The document summarizes a conference on modular construction where owners learned about new modular tools and processes that provide benefits like improved quality, reduced schedule, and lifecycle cost savings. Presenters discussed case studies of modular hospital ceilings, bathrooms, and other systems. Modular construction was said to improve quality by allowing work in a controlled factory environment. Owners value benefits like earlier project completion allowing earlier revenue. Modular was said to improve safety and allow perfect quality assurance through practices like zero incidents during extensive factory checking. Modular was seen as addressing issues like skilled labor shortages by maximizing productivity. Early involvement of stakeholders was emphasized as key to modular success.
Interaction Design for Medical Systems (Whitepaper)Elizabeth Bacon
This "Interaction Design for Medical Systems" whitepaper was authored by Elizabeth Bacon, Chief Design Officer at Devise. It aims to introduce the best practices of interaction design to medical systems professionals in order help them improve the core processes of product development. Devise stands ready to help in this noble cause—please get in touch to inquire about consulting and training services.
International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (IJCSIT) is devoted to fields of Computer Science and Information Systems. The IJCSIT is a open access peer-reviewed scientific journal published in electronic form as well as print form. The mission of this journal is to publish original contributions in its field in order to propagate knowledge amongst its readers and to be a reference publication.
Interaction Design for Medical Systems (Whitepaper)Elizabeth Bacon
This "Interaction Design for Medical Systems" whitepaper was authored by Elizabeth Bacon, Chief Design Officer at Devise. It aims to introduce the best practices of interaction design to medical systems professionals in order help them improve the core processes of product development. Devise stands ready to help in this noble cause—please get in touch to inquire about consulting and training services.
International Journal of Computer Science and Information Technology (IJCSIT) is devoted to fields of Computer Science and Information Systems. The IJCSIT is a open access peer-reviewed scientific journal published in electronic form as well as print form. The mission of this journal is to publish original contributions in its field in order to propagate knowledge amongst its readers and to be a reference publication.
Federal Agencies Collaborate with Web-based Building Information ModelsMike Bordenaro
Web-based BIM collaboration among Federal Agencies was highlighted by associations in March 2016. Facility asset management advancements by DoD, VA, OMB MAX.gov, US Navy, NIBS and private contractors were presented and demonstrated.
BIM Code Enforcement Report Summary March 2012Mike Bordenaro
Use of Building Information Models and related business processes can save municipal code enforcers time and money according to a FIATECH study summarized here. These processes can be tied to energy savings that help governments save measurable amounts of money.
[Report] Internet Trends in India for 2014Social Samosa
LIQVD Asia, Asia’s first digital experiential marketing company, has conducted a fabulous research and come up with a report- India on Internet 2014. This research intendeds to explore the Internet trends in India in the days to come.
Enhancing Project Management Efficiency using Lean ConceptsIOSR Journals
One of the increasing and most significant concerns with projects is that, projects are behind
schedule, over budget and show unsatisfactory performance in terms of quality and customer satisfaction. Lean
Thinking is important because it can reduce error rates to maximum extent. The evidence from Toyota (Japan)
and other companies who have successfully implemented the Toyota Production System (TPS) or Lean
Principles confirms this. It also significantly reduces the time taken to deliver new products while substantially
reducing cost. This paper first introduces the general overview about Project Management and the Lean
Concepts. After that, this paper presents the literature survey and then compares the traditional Project
Management, the advantages or opportunities of introducing Lean Principles into Project Management with a
Case study
Fabulous Pre-fabApplying Modular Construction to Multifamily.docxlmelaine
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Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC
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Hello!
Welcome to iLab
iLab exists to promote innovation and progressive architecture and design through
internal research sponsored by Hickok Cole Architects. The program creates a gap in
day to day work life to foster innovation. The firm crowd sources the most compelling
proposals, every employee votes, and the winners are awarded uninterrupted project-
free time to develop an idea or project. Through this exploration the firm aims
to stretch conventional notions about architecture, fabrication, work styles, and
entrepreneurship.
This document is the result of Abigail Brown’s iLab project “Fabulous Pre-fab:
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC.”
Modular construction is a pre-fabrication system in which modules of a building are
constructed in a factory then shipped to the site and assembled on a foundation. This
system has not yet been widely used in Washington, DC, despite the cost, schedule,
and environmental benefits it offers and the successful use of the system in other
major cities. This document records answers to the three major research questions
that drove the investigation: what’s modular?, why and why not use modular?, and
what can modular be? This research was tested with a speculative design for a real
site in Washington, DC, with the intention of introducing this technology in future
Hickok Cole projects.
