Category: Magazine Articles
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Digitally Assisted Project Planning Offers Solutions and Opportunities
The workforce shortages contractors face today are significant and expected to persist for years. As firms try to overcome the challenges of fewer workers, digitally assisted project planning is a solution that can support contractors on multiple levels. In addition to current workforce shortages, other factors are expected to further shrink the availability of qualified…
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Redefining Office Design at the Iconic Chrysler Building
When the team at Ted Moudis Associates moved their office to the iconic Chrysler Building in New York City, they saw an opportunity to redefine the work environment from the ground up. This project set out to create a space that reflected their design philosophy – experiential, welcoming and sophisticated. A crucial element in realizing…
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5 food & beverage trends driving guests to hotel restaurants
The most successful hotel restaurants are ones that strike a balance between personal taste and perceived value. As a consumer myself, I am sometimes guilty of dining out and thinking: “I could have made this dish better myself at home” or “At these prices, this meal better be worth it.” The problem with this way…
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Indiana University Redefines Campus Fitness with Inclusive Rec Center
When Indiana University (IU) in Bloomington, Indiana embarked on a major renovation of its Student Recreational Sports Center, the objective extended well beyond aesthetics. The vision was to create a dynamic, inclusive space that reflected the IU brand while supporting the physical and mental well-being of a diverse student body. “At the beginning of the…
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The superintendents driving Ryan Companies forward
In 2025, the construction industry faces a critical inflection point. With nearly 439,000 net new workers needed this year alone to meet demand, the workforce pipeline is under immense pressure. In an industry where institutional knowledge is everything, construction firms are grappling with the reality that many of their most seasoned professionals are aging out…
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The 3 essential elements that keep construction firms standing strong
In an industry where approximately 40% of construction companies fail within their first three years, understanding the fundamental elements of business success has never been more crucial. In order to build for your company to build its foundation for success, there are three pillars every contractor needs. 1. The Power of Vision in Construction Leadership…
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Building a child-centered hospital care environment
There are approximately 5.3 million pediatric hospitalizations in the U.S. each year, in addition to outpatient visits. While every individual’s story is unique, the needs of young patients can differ markedly from the needs of their adult counterparts. To deliver exceptional care, children’s departments in general hospitals and the nation’s more than 250 children’s hospitals…
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How Chicken N Pickle is redefining social entertainment
It started with a spark of inspiration. And don’t forget the paddle. When Dave Johnson stumbled upon a pickleball court during a trip to Arizona in 2015, he had no idea he was laying the groundwork for Chicken N Pickle, one of the fastest-growing entertainment brands in the country. At the time, Johnson was dreaming…
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Portsmouth Terminal powers up America’s offshore wind future
In a significant milestone for Port of Virginia‘s critical infrastructure, the comprehensive redevelopment project at Portsmouth Marine Terminal was completed in March 2025. The massive construction job transformed 72 acres of terminal space and 1,500 feet of wharf into a specialized offshore wind staging port—and positioned Virginia as a strategic location in the offshore wind…
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The Power of Hemp: Wilden’s vision for sustainable homes
What if the future of sustainable living wasn’t just energy-efficient, but actually carbon-negative? That’s the question Wilden, a forward-thinking developer in British Columbia, is answering with one of Canada’s first hemp-insulated homes. Designed to challenge what’s possible in residential construction, the net-zero ready home blends smart design with a surprisingly old-school material: hemp. Fast-growing, naturally…