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The Sebring Services blog: A model for truly effective renovation contractor communications

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Sebring Services, which provides remodelling contracting for Chicago’s western suburbs, has developed a truly powerful blog, with plenty of content. One powerful post caught my attention, because if we had followed the concepts outlined in it, we would have saved ourselves quite a bit of grief on a renovation project at our own home.

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Adaptive reuse: 5 benefits of office-to-residential conversions

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Adaptive reuse: 5 benefits of office-to-residential conversions FitzGerald completed renovations on Millennium on LaSalle, a 14-story building in the heart of Chicago’s Loop. OFFICE-TO-RESIDENTIAL – A NATIONAL TREND This trend goes far beyond Chicago. Model kitchen at Millenniium on LaSalle.

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Flagship Store Retail Construction: 3 Reasons Brands Still Build in a Flagship Location

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To Introduce New Concepts When it comes to debuting new concepts, a flagship store can be a smart strategy for introducing the business model to consumers. Our very first project with the brand was to relocate its original Chicago flagship store to Michigan Avenue in 2008.

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Commercial Construction Trends and Predictions for 2016

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We predict 2016 will bring a steady pipeline of work in this sector as existing facilities, looking to emulate the features and amenities offered by brand new centers, enlist trusted commercial general contractors for everything from large-scale renovations to simple cosmetic updates. Locally Grown Restaurants Feed the Construction Pipeline.

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Five Predictions for Commercial Construction Trends in 2012

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It’s that time of year when our team predicts the 2012 commercial construction trends – from what’s on tap for Chicago retail construction to national restaurant construction and hospitality construction. Currently Savers has three Chicago-area locations, but we wouldn’t be surprised to see that number increase in 2012.

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Increase Your Home Value with 7 Home Remodeling Ideas

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When you replace your windows or doors with energy-efficient models, you can receive a tax credit and 10% of costs, up to $200 per window. Energy-efficient home improvements not only recoups 60%-90% of investment costs, but it can also reduce energy taxes as well! Adding a Deck. Basic Updates.

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The programmatic evolution of the lobby

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This was later in the year after the summer slowdown, as many organizations issued return policies and tested or incorporated more long-term hybrid and distributed models. 200 West Madison Street, Chicago, Ill. Norfolk Southern Renovation, Atlanta, Ga. Sites that tout workspace options across the property—e.g., So, what works?

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