(pronounced bid OH-peh-ning) In the construction project bidding process, the bid opening is just that – where the owner, developer or agent acting on behalf of the owner or developer actually opens and reviews the bids prepared by the

(pronounced BI-oh-dih-GRAY-deh-behl) We put this word in the DESIGN SPEAK section instead of the SAY WHAT? section because it is increasingly becoming a consideration when specifying products and materials in the design industry. If something is biodegradable, then it

(pronounced bi-oh-MI-mik-ree) Thanks to that required biology course in high school, we all know that “bio” refers to living things. And thanks to

(pronounced like the initials: bee-eye-pee-vee) The abbreviation for building integrated photovoltaics, which is one of the fastest growing areas of the solar power industry. Since photovoltaics is the method of using solar radiation (sunlight) to generate direct current electricity,

(pronounced BIHS-keht joynt) In the US, a biscuit is a delicious, round flour-based concoction best served with gravy or butter and jelly. In UK, a biscuit is a delicious, round flour-based concoction best accompanied by tea or milk. In