1
What You’ll See Here2
Tour of modular construction factory; DeLuxe Building Systems
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Modular architecture with Jenga blocks; Hickok Cole Architects happy hour
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Design & Construction2
Wood Structure
Steel Structure
Steel Details
Project Delivery
Approvals
Factory Fabrication
Transportation
Foundations
Installation
Roofing
Exterior Cladding
Vertical Circulation
MEP & Services
Interior Finishes
3 Disruptive Application
Project Site
Comparison
Building Section
Typical Floor Plan
Sample Unit Plan
Modularization
Cost/Schedule Analysis
Project Return Analysis
Advantages & Challenges
Modular in DC?
4 Resources & Credits
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Acknowledgments
Disruptive Innovation1
What’s Modular?
Why Modular?
Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
Disruptive
Innovation
What’s Modular?
Why/Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
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What’s Modular?
1 Introduction
Modular construction consists of whole building units prefabricated under
controlled conditions and transported to the construction site on a flatbed
trailer. These units are l ...
Fabulous Pre-fabApplying Modular Construction to Multifamily.docxmecklenburgstrelitzh
Fabulous Pre-fab
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC
Abigail R. Brown, AIA
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Hello!
Welcome to iLab
iLab exists to promote innovation and progressive architecture and design through
internal research sponsored by Hickok Cole Architects. The program creates a gap in
day to day work life to foster innovation. The firm crowd sources the most compelling
proposals, every employee votes, and the winners are awarded uninterrupted project-
free time to develop an idea or project. Through this exploration the firm aims
to stretch conventional notions about architecture, fabrication, work styles, and
entrepreneurship.
This document is the result of Abigail Brown’s iLab project “Fabulous Pre-fab:
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC.”
Modular construction is a pre-fabrication system in which modules of a building are
constructed in a factory then shipped to the site and assembled on a foundation. This
system has not yet been widely used in Washington, DC, despite the cost, schedule,
and environmental benefits it offers and the successful use of the system in other
major cities. This document records answers to the three major research questions
that drove the investigation: what’s modular?, why and why not use modular?, and
what can modular be? This research was tested with a speculative design for a real
site in Washington, DC, with the intention of introducing this technology in future
Hickok Cole projects.
1
What You’ll See Here2
Tour of modular construction factory; DeLuxe Building Systems
1
Modular architecture with Jenga blocks; Hickok Cole Architects happy hour
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Contents
Design & Construction2
Wood Structure
Steel Structure
Steel Details
Project Delivery
Approvals
Factory Fabrication
Transportation
Foundations
Installation
Roofing
Exterior Cladding
Vertical Circulation
MEP & Services
Interior Finishes
3 Disruptive Application
Project Site
Comparison
Building Section
Typical Floor Plan
Sample Unit Plan
Modularization
Cost/Schedule Analysis
Project Return Analysis
Advantages & Challenges
Modular in DC?
4 Resources & Credits
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Acknowledgments
Disruptive Innovation1
What’s Modular?
Why Modular?
Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
Disruptive
Innovation
What’s Modular?
Why/Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
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What’s Modular?
1 Introduction
Modular construction consists of whole building units prefabricated under
controlled conditions and transported to the construction site on a flatbed
trailer. These units are l.
Federal Agencies Collaborate with Web-based Building Information ModelsMike Bordenaro
Web-based BIM collaboration among Federal Agencies was highlighted by associations in March 2016. Facility asset management advancements by DoD, VA, OMB MAX.gov, US Navy, NIBS and private contractors were presented and demonstrated.
BIM Code Enforcement Report Summary March 2012Mike Bordenaro
Use of Building Information Models and related business processes can save municipal code enforcers time and money according to a FIATECH study summarized here. These processes can be tied to energy savings that help governments save measurable amounts of money.
[Report] Internet Trends in India for 2014Social Samosa
LIQVD Asia, Asia’s first digital experiential marketing company, has conducted a fabulous research and come up with a report- India on Internet 2014. This research intendeds to explore the Internet trends in India in the days to come.
Enhancing Project Management Efficiency using Lean ConceptsIOSR Journals
One of the increasing and most significant concerns with projects is that, projects are behind
schedule, over budget and show unsatisfactory performance in terms of quality and customer satisfaction. Lean
Thinking is important because it can reduce error rates to maximum extent. The evidence from Toyota (Japan)
and other companies who have successfully implemented the Toyota Production System (TPS) or Lean
Principles confirms this. It also significantly reduces the time taken to deliver new products while substantially
reducing cost. This paper first introduces the general overview about Project Management and the Lean
Concepts. After that, this paper presents the literature survey and then compares the traditional Project
Management, the advantages or opportunities of introducing Lean Principles into Project Management with a
Case study
Fabulous Pre-fabApplying Modular Construction to Multifamily.docxlmelaine
Fabulous Pre-fab
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC
Abigail R. Brown, AIA
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Hello!
