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Transforming Design & Construction with LiDAR 3D Scanning
With LiDAR progressing and expanding within the AEC industry, NKB is your premier partner for applying this technology effectively. In today’s rapidly evolving design and construction landscape, precision and accuracy are more important than ever. LiDAR 3D laser scanning is redefining how architects, engineers, and builders capture existing conditions, document facilities, and plan for future development.
From Legacy to Landmark: Why Does Historic Preservation Still Matter?
In a world racing toward the future, it is easy to overlook the quiet power of the past. But historic buildings, those weathered facades, ornate cornices, and timeworn bricks – are more than architectural relics. They are storytellers. They whisper tales of craftsmanship, community, and culture. They remind us of where we came from – and why that still matters.
The Avon Opera Block Building - A Jewel in Avon’s Historic Heart
Preserving the past while designing for the future! NKB’s feature in the Fall 2025 issue of Landmarks Magazine highlights the remarkable transformation of Avon’s Opera Block Building, a cornerstone of the community for over a century.
The Not So Simple Column
A column – just a vertical piece holding up the stuff above it, right? Easy: figure out the load, pick it from a table, and call it a day. Well… yes, but not really. Sometimes "simple" structural elements are anything but simple, and that's exactly why we love them.
Metals Used in Door Hardware
The choice of metal in door hardware directly influences its strength, appearance, and performance. Wrought, cast, and forged metals each provide distinct benefits suited to specific hardware applications. Learn of the advantages and disadvantages of each!