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A historic renovation brings a new retail concept to life in a Chicago landmark

With merchandise and a design aesthetic that makes a statement, Restoration Hardware wanted to find a Chicago space that would provide a retail "experience" worthy of its brand. Welcome to RH Chicago – The Gallery at the Three Arts Club.

October 18, 2016
Projects, Hospitality and retail
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8 residential high rise building systems to analyze for cost savings

Analyzing these leading indicators will turn your theoretical budget for a residential high rise construction project into your actual budget.

October 13, 2016
High rise, Preconstruction
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Balancing act - how our subcontracting community views technology

Even though building information modeling (BIM) has been around for 20 years, our industry is still figuring out how to best leverage this tool. How are subcontractors adopting new technology and what is holding them back?

October 11, 2016
Virtual construction & technology, Trade partnerships
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Celebrating our first decade in Ohio

This year, Pepper Ohio completed its 10th year in business and we’re kicking off a celebration of all things Ohio, starting with President Paul Francois introducing our journey so far. Join us each month for our take on the top 10 moments, memories and trends about our home and industry.

October 10, 2016
Ohio 10th anniversary, About Pepper
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7 considerations for making high rise residential construction predictable

High-rise apartments are a risky investment – from securing financing to the time it takes to build. With so much at stake, how can you get the most out of your construction team and ensure you receive the right guidance for your project?

October 6, 2016
Virtual construction & technology, High rise, Preconstruction
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Eat, sleep, breathe… hack

A hackathon is an unexpected event for an industry perceived to be behind in technology. Take a behind-the-scenes look at the 2016 AEC Hackathon in Chicago.

September 27, 2016
Virtual construction & technology, Emerging technology
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5 actions to make your home a healthier place to live

What if we approached the health of our buildings in the same way that we approach our bodies, where instead of treating sick buildings, we focus on keeping them well? Read some quick and easy changes you can make in your own home today.

September 20, 2016
High performance & sustainability, Environmental
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Inside the space of a change agent

Aver is on a mission to make a difference, and their passion for their space inspired us to share their story. Walk with us as we talk with them about how the design reflects their culture and work.

September 15, 2016
Workplace
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Pepper flavors the fight against hunger

What happens when you invite architecture and engineering firms to join construction companies in an effort to help feed the more than 800,000 local residents who go to bed hungry every night?

September 14, 2016
Community involvement
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How authentic is your commitment to safety?

We want the people who matter the most to us to be safe, but our homes are full of hazards. Safety Director Dave Murphy shares what it means to have a safety mindset and some resources you can use to keep your family safe.

September 13, 2016
Safety
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Simplifying the construction process for a young tech company

Due to current and projected growth, Aver needed a construction partner who would keep them engaged and adjust as their business evolved. By bringing Pepper on board early, they made cost-effective decisions to meet their budget.

September 8, 2016
Projects, Workplace, Science + Technology
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The passion of a craftsperson

Historic restorations are a mix of preservation and progress. That's why today's renovations involve both time-tested techniques and the latest technology. For the restoration of Barrington's White House, there was value in using both to solve project challenges.

September 6, 2016
About Pepper, Quality, Virtual construction & technology