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.
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.
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.
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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,...
Did you know the content in Steve's Build Blog includes: Custom Blog Posts (Monthly) - The main content type, covering industry challenges, solutions by Build USA, current events, technology, and...
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. ...
This BM explores diving in the jungles of the Costa maya Mexico. ...
Building Futures is about identifying projects, ideas and innovation that will create lasting positive change within th eBuilding community and the communities it serves. For many years I have had...
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...
This post explores the history of Building and current stresses and challenges ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
This post explores the basic elements that building professionals assume are readily available and upon which their building designs are based. ...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
This blog explores the growing business opportunities for BuildUSA, the Prototype Initiative, and Optimized Building -----------------------------------------------------------------------------...
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,...
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...
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...
Did you know the factors that influence the impact of new buildings on communities are multifaceted, encompassing environmental, social, and economic considerations? Environmentally, construction...
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...
This post explores the impact that the building industry has on the overall economy. ...
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...
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...
Did you know BuildUSA aims to revolutionize construction through standardized building components, Construction Assembly Modules (CAMs), and a central data platform, BuildUSA Collaborative...
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...
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. ...
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?...
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...
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...
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...
Standards, Templates & Workflows (STW) +- Building collaborative Environment (BcE) * Common Data Environment (CDE) / Modular Buildings Built on Chassis (MB) * Construction Assembly...
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...
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...
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, pre-fabricated...
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...
This post goes into more detail about why and how BUSA and OB were developed and describes in more detail the ten elements or characteristics that comprise Optimized Building. It also addresses why...
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...
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...
This post explores the unique position of modularity in all areas of life and the growing opportunities modularity offers to Building....
Did you know the value of a building in the business market is influenced by various factors. Enhancing factors include a strategic location near business hubs, good accessibility, modern...
Did you know defining a building's performance involves assessing various variables, including its impact on human health, the environment, energy efficiency, and cost management, which need to be...
Did you know that the Prototype Initiative (PI) under BuildUSA's business strategy is aimed at developing interdisciplinary solutions for challenges in the building industry? It focuses on creating...
Did you know that the mission of BUSA (Building USA) is to become a leader in Optimized buildings by incorporating innovative techniques to transform traditional building practices into efficient...
Did you know that the Process category focuses on implementing a cloud-based collaborative data environment called the Build Collaborative Environment (BCE)? This environment is organized around...
Did you know that BuildUSA involves collaborating with key industry players in the building material supply chain to conduct applied research and develop sustainable building products and systems...
Did you know that cloud-based collaborative environments, such as Common Data Environments (CDEs), play a crucial role in the digital transformation of the building industry. CDEs provide a...
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