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From Facilities Dive: Organizations are launching programs aimed at expanding access to skilled trades at a time when the federal government is predicting above-average growth in these jobs over the next decade. The BLS Occupational Outlook Handbook, which includes information on about 600 occupations, says the need for HVAC-R mechanics and installers is expected to […]

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From The Edwardsville Intelligencer: Glen Carbon officials say Meijer is moving closer to construction of its long-awaited supercenter in the Orchard Town Center. Village officials recently met with Meijer representatives and had a “very favorable meeting,” Director of Community Development Erika Heil said during the Aug. 26 Building and Development Committee meeting. Heil said Meijer […]

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Two fire-resistant houses have been built in Buena Vista, Colorado, using 3D printed concrete walls rated at the highest level of fire safety. Each 1,100-square-foot property was developed by VeroTouch, a construction technology company founded in Colorado in 2023, in collaboration with COBOD International, a Danish supplier of industrial-scale 3D printers for construction. The concrete used carries […]

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Custom Engineering, a consulting firm specializing in mechanical, electrical, plumbing, lighting, commissioning, and sustainable design, announced the acquisition of Technology Integration Engineering: TIE Consulting, LLC (TIE) a provider of low-voltage systems engineering based in St. Louis. For the immediate future, TIE will continue to operate as “TIE Consulting, LLC – A Custom Engineering Company.” A […]

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People and companies from across the construction industry have been stepping up with donations of both materials and effort to assist in the early stages of recovery from the May 16th tornado. Here are some ways in which you can connect if you want to help. City of St. Louis Recovery Programs The City of […]

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From St. Louis Magazine: Only seven standpipe water towers remain in the United States today—three of them in St. Louis. One of the most notable, the Compton Hill Water Tower, is showing its age. The 127-year-old landmark at Grand and Russell has been closed for several years due to masonry deterioration and falling debris. But […]

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Case Engineering’s Structural team is collaborating with ARCO Construction on a new, state-of-the-art WOW! family entertainment center in Fenton, MO. Under construction at 130 Fiedler Lane off Hwy. 141, the $15 million, two-level interactive entertainment complex will feature a restaurant and bar, 18-hole mountain-style miniature golf course, eight lanes of duckpin bowling, Top Golf Swing […]

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by Tom Finan, Executive Director/Co-Founder, Construction Forum “Part of our problem is that we view Downtown as one thing,” said Alex Oliver, the founder and CEO of Oliver Properties, a St. Louis–based real estate development firm that is championing the on revitalization of Downtown. Oliver was part of panel of developers who are taking a variety […]

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by Dr. John Gaal Editor’s Note: Each week, Dr. John Gaal, director of worker wellness for the Missouri Works Initiative, a non-profit workforce formed by the Missouri AFL-CIO, collects and comments on news and trends in workforce wellness and life balance. Construction Forum carries the Worker Wellness & Well-Being Blog as a regular feature. The […]

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From The St. Louis Post Dispatch: A request from developers to build an apartment and retail complex in the heart of Wildwood’s downtown has officials debating whether the cost is worth efforts to jump-start growth in the district. Festus-based Mia Rose Holdings and Wildwood-based Greenberg Development want to build a 188-unit multifamily luxury apartment complex, […]

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From For Construction Pros: Grief is a normal and personal emotional response to a loss. Each person reacts and responds to grief differently. These differences are normal. The differences in how grief is expressed is mostly based on the unique personalities and different upbringings of people. The way we respond to grief is influenced whether […]

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From St. Louis Post-Dispatch: A new regional strategic plan to set priorities for the metro area and coordinate existing efforts from governments, nonprofits and the private sector will stop short of naming population loss as a key issue, opting instead to focus on its root causes. Still, the move to craft a regional plan is […]

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by Tim Eagan, President, Eagan Building Group Yesterday I drove past a post-WWII neighborhood and a realization hit me like a ton of bricks (yep, pun intended): Our “starter homes” today aren’t exactly… starting small. Then (post-WWII): Now (many “starter” builds): My opinion:  The affordability crisis is real—but so is the creep of expectations.  Amenities […]

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From Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy: The Frank Lloyd Wright Building Conservancy has awarded a $5,000 Roland Reisley Grant to Kathryn Feldt, Executive Director of the Frank Lloyd Wright House in Ebsworth Park, to support Architecture as Sanctuary: Cultivating Compassion within Frank Lloyd Wright’s Spaces. This innovative initiative explores how Wright’s designs can foster emotional connection, empathy, […]

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From RE Journals: A hidden business gem in Moscow Mills, Missouri, is expanding with a new advanced manufacturing facility completed by Contegra Construction.   Elite Tool, an established lean contract manufacturer for the aerospace, commercial and defense industries, has moved into a new 120,000-square-foot facility.  It replaces the firm’s 70,000-square-foot manufacturing operation. The $20 million expansion is expected […]

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HDA Architects has designed a new concept for an upscale seafood venue that morphs into a nighttime entertainment. Salt Water Social, was recently completed and opened in the Cherry Creek neighborhood of Denver. The 7,000-square-foot project, developed by The One Group and constructed by Empire Construction, transformed a former restaurant space into a high-end dining […]

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From Architect: On the outskirts of Lohja, Finland, a small, dark-clad structure quietly signals a revolution in how we build and how we live. At just 365 square feet, the Tiny House Shadow might seem modest in scale, but its ambition is sweeping: to prove that our homes can be lighter on the planet, radically […]

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From Lawrence Group: The new 5-story Health First Cape Canaveral Replacement Hospital designed by Lawrence Group is under construction on a new medical campus four miles inland from the existing hospital location. The ground floor will be elevated to 13 feet above sea level to avoid flooding from storm surges and hurricanes. Extensive landscaping ensures […]

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Oakland Group and Catholic Charities Housing have closed on Troy Housing, a 60-unit mixed-income community in Troy, MO. The Troy Housing project will deliver 60 total units, including 54 affordable apartments financed through Low-Income Housing Tax Credits (LIHTC) and six market-rate units. A mix of one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans will be available to […]

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From HOK Design Digest: This month’s edition explores how sports venues can provide more than just a great gameday experience. Sports-anchored districts—linked to stadiums and arenas—serve as year-round destinations, drawing business and activity to city centers.   Here are five ways these sports-anchored districts are evolving into vibrant community cornerstones: 1. Economic Impact Sports-anchored districts […]

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