Welcome to iLab
iLab exists to promote innovation and progressive architecture and design through
internal research sponsored by Hickok Cole Architects. The program creates a gap in
day to day work life to foster innovation. The firm crowd sources the most compelling
proposals, every employee votes, and the winners are awarded uninterrupted project-
free time to develop an idea or project. Through this exploration the firm aims
to stretch conventional notions about architecture, fabrication, work styles, and
entrepreneurship.
This document is the result of Abigail Brown’s iLab project “Fabulous Pre-fab:
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC.”
Modular construction is a pre-fabrication system in which modules of a building are
constructed in a factory then shipped to the site and assembled on a foundation. This
system has not yet been widely used in Washington, DC, despite the cost, schedule,
and environmental benefits it offers and the successful use of the system in other
major cities. This document records answers to the three major research questions
that drove the investigation: what’s modular?, why and why not use modular?, and
what can modular be? This research was tested with a speculative design for a real
site in Washington, DC, with the intention of introducing this technology in future
Hickok Cole projects.
1
What You’ll See Here2
Tour of modular construction factory; DeLuxe Building Systems
1
Modular architecture with Jenga blocks; Hickok Cole Architects happy hour
22
H
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Contents
Design & Construction2
Wood Structure
Steel Structure
Steel Details
Project Delivery
Approvals
Factory Fabrication
Transportation
Foundations
Installation
Roofing
Exterior Cladding
Vertical Circulation
MEP & Services
Interior Finishes
3 Disruptive Application
Project Site
Comparison
Building Section
Typical Floor Plan
Sample Unit Plan
Modularization
Cost/Schedule Analysis
Project Return Analysis
Advantages & Challenges
Modular in DC?
4 Resources & Credits
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Acknowledgments
Disruptive Innovation1
What’s Modular?
Why Modular?
Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
Disruptive
Innovation
What’s Modular?
Why/Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
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What’s Modular?
1 Introduction
Modular construction consists of whole building units prefabricated under
controlled conditions and transported to the construction site on a flatbed
trailer. These units are l ...
Fabulous Pre-fabApplying Modular Construction to Multifamily.docxmecklenburgstrelitzh
Fabulous Pre-fab
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC
Abigail R. Brown, AIA
H
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ko
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a
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Hello!
Welcome to iLab
iLab exists to promote innovation and progressive architecture and design through
internal research sponsored by Hickok Cole Architects. The program creates a gap in
day to day work life to foster innovation. The firm crowd sources the most compelling
proposals, every employee votes, and the winners are awarded uninterrupted project-
free time to develop an idea or project. Through this exploration the firm aims
to stretch conventional notions about architecture, fabrication, work styles, and
entrepreneurship.
This document is the result of Abigail Brown’s iLab project “Fabulous Pre-fab:
Applying Modular Construction to Multifamily Residential Projects in Washington, DC.”
Modular construction is a pre-fabrication system in which modules of a building are
constructed in a factory then shipped to the site and assembled on a foundation. This
system has not yet been widely used in Washington, DC, despite the cost, schedule,
and environmental benefits it offers and the successful use of the system in other
major cities. This document records answers to the three major research questions
that drove the investigation: what’s modular?, why and why not use modular?, and
what can modular be? This research was tested with a speculative design for a real
site in Washington, DC, with the intention of introducing this technology in future
Hickok Cole projects.
1
What You’ll See Here2
Tour of modular construction factory; DeLuxe Building Systems
1
Modular architecture with Jenga blocks; Hickok Cole Architects happy hour
22
H
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Contents
Design & Construction2
Wood Structure
Steel Structure
Steel Details
Project Delivery
Approvals
Factory Fabrication
Transportation
Foundations
Installation
Roofing
Exterior Cladding
Vertical Circulation
MEP & Services
Interior Finishes
3 Disruptive Application
Project Site
Comparison
Building Section
Typical Floor Plan
Sample Unit Plan
Modularization
Cost/Schedule Analysis
Project Return Analysis
Advantages & Challenges
Modular in DC?
4 Resources & Credits
Bibliography
Illustration Credits
Acknowledgments
Disruptive Innovation1
What’s Modular?
Why Modular?
Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
Disruptive
Innovation
What’s Modular?
Why/Why Not Modular?
What Can Modular Be?
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What’s Modular?
1 Introduction
Modular construction consists of whole building units prefabricated under
controlled conditions and transported to the construction site on a flatbed
trailer. These units are l.
Barriers to Implement Lean Principles in the Indian Construction IndustryAM Publications
Lean construction emerged from attempts of transferring and applying the Japanese Lean production
philosophy to the construction industry. Lean construction is a confluence of ideas including continuous
improvement, flattened organization structure, efficient usage of resources, elimination of waste, and cooperative
supply chain. Based on the success of Lean Production in manufacturing and the development of Lean Construction
in countries such as Brazil, Denmark and the USA, the application of Lean Construction is currently debated in India.
