Articles tagged with "Commercial"

Nonresidential construction spending has decreased for the sixth time in seven months. This slowdown is attributed to uncertainties surrounding tariffs and labor, leading many construction owners to delay or cancel planned projects. The challenges in the industry might be linked to external economic factors affecting the overall confidence among stakeholders.

The Boston-based construction firm Suffolk is expanding its operations in Southern California, focusing particularly on healthcare projects. This strategic move aims to increase its presence in the healthcare sector within the region. According to General Manager Stephen Green, the company sees significant opportunities for growth in the Golden State's healthcare construction market.

In the second quarter, the U.S. hotel construction pipeline saw a 3% year-on-year increase. The growth is driven by higher-tier and extended stay hotels, with expansion expected to continue into 2025 according to Lodging Econometrics. This trend highlights a robust demand for luxury and long-term accommodation options.

Construction is set to commence in September on a new $200 million ballroom at the White House, realized from President Donald Trump's long-held vision. The 90,000-square-foot project, designed by McCrery Architects in a luxurious style inspired by Trump's private clubs, will replace the East Wing with a seating capacity for 650 people. Trump is personally funding the project along with private donors, aiming to create a legacy space for hosting large events. The ballroom is expected to preserve the neoclassical architectural heritage of the White House.

Mars, the company behind Snickers, plans to invest $2 billion into U.S. manufacturing through 2026. This investment focuses on expanding production capabilities and fostering innovation in the U.S., where most of its products are already produced locally. The initiative aims to ensure that 94% of its U.S.-sold products continue to be made within the country.

Chicago's South Side is set to see the expansion of the largest minority-owned tennis facility, XS Tennis Village, in one of the city's poorest neighborhoods. The project exemplifies a significant investment in transforming an abandoned area into a thriving community hub. Founder Kamau Murray views the expansion as a strategic step, notwithstanding the challenges in seeking city approval to start construction later this year.

KEENON Robotics unveiled its bipedal humanoid service robot, XMAN-F1, at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference 2025, displaying its ability to handle specific service tasks in hospitality and delivery settings. The robot showcased its versatility in different environments through interactive setups, including a medical station and bar area. KEENON emphasized the gradual evolution from single-task to multi-task robots and highlighted its ongoing efforts to incorporate humanoids in various workflows. The company's strategy focuses on building an ecosystem of interoperable robotic units rather than standalone solutions.

In June 2025, the commercial construction industry experienced significant growth due to increased groundbreakings in the manufacturing and data center sectors. Despite these gains, contractors are cautious about the second half of the year. The article highlights a mixed outlook with some optimism tempered by market uncertainties.

Legrand has introduced the Wattstopper i3 platform to integrate multiple building systems such as lighting, HVAC, and occupancy sensors under a single interface. By leveraging Kode Labs' OS, this platform enhances energy optimization and system control for both individual properties and large portfolios. It offers plug-and-play integration and provides predictive insights and occupancy-based automation for dynamic building management.

The Turner JV construction team has placed the highest steel beam for the new University Health Palo Alto Hospital located on the South Side of San Antonio, Texas. This marks a significant milestone in the $550 million hospital project. Local partners are involved in the construction efforts, showcasing collaboration within the community.

The construction of hotel rooms in the United States has reached its lowest point in 20 quarters as rooms under construction have decreased year-over-year for six consecutive months. This decline is attributed to ongoing economic uncertainty, according to CoStar. The trend signals a significant slowdown in the commercial building sector, particularly affecting hospitality construction projects.

Ryan Companies' Vice President of Healthcare Construction, Nick Kaminski, noted that there is an increasing trend among clients to focus on developing specialized healthcare facilities such as ambulatory surgery centers and freestanding emergency rooms. This trend is part of a larger shift in the healthcare construction industry that emphasizes more specialized and accessible care options. The emphasis is on creating more tailored facilities to meet specific medical needs more efficiently.