Dallas prepares for tallest residential tower in 7 years

The 40-story project will join a host of residential high-rises under construction in the city as the Texas residential market takes off.

By Mary Tyler March • March 27, 2017

18 drone companies taking off in construction

These firms are providing the hardware and software shaping the job site.

By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017

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Learning to fly: A primer on drones in construction

From getting licensed to crunching aerial imagery data, here’s everything you need to know about UAVs in the AEC industry.

By Chris Wood • March 27, 2017

The 50 States of Construction: How MA firms balance history with project complexities

Consigli's Todd McCabe shares the challenge of historical renovations, the trend of accelerated schedules and his forecast for what's next.

By Emily Peiffer • March 27, 2017

CA developer snags $145M loan for Menlo Park, CA office complex

The Bohannon Cos. said a scarcity of office space in the city would benefit the 16-acre project.

By Kim Slowey • March 24, 2017

William Lyon Homes takes on active-adult housing with Ovation

The communities will include walking trails, yoga studios, fitness centers and other amenities to help residents stay socially connected.

By Katy Tomasulo • March 24, 2017

Chicago to co-locate library and affordable housing projects

The three dual-purpose structures, which are slated for completion by winter 2018, can help integrate affordable housing developments with their communities.

By Mary Tyler March • March 23, 2017

Caterpillar plows deeper into 3-D printing market with new partnership

The three-year deal with FIT AG will explore the boundaries of additive manufacturing in the heavy equipment space.

By Chris Wood • 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

Developers plan $100M downtown student housing complex in Charleston, SC

A wave of student-oriented rental projects are popping up across the nation's college communities.

By Mary Tyler March • March 22, 2017

Construction executive pay expected to rise 4% in 2017

Members of the C-suite aren't the only people seeing wage gains in construction, as employers are boosting pay to draw and retain skilled workers.

By Kim Slowey • 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

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

Scion-led JV joins student co-housing trend in Chicago

The 580-bed project offers rents slightly below market rate, a community-based design and high-end amenities to draw students and young professionals.

By Katy Tomasulo • March 21, 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

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

Seattle building boom continues with 41-story Nexus high-rise

The condominium tower will feature smart-home technology and luxury amenities such as co-working space and a rooftop terrace.

By Mary Tyler March • 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

John Deere, Kespry announce drone alliance

Heavy equipment manufacturers and drone startups are partnering to create clear paths to the market.

By Chris Wood • March 15, 2017

CoreLogic: Residential foreclosures ease in 2016

Foreclosure rates are returning to pre-recession levels after peaking at 1.4 million homes, or 3.3% of the market, in September 2010.

By Sean Barry • March 15, 2017