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Sustainable Roofing Strategies
Choosing the right roofing materials can make a significant difference in energy efficiency “Out of sight, out of mind” often rings true when it comes to roofs. Rarely do facility managers give roofs a second thought until significant problems arise, by which time the...
Controlling the Spread of Antimicrobial-Resistant Bacteria
WHO has sounded the alarm over an antibiotic-resistant strain of bacteria that is becoming more common and encourages healthcare facilities to ramp up infection control measures. A strain of bacteria that can cause severe infections and carries genes that are...
IRA Capital, Oaktree Acquire 12 Property Medical Portfolio
The 12 property portfolio spans 600,000 square feet. IRA Capital, a prominent Southern California-based private equity firm and a private buyer of healthcare real estate in the United States, announced the acquisition of twelve Class-A Medical Outpatient Buildings...
Planning for Privacy and Accessibility in Public Restroom Design
Locking hardware can impact interior functionality in schools, health care and almost all settings. In addition, the right type of locking hardware can also support emerging design considerations for privacy in institutional, commercial and retail spaces. This is...
Work begins on new hospital in Prince Edward County
Construction is underway to build the new Prince Edward County Memorial Hospital in Picton, Ontario. Crews broke ground on August 1, after years of advocacy and planning. More people in the Bay of Quinte region will be able to access new and improved equipment and...
Teams shortlisted for Richmond Hospital Phase 2
The Government of British Columbia announced the shortlist of teams for Phase 2 of the Richmond Hospital redevelopment project. The three shortlisted teams are: Bird Design-Build Construction Inc., Stantec Architecture Ltd., AtkinsRéalis Major Projects Inc., and...
