Building Construction

Give us your ideas on improving the way we build, renovate and maintain our buildings (both residential and commercial).
Omaha's buildings are a diverse mix of large and small, old and new, unique and cookie-cutter. We realize the impact our built environment has on our economy and culture, and we want to become a national leader in innovative building construction, renovation and building maintenance. In order to do that, we need to maximize the use and appearance of our existing buildings, promote the creation of inspiring new places, and provide the tools and resources necessary to make it all possible.
What can Omaha do to become a national leader in the appearance and function of our built environment? What have you done (or know can be done) to improve the construction, renovation or maintenance of your home that could be implemented elsewhere? If you're a builder or developer, what have you done to improve the construction, renovation or maintenance of Omaha's built environment that could be implemented elsewhere?