Office, retail to see more leasing as market recovery continues: CBRE

The pricing gap between prime and non-prime office assets is expected to widen, creating demand in the next tier of space, the company says.

By Joe Burns • Jan. 16, 2026

The White House’s hands-on approach to federal properties

Federal buildings are in the spotlight as President Donald Trump, a former commercial property developer, shapes renovation and demolition decisions in the nation’s capital.

By Robert Freedman • Jan. 15, 2026

Tenants seek space for peak in-office days: Newmark

Employers seeking to accommodate hybrid workers are among the bright spots buoying the still-protracted recovery of the U.S. office market, according to Newmark’s Jessica Morin.

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Jan. 14, 2026

Powell: DOJ using Fed renovation costs as a pretext for his criminal investigation

The 35% increase in cost for renovating the Federal Reserve’s headquarters is for reasons outside its control, the Fed says.

By Robert Freedman • Jan. 12, 2026

AI evolution to drive more complex data center infrastructure, operations: JLL

Operators are looking to on-site power generation and energy storage as ways to manage modern data centers as power requirements and constraints grow, a report says.  

By Joe Burns • Jan. 9, 2026

House passes bill that could fast-track AI infrastructure projects

The SPEED Act aims to cut red tape in order to meet soaring energy demand and growing competition in the global AI race, according to the bill’s sponsors.

By Makenzie Holland • Dec. 19, 2025

Cambridge property takes novel approach to quality in life sciences sector

The 16-story, mixed-use lab and office building also has a performing arts center, providing employees proximity to cultural programming, a developer says.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 19, 2025

Judge allows White House ballroom construction to continue, with conditions

A federal judge this week allowed the controversial project to proceed, but he imposed requirements that could stop work if the administration ignores them.

By Sebastian Obando • Dec. 17, 2025

Tropicana Field repairs hurricane-damaged roof with fiberglass panels

The new roof on the Tampa Bay Rays’ home stadium had to integrate into the existing structure while meeting wind and safety requirements, a contractor says.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 15, 2025

In latest real estate move, Trump appears to be readying demolition of 4 historic D.C. buildings

Critics say he’s deep into the contracting process, outside of statutory channels, to tear down “brutalist” buildings that define post-World War II-era architecture.

By Robert Freedman • Dec. 12, 2025

JLL tapped to operate JFK New Terminal One

The company will provide HVAC, plumbing, electrical, fire and other technical services at the terminal after overseeing the construction-to-operations transition phase of the project, slated to begin next year.

By Joe Burns • Dec. 4, 2025

Patient privacy, emergency services the focus of $500M hospital project

The project revamps the emergency department, operating rooms and mechanical systems at the West Islip, New York, hospital, Catholic Health’s facilities lead says. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 3, 2025

Walmart, other retailers to 3D-print more than 12 construction projects

The retail giant will partner with 3D-printing firm Alquist, equipment renter Hugg & Hall and general contractor FMGI to leverage the tech, starting at store No. 338 in Lamar, Missouri.

By Matthew Thibault • Dec. 3, 2025

Outpatient facilities to drive healthcare real estate spend, CBRE says

As providers seek more affordable options to deliver healthcare, outpatient real estate demand is expected to accelerate to record-high levels, the firm says. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 2, 2025

Construction costs climb for 5th straight month

Rising materials prices are keeping procurement unpredictable for contractors, said Macrina Wilkins, senior research analyst at Associated General Contractors of America.

By Sebastian Obando • Dec. 1, 2025

Adaptive reuse projects accelerate, driven by schools, offices

Developers previously focused on hotels and other hospitality buildings, RentCafe says. 

By Joe Burns • Dec. 1, 2025

Skanska starts ‘surgical deconstruction’ of Atlanta MARTA canopy

The firm is conducting the removal of a massive concrete structure as a part of a $230 million reimagining of the rapid transit system’s Five Points Station.

By Zachary Phillips • Nov. 19, 2025

Trump risks permanent damage to Eisenhower Executive Office Building with plans to paint it, lawsuit claims

The granite exterior of the historic building next to the White House wasn’t meant to hold paint, according to Cultural Heritage Partners, which is suing the president.

By Robert Freedman • Nov. 18, 2025

Coworking, flex space provide alternative revenue stream for workplace operators

Renting out spare meeting or event space can help keep costs down for tenants without impacting operations, a commercial real estate experience provider says.

By Joe Burns • Nov. 13, 2025

Office vacancies turn corner, driven by small occupiers: CBRE

Renewal rates are up as moving costs rise and inventory shrinks thanks to a slowdown in new construction, stepped-up demolition and more office conversions, the firm says.

By Joe Burns • Nov. 4, 2025

White House ballroom spotlights historic construction risks

Contractors who specialize in historic renovation projects say scope changes are far from rare, but the speed of the East Wing demolition is unique.

By Sebastian Obando • Oct. 31, 2025

AI will accelerate the end of brick and mortar’s reign: Amazon CEO

The domination of e-commerce is inevitable and will only come faster thanks to the emerging technology, even if physical stores represent opportunity for now, Andy Jassy told analysts Thursday.

By Daphne Howland • Oct. 31, 2025

New York City is having an office-to-housing conversion boom. Could Chicago be next?

Chicago has a higher downtown office vacancy rate than the Big Apple. Housing advocates say those buildings could help address the affordable housing shortage.

By Ryan Kushner • Oct. 27, 2025

White House ballroom teardown catches critics by surprise

When introducing its plans in July, the Trump administration said the East Wing would remain in place. The contractor overseeing the demolition is having to fend off angry messages, news reports say.

By Robert Freedman • Oct. 22, 2025

US office markets enter growth cycle as vacancy rates decline: JLL

Return to office mandates at a time when new construction is minimal are driving demand even for less-than-trophy assets, the firm says. 

By Joe Burns • Oct. 16, 2025