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Healing by Design: Building Spaces That Improve The Behavioral Health Experience
Building a behavioral health facility – a center designed to provide services and treatment for patients suffering from mental health and substance use disorders, life stressors and crises, and stress-related physical symptoms – presents unique challenges that require a deep understanding of patient care, safety, regulatory compliance, and specialized design. Unlike traditional healthcare or residential…
Read More7 Factors That Make or Break A Commercial Office Restack
Office restacking has been a growing trend ever since the pandemic rattled our economy and changed the workplace as we know it. Companies are looking at their commercial real estate portfolio and asking what makes sense in this new environment. Even before COVID, office restacking was common. Restacking is an effective way to reconfigure space…
Read MoreEstimating Commercial Construction Costs Per Square Foot in Your Zip Code
Understanding Commercial Construction Costs Commercial construction costs are a moving target, driven by fluctuating labor rates and supply chain constraints. Whether you’re expanding to keep up with growth, right-sizing to maximize efficiency, or future-proofing your business with investments in technology; you need to know how to budget and plan for a successful construction project. Estimating…
Read MoreFrom Best Workplaces to Top Projects: Skyline Construction’s 2024 Accolades
At Skyline Construction, we believe excellence begins with our dedicated employee-owners, who are committed to delivering the best construction experience for our clients. Our growth and success are built on a foundation of transparency, innovation, and open communication. This year, we’re proud to celebrate our team’s achievements, which have been recognized with several prestigious awards…
Read MoreTackling Volatility in the Construction Supply Chain
Effective supply chain management lays the foundation for successful construction projects Supply chain management can make or break a project in the construction industry, where timelines are tight, budgets are constrained, and precision is paramount. It goes without saying that construction supply chains are not immune to the disruptions and complexities that reverberate across global…
Read MoreCommercial Renovation: Steps to Plan a Successful Project
When your space needs renovating, you are faced with a multitude of decisions and challenges. Equipping yourself with the tools for a successful project takes time, understanding, and a broad view of what the process looks like, from start to finish. With those resources, you’ll be ready to pursue a phenomenal commercial renovation with ease. …
Read MoreCharting Their Own Route: Three Young Professional Women’s Journeys to Construction
The path to a career in the construction industry isn’t always a straight one. Some individuals head directly into construction management or engineering programs in college but that’s not the only way in. Others start their journeys in similar fields, and after some trial-and-error, find their road. And then there are those who embark on…
Read MoreRaising the Curtain: The Making of Ironworkers Local 63 Training Center
A Training Facility Designed To Iron Out Labor Shortage What started as just a pile of dirt and a rendering has now taken shape into a one-of-a-kind, hands-on training center for the local Ironworkers union. Engineering News-Record (ENR) recently published an article about the construction of the Ironworkers Local 63 training center in Broadview, Illinois,…
Read MoreOffice to Lab Conversions: Adaptive Reuse in Life Science Is On The Rise
Adaptive Reuse in Life Science Is On The Rise The life science sector has significantly influenced the commercial real estate industry in the United States in recent years. The demand for life science lab space has soared by 130% since 2014. As scientific practices and the utilization of workspaces continue to evolve driven by technology…
Read MoreBuilding a Modern Law Firm: Trends and Timelines
Many law firms are exploring new approaches to the design and layout of their physical offices in light of the changing workplace dynamics. Here are three key trends that are gaining popularity in law firm construction and insight into the important construction considerations associated with each trend. By understanding these factors, law firms can make…
Read MoreBuilding a Sustainable Workspace: 7 Eco-Friendly Tips
When it comes to making your office more eco-friendly, there are a variety of options to consider. Whether you’re building a new office or remodeling an existing space, there are many strategies that can help achieve these goals. Taking steps to make your office more environmentally friendly can not only help the planet, but it…
Read MoreThe Exciting Rise of Food-Based Biotech
Key Takeaways The Rise Of Food-Based Biotech The world of life sciences has been expanding rapidly in recent years, with biotech, including food science, becoming an increasingly important sector. In fact, the global biotech market is expected to grow to nearly $730 billion by 2025! As the demand for sustainable food production increases, so does…
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