The American Institute of Architects Colorado Chapter has merged its state chapter and four local chapters into a single entity, AIA Colorado. The move is part of the national AIA Repositioning Initiative, and the Colorado Chapter is a proving ground for the innovative approach. “This restructuring will cut administrative red tape and free up human capital,” said Cathy Rosset, executive vice president and CEO of AIA Colorado. “It allows us to focus more robust resources on outreach, advocacy and knowledge—both locally and statewide.” Through a newly established Programs Evaluation Committee, more than 200 AIA programs and services are also undergoing a
New methods of project delivery are changing the face of project procurement. But what is the role of small or medium-size regional contractors in alternative project delivery (APD)? While the newer methods were initially used primarily on large projects, more and more owners are seeing the value of APD on smaller projects as well. APD allows owners more flexibility to accelerate the project time line, identify and mitigate risks, incorporate greater innovation and receive the overall best value. Related Links: Dramatic Increase in the Use of BIM W.W. Clyde Awarded Two Major Projects APD is a growing industry trend. Yet
2013 Top Starts in the Mountain States 2013 Top Starts in the Mountain StatesRank Project Location Project Cost ($ Mil.) Start Date/ End Date Owner/ Prime Contractor1Cherokee Combined Cycle ProjectDenver530May 2013 Oct. 2015Xcel Energy ServicesKiewit Power Constructors2I-225 Rail LineAurora, Colo.350March 2013Jan. 2015Regional Transportation District Kiewit Infrastructure3Charles Schwab’s Colorado Campus, Phase 1 Lone Tree, Colo.165April 2013Aug. 2014Charles SchwabMortenson Construction4St. Anthony North Health Campus Westminster, Colo.118May 2013March 2015Catholic Health Initiatives/Centura HealthGE Johnson Construction Co.5Utah Performing Arts CenterSalt Lake City116Oct. 2013May 2016Salt Lake City, Salt Lake CountyLayton Construction Co.6Xcel Pawnee CACJBrush, Colo.114Jan. 2013Aug. 2014Xcel EnergyTIC-The Industrial Co.7Woodward Lincoln Avenue, Phase 1Fort Collins, Colo.112Aug.
The $50-million, 200,000-sq-ft, Class A build-to-suit office building has indoor and outdoor environments that appeal to the well-educated, ecologically savvy employees who work at companies like Google or Apple.
The list of the biggest projects to begin construction last year across the Mountain States bucks a national trend toward more private-sector work and a decline in public-sector starts. It also signals at least a temporary lull in new megaprojects across the five-state region. A surge of residential and commercial projects has helped to offset weaker levels of nonbuilding starts as many of the region's large highway and water projects have been recently completed. Related Links: Mortenson Toops Out Schwab Campus Denver Broncos Break Ground on New Practice Facility The 2013 starts list contains a healthy mix of infrastructure, energy,
ENR Mountain States continues its 2014 series on "Things to Watch" across the region: projects, people, firms and trends that may have ripple effects on the industry. This second installment offers more of the things we consider worth watching. Related Links: CDOT Selects U.S. 6 Design-Build Team CDOT Selects U.S. 6 Design-Build Team Colorado Ranked 8th in the U.S. in LEED400 projects awaiting approvalThe U.S. Green Building Council has ranked Colorado eighth in the nation in LEED projects in 2013, down from third overall in 2012 and second in 2011. But the state certified 124 LEED projects last year, compared
Denver architecture firm RNL has appointed John Yonushewski, principal, to the role of chief operating officer and David Carnicelli to studio lead for the firm's private-sector architecture studio. Ian Roth has been promoted to director of building information modeling, and Jeff Anglada has been named director of RNL's Los Angeles office. Merlin Maley has been promoted to associate principal and Western region transit director, and Ken J. Anderson, associate principal, has been elevated to Eastern region transit director. Marc Herndon has also been promoted to associate principal. Dominic Weilminster and Matt Shawaker have been promoted to senior associates, and Leslie
As placemaking has become perhaps the essential element in creating value in today’s retail environment, can older shopping centers legitimately compete? The answer is a resounding yes, as outdated shopping centers from coast to coast have been reborn through updated graphics, lighting, signage, landscaping improvements and minor architectural updates—all of which have served to increase consumer traffic and convince shoppers to stay longer and spend more. The question is why? If most of us inherently see things such as wall murals, new landscaping and improved signage as decoration, why do these elements attract shoppers in sufficiently high numbers to transform
The demand for skilled labor is a growing challenge for the construction industry. Last fall, the Associated General Contractors of America reported that 74% of firms across the country had difficulties finding qualified skilled labor. That, coupled with a rapidly aging workforce, presents significant risks for contactors. The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services reports that more than 10,000 people per day will turn 65 over the next 19 years. The construction industry has seen a dramatic 54% increase in employment by individuals within this demographic since 1985; therefore, the industry is anticipating a significant number of workers will head
Construction materials prices expanded 0.5% in March and are up 1.1% from March of last year, according to the U.S. Dept. of Labor’s April 11 producer price index release. Nonresidential construction materials prices are up 0.4% for the month and are 1% higher than the same time one year ago. “Despite the increase in materials prices, this report does not signal a period of much higher inflation,” said Associated Builders and Contractors Chief Economist Anirban Basu. “While it is true that there were significant increases in overall monthly inflation for both the broader economy and for construction, only a handful
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