Category: Commercial Construction
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New Damen Station on the Green Line Opens, Bridging the Gap on Chicago’s Near West Side
The newly constructed Damen station on the Green Line opened for service Monday morning, marking a significant milestone for Chicago’s public transportation network. The opening ceremony was attended by Mayor Johnson, project leaders, and city officials, celebrating the culmination of a project designed to enhance connectivity and serve the community. Located at the intersection of…
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First-of-Its Kind Workforce Housing Project Breaks Ground in West Suburban Bellwood
Village of Bellwood, State of Illinois, F.H. Paschen and Mesirow Public Finance Collaborate On Transformative Housing Development Utilizing Workforce Housing Bonds in Illinois Community leaders, developers, and residents gathered to mark the groundbreaking of a transformative new workforce housing project today in Bellwood that signals the start of a first-of-its-kind project in the State of…
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9th Annual Hard Hat Celebration
On Thursday, May 16th, six Paschen Engineering Scholars celebrated their graduation from the program at the annual Hard Hat Ceremony. It was the sixth group of CPS George Westinghouse College Prep students to graduate from the program. In addition to the senior class graduation, six freshmen from Westinghouse College Prep will be introduced as the latest…
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The ROI of a Commercial Renovation
Your commercial facility can reveal a lot about your business. Whether it’s an office building, production facility, warehouse, or retail center, it acts as a giant billboard, communicating who you are and how you do it. Ensuring that your facility sends the right message can help you attract new business and outpace your competitors. A…
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The ROI of Renovating: How Upgrading Your Business Facility Adds Value
Your commercial facility can reveal a lot about your business. Whether it’s an office building, production facility, warehouse, or retail center, it acts as a giant billboard, communicating who you are and how you do it. Ensuring that your facility sends the right message can help you attract new business and outpace your competitors. A…
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Construction Essentials Owners Need to Know
Are you ready to dive into the world of construction, but aren’t sure where to start? Our comprehensive guide is tailored just for you. Whether you’re a prospective project owner embarking on this process for the first time, or you’re a seasoned veteran looking to update your knowledge, our book has all you need to…
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The Construction Essentials Project Owners Need to Know
Are you ready to dive into the world of construction, but aren’t sure where to start? Our comprehensive guide is tailored just for you. Whether you’re a prospective project owner embarking on this process for the first time, or you’re a seasoned veteran looking to update your knowledge, our book has all you need to…
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Conquer Zoning: A Guide for Development
There’s a lot to consider during the ideation phase of a development project: size, financial factors, material selection, and more. But there’s another vital aspect that can often get overlooked: zoning. Even if your building location is zoned according to your needs, these codes can have a significant impact on the decisions you make for…
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Conquer Zoning & Permitting: A Step-by-Step Guide for Building & Development
There’s a lot to consider during the ideation phase of a development project: size, financial factors, material selection, and more. But there’s another vital aspect that can often get overlooked: zoning. Even if your building location is zoned according to your needs, these codes can have a significant impact on the decisions you make for…
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Overcoming 5 Common Construction Challenges
Regardless of your construction team’s expertise, unforeseen issues and challenges may arise. What separates the good from the great lies in managing and working through these challenges. A team navigating the complexities of commercial and non-residential construction projects must plan thoroughly, collaborate consistently, and adapt to changing situations. While every project has unique obstacles, they…