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Millions of American workers spend most of their time sitting at their desk leading a sedentary lifestyle. Health experts agree that sedentary workers are at an increased risk for a variety of health problems including obesity, diabetes and heart disease, to name a few. In fact, it is the rise in desk-related positions that is... Read more

Construction is a massive project, regardless of whether you’re building a convenience store or a shopping mall. It involves a wide range of processes and overseeing dozens of contractors while trying to stick to your budget and deadlines. To make everything more manageable, the design-build construction delivery method has become increasingly popular as it cuts... Read more

Whether you are renovating an existing facility or constructing a new building, planning a commercial construction project can be a daunting challenge. After all, it’s your company’s reputation that will be affected by the outcome of the project. So, it’s important to ensure you make the right decisions. And one big decision faced by business... Read more

In the past, when building owners planned commercial buildings and other types of facilities the focus was often on making sure the building had plenty of light from a safety and cost-effective standpoint. As a result, much of the building was flooded with artificial lighting. Natural light was reserved for the few who were fortunate... Read more

The construction industry is always looking for innovative methods that will enable them to build faster, safer and more sustainable buildings. And in addition to advancements in building technology, these six new materials will have a positive impact on future commercial construction projects. Self-Healing Concrete Concrete is known for its strength and durability. But as... Read more

Many companies understand the role of a general contractor, but did you know that they can be an invaluable resource in the beginning of the commercial construction process? General contractors are deeply involved in all facets of the construction process. Unfortunately, many project owners don’t develop a relationship with contractors early enough in the process.... Read more

Growth stages are good for any business.  They signal a time when new equipment can be purchased and new employees hired.  Facility relocations and the building of new facilities happen during growth stages.  Another common project that happens during times of positive cash flow is complete or partial renovation of existing spaces. If a renovation will solve current challenges, it’s usually a smarter move than... Read more

A full or partial office renovation can solve a lot of challenges and open up new vistas of opportunity.  There are as many reasons to reconfigure your office area as there are companies considering an office renovation.  Whatever your objectives, there are a few things you should consider prior to moving forward. 1. Get input Before launching a renovation project, make sure the key decision-makers... Read more

There are several exciting emerging trends that are reshaping the construction industry on and off the jobsite. As you may expect, technology is leading the charge. But there are others too that will not only change the way commercial structures are built, but what types of materials are being used as well. From reducing labor shortages to improving safety, and lowering construction... Read more

The restaurant and food service industries are undergoing a renaissance of sorts to meet the changing tastes of today’s diner. You can say it’s out with the old and in with the new. And to avoid being a relic of the past, restaurants from fast-casual to fine dining are renovating, and in some cases reinventing themselves, to attract the next generation of restaurant consumers. Diners... Read more