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ConstructConnect: March nonresidential starts surge 18%
The strong showing last month soared past the average February-to-March bump.
By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2017 -
MA Port Authority selects Omni to build $550M hotel in Boston
The hotel, which will be the fourth-largest in the city, will feature two 21-story towers totaling 800,000 square feet and approximately 1,054 rooms.
By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2017 -
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Construction Dive editors curate some of the industry’s top stories from this year.
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Construction kicks off on $430M Nashville, TN mixed-use project
When complete, the Fifth + Broadway development will be the largest mixed-use complex in the city.
By Kim Slowey • April 20, 2017 -
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Report: BIM market to reach $7.6B by 2022
Improved project efficiency and communication as well as government mandates are the primary drivers of growth in the market.
By Mary Tyler March • April 19, 2017 -
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Tuning in: 6 construction tech documentaries to stream now
These programs show the past, present and future of construction worldwide, from intensive megaprojects to retrospectives on industry visionaries.
By Hallie Busta • April 19, 2017 -
Construction tech, offsite startup Katerra raises $130M
The company's $1 billion valuation highlights growing investor interest in platforms that aim to transform the building industry.
By Emily Peiffer • April 19, 2017 -
Renewable energy capacity hit record high in 2016
Investments in large-scale storage solutions are critical to mainstream adoption of alternative energy sources like wind and solar, according to a new report.
By Mary Tyler March • April 19, 2017 -
Architecture billings continue rebound in March
The index started out the year in negative territory but quickly rallied on the strength of an active spring season.
By Hallie Busta • April 19, 2017 -
Tampa, FL airport officials unveil details for $543M phase of $2.3B master plan
The massive, three-phase project is the airport's first major renovation since it was built in 1971.
By Kim Slowey • April 19, 2017 -
$200M Hudson Yards Vessel centerpiece kicks off construction
The 150-foot-tall structure, designed by Thomas Heatherwick, will include 154 flights of stairs, 2,500 steps and 80 landings.
By Kim Slowey • April 19, 2017 -
Roof issues delay opening of $1.5B Mercedes-Benz Stadium — again
The retractable roof design has been a persistent problem during construction of the Atlanta Falcons' new venue, which is now scheduled for completion on August 26.
By Kim Slowey • April 19, 2017 -
Report: More subs looking to distributors for siding products
For companies serving this market, most sales today come from small contractors targeting local and regional markets.
By Mary Tyler March • April 19, 2017 -
Construction kicks off on $450M Fort Worth, TX arena
The HKS-designed, 14,000-seat venue will be completed under a public–private partnership and host the Fort Worth Stock Show Rodeo, in addition to other events.
By Kim Slowey • April 18, 2017 -
NJ officials approve plan for $1B Virtua hospital
The healthcare company must still meet several conditions, including an environmental review, before it can move forward with construction.
By Kim Slowey • April 18, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The construction lending challenge: Why winning projects have to 'check all the boxes'
As banks tighten their purse strings, developers must prove their projects can succeed — or find an alternative lending route.
By Kim Slowey • April 18, 2017 -
AECOM announces new federal construction division
Vern Kuehn, a former Kiewit executive, will lead the engineering and construction giant's new business unit.
By Kim Slowey • April 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
This week in construction
We're talking about the state of construction lending, green communities, job-site safety, housing market reports, architectural billings and more.
By Hallie Busta • April 17, 2017 -
Related Group cancels Miami luxury condo project
The developer's decision to axe the Auberge Residences is another sign that the area's luxury condo market could be slowing down.
By Kim Slowey • April 17, 2017 -
Skanska to begin construction on $151M Houston mixed-use tower
Bank of America will anchor the 35-story, Gensler-designed project, which is the first building in Houston to earn LEED v4 Platinum pre-certification.
By Kim Slowey • April 17, 2017 -
Deep Dive
The 50 States of Construction: How competition, steady demand are defining the TX market
Linbeck President and CEO David Stueckler explores the state's economic resilience, regulations that could alter the industry and public sector optimism.
By Emily Peiffer • April 17, 2017 -
Developer proposes $500M twin condo tower project in Denver
Real estate experts hope the Renzo Renzi undertaking will encourage more condo development in Denver, which has been stifled by a state construction defects law.
By Kim Slowey • April 13, 2017 -
Rezoning proposal in NYC neighborhood could threaten planned skyscraper
The East River 50s Alliance filed a proposal with the Department of City Planning to ban commercial development and institute a height cap on new construction.
By Kim Slowey • April 13, 2017 -
Value of NYC existing-building work climbs to $9.3B in 2016
Permit data indicates that commercial projects represented the largest share of alterations and renovations in the city last year.
By Kim Slowey • April 13, 2017 -
Deep Dive
How colleges, companies can work together to develop future construction leaders
A combination of classroom experience and practical input from professionals can prepare students for a successful career and offer firms access to top talent.
By Kim Slowey • April 13, 2017 -
Why industrial construction is so 'hot' right now
The booming e-commerce market, an uptick in the number of states with legalized marijuana and an increase in global trade has led to a surge in the sector.
By Kim Slowey • April 13, 2017
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