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  Have you ever lived in a house with mold or pest issues? Or worked at an office building that got too cold in the winter, even when you put the heat on? With the average American spending 90% of their time indoors, chances are…

  Atlanta is a growing city– the population increased 15.2% from 2010 to 2020 and has been constantly expanding and evolving to accommodate legacy residents and the influx of newcomers. One of these many neighborhoods in Atlanta is East Lake, which is leading the way…

A new home in the Southeast demonstrates effective strategies for controlling moisture, creating efficiencies, and ensuring comfort By Carl Seville | September 22, 2021   ||   Article originally posted at Green Building Advisor* (*Must have GBA Prime Membership to access full article). Most of building science tends to…

Water is very sneaky. It can work its way in to almost any building. The key to durable, quality construction is carefully designing, installing, and testing the systems that keep the water out. One of the main reasons for building failure, and subsequent lawsuits, is...

Did you know? Developers can take advantage of an exciting sustainable building incentive in DeKalb County, Georgia. Under the current county code, residential developments are eligible for up to 100% density bonuses by including access to transit and amenities, mixed income housing, and/or green building…

The safety of our employees, clients, and project teams are our top priorities. As the COVID-19 situation continues to evolve, we are taking every precaution to ensure the continued health of our team and those we serve. SK Collaborative has developed a set of guidelines...

Broadstone Yard is Alliance Residential’s newest project in the West Midtown Neighborhood taking part in the company’s “Focus Green” program. The industrial-themed apartment community seeks to reduce the consumption of energy and natural resources, as well as educate and encourage residents to participate in eco-friendly lifestyles.