Couple population growth with a long list of deteriorating and outdated schools nationwide that were built at the beginning of the baby boomer generation, and it’s an ideal recipe for a hearty increase in construction.
Tomorrow’s College Labs Require Adaptability and Cross-Functionality
The college labs and research facilities of today aren’t what they used to be, as increasingly malleable designs adapt to the future needs of a broader spectrum of end users.
Upticks Ahead for School, Office, Recreation and Manufacturing Sectors
Construction firms should anticipate a sense of deceleration in 2018, but the industry still has room to grow this year as some sectors show continued expansion in terms of starts and spending, says Robert Murray, chief economist for Dodge Data & Analytics.
High-tech Solutions for the Education Sector’s Deferred Maintenance Problem
By leveraging data and analytics to identify future needs and fuel thoughtful capital planning, higher education institutions can tackle a series of manageable projects that keep campuses up to date and optimize the learning experience.
Smart Buildings Market Prepares to Take Off
The global smart buildings market is continuing to grow, with a new report from Zion Market Research projecting its value to increase from $7 billion in 2014 to $36 billion in 2020, growing at a compound annual rate of 30 percent.
The Hospitality Market Heats Up
Considering the current geopolitical state, economic forecasters are cautiously observing what the 2017 travel season will mean for the hospitality industry.
Back in Session
After years of stagnation, construction of K-12 schools is finally ramping back up in many districts across the country. But the work isn’t easy. With high demand for new and renovated classroom space by school districts to replace old, outdated facilities, contractors must be experts at completing projects under tight timelines.
Bringing Health Care to Retail Centers
With hospital stays becoming more expensive, the federal government reducing the services it will reimburse, hospitals nationwide consolidating and fewer people traveling long distances for care, the physical spaces needed to deliver health care are changing...











