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When opening a new retail store or remodeling an existing shop, you need a retail store design that attracts customers, maximizes selling space, and increases sales. Everything from the lights in your space to the colors on the wall to the way the merchandise is laid out will influence consumer’s buying decisions. To help put... Read more

Renovating a hotel can be a complicated process, especially when you will continue to have guests checking in and out during the renovation. Not only do you need to plan the project, establish budgets, and manage resources, but you also must manage the guest experience. The following five tips will help hoteliers plan a more... Read more

It’s a new year, a new decade – the perfect time to update your business for the 21st century. The further we get from the early 2000s, the more outdated your business will look. Whether you have a restaurant, retail store, office, or any other type of business, a renovation will make your space more... Read more

When you are planning a new commercial building or a renovation, it is crucial to ask plenty of questions. Since the commercial contractor will be responsible for the entire project, you not only want to know about their experience but what to expect during the process. To help you get started, here are the top... Read more

Do you ever wonder what makes one restaurant more successful than another? Of course, it needs to have excellent and consistent dishes. However, there is more to designing a restaurant than creating a fantastic menu. In addition to outstanding menu items, a successful restaurant is carefully designed with attention to the most minute details. The... Read more

There are several phases to a successful construction project, but the design phase is arguably the most important step in the process. It is where the stakeholders, architect, and general contractor meet to review the architectural drawings, construction documents, and budget before construction work begins. The design phase actually consists of four sub-phases, which include schematic... Read more

When planning a commercial construction project, the estimated price is not always the cost of the project. There are many factors, including spec and design changes, material substitutions, and other unforeseen circumstances that can lead to cost overruns. Here are five ways you can minimize costly surprises when managing your construction project: Incomplete Specs Sometimes... Read more

Planning a design-build commercial construction project is much simpler than other delivery methods like cost-plus or hard-bid. It’s a turn-key delivery solution with the general contractor responsible for completing all phases of the project from design to build with input from the business owner. Since the business owner or project developer doesn’t have to hire... Read more

Embarking on a commercial construction project can seem daunting, especially if this is your first project. There are many choices and decisions that will need to be made that will not only affect construction costs but delivery schedules as well. In an industry where the sky’s the limit literally, the need to control costs cannot... Read more

When planning a commercial construction project, business owners have a lot of choices, including choosing a location, whether to build new or renovate and which materials to use, to name a few. The following guide will help you decide which construction solution is best for your building. New Building or Renovate One of the first... Read more