The aim of the study is identification of barriers to successful implementation of lean construction in the Indian
construction sector. The data was collected by questionnaire survey of project managers of building construction
organizations and senior consultants of architectural and project management firms. The data collected was then
analyzed to rank the main barriers and lean principles are suggested to overcome these barriers
Technology And The Construction Industry Essay
Construction Of Construction And Construction
Construction Project Essay
Research Paper On Modern Construction Techniques
Essay On Construction Management
Construction Industry Literature Review
Essay on Construction
Essay On Construction Industry
Building Construction Essay
Construction Essay
Construction Of The Construction Industry Essay
The Complexity in Construction Projects
Essay About Construction
Construction Project : A Complex Process Essay
A Career in the Construction Industry
General Contractor Essay
Construction Economics
BIMStorm: A 10th Anniversary Perspective with Links to Past Highlights and a ...Mike Bordenaro
The 10th Anniversary of BIMStorm, founded by Kimon Onuma, provides the opportunity to reflect on past highlights and look to the future for this web-based brainstorm using Building Information Models.
A 2008 creative writing exploration about the value of the first BIMStorm using Disneyland and Woodstock as analogies. Starring Andy Fuhrman. Written by Mike Bordenaro about the efforts of Kimon Onuma, ONUMA, Inc. and an army of 130 teams working intensely over a period of 24 hours.
A Week of Federal Asset Management Leadership in Washington, D.C.Mike Bordenaro
The Asset Leadership Network and the National Academies of Science Federal Facilities Council co-hosted a seminar as part of a week-long series of activities. The 2015 Asset Management Impact Awards Dinner at the National Press Club and legislative outreach on Capitol Hill were successful elements of the week. A summary is provided.
Federal forum on asset management sub sector agendaMike Bordenaro
The BIMStorm processes are going to get a very big boost by being presented as federal asset management techniques (which they are) at the National Academy of Sciences Auditorium Oct 20 & 21, 2015 in Washington, D.C.
The US Federal Government is using Internet business processes to improve Facility Management of 3.35 billion square feet of space. Big Data by definition.
Check it out, Mike B
An online brainstorm using Building Information Models helped Oklahoma City planners investigate best-use scenarios for the area between the downtown and river. City Planners advocate the advanced, proven BIMStorm processes used in the exercise.
James Salmon Brings Katy's Castle to Chicago via the WebMike Bordenaro
A simple exercise to demonstrate benefits of Integrated Project Delivery used wood blocks, playing cards and dice to replicate real world building methods. First traditional methods are used to build a wood block castle and then IPD methods are used. It becomes clear that IPD is faster and more efficient.
Information Age Business Processes for Specifiers Mike Bordenaro
Information Age Business Processes for Specifiers is intended to be an introduction to web-based Building Information Models for Construction Specification Institute members.
The slide presentation was created for the CSI Northern Illinois Chapter, but is applicable to all specifiers interested in beginning their orientation to web-based business processes.
Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs BIMStorm Lifecycle Mike Bordenaro
A minute-by-minute look at the ground breaking work with Building Information Models being conducted by the Departments of Defense and Veterans Affairs. They have a total of 210 million square feet of space around the world and are using BIM web services to improve quality and reduce costs.
Informal essay on the BIMStorm Lifecycle featuring Department of Defense and Veterans Administration approaches to building industry benefits using web-based Building Information Models.
More detailed information and links are to come.
The 2013 buildingSMART Alliance Conference featured a presentation on the BIMStorm OKC sponsored by University of Oklahoma. Associate Professor Tammy McCuen and Assistant Professor Elizabeth Probe made the presentation.
Slides of the 30 minute summary of activities. A great presentation on building industry rapid prototyping by Balfour Beatty and a very honest bimscore of the BIMStorm COAA.
There is an elephant in the room . . . And It Is DeadMike Bordenaro
Kimon Onuma, FAIA will be speaking at the TEDx City2.0 talks in San Diego on Saturday, October 13, 2012. Mr. Onuma will be the final speaker in a series of presentations on building industry job creation in the future city.
Mr. Onuma will be concluding a four-hour program with a discussion that includes description of his award-winning BIMStorm business processes related to the earlier presentations.
In 1984, TED was established to stimulate "ideas worth spreading." Events were held like conferences organized by not-for-profit. TEDx is designed to help communities, organizations and individuals with TED experiences organized at the local level in a semi-independent manner.
The TED Prize, which is usually given to an individual, was awarded to the idea of planning the "City 2.0" in 2012. Presentations on the future of cities will be given all over the world on the same day.
The San Diego TEDx City2.0 presentations will be at the NewSchool of Architecture and Design, 1249 F Street from 1 – 5 pm on Saturday, October 13.
