Journals

  • Rios Clementi Hale Studios Selected to Redesign Houston’s Jones Plaza

    Houston First Corporation has selected Rios Clementi Hale (RCH) Studios to redesign downtown Houston’s Jones Plaza, unveiling one of the first specific transformations proposed by the 2015 Theater District Master Plan. The Los Angeles-based RCH Studios prevailed in a two-stage selection process, beating out a group of finalists that included Hood Studio (Oakland, California); Office…

  • Dallas Center for Architecture Moves Downtown and Rebrands as “AD EX”

    In 2009, the newly established Dallas Center for Architecture was featured in Architectural Record. The article, by former TA editor Stephen Sharpe, Hon. AIA, discussed the challenge of attracting people to the space. The solution was a faceted glass wall facing the storefront and lit by an “enigmatic sequence of intense colored light.” The center…

  • TURNAROUND HOUSTON READINESS FAIR

    TURNAROUND HOUSTON READINESS FAIR | Access to On-Site Employers, 2nd Chance & Re-Entry Programs and MORE! | Thu., September 27 from 9am – 1pm

  • Joining the Elite: GP Industrial Contractors, Inc. Receives ISO 9001 Certification

    Roosevelt Petry, Jr., CEO and President of GP Industrial Contractors, Inc. in Port Arthur, Texas, is no stranger to hard work. Petry prides himself on his company’s dedication to serving the industry with true skill. GP Industrial Contractors, Inc. offers 24/7 customer service, completed with immediate response, competitive pricing, qualified personnel and upgraded equipment. GP…

  • SMALL BUSINESS ENTERPRISE PROGRAM WORKSHOP

    Fort Bend Independent School District Small Business Enterprise Program (SBEP) is excited to extend an invitation for you or a representative to attend the FBISD Small Business Enterprise Program Workshop, Wednesday, September 26, 2018, FBISD Triplex 550 Julie Rivers, Sugarland, TX  77478, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM. Register to attend: (www.fortbendisd.com/sbep). If you’re interested in…

  • Transportation & The Texas Environment — It’s About Time For A Better Way

    The Texas Bullet Train is set to revolutionize the way Texans travel between the state’s largest metropolitan regions – North Texas and Houston – while bringing one of the greenest transportation technologies in existence directly to the Lone Star State! The all-electric Bullet Train embodies decades of applied research, continual improvement and energy saving technologies, making it one…

  • Port Houston Jumps to Top 5 U.S. Container Ports

    Due to continued strong growth in loaded containerized cargo, Port Houston has surged higher in the rankings of the top container ports in the United States. Port Houston, which has been expanding rapidly in recent years, has climbed to become the fifth largest container port in the U.S., according to JOC Piers data covering the…

  • Ready for the Next Harvey

    In August of 2017, Hurricane Harvey dumped more than four feet of rain on Houston, inundating neighborhoods and upending thousands of lives. While METRO is best known for its transit services including bus, light rail, and vanpools, what some may not realize is the integral role METRO played in aiding emergency response efforts to the…

  • FIVE WAYS TO GET YOUR BUILDING PERMIT FASTER

    Looking to get started with your construction project on time?  The building permitting tips and insights below from Helen Callier, Permit Us Now, Contributing Writer will assist you in positioning for success. Know the Jurisdiction Time is Key Stay Notified Bank on Changes Avoid Horror Story Suspense Hurts Start Early Procrastination Costs Use Smart Resources…

  • H-E-B announces plans to develop a world-class tech facility in Austin

    H-E-B continues its path toward becoming a dominant force in the digital retail space, announcing that it has signed a long-term lease for a building in East Austin. The largest privately-held employer in Texas will develop a world-class tech facility and innovation lab for its growing H-E-B Digital team and Favor, the Austin-based on-demand delivery service that is a…

  • Houston Bond Issue Jump-Starts 237 Flood Control Projects

    More than $3 billion in flood risk reduction and repair projects can move forward in Houston following a vote held on Hurricane Harvey’s anniversary that authorized a $2.5-billion bond program. Those bonds will be used to fund 237 projects, including three large detention basins across the county. “We’ve already received approval from court to start…

  • The State of Houston’s Rebound – How Smart-Growth is Helping the City Grow Up, Not Out

    Houston, Texas is a city known for the opportunity it brings to both businesses and residents in affordability, landmass and employment opportunities that attract populations from across the state, nation and globe. Much like the build out methods taken historically in the leading Texas city of Dallas, Houston has been adding on and building out its infrastructure more widespread each year. This…