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4 ways to achieve construction success in Lebanon

Download the 4 ways to achieve construction success in Lebanon and discover how to lower operational cost and improve relations between project owners and development teams.

We have worked closely with 3 industry experts, who together have over 70 years experience in the construction industry, to address key issues which you face on a regular basis. These include architectural design, project management, building materials, energy consumption, lighting, building for high energy and water efficiency, rising demand, luxury housing, return rate on investment, sustainable building, affordable housing and value appreciation, just to name a few….

Some of the things you will discover by downloading this piece include:

  • How communication between project owners and development teams can be enhanced and what is missing.
  • Where the highest investment potential (ROI) is for private investors; luxury developments of affordable housing…
  • How the components of a Green Building Rating System can lower operational costs of a building.
  • What authorities prioritize in terms of building development in the Beirut Central District.


Affordable green building techniques in hot and dry climates

  • Examining the potential of savings from an integrated design and development process
  • Incorporating lifecycle costing analysis in making initial investment decisions
  • Achieving energy and water efficiency while also improving indoor air quality and occupant health

Casius Pealer, Senior Sustainable Buildings Advisor, Affordable Housing Institute, and former Director of Affordable Housing, U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)



Designing Affordability; A Multi-Level Strategy for Building Houses, Neighbourhoods and Cities in Oman

Prof. Nikolaus Knebel
Associate Professor Architectural and Urban Design, Department of Urban Planning and Architecture, German University of Technology
Oman
Wilfried Hofmann
Architect
bauplus - prof. nolte and partners architects and engineers

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Upcoming Tenders and Projects in Lebanon

Download this report to find out more about projects and tenders in Lebanon



The Lebanon Brief  tweet_small

Report by BLOMINVEST BANK covering Lebanon financials and economics with a specific section devoted to construction: The Lebanese Construction Sector: Sustainable Growth amidst Favorable Conditions.

The Lebanese property market has emerged as one of the best performers in the region, owing its strength to solid economic fundamentals, rather than speculation. In spite of the political stalemate that carried on over the first half of 2011….



Latest published IMF assesment of Lebanese economy:

Each Public Information Notice contains a background section, a table of selected economic indicators, and an Executive Board assessment.



KPMG Report: Building a foundation for a contract audit

This white paper looks at contract audits as an effective tool for eliminating wasteful spending and cost overruns in engineering and construction projects. The guidance included can help E&C companies and contractors ensure that the right controls and monitoring processes are in place to meet the strict audit requirements.

In the wake of increased scrutiny and demand for accountability and transparency by corporate and government entities, the pressure on engineering and construction (E&C) companies is mounting. It has thus become crucial for E&C companies to assess and improve their construction management processes in order to mitigate risks; contract audits can be an effective tool to achieve these goals. This white paper gives valuable insights to help E&C companies ensure effective construction management and build the foundation for successful contract audits.