Civil engineering projects are characterized by their great complexity when it comes to implementation, but complex doesn’t have to be complicated with proper planning and oversight by the design team. Whether in the beginning stages of the project, currently working through the design, or in the construction phase, experience and insight can make projects succeed…
Read MoreNow more than ever, strategic planning is playing a critical role in how companies are preparing for the future. The recent Covid-19 pandemic has forced leadership teams and staff to take a different view on strategy and what strategic planning looks like. Our President, Dave Guetig, recently joined Phil Keil, Zweig Group’s Director of…
Read MoreAt Galloway, we always strive to remain an early adopter of technology. We recognize that there are now a variety of cloud-based solutions that eliminate the issues experienced when storing data on servers. After evaluating a variety of platforms in order to identify the right solution to address the needs of every discipline provided by…
Read MoreSince the onset of COVID-19, we have been compelled to consider the long-term design implications of a new style of living. We have already taken a closer look at the future of design for office space density and mechanical building systems. Now, in a time when personal space takes on new perspective, the quality and…
Read MoreLocal building codes have important project impact, so we wanted to make our client partners aware of the public comment period that is currently open for the amended City and County of Denver 2019 Building and Fire Code. The City and County of Denver recently amended this code to include mandates for electric vehicle charging…
Read MoreThe desire to interact and socialize will help drive business recovery, and we are seeing great out-of-the-box solutions derived from businesses partnering with landlords, communities and local governments, according to the panelists at the Colorado Real Estate Journal (CREJ) retail livestream conference on Wednesday. It is hoped that this continued partnership will create sustainable solutions…
Read MoreAre you a Colorado water right holder? If so, your water rights could be at risk. The Colorado Division of Water Resources (DWR) has recently proposed its decennial abandonment list, and over 4,000 water rights were declared abandoned. Water is a precious resource, especially in an arid state like Colorado, and water rights offer immense…
Read MoreIn an effort to help local restaurants ramp up operations while maintaining healthy practices, the City of Aurora has released guidelines to help restaurants operate temporary outdoor dining spaces. The City of Aurora is waiving its fees on these expedited Temporary Use Permits, which would allow restaurants to use outdoor spaces adjacent to their buildings,…
Read MoreDue to the recent restrictions brought on by the COVID-19 outbreak, the City of Denver has implemented a temporary program to allow restaurants and bars to operate in outdoor settings adjacent to their businesses. This program will allow flexibility to business owners who need additional space to comply with the state’s public health order to…
Read MoreAs workplaces adapt in the wake of COVID-19, mindful decisions when designing mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems can have a positive impact on limiting the spread of disease. Some technologies are already available, but the designer must be forward-thinking about how decisions can impact the health of the building.
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