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 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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=249pDThocAQ
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
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vu-9QaVNsxU
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
https://youtu.be/XB24t2I-P7Y?si=8h9VEKNlrpZRj8Am
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
https://youtu.be/xFGqcLfWkr4?si=YO9udRY4jNZISxW0
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
https://youtu.be/eKPBmSBc4kk?si=swDjlB7fciXKKhgv
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”
https://youtu.be/cEsC5hNfPU4?si=PE6Qm8PtxFPnhyrP
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
https://youtu.be/wmoy27EZ8y0?si=W5g8RJxW22C1veJp
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. ...
DYK – How will the BCE evolve over the next 5 years?
Did you know over the next five years, BuildUSA's CDE + BCE is poised to undergo significant evolution, driven by the construction industry's shift towards modular and optimized building approaches?...
DYK – What are the key architectural features around which the BCE is organized?
Did you know the BuildUSA Collaborative Environment (BCE) is structured around several pivotal architectural features aimed at optimizing building processes and efficiencies? Central to this...
Construction with Augmented Reality + BIM – On site with PORR
https://youtu.be/e0uSe-PiATg?si=hO1VbGU_WtJ_QeGe
DYK – Why is the BCE as defined by BUSA, so difficult to achieve? What is the difference between a CDE and the BCE?
Did you know the BCE is difficult to achieve for a few reasons: Complexity: It is a complex and sophisticated system that needs to be developed in a protected environment to avoid being papered...
Why is Big Data important for the construction industry?
https://youtu.be/NhIv7mII9_4?si=4NSaqQjpZE_ZMu_b
DYK – Why are business practices and data in the building industry so inherently siloed?
Did you know that much of the construction industry is siloed? To help with this, the Global BIM Network aims to connect stakeholders such as public sector representatives, multilateral...
What comprises the BuildUSA Collaborative Environment?
Standards, Templates & Workflows (STW) +- Building collaborative Environment (BcE) * Common Data Environment (CDE) / Modular Buildings Built on Chassis (MB) * Construction Assembly...
DYK – Why are business relationships as defined within CIPO groups integral to Optimized Building?
Did you know business relationships as defined within CIPO groups are integral to Optimized Building because they create an environment of collaboration, efficiency, and innovation? CIPO groups use...
DYK – Is technology adoption required in order to achieve Optimized building?
Did you know technology adoption is crucial for achieving optimized building performance? Smart buildings leverage advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence...
DYK – How does Optimized Building differ from Modular Building?
Did you know Modular Building and Optimized Building represent distinct yet interconnected concepts in the construction industry? Modular building focuses on the use of standardized,...
Building Optimization and Smart Building Analytics
https://youtu.be/5VW81-mq1y8?si=50VuPu6BuTOuBec7
DYK – What is meant by Optimized building? How it is defined?
Did you know Optimized Building represents a comprehensive approach to the entire building process, encompassing design, construction, and life-cycle operation? The concept is defined by seven key...
BuildUSA – Optimized Building (OB)
This post goes into more detail about why and how BUSA and OB were developed and describes in more detail the nine elements or characteristics that comprise Optimized Building. It also addresses why...
DYK – What are the different perspectives in which a building’s value can be defined?
Did you know a building's value can be multifaceted, extending beyond financial metrics to encompass diverse perspectives? Aesthetic appeal emphasizes the significance of architectural design and...
Construction Quality Management – What is it and Why is it Important
https://youtu.be/dCUwmqXn22E?si=c0yBdSt-U45gzVe-
DYK – What are the characteristics that define quality in building?
Did you know one characteristic of quality is consistency. BuildUSA (BUSA) aims to establish uniformity in building processes and outcomes across all projects. One area in which BUSA is enhancing...