JLL calls South the 'new frontier' for US construction, industrial sector the 'shining star'

The firm said growth in 2016 construction starts will slow compared to last year but will still outpace the overall economy.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 29, 2016

'Who can be the catalyst?' Forum explores roots of construction labor shortage, and 4 solutions

One expert during HomeAdvisor's Insights Forum said a pivotal obstacle hindering the return of the missing workers is the fact that society has "denigrated the nobility of the trades."

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 29, 2016

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Tutor Perini wins $285M CA casino expansion contract

The resort expansion project includes adding a hotel wing and a two-story spa and salon.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 26, 2016

CoastalTishman named general contractor for Miami Worldcenter project

Miami Worldcenter developers ditched their original enclosed mall design for the current open-air high street retail concept.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 25, 2016

Construction of $1.7B MA Wynn casino on hold amid environmental permit appeal

Labor representatives have asked Somerville Mayor Joseph Curtatone to drop his appeal, as the 3-million-square-foot resort complex is expected to generate 4,000 union construction jobs over the next two years.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 25, 2016

NYC finds loss of women, minorities from construction workforce 'concerning'

A New York Building Congress analysis found that Asian and black representation in the city's building industry fell 1% in 2014, while the percentage of women dipped 2%.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 25, 2016

Elaborate roof 'challenge' for $1.4B Falcons stadium pushes back opening date

Officials said that while the three-month delay has not changed their plans to have the stadium ready for the 2017-2018 NFL season, MLS' Atlanta United will have to play elsewhere for the first several matches of its inaugural season.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 25, 2016

A new hope? CA Bay Area wants another shot at Lucas museum

The museum's Chicago plans are still hung up by a local nonprofit's lawsuit seeking to block construction.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2016

Golden State Warriors arena opponents file appeal against office tower approval

The Mission Bay Alliance is advancing on multiple legal fronts in its attempt to stop construction of the proposed arena, which it said is a case of "very bad planning" due to its proximity to an emergency room.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2016

NYC pivots to BIG design for Bronx police station after scrapping original plans

Officials said the initial design, which was halted during the financial crisis in 2008, did not meet new standards for sustainability or improve the environment for interaction between the community and police. 

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 24, 2016

HomeAdvisor: Labor shortage exacerbated by 'generational imbalance' in construction industry

The survey found that 61% of respondents believe a lack of exposure to the skilled labor field is preventing younger generations from entering the trades.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2016

China bans 'weird' architecture for public buildings

In response to criticism of the move, officials said the change in design standards apply only to public buildings and that designers of commercial and private projects are free to explore innovation.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 23, 2016

Dodge Data: Jan. starts up 2% as construction is 'gradually regaining upward momentum'

A 5% bump in residential building offset declines in both the nonresidential and nonbuilding sectors.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2016

Mortenson, Vikings stadium authority reach tentative deal in change order dispute

The Minnesota Sports Facilities Authority estimates that up to $12 million in additional costs could arise before the stadium is finished, bringing the total in disputed extras to nearly $30 million.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 22, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for home sales reports, as well as feature articles exploring virtual reality in the construction industry and Fair Housing Act compliance considerations for developers.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 22, 2016

Developers submit plans for 'futuristic' supertall Brooklyn skyscraper

The tower, which would be the tallest building in Brooklyn by far, has already seen pushback from critics of the demolition of the historical landmark next door, as well as opponents of the increasingly tall skyscraper trend.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 19, 2016

Developers propose Brooklyn's largest office building to boost its booming market

The downtown Brooklyn tower deal depends on Greenland Forest City being able to secure the development rights for a 1.1 million square foot site across the street from the Barclays Center.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Seattle developers trim height of planned skyscraper

Last month, the FAA warned developers the tower was too tall, but engineers and company representatives said those kind of warnings were business as usual.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Construction industry tackles suicide prevention with new initiative

Experts said the "tough guy" atmosphere in the industry often prevents workers from seeking help for depression and other mental health issues.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 18, 2016

Architectural billings slip as 'rocky' economic conditions impact design sector

Multifamily residential came out on top in the AIA index, with a score of 51.9, followed by commercial/industrial at 50.5, institutional at 49.9, and mixed-practice at 49.0.

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 17, 2016

La Guardia terminal overhaul costs climb to estimated $4.2B

According to La Guardia Gateway Partners, the project will be "one of the most ambitious P3s ever undertaken in the New York/New Jersey region."

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 17, 2016

Fluor JV claims Caltrans owes $50M in extra costs for Bay Bridge

The bridge has been the subject of controversy after a partial anchor rod failure and a projected $140 million in cost overruns.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

CMD: Jan. construction starts beat expectations, jump 9.8%

The research group said December-to-January starts typically decrease by 8.5%, so last month's bump represents a significant departure from the norm.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

Learning from tragedy: NYC crane collapse triggers heightened scrutiny of construction safety concerns

Despite efforts to heighten safety measures, "people still have to live their lives, and that’s the delicate balance a city is always dealing with," a legal expert told Construction Dive.

By Kim Slowey • Feb. 16, 2016

This week in construction

Check back this week for housing market reports, architectural billings, and a feature article exploring reports of new homebuying preferences that "will change some suburbs as we know them."

By Emily Peiffer • Feb. 15, 2016