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The Dodge Momentum Index increases in March

The Dodge Momentum Index increases in March

Posted by | Apr 7, 2021 | 0 |

The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Data & Analytics, moved 1.7% higher in March to 151.4 from the revised February reading of 148.8. According to the March data, the Index hit its highest level since the summer of 2018 as a result of an increase in institutional projects that entered the planning stage, and which came on the heels of a similar gain for the sector in February. While healthcare and lab projects continue to dominate institutional planning, March saw a more broad-based selection of project types including education and recreation buildings.

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Architecture billings climb into positive territory after a year of monthly declines

Architecture billings climb into positive territory after a year of monthly declines

Posted by | Mar 24, 2021 | 0 |

Continuing the positive momentum of a nearly three-point bump in January, the Architecture Billings Index (ABI) reached its first positive mark since February 2020, according to a new report today from The American Institute of Architects (AIA). February marked the first time the design contract score rose back into positive territory since the pandemic began with a score of 51.6 compared to 48.8 in January.

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February sees further decline in national construction starts

February sees further decline in national construction starts

Posted by | Mar 16, 2021 | 0 |

Total construction starts fell 2% in February to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $797.3 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. Nonbuilding construction starts posted a solid gain after rebounding from a weak January, however, residential and nonresidential building starts declined, leading to a pullback in overall activity.

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Dodge Momentum Index posts strong gain in February

Dodge Momentum Index posts strong gain in February

Posted by | Mar 5, 2021 | 0 |

The Dodge Momentum Index, issued by Dodge Data & Analytics, rose 7.1% in February to 149.0 from the revised January reading of 139.1. The institutional component of the Momentum Index jumped 26.3% during the month, while the commercial component was essentially flat.

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ASID tackles changing industry landscape with 2021 Outlook and State of Interior Design Report

Posted by | Mar 4, 2021 | 0 |

Following a tumultuous 2020, all industries are seeking insight and assurances as 2021 gets into full swing. To keep interior design practitioners and professionals on the cusp of these relevant changes as related to global trends, economic indicators, and beyond, the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) has released its annual Outlook and State of Interior Design Report.

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NCARB and NOMA report reveals race, age, and firm size are key factors impacting architectural experience

Posted by | Feb 24, 2021 | 0 |

The National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA) released an in-depth report exploring factors that impact equity, diversity, and inclusion for candidates gaining professional architecture experience. The “Baseline on Belonging: Experience Report” reveals that interplay between factors such as race, age, and firm size can have a significant impact on an individual’s ability to navigate the Architectural Experience Program® (AXP®), which is a key step to earning an architecture license in the United States.

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American Concrete Institute releases 2021 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices

Posted by | Feb 22, 2021 | 0 |

The American Concrete Institute has released the 2021 ACI Collection of Concrete Codes, Specifications, and Practices. The ACI Collection features ACI 318 “Building Code Requirements for Structural Concrete,” ACI 301 “Specifications for Structural Concrete,” and ACI 562 “Code Requirements for Assessment, Repair, and Rehabilitation of Existing Concrete Structures and Commentary.”

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Construction starts down to start 2021

Construction starts down to start 2021

Posted by | Feb 18, 2021 | 0 |

Total construction starts dropped 4% in January to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $794.3 billion, according to Dodge Data & Analytics. Nonresidential building starts were flat in January, while nonbuilding starts dropped 10% and residential starts were 4% lower.

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Architecture Billings continue to lose ground

Architecture Billings continue to lose ground

Posted by | Jan 25, 2021 | 0 |

Demand for design services from U.S. architecture firms took a pointed dip last month, according to a new report from the American Institute of Architects (AIA). The pace of decline during December accelerated from November, posting an Architecture Billings Index (ABI) score of 42.6 from 46.3.

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Construction starts end 2020 on a sour note

Construction starts end 2020 on a sour note

Posted by | Jan 19, 2021 | 0 |

Total construction starts lost 5% in December, falling to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of $784.3 billion according to a new report by Dodge Data & Analytics. Nonresidential building starts fell 11% during the month, while nonbuilding starts were 5% lower.

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