Julien Bélair

Julien Bélair

Manufacturing Process Consultant
Julien Bélair is a trusted voice in Manufacturing and Logistics. With a focus on innovation in building and infrastructure, Julien outlines the latest developments in the industry, covering topics such as additive manufacturing, sustainable production practices, and circular economy principles. Julien believes in the transformative potential of these technologies, and he freely shares his passion in his writings.
How Sustainability Intelligence Is Reshaping Project Delivery
Editorial How Sustainability Intelligence Is Reshaping Project Delivery

Over 60% of clients rank environmental performance among their top three purchase factors, making the old checklist approach to design ineffective. Today, sustainability must be integrated into project management and financial strategy. Frameworks like the Sustainable Adaptive Material Performance

Why Did Vancouver's The Post Sell for Over $1.1 Billion?
Construction Management Why Did Vancouver's The Post Sell for Over $1.1 Billion?

In a stunning turn of events that has reverberated through the real estate world, Vancouver's skyline-defining property, The Post, has changed hands for a staggering sum exceeding $1.1 billion, marking one of the most significant transactions in Canadian history. Nestled in the heart of downtown,

Adapting Global Carbon Guidelines to South Africa's Context
Design & Architecture Adapting Global Carbon Guidelines to South Africa's Context

In a world increasingly focused on sustainability, the construction industry stands at a critical juncture where global carbon reduction strategies are being scrutinized for their relevance across diverse regions. South Africa, with its unique blend of socio-economic challenges, environmental

Building Flood-Ready Futures for Resilient Indian Cities
Market Overview Building Flood-Ready Futures for Resilient Indian Cities

As climate change intensifies and urbanization accelerates across India, the vulnerability of cities to extreme weather events like floods and heatwaves has become a pressing concern that demands immediate action from policymakers and communities alike. Historical data paints a grim picture:

UK Steel Industry Backs COP30 Low-Carbon Steel Agreement
Market Overview UK Steel Industry Backs COP30 Low-Carbon Steel Agreement

The global steel industry stands at a critical juncture, grappling with its substantial contribution to greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions—estimated at 7-9 percent of the world’s total. With demand for steel continuing to rise, driven by infrastructure and renewable energy projects, the urgency to

Greystar Pays $7M to Settle Rent-Setting Algorithm Lawsuit
Construction Management Greystar Pays $7M to Settle Rent-Setting Algorithm Lawsuit

In a striking development that underscores the intensifying battle over housing affordability, Greystar, the largest landlord in the United States, has agreed to a $7 million settlement to resolve allegations of using rent-setting algorithms to inflate prices. This legal action, initiated by nine

ArcGIS GeoBIM 12.0 Boosts GIS-BIM Integration and Collaboration
Technology & Equipment ArcGIS GeoBIM 12.0 Boosts GIS-BIM Integration and Collaboration

In an era where infrastructure projects are becoming increasingly complex, the need for seamless integration between geographic information systems (GIS) and building information modeling (BIM) has never been more critical, and ArcGIS GeoBIM, part of the ArcGIS Enterprise 12.0 release this

Public Bathroom Accessibility: Lawsuit Risks and Solutions
Design & Architecture Public Bathroom Accessibility: Lawsuit Risks and Solutions

Every day, countless individuals encounter barriers in public restrooms that hinder their ability to use these essential facilities with dignity and ease, a challenge that affects not just personal comfort but also legal accountability for facility owners. This pervasive issue touches diverse

Why Is Unlicensed Contracting a Priority in North Carolina?
Construction Management Why Is Unlicensed Contracting a Priority in North Carolina?

In the thriving construction landscape of North Carolina, where new buildings and infrastructure projects shape communities, a hidden danger lurks in the form of unqualified or unethical contractors who operate without proper credentials. The North Carolina Licensing Board for General Contractors

How Is Vingcard Revolutionizing Build-to-Rent with Proptech?
Construction Management How Is Vingcard Revolutionizing Build-to-Rent with Proptech?

In an era where the build-to-rent (BTR) sector is experiencing unprecedented growth, managing diverse properties like student housing, senior living, and military accommodations has become a complex challenge for owners and operators. Vingcard, a subsidiary of ASSA ABLOY and a trusted leader in

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