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What eight leading economists predict for nonresidential construction in 2020 and 2021

BD+C

Following modest increases in construction spending for nonresidential buildings in 2019, economists from eight leading industry organizations forecast slight growth in 2020 and 2021—1.5% and 0.9%, according to AIA's latest Consensus Construction Forecast panel. However, no downturn is projected by the economists. .

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AIA Reports Healthy Outlook for Nonresidential Construction Market

Construction Superintendent Magazine

For the coming year, the American Institute of Architects semi-annual Consensus Construction Forecast is projecting growth in overall nonresidential building spending of almost 6 percent, just below the pace of growth for 2016. For 2018, the institutional construction sectors will generate much of the growth, particularly the large.

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AIA sees modest declines in 2008, steeper drop in 2009

PSMJ Resources

We mentioned earlier today (see previous post) that the AIA did not see bright prospects for architecture firms and here's what we meant. The Forecast calls for a 1.2% The prognoses for commercial and industrial buildings are even worse, with an especially large decline in the office and retail sectors. downturn in 2009.

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Healthy Outlook for Construction Market Despite Rising Challenges

Construction Superintendent Magazine

However, continued strong demand for hotels, office space and amusement and recreation spaces will ensure continued growth in the overall construction spending market over this time period. percent gain.

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2012….A World That Keeps On Pushin’ Us Around

Constructonomics

I looked all over for some positive construction industry forecasts for 2012 and well, I didn’t really find any. Well, I don’t, however, I did read something from the AIA saying that architectural billings will be up nicely this year, which means… Plus, I stayed at a Holiday Inn Express last night. How do I know this?

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Unlocking the Power of Data Through Construction Ecosystems? 

Autodesk Construction Cloud

AIA, Global Business Development, Autodesk? . Barry continued, “We use documents for pulling in information for engineering and forecasts to be able to look at material and equipment constraints for the upcoming construction schedule, even in the pre-procurement stage of a project. Speakers included:?? . Chuck Mies , LEED AP, Assoc.

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PSMJ Resources Blog: Clinard Engineering Associates merges with.

PSMJ Resources

With offices in Nashville and Chattanooga, Clinard is a transportation engineering firm that specializes in civil, structural, and environmental engineering services. By merging with Benesch, Clinard is now part of a multi-faceted engineering team with a network of offices from Pennsylvania to Colorado. GreenSource. New York Times.