Author: Caryn Norton
How is reality capture technology changing the way we build? Join Greg Dunkle, STO Building Group’s Chief Operating Officer, Jon Ferguson, Vice President of Virtual Design and Construction at Layton Construction, Austin Lay, Senior VDC Manager at Layton Construction, and James Pipe, Chief Product Officer at Drone Deploy as they explore how tools like drones, 360 cameras, and AI are transforming project accuracy, documentation, and data management on today’s jobsites.
In the latest episode of the Ask the Expert series on the Building Conversations podcast, STOBG’s Senior Vice President of Safety, Keith Haselman, explores the cutting-edge innovations—like drones, wearables, AI, and radar—reshaping how we keep jobsites safe.
Could mass timber be the catalyst for the next era of construction efficiency and sustainability? Join Doug Kroll, Director of Business Development at Layton Construction, Pete Kobelt, Director of Mass Timber at STO Building Group, and James Litwin, Vice President of Construction at Harbor Bay, as they dissect how this groundbreaking material is streamlining project delivery, enhancing design flexibility, and reducing environmental impact.
In the wake of the pandemic, we’ve seen a fundamental shift in how cities use space. Commercial tenants are prioritizing quality over quantity, leaving older office buildings underoccupied and underutilized. At the same time, an increase in healthcare investment and technological advancements have led to a surge life sciences growth across the nation. These two trends have set the stage for an unconventional solution: converting office buildings into lab space.
In the latest episode of the Ask the Expert series, STOBG’s Global Services Account Executive, Stephen Dennis, breaks down the biggest cost trends shaping commercial interiors in 2025—from finish levels and permitting pain points to post-pandemic design priorities. Join Stephen as he dives into practical insights on workplace densification, sound design, and how companies are planning for the next decade of office space.
The life sciences industry has undergone significant transformation in recent years, driven by technological advancements, regulatory changes, and the global response to the COVID-19 pandemic. These shifts have not only reshaped operations across the sector but have also laid the foundation for the future of healthcare and life sciences facilities.
More healthcare projects in North America are considering mass timber construction to reap the benefits, including improved patient experiences and healing outcomes.
Recognizing the benefits of the modern safety helmet over the traditional hard hat, STO Building Group is extending its 100% helmet requirement to include subcontractors.
As the demand for life sciences facilities grows, so does the need for innovative, sustainable, and efficient construction solutions. Enter mass timber: a versatile and eco-friendly building material poised to revolutionize the design and construction of life sciences spaces. From the environmental benefits to the aesthetic qualities, mass timber offers a fresh take on the future of life sciences facilities.