This post explores the unique experience that Building provides to all participants My first memory of building is of an apartment complex that was built next to my house when I was 4 years old. I...
WELCOME TO STEVE'S BUILD BLOG
Exploring the challenges and opportunities in building.
Introducing BuildUSA,Prototype Initiative and Optimized Building
What’s it all about:
Steve’ Build Blog (SBB) is all about the challenges building faces and the solutions being developed. Overtime SBB will be introducing BuildUSA (BUSA), the Prototype Initiative (PI) and Optimized Building (OB), combined they offer solutions to forward looking, integrated and collaborative, Building Teams.
Monthly Theme
Throughout 2023, SBB will organize content via a “Monthly Theme”. Building, encompasses an extraordinary amount of topics, and “Monthly Theme is intended to make the content more useful. If you have any suggestion, please reach out and let us know.
April 2023 Monthly Theme:
The Building industry impact on our communities, punches well above its weight. Not only does it drive the economy for building services and building materials, including manufacturing, transportation and distribution networks, but it has immediate impact on the Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment (FFE) industry that will fill the building and make it operational for the future tenents.
Inflation In Construction & What You Need To Know
DYK- Inflation & The Construction Industry
Did you know that as rates of inflation has increased in our economy it has affected our industry and the effects are showing. Essential materials and skilled labor significantly more expensive, but...
DYK- Solar Energy Technologies
Did you know that there are two main types of solar energy technologies: photovoltaics (PV) and concentrating solar-thermal power (CSP)? In Photovoltaics Basics when the sun shines onto a solar...
Back To The Future
Back to the Future A brief look backward into Building’s history and an even briefer glimpse into Building’s future A successful building process requires expertise from diverse fields of...
DYK – What is the Importance of implementing Digital Collaborative Environments that supports people’s nature?
Did you know implementing digital collaborative environments that align with people’s nature is crucial for fostering innovation and efficiency in the building industry? People naturally work best...
DYK – What is the Importance of developing Data Structures that allow digital systems to work efficiently and people to understand the information more effectively?
Did you know developing robust data structures is essential for enabling digital systems in the building industry to function efficiently and for improving human understanding of complex...
BuildUSA – Big Data
This post explores the potential of big data in building and the data structure built into BuildUSA’s environment that will support and enhance Big Data’s potential Almost all parties agree that...
DYK – What makes BuildUSA unique?
Did you know BuildUSA distinguishes itself through its comprehensive approach to addressing the systemic challenges in the building industry? Unlike many companies that focus on narrow,...
DYK – Market collaboration vs/and/or market competition?
Did you know market collaboration, as emphasized by BuildUSA, focuses on creating shared standards, templates, and workflows (STWs) to drive innovation and improve efficiencies across the sector....
DYK – Should all buildings be developed in the same way?
Did you know buildings should not all be developed in the same way because the building industry is inherently diverse, with unique challenges and requirements for each project? Different building...
DYK – What are the primary features of BuildUSA?
Did you know BuildUSA is focused on transforming the building industry through innovative tools and strategies. Central to its approach is the development of Standards, Templates, and Workflows...
DYK – What are the top challenges and solutions that need to be addresses first?
Did you know the building industry's top challenges include fragmented data sharing, lack of standardized processes, and slow adoption of modern technology? The virtual nature of construction...
DYK – What changes need to take place in building to address these challenges?
Did you know to address the challenges facing the building industry, several significant changes are required? The adoption of advanced technology is critical to enable seamless data sharing among...
DYK – Where did challenges faced by building come from?
Did you know the challenges in the building industry stem from its unique characteristics and historical context? Unlike other industries, building projects are inherently unique, influenced by...
DYK – How to leverage the Build Blog today and in the future?
This DYK delves into intriguing insights and surprising facts about the building industry, showcasing innovations, challenges, and opportunities shaping its evolving landscape. Did you know Steve’s...
DYK – What are the primary challenges facing Building?
Did you know the building industry faces several key challenges that hinder its progress compared to other sectors? Unlike controlled environments in industries like aviation or electronics,...
DYK – What type of content does Steve’s Build Blog have?
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Building Memories – GrampsLand Playhouse, Summer of 2023
Building Memories (BM) uses personal experiences and relates them to topics of importance to building. This BM explores the importance of boutique projects of all scales. ...
Building Memories – Costa Maya, Mexico Cenotes Jungle Diving, December 2005
This BM explores diving in the jungles of the Costa maya Mexico. ...
Building Futures – The Tunnel & Reservoir Plan
Building Futures is about identifying projects, ideas and innovation that will create lasting positive change within the building community and the communities it serves. This BF reviews...
DYK – What are the goals of Steves Build Blog?
Did you know Steve’s Build Blog (SBB) serves as an essential resource for professionals in the building industry, offering insights and fostering dialogue on the dynamic and evolving landscape of...
What is BuildUSA all About?
This post explores the history and current status of BuildUSA. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ...
What is Building all About?
This post explores the history of Building and current stresses and challenges ...
What is Steve’s Build Blog About?
This post explores the purpose of Steve’s Build Blog and the type of content that is developed in pursuit of achieving the stated goals. Whether we like it or not, the world is changing and it...
