History is full of strong, intricate, amazing structures that have withstood the test of time. Here are a few that were built hundreds of years ago
Pyramids at Giza
One of the seven wonders of the world, their bases spread over 13 acres, and the tallest pyramid is more than 500 feet high. Just think, the Egyptians built these pyramids more than 4,500 years ago without the help of forklifts and backhoes, and even trucks!
The Great Wall of China
This impressive structure is 5,500 miles long. Talk about a long duration project: It took 1,200 years to build it, beginning in the 6th century BC.
Brunelleschi’s Dome
This self-supporting dome on the Duomo in Florence, Italy, is considered one of the most amazing architectural and building feats of all time. It weighs more than 37,000 tons and uses more than 4 million bricks, and was designed by one of the foremost architect/engineers of the Italian Renaissance, a man with no formal training.
Stonehenge
The culture that built Stonehenge left no written records, and many myths surround its purpose and how it was constructed. Some say that it took supernatural methods to erect the stones, though others say the Neolithic Age had the technology to do so. While that debate will no doubt go on, one thing is certain: Stonehenge is an amazing structure.
Fast Facts about Builders
Augmented reality is affecting construction—in winning more projects, improving safety and facilitating team interaction.
Women are increasingly joining the construction workforce, in skilled trades all the way to the executive suite.
From AI and advanced intelligent materials to drones and robotics, the construction industry is building better and more sustainably.
Skilled trades let you follow your passion in a specialized way.
Infrastructure builds big to move people and products.
There are many paths to construction and many ways to get there.
Construction is going green every which way, every day.
You can use your skills, make good money, and do something meaningful.
