May 12, 2025

Midwest

Check out the May 12, 2025 edition of ENR Midwest, featuring bridge placement with helicopters at a Tahquamenon river park, Design firm of the Year, SmithGroup, Top Design Firms, Owner of the Year, news and more!

Digging Deeper | Landscape

Helicopter and Hand Tools Help Expedite Park Projects

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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Natural areas are protected during work that is aimed at providing access to attractions at Tahquamenon Falls State Park.

2025 Midwest Top Design Firms

Design Firms Flourish in 2024, Anticipate Uncertainties Ahead

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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ENR Midwest’s Top Design Firm ranking drew submittals from 118 companies, with total revenue climbing to $10.51 billion.

Top Design Firms | Midwest Design Firm of the Year

SmithGroup Thrives by Putting Clients First

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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Detroit-based SmithGroup sees Midwest regional revenue climb 14% in 2024.

ENR Midwest Owner of the Year

CPKC Stadium Ushers in a New Sports Era

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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A $140-million stadium for a women’s professional sports team is fueling other development in downtown Kansas City.

City Scoop | Cleveland

Adaptive Reuse Projects Bring New Life to Older Buildings in Cleveland

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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The modernization of older buildings is a strong focus for DLR Group in Cleveland and around the country.

Northwestern Mutual’s new corporate headquarters

City Scoop | Milwaukee

Milwaukee Industry Thrives Despite Challenges

Annemarie Mannion

May 5, 2025

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Data centers, advanced manufacturing and food and beverage are identified as hot market sectors in Milwaukee.

Midwest People: May 2025

May 5, 2025

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Updates about construction professionals in the Midwest region.

$7B Plan to Rebuild United Center Neighborhood Approved by Chicago City Council

Annemarie Mannion

February 19, 2025

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The City of Chicago has advanced a $7-billion, 15-year plan to redevelop 55 acres around Chicago's United Center with housing, retail, entertainment space and a public plaza.

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Midwest

May 12, 2025

Cover Story

Helicopter and Hand Tools Help Expedite Park Projects

Features

Design Firms Flourish in 2024, Anticipate Uncertainties Ahead

SmithGroup Thrives by Putting Clients First

CPKC Stadium Ushers in a New Sports Era

City Scoop

Adaptive Reuse Projects Bring New Life to Older Buildings in Cleveland

Milwaukee Industry Thrives Despite Challenges

People

Midwest People: May 2025

Events

$7B Plan to Rebuild United Center Neighborhood Approved by Chicago City Council

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