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The art of color forecasting
How experts predict color trends for commercial construction and other industries Color plays a pivotal role in many modern industries, from textiles, fashion and marketing to senior living, health care and retail interiors, and even the exterior of commercial construction and residential properties. From time to time, we look at the colors of the moment,…
DBS Group to build new housing authority office
St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin has hired DBS Group to design and build a new, ground-up 5,400sf office building for the St. Croix Chippewa Housing Authority. Construction will begin in November and is scheduled for completion this fall.
DBS Group to design-build community center expansion
St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin has contracted with DBS Group to design and build a 2,400sf expansion to the St. Croix Danbury Community Center. Construction will begin late this fall and is scheduled for completion in spring 2024.
DBS Group converting Green Bay Camping World Store
DBS Group is converting the Camping World store in Green Bay, WI, into a Grand Design RV facility. Construction is underway and expected to be complete next month.
DBS Group to build multifamily housing in Onalaska
Crestwood Townhomes has contracted with DBS Group to design and build a six-unit townhome in the Grandview Estates subdivision in Onalaska, WI. Construction begins this month and is scheduled for completion this spring.
Continuous insulation gaining traction
Understanding what it is, legal requirements and how to make it happen. As energy codes continue to evolve, continuous insulation is a topic that has gained attention among commercial construction general contractors, and developers must keep an eye on emerging energy efficiency laws as they contemplate their next commercial construction projects. For example, in Minnesota,…
DBS Group Hires Jake Siem and Josh Mentzel
As DBS Group continues growing, it has hired Jake Siem as a project superintendent and Josh Mentzel as a project engineer. Both Siem and Mentzel joined the team last month. Siem is a 20-year veteran of the construction industry. He started his career as a carpenter apprentice in the field and then worked his way…
From office space to residential oasis
Here are the characteristics that can make or break residential conversions As the needs of the working world continue to evolve, owner-developers are looking for ways to build the future of their businesses while ensuring agility in their commercial construction. As the world’s workforce continues to leverage a flexible, remote model, the potential for residential…
Value engineering and lifecycle cost analysis
Pro tip: value engineering is about more than stripping costs In this economy, getting value out of your commercial construction is more important than ever. Scratch that; it’s important to get value in every economy. So no matter what the economic crystal ball indicates, when it’s time to embark on a new build, the value…
Forging ahead amid inflation, high interest rates
How CRE developers keep projects moving despite inflation and interest rates If today’s economic climate has you feeling cautious, you’re certainly not alone. Between higher interest rates and lingering inflation, commercial real estate developers are facing some very real challenges and searching for practical solutions to keep their commercial real estate ventures moving forward. Look…