See more information at:
http://www.ted.com/tedx/events/6696
http://www.ted.com/pages/tedx_tedxcity
www.BIMStorm.com
Marc Teer AIA and Brad Beck AIA planned their combined - 4-part presentation on teaching (and learning BIM) at the new high tech space in Chicago's Merchandise Mart
Keep Your Home Naturally Cool and Warm Out Change in Seasons
Vinra Construction is a private limited company registered under the ROC. The management has an experience of over 15 years of understanding the needs and delivering apt solutions to the end users We are providing turnkey solutions in construction fields. like Construction, Interior Designing Facility Management, Plantation Management, etc..
Vinra Construction Tech Enabled Company for Eco-Friendly Home Construction
Contact With Vinra for a Greener Future >>> Call us @ 888 4898 765
The SVN® organization shares a portion of their new weekly listings via their SVN Live® Weekly Property Broadcast. Visit https://svn.com/svn-live/ if you would like to attend our weekly call, which we open up to the brokerage community.
Rams Garden Bahcelievler - Istanbul - ListingTurkeyListing Turkey
Implemented by Rams Global in Bahcelievler, the Rams Garden Bahcelievler Apartments includes 796 residences of different types from 2+1 to 5+1.
Next to the project, which will have 33 thousand square meters of green area, there will be 42 thousand 300 square meters of woodland. There will also be a 210-meter-long pond in the landscape of the project. There are 94.5 square meters of green space per flat.
Rams Garden Bahcelievler Apartments, which has 8 times more green space than the average of Istanbul with its 33 thousand square meters of green area located within a total of 75 thousand square meters, offers various housing options from 2+1 to 5+1.RAMS Garden has brought a lifeline to the construction industry.
Rams Global, which has signed projects in many places from Dubai to Phuket and delivered more than 20 thousand residences, is now starting new projects in Istanbul.
Rams Garden Bahcelievler is located 9 minutes from Metroport AVM, 5 minutes from Marmara Forum AVM, 12 minutes from Kazlıçeşme beach, 9 minutes from Yıldız Technical University, 7 minutes from Istinye University, 9 minutes from Ramada Hotel and Medicana Hospital.
https://listingturkey.com/property/rams-garden-bahcelievler-apartments/
Presentation to Windust Meadows HOA Board of Directors June 4, 2024: Focus o...Joseph Lewis Aguirre
Presentation to Windust Meadows HOA Board of Directors June 4, 2024: Focus on Public Safety as Job #1, Engagement, Wealth of HOA, Branding, Communication, Culture, Civic Responsibility
Serviced Apartment Ho Chi Minh For RentalGVRenting
GVRenting is the leading rental real estate company in Vietnam. We help you to find a serviced apartment for rent in Ho Chi Minh & Saigon. Discover our broad range of rental properties in Vietnam.
For more details https://gvrenting.com/
Recent Trends Fueling The Surge in Farmhouse Demand in IndiaFarmland Bazaar
Embarking on the journey to acquire a farmhouse for sale is just the beginning; the real investment lies in crafting an environment that contributes to our mental and physical well-being while satisfying the soul. At Farmlandbazaar.com, India’s leading online marketplace dedicated to farm land, farmhouses, and agricultural lands, we understand the importance of transforming a humble farmland into a warm and inviting sanctuary. Let's explore the fundamental aspects that can elevate your farmhouse into a tranquil haven.
Rixos Tersane Istanbul Residences Brochure_May2024_ENG.pdfListing Turkey
Tersane Suites Residences is a luxurious real estate project located in the heart of Istanbul, next to the beautiful Golden Horn. This unique development offers hotel concept residences with Rixos management, making it the perfect choice for both homeowners and investors.
The Tersane Suites Residences offers a wide range of options, from studio apartments to spacious four-bedroom units, all designed to the highest standard. The suites are finished with high-quality materials and feature modern, open-plan living spaces, fully-equipped kitchens, and large balconies with stunning views of the city and sea.
One of the standout features of Tersane Suites Residences is the Rixos management, which provides a truly exclusive and upscale living experience. Residents will have access to a range of luxury amenities, including a fitness center, spa, and indoor and outdoor swimming pools. Plus, the on-site restaurants and cafes provide a taste of the local and international cuisine.
The Tersane Suites Residences also offers a great opportunity for investors, as it provides a rental guarantee program. This means that investors can enjoy a steady income stream, with the peace of mind that their property is being managed by a reputable and experienced team.
The location of Tersane Suites Residences is also unbeatable, with easy access to the city’s main transportation links and within close proximity to the historic center, making it the perfect base for exploring all that Istanbul has to offer.
Sense Levent Kagithane Catalog - Listing TurkeyListing Turkey
Sense Levent offers a luxurious living experience in the heart of Istanbul’s vibrant Levent district.
This cutting-edge development seamlessly integrates modern design with natural elements, featuring live evergreen plants maintained by an advanced irrigation system, ensuring lush greenery year-round.
