US mayors urge cities to transition to renewable energy sources

The new initiative encourages municipalities to make the pledge ahead of the U.S. Conference of Mayors in June.

By Mary Tyler March • May 3, 2017

MIT researchers develop a robotic arm for large-scale 3-D printing

The mobile Digital Construction Platform sprays a quick-setting polyurethane foam that can be used for formwork and other applications.

By Hallie Busta • May 3, 2017

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Top 5 stories from Construction Dive

Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.

By Construction Dive staff

OH developer proposes $1.5B rural mixed-use complex

Union Village in Warren County, OH, will feature 4,500 residential units, a central development with commercial and retail space, and a $15 million sports complex.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

Gilbane departs $1.5B One Wall Street condo tower, new general contractor takes over

Developer Harry Macklowe didn't offer a reason for switching control of the condominium project over to Manhattan-based JT Magen & Company.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

Raiders purchase 62-acre Las Vegas site for new $2B stadium

The NFL team is one step closer to construction of its 65,000-seat venue after closing on the $77.5 million site near the Mandalay Bay resort.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

JLL forecasts positive outlook for 2017 office market, slight rise in vacancy rates

The real estate firm said tenants are paying more for high-quality space, but a short-term trend of oversupply has led to higher vacancy rates.

By Kim Slowey • May 3, 2017

How amusement features in mixed-use projects are driving the 'experience economy'

Shoppers, tourists and adventurers are looking for more than a souvenir — they want a memory.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

Report: AECOM Tishman dominating NYC construction activity

The company built nearly 14 million square feet of ground-up construction between 2012 and 2017, almost twice that of its closest competitor, Turner.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

OH developers score $142M loan for Cleveland mixed-use project

The 58-acre development has already secured a number of retail tenants, including Whole Foods, REI and Williams Sonoma, as well as three commercial lessees.

By Kim Slowey • May 2, 2017

Construction spending falls back in March

The residential sector notched up for the month, while nonresidential and public construction posted losses.

By Mary Tyler March • May 1, 2017

Officials fail to reach deal for $250M Boston soccer stadium

Some local representatives refused to back the agreement because they said the area could not withstand the additional traffic around the venue.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

Developer proposes $250M mixed-use project in Allentown, PA as part of $1B investment plan

The Five City Center would feature the tallest building in Pennsylvania outside of Pittsburgh and Philadelphia.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

Breaking down construction safety by the numbers

We take a look back at the biggest statistics, reports, rule changes and other news around safety in the industry from the last year.

By Construction Dive Staff • May 1, 2017

TX Senate greenlights $100M for school construction projects

The measure allocates $50 million for traditional school districts and $50 million for charter schools, which cannot levy property taxes to pay for new facilities.

By Kim Slowey • May 1, 2017

A guide to construction site safety

We share 10 of our most popular stories on how companies can maintain workers' physical and emotional well-being. Plus, a quiz to check what you know.

By Hallie Busta • May 1, 2017

'We'll be left behind': How equity can keep architecture relevant

Experts implored the industry to step up its efforts to recruit underrepresented groups, improve the workplace and design with local communities in mind.

By Emily Peiffer • May 1, 2017

This week in construction

We're looking at job-site safety, housing design trends, amusement features in mixed-use projects, construction spending and employment reports, and more.

By Emily Peiffer , Hallie Busta • May 1, 2017

Lendlease exec: Why protecting workers on the job site is critical to bottom-line success

The theme of Safety Week 2017, "It's in our hands," emphasizes the role that each project team member plays in job-site safety.

By Emily Peiffer • May 1, 2017

Mortenson plans first building at $6B MN Mayo Clinic complex

The project is part of the company's Destination Medical Center, which it says is the largest public–private economic undertaking in state history.

By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017

Beckham-led group gets investor boost for $300M Miami MLS deal

The effort to bring a new soccer franchise and stadium to the city has been stalled for three years due to lack of financing and a viable plan.

By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017

Trump tax plan leaves infrastructure out

Some lawmakers were expecting President Donald Trump to earmark tax revenue from the repatriation of corporate earnings for infrastructure spending.

By Kim Slowey • April 28, 2017

4 architects explore the social impact of building design

At the American Institute of Architects Conference on Architecture 2017, design giants said architecture must anticipate and serve the needs of local communities.

By Emily Peiffer • April 28, 2017

Michelle Obama talks architecture in first appearance since leaving the White House

The former first lady offered advice for how the industry can attract a more diverse workforce and encourage work-life balance.

By Emily Peiffer • April 28, 2017

NYC council approves six of 21 safety bills, with more expected

The controversial requirement for workers to complete apprenticeships or have comparable work experience was not among the approved measures — yet.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017

Wynn Resorts OKs $1.5B lagoon-themed Las Vegas project

Paradise Park, which will include a 20-acre water feature with a white-sand beachfront, will be built on Wynn's existing Las Vegas Strip property.

By Kim Slowey • April 27, 2017