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Miami-Dade approves $9M David Beckham stadium land deal
The development team must still secure approval for the entire soccer stadium plan, with the goal of completing the project in 2020.
By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017 -
Chinese tire company Wanli to build $1B plant in SC
The project in Orangeburg County will be built in two phases over eight years and, when complete, will employ 1,200 people.
By Kim Slowey • June 7, 2017 -
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Careful collaboration before shovels hit dirt is key to a successful project, experts say.
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Orlando, FL approves $90M student housing project
The mixed-use development joins the University of Central Florida and Valencia College's shared downtown campus, which will anchor the city’s planned $1 billion Creative Village.
By Mary Tyler March • June 7, 2017 -
Developers break ground on $150M Los Angeles mixed-use project
The Vineyards will feature an open-air shopping center, a 120-room hotel, a 266-unit apartment complex and a medical office building.
By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2017 -
Denver airport, Ferrovial near deal for $1B P3 contract
If Denver officials approve the contract for the terminal revamp, it will be the biggest public-private partnership in the city's history.
By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2017 -
Portland, OR mass timber tower secures construction permits
The 12-story Framework project, which won the 2015 U.S. Tall Wood Building Competition, will be the country's first wood high-rise when complete in late 2018.
By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2017 -
Seattle Partners withdraws $521M bid for KeyArena redevelopment
The company, which was one of only two bidders for the project, criticized the way that the city has handled the bidding process.
By Kim Slowey • June 6, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The 50 States of Construction: How VA thrives on stability amid a supply–demand imbalance
John Lawson, president and CEO of W.M. Jordan Company, explains why the state's biggest construction drivers are "always going to be there."
By Emily Peiffer • June 5, 2017 -
HVAC manufacturer Daikin completes $417M Houston-area campus
The 4.2-million-square-foot plant will eventually employ up to 4,000 people and is expected to draw additional industrial investment to the area.
By Kim Slowey • June 5, 2017 -
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Hudson River tunnel project officials explore private sector options
The Amtrak initiative could be completed as a public-private partnership, and project officials say private companies have already expressed interest.
By Kim Slowey • June 5, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
We're digging into prison construction, office and lighting design trends, the state of multigenerational housing and what economic indicators matter most.
By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • June 5, 2017 -
Atlanta Falcons' $1.5B Mercedes-Benz Stadium set for August opening
Construction crews recently closed the retractable roof for the first time and are making sure the eight petal-like pieces are aligned correctly.
By Kim Slowey • June 5, 2017 -
Developer plans 1,001-foot skinny skyscraper for NYC
The Manhattan tower will feature column-free floor plans, made possible by running the mechanical systems up one side of the building, rather than using a core design.
By Kim Slowey • June 5, 2017 -
Construction employment gains momentum in May
The residential sector led the month's growth with 7,100 new positions reported.
By Mary Tyler March • June 2, 2017 -
Opinion
3 reasons the commercial buildings market is ready for AI
One expert explores the shifts in the market that are positioning artificial intelligence to transform building management.
By Casey Talon • June 2, 2017 -
Boston developer proposes $144M mixed-use tower
The 25-story building, featuring commercial and residential space, would be the latest addition to the growing trend of transit-oriented developments.
By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2017 -
AIA condemns Trump's decision to withdraw US from Paris climate accord
The group reaffirmed its commitment to climate change mitigation and highlighted the importance of energy conservation and renewable resources in the built space.
By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2017 -
Faraday Future seeking $1B to help jump-start NV factory construction
The electric car manufacturer halted work on the North Las Vegas project in November amid reported financial issues.
By Kim Slowey • June 2, 2017 -
Construction spending dips in April after 2017's strong start
On the positive side, April's spending figure is 6.7% ahead of last year, and spending in the first four months of 2017 is up 5.8% year-over-year.
By Mary Tyler March • June 1, 2017 -
AECOM Tishman tapped to build $1B UK residential tower
When complete, the 67-story Spire London high-rise will be the tallest residential building in Western Europe.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Miami-Dade commissioner backs $300M David Beckham soccer stadium deal
The city must still approve the deal and design for the 25,000-seat Miami Beckham United venue.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Los Angeles developer snags $239M loan for luxury high-rise
The U.K.-based Children's Investment Fund provided the loan for the project, which developers say will fill a gap in the area's stock of available ultra-luxury condos.
By Kim Slowey • June 1, 2017 -
Smart buildings market prepares to take off
Factors including the cost of smart building systems and the process of keeping them secure could challenge growth in the sector.
By Hallie Busta • May 31, 2017 -
Tampa, FL airport preps for second phase of $2.3B revamp
The $543 million phase of the master plan will include the 17-acre "Gateway," a commercial project featuring two hotels, an office building and retail space.
By Kim Slowey • May 31, 2017 -
Construction on $150M Minnesota United stadium could kick off this summer
The St. Paul, MN, stadium recently secured the property and sales tax breaks necessary to help fund construction.
By Mary Tyler March • May 31, 2017
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