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El Dorado’s new intermediate school reaches second phase of construction
Progress continues on El Dorado's new intermediate school campus, which broke ground May 19. The project is currently on track for substantial completion by May 2027, according to the school district website. The initiative is transforming the...

‘Doesn’t bode well’: US commercial construction material prices rising with tariff plans
The cost of materials used in non-residential construction ticked upward again in June, with analysts warning that newly announced tariffs could add further volatility to a market already showing signs of strain. An illustration representing...

Analog Architecture: Designing Physical Spaces for Non-Digital Experiences
In an era of relentless digital noise, architects and designers are staging a quiet revolution. They’re crafting physical spaces that actively resist screens, algorithms, and virtual overload—prioritizing tactile engagement and human presence....

Construction begins on County State Aid Highway 4
NOBLES COUNTY — County State Aid Highway (CSAH) 4, from the intersection of CSAH 5 to CSAH 21 at Round Lake, is anticipated to close Monday, depending on weather, for road reconstruction. This is the first major project for the Nobles County...

Architecture firm revives older homes for reuse in fire-affected areas

Construction of New City of Edinburg Water Tower Complete
City staff will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3925 N. Business Highway 281 on Tuesday, July 29, 2025, at 10 a.m. to unveil the project to the community.Texas Border Business EDINBURG, Texas – The City of Edinburg has completed construction of...

Construction worker electrocuted at Walmart distribution center in Grove City
GROVE CITY, Ohio (WSYX) — A construction worker was electrocuted while working at a Walmart distribution center in Grove City on Thursday morning. Victor Ortez was rushed to Mount Carmel Grove City, where he died a short time later. Grove City...

Construction worker dies by electrocution at Ohio Walmart warehouse
The worker, Victor Ortez Pegueros, 35, reportedly touched an exposed wire and was pulled away by his brother-in-law. Pegueros was transported to Mount Carmel Grove City where he was pronounced dead. A construction worker who died after being...

Construction begins on new NHS hub in St Helens town centre
Located in St Helens, the centre will be based at 4–6 Hardshaw Street in the town centre. The hub aims to support people interested in health and care roles, offering free CV and job application guidance, immersive training, and access to real...

Nature’s architecture: How driftwood forts at Crescent Beach reveal a deeper story of marine conservation
By Darrell Kirk Sounder contributor Walk along Crescent Beach on any given day, and you’ll witness nature’s collaboration with human creativity. Children and adults alike transform the abundant driftwood into elaborate forts, whimsical sculptures...

Construction to start on 10 UK green hydrogen projects
The UK government has given the green light for construction to start on 10 commercial-scale green hydrogen projects. These projects, part of the first phase of the government’s Hydrogen Allocation Round (HAR1), aim to decarbonise heavy industry...
Architects vs. Engineers Golf Tournament

Caverton Marine Celebrates Naval Architect’s victory As Inland Waterways Electrification Gets Global Recognition
3 One of Caverton’s talented naval architects has emerged victorious in a prestigious paper competition organised by the Society of Naval Architects and Marine Engineers (SNAME), Western Europe Section. The winning paper, titled “Electrification...

Construction projects abound throughout Morgan Hill
Morgan Hill is simultaneously implementing several major infrastructure and residential projects this summer, investing in flood control, clean energy initiatives and diverse types of new housing across the city. “There’s definitely more projects...

Construction giant McCarthy to open operations hub in Maryland Heights
MARYLAND HEIGHTS — McCarthy Building Cos. said construction has started on its new equipment hub in Maryland Heights. The 17-acre facility, near Page Avenue and Missouri Route 141, will include an equipment yard, maintenance shop and a...

St. Joe County officials working to solve traffic issues near Amazon construction site
ST. JOSEPH COUNTY, Ind. (WNDU) - Ongoing traffic issues near the new Amazon data center construction site are drawing the attention of St. Joseph County officials. The intersection of State Road 2 and Strawberry Road in New. Carlisle has become a...
Garner residents concerned over new roundabout as construction continues
The town of Garner is hoping a new roundabout will help improve congestion on White Oak Road for a growing population, but neighbors have concerns about traffic and safety hazards resulting from its construction. Commuters say the town’s traffic...
Construction continues in Hackensack
July 25, 2025 at 11:44 a.m. Hackensack’s urban reconstruction project is ongoing, with work focused on the new roundabout at the intersection of Highway 371 and County Road 5, as well as continued reconstruction along Hwy. 371. A detour remains in...

Bulldozer action on illegal construction in Lucknow!

Expert says streamlining approval agencies, rate will reduce housing construction cost
The Chief Executive Officer, Hontar Projects, Deji Fasunwon, a property company, has appealed to government to streamline the number of agencies giving approval for building construction aside reducing the cost of permits. Speaking during a dinner...