Design / Build

Gemini R.E. Advisors breaks ground on 113-unit GEM Hotel Union Square

Gemini Real Estate Advisors broke ground on The GEM Hotel Union Square, a new addition to the company's portfolio of Manhattan properties, s...

RKT&B completes $15 million HPD project at 1465 & 1473 Fifth Ave.

Construction of 1465 & 1473 Fifth Ave., an 80,000 s/f, $15 million Housing Preservation and Development (HPD) project in Harlem, is complete...

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...