Demand for architectural design services in the Midwest rose only slightly in February, reflecting continued weakness in the region, according to the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Architectural Billings Index (ABI).
Although the Midwest index rose more than a point, to 47.6, in February, a score of 50 or higher is required to denote increased demand for design work. By comparison, the national index remained flat, rising from 50.4 to 50.7 between January and February.