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The World's Most Expensive Buildings and Their Cost

The most expensive building ever constructed is none other than the Great Mosque of Mecca, which can be found in Mecca, Saudi Arabia. The total construction cost comes in at $100 billion, which translates to about $115.2 billion today, adjusted for inflation. It's not only the most expensive building in the world, but also the most expensive Mosque globally.

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A guide to repair and maintain a metal building

To a lot of people, it is a surprise that metals have been in the use for construction for decades, you can find various historical buildings as well as recent ones constructed out of metals. There are numerous types of metals used in the construction industry because of the impressive benefits it is packed with, for example, speed of construction, high resistance, extremely durable, aesthetic appeal, economic, modifiable, sustainable, and a lot more.

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Green buildings: An approach to reduce global warming

The world is getting worst and worst in terms of global warming, every other day the number of pollutants are rising. Things that are being overlooked now can bring a lot of consequences for the entire planet. Many people may not know that the construction of buildings also contributes to global warming. Wondering how? Well, in 2019, the International Energy Agency (IEA) reported that the buildings and their construction together accounted for 35 percent of the total energy use whereas, 38 percent of the energy and other processes related to carbon dioxide emission.

In order to reduce this number, the building developers and construction firms are looking for ways to construct buildings in smarter and greener ways. This will not only save the cost but also cause no harm to the environment.

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Amazon's new headquarter is a poop shaped glass tower

The tech giant company is establishing another headquarters in Arlington, Virginia, and the company has revealed the design of how the building of new headquarters would look like. The building is designed very creatively and differs from most of the standard buildings as it is a swirled tall standing building having trees all around it. According to Amazon, the design of the new tower is inspired by the natural beauty a double helix holds; hence the building is named "the Helix" by the company.



On the other hand, people resemble the corkscrew-shaped tower with a poop emoji. Amazon's Seattle headquarters has a similar structure where three round glass is connected, giving the tower a swirled look and covered with beautiful green trees all around. The tower is expected to stand 350 feet tall. Moreover, the company says that they will also allow general public tours in the new headquarters on weekends.



The area surrounding the helix is planned to have three buildings constructed, each having 22 floors. Moreover, between them, the company will create a green plaza along with a dog park where the general public will also be allowed. In addition, parking space for around 950 bicycles will also be made.

Amazon's new headquarter is a poop shaped glass tower

Carport Advisors over Metal Building Dealers

To invest in a metal building, homeowners usually look forward to digital platforms for purchasing. This involves a customer and a metal building dealer, but the trouble chimes in when the customer places their trust in the hands of a metal building dealer and expects him to make the delivery right on time, which never really happens. This is where Carports advisors come into the picture and urge you to see things through.

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Metal Building Components every builder should know

Shelters are undoubtedly the most important thing for humans as well as for animals. Right after the beginning of life on Earth, humans and animals both started their struggle to find shelters for themselves. As time passed by, new technologies and advancements were made to made construction much robust and easier. As the world progresses in technology, architects have started to innovate shelters in unique yet extremely enchanting ways.

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How Much Square Footage You Can Get for $1 Million in Major Cities
When it comes to real estate, your money could go way further in one city as opposed to another. So, could a sweet one million dollars score you a spacious mansion or a very small apartment in a high-rise building in your city?

With this infographic from Roof Claim, you'll learn just how much score footage one million dollars would get you, specifically in the 50 most populous cities across America. In the United States, the median is $155 per square foot, meaning that on average, one million dollars would get you roughly 6,452 square feet. Out of the 50 most populous cities in the country, your dollar would go the further in Detroit, Michigan, where one million dollars would result in 22,222 square feet.

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The U.S. Construction Industry: An Overview

With so many projects and ventures in the making in the United States, the construction industry is only expected to boom in the coming years. Until 2023, the growth rate of this industry shall be certain. It will continue to add to the economic and political development of the country.

The construction industry has previously witnessed healthy growth in the year 2019 alone. But 2020 has made many economies unstable, and the USA is no exception to this instability. Costs of construction material and machines will continue to rise due to distortion in the trade sector.

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Top 10 most famous steel structures in the world

Infrastructure has been a very important aspect of modern times. The tall skyscraping buildings are just out of this world and give off a more modern look. Steel and metal structures are some of the most beneficial structures that can help your construction project.

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Busting the Most Common Steel Building Myths

In the world of construction and architecture, steel structures have become a popular choice for both commercial and residential buildings. However, there are a few issues that people expect to face when going for a building that has been constructed using steel. Are these issues really worth worrying about or are they just setting a base for needless hype? Let's find out by first investigating the advantages of steel construction.

 There are endless advantages of steel buildings. Of course, the one advantage that makes the most sense is the tensile strength of steel. Steel construction has also evolved to an extent that pre-engineered steel parts are being manufactured, which require only being bolted together. This also cuts down on the labour time spent and is more. Less maintenance, fire resistance and easy installation also make steel construction more cost-efficient as compared to other materials.

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The Tallest Buildings on Every Continent
For nearly 40 years, the Empire State Building in New York, NY held the title of world’s tallest building. Skyscrapers have advanced so much since it was completed in 1931 that the Empire State Building is no longer even one of the five tallest buildings in New York City. As other countries raced to construct what could be dubbed the tallest building in the world, many interesting skyscrapers and structures were built. Many of the groundbreaking high-rise buildings of the past are dwarfed by the luxury towers of modern times.

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5 Building Materials that are Eco-Friendly

 When we talk about the environment, it is critical to discuss the construction industry which has not really enjoyed a good reputation for being eco-friendly. It's not only the construction materials that are harmful to the environment, but the impact is also caused by machines that are used to transport materials and destroy buildings. Along with the cost that goes into this, machines have harmful emissions, leaving a carbon footprint.

 With eco-friendly campaigns taking place all over the world, the need for sustainable construction materials has become evident. There has also been an increase in the demand for environment-friendly homes. And so with the rise of this demand, there has been a revolution in the way buildings are constructed. In fact, these sustainable materials contain natural items such as bamboo and sandbags used creatively, and they are proving to be more eco-friendly than pure concrete.

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