Public construction spending inched incrementally higher in April while private nonresidential spending fell yet again.
Five Common Pitfalls in Commercial Fit-Outs—and How to Avoid Them
The following five pitfalls routinely disrupt commercial fit-outs. But there are practical planning strategies that prevent them.
Why 2026 Is a Year for Operational Discipline in Construction
The construction outlook for 2026 is neither bleak nor booming. Instead, it rewards discipline.
How Employee Ownership Empowers Construction Workers and Local Communities
The cultural shift that comes with employee ownership may be the most underrated competitive advantage in the industry.
Construction Materials Prices Soar in April, Up 6.2% Since January
Overall construction input prices are 7.0% higher than one year ago, while nonresidential construction input prices are 7.4% higher.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Down Again in March
March witnessed a decline in various construction-related aspects, including nonresidential spending.
The Newest Member of Your Facilities Team? Your Building.
Your building is talking to you. Artificial intelligence can help you listen.
Construction Futures: April 2026 Economic Roundup
A healthier job market, stagnant spending and a reopened strait send mixed messages about April's construction economy.









