AIA/Deltek Releases Latest Architecture Billings Index

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The AIA/Deltek Architecture Billings Index continues to weaken posting a score of 46.2 for July, down from 46.8 in June, indicating that a majority of firms are still experiencing declining firm billings. Inquiries into new work grew slowly but steadily this month, following a brief three-month pause earlier this year. However, design contract values fell again in July as firms struggle to convert inquiries into projects—a challenge persisting alongside declining billings for over two and a half years. Billings have been negative for 31 of the last 34 months. “Business conditions remain challenging for architecture firms nationwide, with billings declining … Read more

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Skanska Completes Modernization, Expansion of Historic Landmark Montlake Elementary School in Seattle

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Skanska has completed work on a 90,500-square-foot modernization and expansion of the historic Montlake Elementary School for Seattle Public Schools in Washington. The project included the modernization of the existing two-story, 16,500-square-foot Seattle Landmark schoolhouse and addition of a new 74,000-square-foot, three-story building housing the gym, cafeteria, kitchen, administration spaces, classrooms and library. With a focus on connection to the outdoors, new outdoor learning spaces were constructed on the west side of the landmark school building. A central play courtyard also provides direct connection to garden terraces, and a second-floor learning and play terrace directly connects to classrooms in the … Read more

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Balfour Beatty Expands Operations into Richmond, Hampton Roads

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Balfour Beatty is expanding its leading construction operations offering specialized building services in the delivery of premier projects throughout Richmond and Hampton Roads communities in Virginia. As part of the company’s Buildings team in the Mid-Atlantic, the Richmond and Hampton Roads office strengthens Balfour Beatty’s market presence in federal, institutional and higher education sectors while supporting the company’s strategic growth initiatives in local key markets. Building upon its established 93-year presence in the Mid-Atlantic region, Balfour Beatty’s legacy operations in Washington D.C., Maryland, Virginia and Pennsylvania have cultivated strong industry relationships and demonstrated construction excellence across diverse market sectors. The … Read more

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Young Women Inspired to Pursue Construction Careers at Design & Build Camp by DPR, Girls Inc.

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By creating space for young women to discover and learn in a practical setting, DPR Construction and Girls Inc. are helping participants see themselves as future builders, engineers and leaders. That mission came to life at Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia project site with joint venture partner L.F. Driscoll. DPR hosted a two-day Design & Build Camp. With a projected shortage of over two million skilled tradespeople by 2030 and women holding less than 4% of labor-based construction roles, diversifying the workforce is more urgent than ever. While the camp supports efforts to close this gap, its deeper purpose is rooted … Read more

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McCarthy Completes USDA Food Safety Midwestern Laboratory

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McCarthy Building Companies has joined the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service to announce the completion of the Midwestern Laboratory in St. Louis. Following the installation of laboratory equipment in July, the facility is set to open shortly thereafter. Representing a significant milestone in FSIS’s commitment to public health and food safety, the 84,000-square-foot, single-story facility was designed by Hoefer Welker. It was developed in close collaboration with the agency to ensure operational efficiencies, sustainable practices and the integration of advanced scientific technologies to address both current and future food safety challenges. The facility includes microbiology and … Read more

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