FRIDAY5 – January 12, 2018

The American Institute of Architects Economics and Market Research Group is expecting a strong start to the year based on data collected within the reports of the Architecture Billings Index (ABI), which indicates a large increase from 51.7 for October to 55.0 in November.  The ABI is a leading economic indicator for nonresidential construction activity. 

To view highlights for project inquiries, design contacts, and regional averages, click here. 
 

After a hectic year in 2017, design leaders are planning on taking 2018 by storm. Breaking the rules and facing new challenges is the name of the game.  Fast Co. Design asked many influential designers and leaders what trends and forces they believe will shape the upcoming year and compiled a list of the 9 big design trends we should expect to see in 2018.  To view more comments on what this coming year will bring, click here.
 

RapidMaterials, an e-commerce company and source for building materials supplies, published an informative blog about the recent winter weather experienced across the country, which focused on the importance of snow retention systems. 

To learn how you can protect your homes and businesses using snow retention systems, read more at RapidMaterials.