Construction Industry Trends
The U.S. Hospital Construction Market Is Surging — And These Projects Prove It
From OhioHealth's Dublin Methodist expansion to Samaritan's $225M replacement hospital in WA, hospital construction is surging. See the latest project news and 2026–2029 market forecast from Terrapin Construction Group.
Choosing the Right Delivery Method: A Developer’s Guide to Cost Plus, GMP, and the Hybrid Model
Choosing the right contract is the foundation of a successful build. We break down Cost Plus, GMP, and the TCG Hybrid model to help owners navigate risk and transparency in complex commercial commercial projects.
The 5 Hottest Metro Areas for Commercial Development in 2026
Dallas-Fort Worth has claimed the #1 spot in commercial real estate investment attractiveness for five straight years — and Atlanta, Phoenix, Nashville, and Miami are not far behind. Here is where the largest U.S. commercial construction pipelines are concentrated in 2026, and what it means for developers, owners, and contractors planning their next move.
2026 Cost Guide: Indoor Cannabis Cultivation Facility Buildout — Total All-In Costs for 20,000+ SF Operations
In 2026, the cannabis operators who survive aren't the ones with the best genetics — they're the ones who built smarter. This guide breaks down every line item in a 20,000+ SF indoor cannabis cultivation facility buildout, from HVAC and lighting to IMP walls, polyaspartic floors, fertigation, and the soft costs most operators underestimate until the first invoice lands.
IMP Installation Labor: What Should You Actually Pay Per Square Foot?
In 2026, IMP material gets all the attention on the pro forma — but it's the installation labor that determines whether your building envelope actually performs. This guide breaks down what drives IMP installation costs from $8.50 to $12.50+ per square foot, what separates a $8.50 install from a $12.50 install, and why the cheapest bid is almost always the most expensive decision.
2026 Cost Guide: Epoxy & Polyaspartic Floor Coatings - Installed Cost Per Square Foot
In 2026, selecting the right resinous floor system is as much a financial decision as it is a performance one. This guide breaks down real-world material, labor, and all-in costs for epoxy, polyaspartic, and hybrid systems across commercial and industrial applications — with strategies to avoid the most expensive mistake in the industry: installing the wrong system for the environment.
