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Commercial Construction 2023 Trends and Lessons Learned

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The real headwinds over the last year were supply chain disruption, higher material costs, and personal shortages. While material costs have come down in some instances, material availability and labor issues are still a challenge heading into 2023. For example, the project can be at risk if you only chase after the lowest bid.

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Challenges & Opportunities in Commercial Construction

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As a National General Contractor working across multiple verticals in the commercial construction space, we understand the challenges (COVID and Supply Chain) facing our retail, restaurant, hospitality, and senior housing clients. For example, the project can be risky if you only chase after the lowest bid.

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11 Advantages Of Fabric Buildings

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Simply put, they’re a building made of all-steel frames and tarp covers or fabric material. They’re designed with lightweight materials, unlike permanent buildings that are normally composed of steel, bricks, lumber or other materials. They’re advantageous for industrial, commercial, and retail uses too.

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The Keys to Making Big Box Retail Construction Projects Successfully Fit Smaller, Urban Footprints like CityTarget on State Street

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Englewood Construction has worked on a number of Chicago retail construction projects in high-traffic urban areas, such as American Girl Place on Michigan Avenue. Is this a new retail construction trend ? The number of building permits we needed for 520 N. Probably so. Michigan Ave., a landmark building, would blow your mind.

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3 Secrets to Successful Landmark-Status Building Construction Projects

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Plus, they usually have some combination of historic or architectural significance, beautiful vintage materials and fine craftsmanship – the kind of stuff us industry fanatics just can’t get enough of. Plan for Extra Permitting Hoops. Here are three key takeaways from our experiences over the years: 1. Craftsmanship is Key.

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How to Complete Construction Months Faster

Wolgast Corporation

The Design-Build method of construction results in a finished building faster because with the Architect and Contractor on the same team, estimating can start, permits and materials can be procured, equipment can mobilize and sometimes even site work can begin before the Architect has the plans finalized.

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Phases of Commercial Real Estate Development

Construction Marketing

Commercial real estate development involves the process of acquiring, designing, constructing, and leasing or selling commercial properties such as office buildings, retail centers, and industrial parks. This phase includes determining the project’s scope, selecting materials, and determining the necessary permits and approvals.