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Nonresidential construction spending ticks up slightly following February decline

Archinect

Census Bureau data from the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC) has shown nonresidential construction spending to have increased moderately by 0.2% Private nonresidential spending increased 0.2%, while public nonresidential construction spending expanded by 0.8%. An analysis of U.S. It follows February's decline of 1.0%.

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Construction labor shortages remain due to surge in nonresidential demand, Wall Street Journal reports

Archinect

contractors are struggling to meet the demand for nonresidential construction projects , according to new reporting by The Wall Street Journal. Despite a decline in residential construction triggered by rising interest rates, contractors have reported that spending on nonresidential projects has continued to surge.

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A nationwide shortage of garage doors leaves new residential construction projects stuck open

Archinect

A single house under construction in America today faces all kinds of problems, starting with a run on lumber, then bricklayers in demand, subcontractors with Covid, appliances on back order and plumbing fixtures out at sea. [.] The delays have pushed the average construction timeline back by months.

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Despite salary increases, construction job openings remain at a record high

Archinect

A major increase in hourly wages has not stopped a record number of unfilled positions in the construction industry, according to a new analysis by the Association of General Contractors of America (AGC). The unemployment rate in construction also fell from 6.7%

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Home Improvement: A Residential Architect’s Perspective

Aric Gitomer Architect

Today I am going to talk about a renovation project that requires enlisting a residential architect. And that is something a residential architect should emphasize at every project stage. Again, insight from your residential architect might be of use. If yes, collaborate with your nearest residential architect to discuss ideas!

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World's tallest skyscraper restarts construction in Saudi Arabia

Deezen

Construction work has resumed on Jeddah Tower in Saudi Arabia , a skyscraper designed by Chicago-based studio Adrian Smith + Gill Gordon Architecture , which is expected to become the world's tallest building. The post World's tallest skyscraper restarts construction in Saudi Arabia appeared first on Dezeen.

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How the AIA’s New Custom Residential Agreements Help Custom Home Architects and Contractors

EntreArchitect

The first AIA Contract Documents (ACD) of their kind, ACD’s new Custom Residential Documents streamline the contractual process for architects by tailoring them for the distinctive requirements of the custom residential construction market. Residential Specific Changes to the A110 and B110. Coordination of Documents.