Design / Build

Stop leaving money on the table! Key services help optimize real estate portfolios' ROI

It's probably been a while since property owners, investors and commercial real estate portfolio managers have felt optimistic about the pro...

Engineering planning is the key to success of projects in today's complex world

In today's complex world of buildings, systems and technologies, there are many components of projects that require thorough investigation p...

Posimato of Flooring Liquidators opens new store in Mt. Kisco with plans to open 3 more by 2012

For John Posimato, owner of Flooring Liquidators, the largest complete flooring company in the tri-state area, building a successful floor c...

Alcon Builders Group completes Baryshnikov Arts Center: Vision of legendary namesake

Alcon Builders Group recently completed construction on the Baryshnikov Arts Center or BAC, a stunning performance space that sets the bar o...

Proper capital reserves are more important than ever by reducing the risk of special assessment

By Andrew Amorosi, P.E., R.S., The Falcon GroupThe primary purpose of a capital reserve funding analysis is to offer recommendations as to ...

How are we doing? Time to reflect on the accuracy of the 2010 construction industry projections

Since we are already in the fourth quarter of 2010, with 2011 projections just around the corner, it seems like a good time to reflect on th...

Opportunities galore for everyone in the Small Business Jobs Act: Significant income tax savings

The Small Business Jobs Act, which the President signed in law on September 27, offers significant income tax savings to businesses. Many la...

Special inspections increase veracity, safety and quality of inspections performed

Controlled inspections and material testing play an indispensable role on any construction project. It is imperative that the proper materia...

Sick Building Syndrome: How it is affecting you and what you can do about it

Do you feel sick at work but healthy at home? Or maybe your employees are complaining about being sick and tired all the time. Your office b...

Protecting your hard earned dollars with mechanic's liens

The creation of the lien is credited to Thomas Jefferson circa 1791 to encourage construction at a time when housing conditions in the new ...