In an industry often burdened by inefficiency and slow project turnarounds, the rising prominence of modular construction offers a tantalizing promise of innovation. This promise has compelled San Francisco-based builder Webcor to launch Webcor Ventures, which has made its inaugural investment by
November 2024 brought an array of cutting-edge products to the multifamily housing sector, showcasing a blend of advanced building materials, smart home technologies, and enhanced property management solutions. From UV-resistant shower bases to sophisticated fraud detection software, these
The transformative potential that smart buildings hold, particularly through the innovative technologies and services offered by Johnson Controls, is immense. Smart buildings have the capacity to significantly impact safety, building performance, operational cost savings, and sustainability goals.
The short-term rental (STR) industry is at a crossroads, facing a pivotal decision in its technological evolution. Property managers are debating whether to build customized technology stacks using specialized tools or to opt for an all-in-one property management system (PMS) for simplicity and
In a significant development aimed at addressing the critical housing shortage faced by its graduate students and staff, the University of New England (UNE) has finalized a full-building lease for Seavey Terraces, a 65-unit apartment complex in Westbrook, Maine. The nearly completed apartment
The 10th anniversary of National Apprenticeship Week, observed from November 17-23, 2023, marked a significant milestone in celebrating and promoting apprenticeship programs across the nation. Organized by the U.S. Department of Labor, the event saw participation in a staggering 2,200 events held
