Commercial Building: Page 194
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Dodge Data: February construction starts rise 2% on strong public works sector
Last month's uptick— to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $706.4 billion — signals that overall construction starts in 2017 are trending up.
By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017 -
$1B mixed-use project underway in Dallas
The wave of large-scale Texas projects continues, as this 374-acre complex will feature apartments, single-family homes, retail and commercial space.
By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017 -
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Careful collaboration before shovels hit dirt is key to a successful project, experts say.
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Construction companies, architects optimistic about healthcare market
Spending on smaller, outpatient clinics is likely to continue despite the uncertainty surrounding the Affordable Care Act.
By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017 -
Reagan National Airport preps for $1B capital improvement plan
AIR Alliance, including AECOM and PGAL, designed the renovations to the DC-area facility, which should be complete between 2020 and 2021.
By Kim Slowey • March 22, 2017 -
Architecture billings climb back to positive territory in February
Despite a slow start to the year, the latest report shows that growth in construction activity could be on the horizon.
By Mary Tyler March • March 22, 2017 -
Chicago posts world's second-highest office rent growth in 2016
The return of new office space to the city's downtown and a surge in corporate relocations has led to a 16-year low in vacancy rates there.
By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017 -
Oversight required to train younger workers could lead to longer projects
As older employees age out of the field, finding the resources to train their replacements can be a strain on companies.
By Mary Tyler March • March 21, 2017 -
Chicago city planners green light 51-story office tower
The 800-foot building will be the tallest office high-rise built in Chicago since 1990 and it will replace a six-story building currently on the downtown site.
By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The price 'U-turn': What rising material costs mean for construction
Stalled trade agreements and the new presidential administration are two of the biggest factors in the recent turnaround in material costs.
By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017 -
Architecture, engineering firm Stantec to establish HI office
The company aims to increase its client base in Hawaii after having worked on various projects there over the last 15 years.
By Kim Slowey • March 21, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
We'll take a look at the impact of rising material prices, the surge in convention center construction across the U.S. and the latest home sales reports.
By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • March 20, 2017 -
Developer proposes $200M mixed-use stadium complex for Lexington, KY
The minor-league baseball stadium plan is just one of five options for a parking lot redevelopment.
By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017 -
Mortenson ramps up activity in Phoenix with hotel, proposed residential high-rise
The uptick in multifamily development has been a lightning rod for critics who argue that it is forcing out the city's arts community.
By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017 -
Cincinnati Children's Hospital unveils $650M expansion plan
The project, which marks the hospital's most expensive undertaking ever, includes a new 650,000-square-foot patient tower and the renovation of existing space.
By Kim Slowey • March 20, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The 50 States of Construction: Why the NE market aims to attract, retain talent
Kiewit Senior Vice President John Sibley discusses Nebraska's work ethic and sectors with the most growth potential.
By Emily Peiffer • March 20, 2017 -
Los Angeles skyscraper set to rise after 10-year hiatus
The two phases of the Park Fifth high-density development will add a combined 660 residential units to a one-block area.
By Kim Slowey • March 17, 2017 -
PCL Construction terminated from Orlando, FL airport expansion
While the company said it was aiming for greater cost savings, officials claimed PCL was trying to transfer risk to the airport.
By Kim Slowey • March 17, 2017 -
San Antonio to add 1M square feet of office space with 3 new projects
City officials hope the buildings — including the 386-foot-tall Frost Tower — will jumpstart development downtown.
By Kim Slowey • March 17, 2017 -
NYC's first WELL Building certification awarded to Structure Tone headquarters
With input from architect Gensler, the company was able to address all of WELL's core performance categories.
By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017 -
OSHA rolls out 'Safe and Sound' campaign to encourage employer action
As part of the program, the agency is asking employers to review their safety practices and procedures.
By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017 -
SOM architecture team unveils details for proposed 60-story Chicago high-rise
Despite estimates that the project will create 1,000 construction jobs and generate significant tax revenue, some groups have pushed back due to traffic concerns.
By Kim Slowey • March 16, 2017 -
Nonresidential construction backlog ends 2016 on a down note
The weak public sector was the primary driver of a 4% decline in the fourth quarter, according to the Associated Builders and Contractors.
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017 -
Regulators wary of surge in construction, development loans
The issuance of C&D loans grew 14% last year, once again outpacing all other categories.
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017 -
Developer plans to convert former Atlantic City, NJ casino into water park, resort
The Atlantic Club would mark the third shuttered casino property in the city to recently undergo a major renovation.
By Kim Slowey • March 15, 2017 -
Construction material prices continue to climb in February
While material costs posted moderate increases, experts say the economy is beginning to steady — likely bringing price stability with it.
By Mary Tyler March • March 14, 2017
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