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Building in Chicago: Embracing the US adventure and spirit

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We published our first issue of Chicago Construction News yesterday. Yesterday, we launched Chicago Construction News. But what about Chicago? Brooke has been incredibly successful in building relationships in Chicago. And how could we hold the fort for a decade to allow this re-launch.

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Chicago City Council Approves $8.5B O'Hare Airport Upgrade

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The Chicago City Council approved an $8.5-billion billion upgrade of O’Hare International Airport March 27, paid for entirely by anchor airlines United, American, Spirit and Delta.

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New Ideas for Old Shopping Malls: 3 Ways Retail Developers are Remixing the Shopping Center Experience

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Tying into the popularity of craft beers and small-batch spirits, brewery- and whiskey-based dining concepts have become the darling of shopping center developers. 3) Toast of the Town.

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Best and Worst of 2010: Commercial Construction Trends

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And of course the industry did see some notable shopping center renovations in 2010, such as Randhurst Mall in Chicago and Hamilton Plaza Shopping Center in New Jersey. The downturn in the economy prompted many people to embrace their entrepreneurial spirit and buy into a franchise. Low – Green building. High – Franchises.

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Commercial Construction Tips: Six Best Practice Resolutions for 2011

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Also, negotiated projects foster more team spirit, which is a great way to begin any collaboration. When you negotiate, any cost savings your contractor may uncover are split between the two of you. When you competitively bid a project, the GC pockets the savings.

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Meet the interns: An inside look at their experience at The Korte Company

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James initially felt undecided about his major after graduating high school, but a summer trip to Chicago with his family before starting college sparked his interest in design. “We We took this architecture boat tour through the Chicago River. They talked about the buildings, their history and also their engineering.

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INDUSTRY FOCUS: Points of Entry for Cash-Rich Cargo

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CHICAGO EXEC ANCHORS WHEELING. The Village of Wheeling’s manufacturing base is anchored around its general aviation airport, Chicago Executive Airport, the third busiest in Chicagoland. Chicago Executive Airport serves as a hub for business and industry and as a logical magnet drawing businesses to the area.