Construction
Building Resilience in North Texas: Architects and Engineers Tackle Severe Weather Challenges
As North Texas grapples with the increasing challenges posed by severe weather events, architects and engineers are actively seeking innovative approaches to design and construct more robust and sustainable infrastructure. Climate change has amplified the frequency and intensity of natural disasters, such as tornadoes, floods, and hailstorms, necessitating a proactive response in the field of…
33-Story Co-Living Skyscraper Construction Stalls in Houston’s Museum District
Construction of the 33-story co-living apartment complex known as X Houston in the Museum District has come to an abrupt halt, leaving the project partially finished and in a state of dormancy, with no clear indication of when work will recommence. X Houston was poised to become one of the city’s pioneering co-living initiatives, purpose-built…
AllianceTexas Developer Completes Acquisition of Downtown Fort Worth City Block
Hillwood, a Perot company, announces the acquisition of a full city block located in the heart of downtown Fort Worth. The purchase reinforces Hillwood’s longtime commitment to Fort Worth and marks its first investment downtown. The property is bounded by 6th and 7th Streets to the north and south and Calhoun and Jones Streets to the east…
Exploring the $1B Brodie Oaks Redevelopment Project
After years of discussion, the Austin City Council has finally given the green light to a $1 billion redevelopment of the Brodie Oaks Shopping Center. The transformation of the decades-old strip mall will see the creation of a vibrant space consisting of retail, housing, and a park. Council Member Leslie Pool praised the project, saying…
Lewisville, Texas: The Next Hotspot with Three Exciting New Developments
Lewisville is set to welcome three new developments, as approved by the City Council. Alliance Industrial will be constructing an approximately 80,000-square-foot warehouse at the southeast corner of State Highway 121 and Vista Ridge Mall Drive, with most of the development located on the Lewisville side. Palladium USA will own a four-story 90-unit multifamily residential…
Factors Behind Texas’ Decline in Construction Employment and D.C.’s Rise
Construction employment increased in 45 states and the District of Columbia in August from a year earlier, while 32 states and D.C. added construction employees from July to August, according to an analysis of federal employment data released by the Associated General Contractors of America today. Association officials noted that most contractors report having a…
Revolutionizing Commuting: The Metro Red Line’s New Transit Center and Parking Garage
A solution to the ongoing problem of illegal parking at the top of Metro’s Red Line light rail is finally in sight. Construction on a new parking garage and transit center is expected to begin early next year, with transit officials adopting a new approach to selecting a builder in order to speed up the…
How Municipal Utility Districts Benefit Developers and Residents
Municipal utility districts (MUDs) have been used by cities and counties throughout Texas for decades. These special districts assist towns and developers in funding utility projects and developing residential areas, but understanding the complexities of a MUD is critical to reaping the most benefits from it. MUDs contribute to planned developments and affordable housing in…
Celebrating a Milestone in The Mill Development
The Heights, a popular adaptive reuse project, has reached a significant construction milestone. A development consisting of 341 apartments and ground-level retail stores is underway in the East End, near downtown. Triten Real Estate Partners, based in Houston, and Arch-Con, a Houston general contractor, have successfully completed the construction of The Mill Phase I, a…
Building Inclusion: How to Accommodate Workers with Disabilities in the Construction Industry
Hiring construction workers with disabilities is an important step towards promoting diversity and inclusion in the workplace. It not only benefits individuals with disabilities but also contributes to a more inclusive and productive workforce. Here are some steps and considerations for hiring construction workers with disabilities: Hiring construction workers with disabilities not only contributes to…
Effective Time Management: What Every Contractor Needs To Know When Pulling Building Permits
By Helen Callier, Contributing Writer We have all heard the phrase, “Time is money,” at some point and may have experienced delays that punched holes in a project’s budget. In the construction industry, time is crucial – especially when pulling building permits. Getting a permit can be cumbersome and time-consuming, so it’s crucial for contractors…
4 ways construction technology platforms improve team collaboration
When it comes to general contractors and payment applications, “technology” and “collaboration” may not be the first words that come to mind. As the construction industry continues to innovate, we’ve found that technology solutions are doing more than just make certain processes easier. Below we highlight four ways we’ve seen innovative technology platforms influence team…
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