Danielle Andrus, Author at Colorado Builder Magazine

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Charities and Foundations Community and Philanthropy

After-school architecture program exposes kids to new career paths

July 18, 2019July 18, 2019 Danielle Andrus 105 Views 0 Comments

Although RTA Architects is an architecture firm that focuses on large commercial projects like schools, hospitals and houses of worship,

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4 ways builders simplify pool construction in new homes

July 15, 2019 Danielle Andrus 141 Views 0 Comments

Early planning is a win-win-win for buyers, builders and pool contractors.

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Build Charities and Foundations Community and Philanthropy Remodel

Toll Brothers goes big on giving back

July 12, 2019 Danielle Andrus 180 Views 0 Comments

At a dedication ceremony on Thursday, Toll Brothers celebrated the culmination of an extensive project with the Home Builders Foundation.

Design Materials

Let the outside in with oversized doors: July product spotlight

July 10, 2019 Danielle Andrus 841 Views 0 Comments

Exterior and Sliding Doors Solar Innovations Solar Innovations‘ pivot doors are oversized glass doors that are suitable for interior and

Despite the growth in the need for housing, innovation has been lacking, says Katerra's Schick. (Photo: Katerra)

Build Technology

Scaling the construction labor shortage

July 9, 2019July 9, 2019 Danielle Andrus 113 Views 0 Comments modular building, offsite construction

“The construction industry is ripe for disruption,” according to Trevor Schick, head of Katerra’s materials organization. He cited data from

Building construction jobs increased by more than 6,000, with residential construction accounting for three-quarters of that. (Photo: Wave Break Media, Dreamstime)

Business Management Labor and Safety

Construction jobs continue upward tick in June

July 8, 2019 Danielle Andrus 166 Views 0 Comments

The slow but steady increase in construction jobs continued last month with increases in specialty trades jobs.

Training and time are critical in fall prevention and response to keep construction workers safe on jobsites. (Photo: Welcomia, Dreamstime)

Business Management Labor and Safety

What to do if a worker falls

June 28, 2019June 28, 2019 Danielle Andrus 204 Views 0 Comments

Falls are the leading cause of jobsite deaths in the construction industry, and account for 30% of nonfatal injuries.

The council will seek ways to reduce overly burdensome regulations on housing. (Photo: Joe Sohm, Dreamstime)

Business Management Industry and Economy Legislation and Regulation

Trump issues executive order on affordable housing, eliminating regulations

June 26, 2019 Danielle Andrus 164 Views 0 Comments

President Donald Trump signed an executive order on Tuesday establishing a two-year council to identify regulations that artificially increase the

Women speaking up about unmet safety needs might help other people, too. (Photo: Nakharin-Tiowong, Dreamstime)

Business Management Insurance and Risk Management Labor and Safety

Look to the margins to improve safety for all: ASSP

June 25, 2019July 31, 2019 Danielle Andrus 125 Views 0 Comments

The American Society of Safety Professionals is working to get business owners to focus on serving the safety needs of

Homebuyers are drawn to modern, clean styles, study finds. (Photo: Architecture Viz, Dreamstime)

Build Business Management Materials Remodel The Homebuyer

Homebuyers want spa, not spartan, in bathroom design

June 20, 2019June 25, 2019 Danielle Andrus 120 Views 0 Comments

Homebuyers want relaxing, “spa-like” spaces for their bathrooms, a study found.

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