The building’s elegant ceramic balconies are both stylish and durable, enhancing the overall aesthetic and functionality. Residents can enjoy the 700m Sky Lounge, which provides breathtaking views of Istanbul and a perfect space to relax and unwind.
Sense Levent promotes a healthy and active lifestyle with a full gym, swimming pool, sauna, and steam room, all available in the building. The interiors are crafted with high-quality materials, ensuring a luxurious and inviting living space.
Designed with young professionals in mind, Sense Levent features 1+1 and 2+1 units with smart floor plans and balconies. The project promises high investment returns, with an expected annual return of 6.5-7%, significantly above Istanbul’s average ROI.
Located in the rapidly growing and highly desirable Levent area, the development benefits from ongoing urban regeneration projects. Its prime location offers proximity to shopping malls, municipal buildings, universities, and public transportation, adding immense value to your investment.
Early investors can take advantage of discounted units during the construction phase, with an expected capital appreciation of +45% USD upon completion. Property Turkey provides comprehensive rental management services, ensuring a seamless and profitable investment experience.
Additionally, robust legal support and significant tax advantages are available through Property Turkey’s licensed Real Estate Investment Fund. Levent is a dynamic urban hub, ideal for young professionals with its numerous corporate headquarters and shopping malls.
Sense Levent is more than just a residence; it’s a place where dreams and opportunities come to life. Contact us today to secure your place in this exclusive development and experience the best of Istanbul living. Sense Levent: Sense the Opportunity. Live the Dream.
https://listingturkey.com/property/sense-levent/
Discover Yeni Eyup Evleri 2, nestled among the rising values of Eyupsultan, offering the epitome of modern living in Istanbul.
With its spacious living areas, contemporary architecture, and meticulous details, Yeni Eyup Evleri 2 is poised to be the star of your happiest moments. Situated in the new favorite district of Eyupsultan, claim your spot and unlock the doors to a peaceful life alongside your loved ones. Nestled next to the historical and natural beauties of Eyupsultan, embrace the comfort of modern living and rediscover life.
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COAA Illinois Spring 2015 Modular Seminar Summary by Michael Bordenaro
1. Modularization Benefits Owners Want
Spring 2015 Event Review
April 9, 2015
Modular has come a long way
Construction Owners Association of America Illinois Chapter held a “Mini Conference” on
Modularization for it’s Spring 2015 event. In addition to having two educational programs on
modularization, a select number of companies had table displays outlining their modular solutions.
Owners learned that although a modular approach to construction is not new, there are new tools and
process improvements that provide new building systems added business value – mainly related to
improved quality, reduced schedule and lifecycle cost savings, not necessarily lower construction costs.
Almost 80 people gathered at a Modular Mini Conference trade
show before the seminars and afterwards for a reception.
(Above) David Pikey, Hill Mechanical; Greg Meeder, COAA Illinois
Program chair; Rob McManamy, BuiltWorlds; John Jurewicz,
Walbridge Technologies.
(Right) COAA Illinois President, Chris Rogan, (University of Illinois)
with new COAA Illinois Board Member, Jim Zumerchik (Governor’s
State University) and Adana Jones, Cordogen & Clark.
2. COAA National and COAA Illinois Overview
The seminar began with COAA Illinois Board
Members Chris Rogan and Ken Kaiser detailing
benefits of involvement with COAA Illinois and
COAA National. Mr. Rogan, with a background in
construction management before being Assistant
Director of Capital Programs at University of Illinois
and Mr. Kaiser, Manager, Facility Renovation at
Northwestern Memorial Hospital, both emphasized
the value of local networking, locally targeted
programming, COAA National workshops, seminars
and webinars that focus owner representatives on
owner issues. (www.coaa.org) Ken Kaiser at podium describing COAA benefits.
Together, Rogan and Kaiser announced the Fall 2015 COAA Illinois Project Closeout event at the
University of Chicago will be similar to the national conference experience. The Fall 2015 program will
incorporate an interactive workshop with break out teams that come back together to share
experiences. More details will soon be available at: www.coaa.org/Membership/Chapters/Illinois
What’s New In Modular Construction?
The first seminar consistent of four fast-paced presentations of modular system case studies and
process descriptions with cost saving advice on what to do and what not to do. Four speakers gave
approximately 10-minute presentations and then answered questions as a group.
All presenters mentioned the importance of early coordination and collaboration of as many
stakeholders as possible. Seemingly insignificant details can have a big impact on the success of modular
systems as all the case studies described.
The first presentation by Tim Schubert, Integrated
Construction Manager, Mortenson Construction, (right)
highlighted a 15% schedule improvement with the use of
modular systems for a hospital project. Separate benefit-to-cost
ratios were calculated for bathroom pods, patient headwall
panels, prefab exterior walls, multi-trade racks and other
modular units. All but one system showed a positive benefit-to-
cost ratio and the total average was 1.13, indicating a direct
benefit from modular construction on the project.