DYK – How does the BoD impact on Optimized Building and meeting BUSA’s mission?
Did you know the Basis of Design (BoD) is integral to Optimized Building and BUSA's mission by establishing the foundation for standardized construction assembly modules (CAMs). BoD, rooted in...
What is the Design-Build Construction Method? A Quick Introduction
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DYK – Who controls how the BoD are changed and implemented?
Did you know the control over the evolution of the Basis of Design (BoD) in the building industry involves collaboration among stakeholders such as architects, builders, manufacturers, regulatory...
DYK – Over the centuries,what has driven change in the (BoD)?
Did you know over the centuries, the Basis of Design (BoD) in the building industry has evolved driven by a myriad of factors? Technological advancements, particularly during the Industrial...
5 Stages of an Architectural Design Process
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DYK – What is the history of the Basis of Design (BoD)?
Did you know the Basis of Design (BoD) has evolved significantly throughout history? In earlier centuries, building projects relied on custom-made elements crafted from raw materials extracted from...
The Changing Basis of Design
This post explores the basic elements that building professionals assume are readily available and upon which their building designs are based. ...
DYK – How does BUSA and Optimized Building envision building projects to be executed in the future (Boutique, Iconic, Optimized and Hybrid)?
Did you know BUSA and Optimized Building envision a future where building projects are executed in a more efficient, cost-effective, and sustainable manner? They propose a shift away from the...
DYK – How does BUSA and Optimized Building envision project teams being organized?
Did you know BUSA and Optimized Building envision project teams being organized in a highly collaborative and streamlined manner? They emphasize breaking down traditional silos and fostering...
DYK – With so many different players cmprising the building industry , what are the challenges and opportunities they face, when implmenting new solutions like BUSA or Optimized Building?
Did you know the building industry encompasses a wide range of players, including material suppliers, contractors, architects, engineers, and specialty consultants? Implementing new solutions like...
DYK – Why has innovation been slow to come to the Building Industry?
Did you know innovation within the building industry has been slow to come due to several factors? The industry traditionally operates within established norms and practices, often resistant to...
4 Challenges the Construction Industry Faces
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DYK – What are the challenges that Building innovation is trying to address?
Did you know there are several challenges within the building industry that BuildUSA aims to address through innovation? These include the fragmented nature of the industry, characterized by siloed...
The Biggest Challenges Facing The Construction Industry
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BuildUSA – The Business Opportunity
This blog explores the growing business opportunities for BuildUSA, the Prototype Initiative, and Optimized Building -----------------------------------------------------------------------------...
DYK – How can a large manufacturing facility or a large building organization impact local economies?
Did you know a large manufacturing facility or building organization can profoundly influence local economies? They do that by generating employment opportunities across various skill levels,...
Economic Impact of Historic Preservation
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DYK – What impact does building have on the macro-economy?
Did you know construction has a significant impact on the macro economy? It contributes to a country's GDP and per capita GDP. In developing countries, the share of construction value added as a...
DYK – What impact does building have on the local economy?
Did you know building has a significant and positive impact on the local economy in several ways: Job creation: Construction projects create jobs for a variety of workers, from laborers and...
DYK – When a new building is built in a community, what impact does it have on the surrounding community?
Did you know the factors that influence the impact of new buildings on communities are multifaceted, encompassing environmental, social, and economic considerations? Environmentally, construction...
DYK – What are the markets that building new or renovating existing buildings directly or indirectly impact?
Did you know building new or renovating existing structures has a profound impact on diverse markets, ranging from building materials and mining to transportation, furniture, and professional...
Building punches above its weight
This post explores the impact that the building industry has on the overall economy. ...
In defense of the “gentrification building”
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DYK – Solving healthcare system challenges by developing a series of building solutions, that in combination can provide robust solutions and provide both flexibility and scalability
Did you know healthcare’s complex dance of evolving needs and limited resources demands innovative solutions? BuildUSA’s Healthcare-Wellness Delivery model steps onto the stage with a series of...
DYK – How does STWs not only improve the building process and product, but also provide growing opportunities to implment big data research, analytics and reporting?
Did you know, transforming construction, Standards, Templates, and Workflows (STWs) act as a digital backbone, seamlessly integrating data across software and creating a single source of truth? This...
Sweden Gets Serious About Standardization in Construction
https://youtu.be/U6XFAzdrLwU?si=eYBK6AZVZjZJYRMj
DYK – The importance of growing a CAM marketplace and changing the Basis of Design
Did you know BuildUSA aims to revolutionize construction through standardized building components, Construction Assembly Modules (CAMs), and a central data platform, BuildUSA Collaborative...
Exploring Green Building and the Future of Construction
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DYK – What are the six services that the Prototype Initiative plans to rollout to the industry? Why are all six services required to successfully implement Optimized Building and fulfill the mission of BUSA?
Did you know the Prototype Initiative (PI) by BuildUSA (BUSA) outlines six pivotal services to revolutionize the building industry? Those being, Construction Assembly Modules (CAMs) for...
Prototype Initiative
This post outlines the three pillars of BuildUSA’s business plan, the “Prototype Initiative.” It also discusses the six primary services/products that BuildUSA will offer. ...