BOSTON, Mass. — The Bostonian Society embarked on a multi-faceted preservation project on the Old State House at the beginning August. Work will include roofing and window repairs, repointing of the masonry on the west facade and restoration of the building’s lion and unicorn statues on the east façade. Built in 1713, the Old State House is the oldest surviving public building from the nation's original thirteen colonies. Constructed of brick, after the original wooden Town House on the site was destroyed by fire, the structure has withstood Boston’s unforgiving weather for more than 300 years, and has survived the … Read more
Integrated Builders Breaks Ground on State-of-the-Art Dealerships
ROCKLAND, Mass. — Integrated Builders announced it has begun construction on new BMW and MINI dealerships in Rockland, Massachusetts, located off of Route 3 at Exit 14. Gallery Automotive Group's new 58,000 square feet of BMW and MINI showrooms and service facilities will replace BMW Gallery of Norwell in Norwell, Massachusetts. The new location will provide expanded space for over 400 vehicles, more than 30 service bays and charging stations catering to the electric vehicle market. The high-visibility site along the Route 3 corridor is being developed by real estate firm, A.W. Perry, Inc. Integrated Builders will oversee construction management … Read more
The Weitz Company Selected as Contractor for Hacienda at the River
TUCSON, Ariz. — The Weitz Company was chosen to build the Hacienda at the River project for Watermark Retirement Communities, Inc., along with The Freshwater Group. The project will include a 70,000-square foot, two-story healthcare center offering short term, long term and hospice care. Also included are 62 residences, offering assisted living and memory care, spread over a village of 41,000 square feet of the single-story homes. Full site development of the 6.5-acre site is slated to begin in December 2014. “Our specialized team has a proven track record in delivering senior living projects with expertise and efficiency. We are … Read more
The DeAngelis Diamond Companies Growing Rapidly
NAPLES, Fla. — DeAngelis Diamond Companies are growing rapidly this year with the addition of 41 new team members, consisting of 8 project managers, 17 superintendents, 6 field engineers and 10 support team members. Headquartered in Naples, Florida, DeAngelis Diamond has offices in Fort Myers and Sarasota, Florida, as well as Birmingham, Alabama and an international presence in the Caribbean. The environment and culture of the workplace atmosphere is centered on motivating, encouraging and promoting team members and their talents.
Construction Spending in July Reaches Highest Level Since 2008
All major categories of construction spending increased in July and total construction reached the highest level since December 2008, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America. Association officials welcomed the robust spending figures, but cautioned that growing demand will put new pressure on an already tight labor market. “It is encouraging to see signs of a broad-based recovery in private construction along with a recovery—at least for now—in public construction investment,” said Ken Simonson, the association’s chief economist. “Private nonresidential construction should remain strong through the rest of 2014 and beyond, while residential spending is likely … Read more




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