The Rafn Blog
Utilizing Technology in the Punch List Process
To make sure all final touches on any construction project are perfect a punch list process is essential.
LuLu's Tusk Now on Display at the Burke
After an 8.5-foot long Columbian mammoth tusk was discovered at the bottom of the excavation for our AMLI South Lake Union 2 building, it has has been on quite an adventure.
Spotlight : Mercy Housing - 10th Annual Power of Home Breakfast
It was a pleasure getting to join our table for the 10th Annual Mercy Power of Home breakfast.
Spotlight : CREW Luncheon - Women of Influence
This was my first opportunity to attend CREW’s annual Women of Influence event and I will certainly plan to keep it on my calendar.
The Lean Methodology of Project Scheduling
Lean scheduling is a way to combat delays and “firefighting” with careful, collaborative planning that ultimately increases efficiency and reduces waste. Delays and “firefighting” may seem like a typical part of the construction process – but it doesn’t have to be that way.
Spotlight : Denise Louie Education Center
Rafn is excited to be able to support the Denise Louie Education Center (DLEC) and their mission to provide multicultural early learning and family support services to Seattle’s low-income, immigrant and refugee communities.
The Ins and Outs of Insulation
Which type of insulation is best for a given project?
Kaiten-zushi Construction Procurement
Kaiten-zushi is a sushi restaurant where plates of sushi are placed on a rotating conveyor belt that winds through the restaurant and moves past every table. The final bill is based on the number and type of plates of consumed sushi.
8 Steps to an Effective Team Meeting
Construction teams bring together a broad group of people to accomplish a set task: to construct a building.