3. A savings of 29,500 man hours for a direct cost savings of 6% was reported for the project.
Schubert noted that while modular construction delivered the project benefits, project success also
required Lean Construction practices, Building Information Models and integrated coordination.
Owner-focused presentations have to tell the truth – owners can’t think there is one Silver Bullet that
solves all problems. Since modular processes guided by Lean practices using Building Information
Models naturally contribute to holistic thinking, using modular to kick start early involvement of all
stakeholders can be an effective path to overall project success.
The second 10-minute presentation by John Hill
of Midwest Applied Solutions noted that while
modular air handling systems have been around
for a long time, one new area in modular
construction is ceiling systems for health care
and other complex building types. Mr. Hill
showed images and described how modular
ceilings for operating rooms and clean rooms can
include air handling, fire suppression, lighting,
boom mounts, imaging system supports and
other systems. John Hill cited improved quality as a main modular benefit.
Mr. Hill said that being able to work at waist height in factory conditions contributes to ceiling
installation in 1/6th the time compared to working overhead on site.
Just as importantly, Mr. Hill said prefabrication of air handling systems and other systems helps reduce
contamination and reduces the potential of hospital-caused infections and contributes to reduction in
accidental deaths. In the second seminar, York Chan, Administrator of Facilities for Advocate Healthcare,
made a point of saying reduced accidental deaths is a serious concern for hospital owners, who
appreciate assistance with this issue.
Zak Bottomly of Modular Services Company, (right)
noted Prefabricated is not necessarily “Standardized.”
Because Modular Services Company has been
prefabricating hospital patient room head walls for
decades, the company is able to customize elements
of a system depending on need. Close coordination
with designers to assure medical gas and electrical
outlets are in the right place are critical
concerns that can be addressed with proper
customization management.
4. The ability to assure local code compliance and worldwide ULI listings is a factor in ensuring accurate
customization in modular headwall construction and installation. When properly implemented, hospital
patient room headwalls can be installed on site in 15 – 30 minutes. Mr. Bottomly discussed projects that
have as many as 300 headwalls, leading to large, predictable savings.
The final 10-minute presentation by John Jurewicz, General Manager of Virtual Design & Construction,
Walbridge Technologies, was a multimedia experience with traditional case study slides, web site visits
and a high-quality production time lapse construction video on bathroom modular construction
processes and practices. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ko3qqATDa5Y ).
Mr. Jurewicz focused on a University of Michigan residence hall and included examples from other
projects. On the Munger Residence Hall, Mr. Jurewicz cited a
savings of 6 weeks from the use of 730 bathroom modules. The
use of Building Information Models to assist animation of
construction sequences, modular path and equipment
placement are key factors to success, according to Mr. Jurewicz.
He also listed issues to avoid. One of the most important things
is to consider modular from as early in the project as possible.
Modular construction requires a different thought process that
takes into consideration significant logistical details that can
make or break the savings goal. John Jurewicz saved 6 weeks on a project
As important as not having columns or stub outs in the exact wrong place, is the ability to gain more
savings with preplanning. For example, more time to think about system splices at the optimal points in
ceiling systems on one project could have contributed to increased savings of time and money.
A debrief session with all stakeholders to highlight successes and point out lessons learned in the
increasingly significant area of modular construction is a key part of internal modular project training,
Jurewicz said.
Mr. Jurewicz also showed a modular equipment installation in a historic building renovation. A masonry
wall was temporarily removed, a special dolly was built to move the equipment through the opening
with fractions of an inch to spare in all directions.
The short, dynamic focus on case studies showed that owners are very interested in gaining measurable
benefits from modular construction processes.
5. Modular Panel Discussion
The Modular Panel Discussion by Greg Meeder, COAA Illinois Program Chair and Equity Partner &
Regional Construction Group Practice Leader for the Holland & Knight law firm. The immediate Past
President of the Chicago Building Congress, Mr. Meeder expertly facilitated a lively and insightful
discussion on the current state of modular. He began by introducing York Chan, Administrator of
Facilities for Advocate Healthcare.
Mr. York confirmed that quality improvements and schedule reduction are valued benefits of modular
construction at this time. Eventually being cost neutral is a goal, but for now Advocate Healthcare is
satisfied with the ability to enter a market quicker and with higher quality facilities that support
measurable patient experiences.
If Advocate Healthcare can deliver a suite of operating rooms a few weeks earlier than is typical, it can
mean hundreds of thousands of dollars in revenue that was not possible without earlier project
completion with the help of modular construction.
Patient experience is now part of payment requirements, so healthcare construction owners are highly
focused on measurably satisfying facilities. According to Mr. York, modular construction supports this
goal with improved quality that is worthwhile even though the process is still not cost neutral.
