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Spacesmith designs St. John University's career services department

"How can space support those critical meetings and interviews that mark the beginning of a student's career?" This is the question Spacesmith asked as they embarked on the design of a new home for St. John University's career services department. The main purpose: to instill knowledge and confidence into its users. Centrally located in a hexagonal shaped building with a 360 degree view, the space was designed to function as a stage for prospective employees and a welcome mat for potential employers. The department visually represents the school in a professional manner to reflect the quality of its graduates. The most important element is the centrally located modular conference room with a large skylight that allows natural light to penetrate the space.
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JRM Construction Management revitalizes FIT’s Haft Theater with comprehensive modernization

Manhattan, NY JRM Construction Management has completed the modernization of the Haft Theater at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in New York City. The project reimagines the historic venue as a more advanced, flexible, and high-performing space while preserving the character that has defined the theater for generations.
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The façade is no longer  just a finish. It’s a risk strategy. - by Bentley Zhao

The façade is no longer just a finish. It’s a risk strategy. - by Bentley Zhao

Twelve-billion-dollar weather disasters have already hit the U.S. through the first half of 2026, causing at least $31.9 billion in damage, according to Climate Central, the nonprofit that now maintains the disaster database NOAA discontinued.
We support green construction. Just not this kind - by Tammy Smith

We support green construction. Just not this kind - by Tammy Smith

Most people think of St. Patrick’s Day as a fun footnote on the calendar. In construction logistics, however, it’s a full-scale operational variable — especially if your work touches major metro areas with major parades and, let’s call it what it is, enthusiastic celebrants.
Premium experiences, proven returns: The New revenue playbook for sports venues - by Terry McIntyre

Premium experiences, proven returns: The New revenue playbook for sports venues - by Terry McIntyre

Investing in the Fan Experience as a Revenue Strategy The sports and entertainment venues that bet on premium experiences years ago are now seeing those investments pay off in packed seats, increased revenue, and industry recognition.