior Housing Investor Survey and Outlook by the JLL Valuation Advisory group. The survey shows the senior housing sector…
Is it time to renovate your commercial building?
Here are the signs to watch for and why they’re important If you’re waiting for a sign on whether it’s time to renovate your commercial building, chances are your building will tell you. Dilapidated buildings can come at a high cost — far higher than if an owner stays on top of maintenance, repair, replacement…
Construction Site Visits: Do’s and Don’ts
A walk through a construction work-in-progress can be inspiring and motivating, or it can be disastrous.
Hotel-to-apartment conversions gaining popularity
Adaptive reuse of hotels is gaining steam: here’s why Hotels that were once the perfect getaway are now places to stay and stay. That’s because the trend of converting what were once hotels into apartments is gaining popularity. As demand for affordable housing remains strong and outpaces supply, developers and real estate groups are turning…
Colors trending in multifamily construction and interior design
Hint: comfort and safety are paramount in uncertain times When it comes to multifamily construction and interior design in 2022, health, harmony and well-being are taking center stage. That stands to reason. After all, the past several years have been challenging from many perspectives, and home has played an important role in our rest and…