Articles by tag: Adaptive Reuse
The need for affordable housing, especially in major cities, is a constant challenge for tenants, an often-nebulous investment for developers, and a point of contention for city officials. A recent trend meant to fill this void and buoy development costs is getting mixed results, and its being attempted by several metros: Converting unused and underused […]
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Adaptive Reuse is Gaining Momentum to Tackle the Housing Crisis
With the housing market booming and driving up home prices in the US, “adaptive reuse,” or the buying up of large commercial spaces to convert into affordable housing, is gaining momentum. For instance, California’s Project Homekey purchased and converted entire hotels and office buildings into thousands of affordable units — more than 6,000 new […]
Architecture & Design
The Momentary in Bentonville Exemplifies Adaptive Reuse in the Modern Construction Industry
As the world collectively pushes for more sustainable processes and efforts across virtually every industry, construction is far from exempt. In fact, it may be one of the industries most primed to drive real change. In addition to using more sustainable materials and equipment, engaging in environmental best practices, and more, the very act of […]
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Electric Vehicles are Fueling a Change in Battery Technology and the Energy Sector
This rapid growth and use of electric vehicles (EVs) is not just revolutionizing the automotive industry; it’s poised to transform how we store and use energy on a grand scale. As companies like Tesla demonstrate the viability of EVs through advanced battery technology, a significant technological spillover into grid-level energy storage is beginning to […]
Affordability of Electric Vehicles Also Hinges on Proper EV Charging Infrastructure
The electric vehicle (EV) revolution continues to gain momentum, and naturally the spotlight intensifies on the crucial issue of finding EV charging stations and the broader state of EV charging infrastructure. Against the backdrop of increasing EV adoption and growing concerns regarding range anxiety, the urgency to address these challenges is a pressing matter. […]
US OEMs Must Streamline Existing Systems and Apply Volume-Driven Strategies to Cut EV Manufacturing Costs
As the electric vehicle (EV) market continues to expand, US original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) face significant challenges in reducing manufacturing costs to remain competitive. With growing global competition, particularly from countries like China that benefit from massive subsidies and a fresh industrial slate, the urgency for US manufacturers to adapt has never been more […]
AI Accelerators Enhance Computational Might Across Industries; Innovation and Open Standards Key for Adoption
The realm of artificial intelligence is rapidly advancing, underscored by the development and deployment of AI accelerators from top players. These accelerators are at the forefront of a technology revolution, offering unprecedented computational power to handle complex AI workloads. As businesses across sectors increasingly rely on AI for operational efficiency and innovation, the importance […]