Commercial Construction Faces Challenges in 2026, But Some Cities May Be Safe
Commercial construction faced challenges in 2025. Certain markets are already yielding insight into 2026 trends.
Nonresidential Construction Spending Remained Stagnant in October
On a monthly basis, nonresidential spending was up in 9 of 16 categories, but still lacks momentum overall.
Construction Backlog Indicator Inches Higher in December, Fueled by Data Center Momentum
Two weeks into the new year and data centers are still bolstering backlogs.
MLK Way: Reshoring Philadelphia’s Famous Bridge
The 700-foot Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Bridge in Philadelphia gets a $20.1-million reno.
New Ballpark Will Be a Home Run: The Wilson Warbirds Move to Wilson, North Carolina
North Carolina-based Clancy & Theys is building a brand-new home for the Wilson Warbirds, complete with luxury amenities, high-tech training facilities and a healthy dose of nostalgia.
Wonder of the World: Nat Geo’s New Museum of Exploration
The newest wonder of the world might just be in Downtown D.C., in the form of National Geographic’s Museum of Exploration.
Why Distressed and Defunct Shopping Malls Are Good for Construction Contractors
Unconventional buyers of former shopping malls are reshaping commercial real estate development.
Going Underground May Save Contractors Time, Money and Energy: The Upside of Geothermal Heating and Cooling in Construction
LEED standardization in construction is going underground—that is, to find new sources of energy.
