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At the intersection of safety, quality and productivity

Learn how our new hire orientation is helping workers make decisions that lead to better, safer and more efficient results.

Safety, Quality
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The heart of a vision

Last month, the Nanovic family, staff and students expressed gratitude to our tradespeople in a neat way. We were touched by their generosity and appreciative of their vision.

Projects, Education
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From silo-ed to integrated

While we are working more collaboratively with industry partners, the departments within our companies continue to operate in silos. Learn how Pepper is blurring the lines within our organization to deliver more integrated solutions.

Industry insights
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10 technologies that will change how we build in the next decade

Technology is part of everything we do. It is improving our buildings and how we build them. These 10 technologies will continue to transform construction in the next decade.

Ohio 10th anniversary, Emerging technology
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You’ve got a building, I’ve got a model; Let’s talk

The benefits of BIM can extend past project completion and into the building's lifecycle. Learn how to start optimizing your model for operations.

Virtual construction & technology, Healthcare, Emerging technology
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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.

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.

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?

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.

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?

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.

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.

High performance & sustainability, Environmental