Category: Construction Design & Engineering

New compliance data shows impact of Local Law 97 to improve sustainability in NYC

New compliance data shows impact of Local Law 97 to improve sustainability in NYC

June 1, 2026
Manhattan, NY According to buildings commissioner Ahmed Tigani and Housing commissioner Dina Levy, 93% of the covered privately owned properties, representing 91% of covered buildings, across the city have filed their Local Law 97 compliance reports, demonstrating significant participation from the city’s real estate community
H2M celebrates grand opening of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s new Memorial Pavilion

H2M celebrates grand opening of U.S. Merchant Marine Academy’s new Memorial Pavilion

May 29, 2026
Kings Point, NY The United States Merchant Marine Academy (USMMA), its Alumni Association & Foundation (AAF), and consulting design firm H2M architects + engineers (H2M) celebrated the grand opening and
Anchor House breaks ground on $18 million expansion and renovation

Anchor House breaks ground on $18 million expansion and renovation

May 26, 2026
Brooklyn, NY Anchor House, Inc. has broken ground on an expansion of its men’s residential treatment facility. Anchor House staff and board members, former President Bill Clinton representing The Clinton Foundation and its Overdose Response Network
RKTB elevates religious communities with housing and mixed-use buildings

RKTB elevates religious communities with housing and mixed-use buildings

May 26, 2026
Bronx, NY RKTB Architects has unveiled several new housing developments and mixed-use building projects commissioned by communities of faith in the metro New York area. These works, along with recognition by local and national organizations,
Ennead Architects joining CannonDesign to deepen their commitment to design’s impact on society

Ennead Architects joining CannonDesign to deepen their commitment to design’s impact on society

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY Ennead Architects is officially joining CannonDesign. The two firms are uniting to advance their shared commitment to bold design vision and to expand the possibilities and impact of design.
New Destiny completes structural phase of McLean Place - supportive housing

New Destiny completes structural phase of McLean Place - supportive housing

May 26, 2026
Bronx, NY New Destiny Housing, one of New York City’s largest provider of supportive housing for domestic violence survivors, has reached a major construction milestone with the completion of the structural phase of McLean Place, a 72-apartment supportive housing community
New York Building Congress releases  report reflecting on regrowth and diversity

New York Building Congress releases report reflecting on regrowth and diversity

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY “New York’s construction workforce is more diverse, younger, and earning more than ever before, while continuing its steady recovery toward pre-pandemic levels,” according to a new report released by the New York Building Congress.
Virtual Service celebrates 30th anniversary

Virtual Service celebrates 30th anniversary

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY Virtual Service marks its 30th anniversary — celebrating its pioneering role defining an industry and creating an operational system that merges new technology and innovation with human connection.
Professional Women in Construction New York MWBE Connect Summit returns in May

Professional Women in Construction New York MWBE Connect Summit returns in May

May 26, 2026
Manhattan, NY The Professional Women in Construction New York (PWC NY) MWBE Connect Summit is returning for 2026. Building on the massive success of past summits - which have brought together hundreds of industry trailblazers
HUD releases regulatory best practices to unleash building and increase homeownership across America

HUD releases regulatory best practices to unleash building and increase homeownership across America...

May 20, 2026
Washington, DC The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) released the State and Local Best Practices for Home Construction Report, a series of regulatory actions for state and local governments to
Torres of Urbahn Architects receives 2026 Emerging Designer in Architecture Alumni award

Torres of Urbahn Architects receives 2026 Emerging Designer in Architecture Alumni award

May 12, 2026
Manhattan, NY The J. Robert and Barbara A. Hillier College of Architecture and Design (HCAD) at New Jersey Institute of Technology (NJIT) recognized Urbahn Architects’ associate Liliana Torres, AIA, NOMA with the 2026 Emerging Designer in Architecture award.
An architect’s perspective on transforming offices into medical spaces in New York City - by Al Thompson

An architect’s perspective on transforming offices into medical spaces in New York City - by Al Th...

May 12, 2026
As leasing options for healthcare facilities become increasingly limited, landlords have a great opportunity to redevelop and convert underutilized office buildings into prime medical space. At the same time, the growing demand for outpatient and specialized care services is giving property owners the opportunity to update existing buildings and attract more stable, long-term tenants.