Whether or not to use modular methods is not even a question. Mr. York says that modular is being
used on all $1.5 billion worth of construction projects Advocate Healthcare has in progress. A particular
benefit Mr. York noted was the ability to conduct airflow tests to make sure vents were as clean as
possible. The controlled, factory environment allowed assurance that air flow direction was not
negatively impacting quality during modular construction. Mr. York said that in an on-site, stick-built
environment, it would take longer to gain quality assurance for properly monitored duct installation.
Modular Panel left to right: Greg Meeder; Will McConnell; Don Flight; York Chan; Chris Mattus, and Larry Arndt.
6. Don Flight, Group Vice President for The Hill Group, noted that excessive checking in factory conditions
has led to 9,000 man hours of modular construction with zero incidences.
Mr. Chan immediately added that the goal for a healthcare construction owner is to have zero incidents
at all times. This desire for a high level of quality was reiterated by Mr. York saying Advocate Healthcare
is committed to having ISO certification for as many aspects of their facilities as possible. Their recent
acceptance of ISO certified bathroom modules meets this requirement.
Larry Arndt, General Manager of Mortenson Construction, noted a financial benefit of improved quality
from modular construction. Mr. Arndt said that higher safety levels and lower insurance rates are
possible when providing factory-quality construction conditions. These insurance savings are passed on
to the owner in direct cost reductions, Mr. Arndt said.
Mr. Arndt pointed out that owners are driving the move to increased modular construction. They are
looking for 8% – 12% reduction in overall schedule using modular, according to Mr. Arndt.
Chris Mattus with DIRTT indicated he knows owners who are experiencing 25% schedule reduction for
specific segments of modular construction. DIRTT provides a variety of modular components and
displays them in a showroom at 325 North Wells in Chicago.
Mr. Mattus pointed to an intriguing impact on quality due to modular construction. He indicated that in
on-site, stick-built construction approximately 60% to 70% of costs are spent on labor and 30% to 40% is
spent on materials. With modular construction, that formula flips and more resources are available for
higher quality materials.
Quality is also enhanced with DIRTT’s highly developed gaming visualization technology that provides
surprisingly accurate virtual walk-throughs that allow professionals to see potential problems and
solutions in modular projects.
Another cost savings Mr. Mattus mentioned relates to reduced waste on modular projects. On site trash
is drastically reduced with modular construction. The result is less cleaning at project transition that can
contribute to a 50% reduction in contingency expenses, according to Mr. Mattus.
Will McConnell, vice president of HOK’s healthcare practice, has been reviewing European construction
practices in conjunction with his London office. They found that some U.K. and German projects are
being completed with as much as 83% modular or prefabricated construction of some type. Mr.
McConnell sees this as one solution to the increased density in European cities and suggests that as
major U.S. metropolitan areas increase in density that modular construction will only grow in
importance.
7. Mr. Flight added that the skilled labor shortage is addressed, in part, with modular construction. Not
only is it possible to establish more controlled, repeatable factory processes, it is possible to maximize
productivity. Mr. Flight stated that with on-site labor, getting 5 to 6 hours of productive work from one
person’s 8-hour day is considered a good result. With modular factory construction it is possible to get a
full 8 hours of productivity out of an 8-hour day.
Modular construction raises union labor issues that are addressed in a number of ways. Advocate
Healthcare is in the process of building a new bed tower at Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn, Illinois.
The Hill Group is manufacturing 93 bathroom modules in Franklin Park, Illinois while operating room
ceiling structures incorporating HVAC, lighting, medical gas and equipment booms are being fabricated
in Portland, Oregon.
Mr. Flight said The Hill Group was willing to expand beyond it’s mechanical modular construction to
build the bathroom modules in Illinois so drywall, taping and other trade jobs would stay in state, if not
in the traditional, on-site union manner. This is one approach to the ever present issue of reducing labor
costs while increasing quality. The Hill Group is using installation teams including carpenters and
plumbers for the onsite installation of the bathroom modules.
All presenters agreed that early involvement is the key to achieving the highest level of success with
modular construction practices. Mr. McConnell noted that integrated practices were first applied to
sustainability issues, but integration is now understood to be a chief component of successful modular
construction projects.
Mr. Mattus agreed that it is important to start the modular conversation early on in the project. He
added that with highly refined interior wall modules, early discussions can lead to the cost neutral use of
modular construction that Mr. York said is his goal for all modular activity.
This far-ranging and informative discussion on modular construction processes and benefits ended with
a reception and networking around the table top displays from the following event sponsors:
The Hill Group
Walbridge Technology
DIRTT
Midwest Applied Solutions
Modular Services Company
Mortenson
8. Presentation Slide Samples
Midwest Applied Solutions provided a clear picture illustrating the difference between on-site stick built
operating room ceiling system and factory-built modular version of a similar system.
Computer Numeric Controlled machinery is at the heart of many modular systems.