Building news

Here are some recent building-related news stories:

Residential

  1. Affordable Housing Crisis: A new report by the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) finds that the affordable housing crisis is worsening, with the number of affordable homes available to low-income households decreasing by 15% in the past year. (Source: NAHB)
  2. Sustainable Building: A new study by the Urban Land Institute (ULI) finds that sustainable building practices can save developers and building owners millions of dollars in energy costs over the life of a building. (Source: ULI)
  3. Tiny Homes: The tiny home movement is gaining popularity, with many cities and developers embracing the trend as a way to provide affordable housing options. (Source: The New York Times)

Commercial

  1. Office Space: A new report by CBRE finds that office vacancy rates are declining in many major cities, driven by strong demand for space and limited supply. (Source: CBRE)
  2. Retail Revitalization: A new study by the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) finds that retail revitalization efforts are paying off, with many once-struggling malls and shopping centers experiencing a resurgence in popularity. (Source: ICSC)
  3. Industrial Development: A new report by JLL finds that industrial development is booming, driven by e-commerce growth and changing consumer habits. (Source: JLL)

Infrastructure

  1. Infrastructure Spending: The US government has announced plans to increase infrastructure spending, with a focus on roads, bridges, and public transportation. (Source: The White House)
  2. Smart City Initiatives: Many cities are investing in smart city initiatives, including smart traffic management systems and public Wi-Fi networks. (Source: Smart Cities Dive)
  3. Water Infrastructure: A new report by the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) finds that the US water infrastructure is in need of significant investment, with many systems facing aging and maintenance issues. (Source: ASCE)

Sustainability

  1. Green Building: A new report by the US Green Building Council (USGBC) finds that green building is becoming increasingly mainstream, with many developers and building owners embracing sustainable design and construction practices. (Source: USGBC)
  2. Energy Efficiency: A new study by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) finds that energy-efficient buildings can save building owners and occupants millions of dollars in energy costs over the life of a building. (Source: NREL)
  3. Waste Reduction: A new report by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finds that the construction industry is a significant source of waste, but that many builders and developers are taking steps to reduce waste and increase recycling. (Source: EPA)

I hope these stories are helpful!