Author: Caryn Norton
By Michael P. Walsh, Vice President, Elevator Construction Consultants (ECC) For decades, elevators have been the quiet backbone in the construction world—the intricate machine that allows our skylines to exist. Often first trades on-site and the last to leave, elevators support the way we live and move day-to-day. Yet, too many building specs are stuck in the past, anchored to outdated technologies that can’t meet the demands of tomorrow’s structures. Today, we stand at a technological crossroads. After decades of anticipation, the so-called “Smart Elevator Revolution” is no longer a promise. It’s here and it’s redefining how buildings function from the…
In the wake of the pandemic, we’ve seen a fundamental shift in how cities use space. Commercial tenants are prioritizing quality over quantity, leaving older office buildings underoccupied and underutilized. At the same time, an increase in healthcare investment and technological advancements have led to a surge life sciences growth across the nation. These two trends have set the stage for an unconventional solution: converting office buildings into lab space.
In this episode of Ask the Expert, Michael Signorile, Exterior Envelope Supervisor at Pavarini McGovern, explores the future of building façades, from design reviews to advanced technologies like BIPV and electrochromic glass, offering strategies to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient, and visually striking results.
In this episode of Ask the Expert, Michael Signorile, Exterior Envelope Supervisor at Pavarini McGovern, explores the future of building façades, from design reviews to advanced technologies like BIPV and electrochromic glass, offering strategies to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient, and visually striking results.
In this episode of Ask the Expert, Michael Signorile, Exterior Envelope Supervisor at Pavarini McGovern, explores the future of building façades, from design reviews to advanced technologies like BIPV and electrochromic glass, offering strategies to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient, and visually striking results.
By Brooks McDaniel, Senior Vice President, STO Building Group We’ve all seen the headlines about the office-to-residential conversion boom. From New York to San Francisco, policymakers and developers have embraced the narrative that underutilized office buildings could be the key to solving both housing shortages and commercial real estate distress. But as more projects make their way from concept to construction, a new trend is emerging: office-to-hybrid (or mixed-use) conversions. This approach involves retaining some office space, layering in residential, and integrating ground-floor retail or amenity space. Depending on the original asset, these types of transformations can be more feasible…
By Michael Walsh, Vice President, Elevator Construction Consultants (ECC) In construction, success is often measured in percent complete, square footage delivered, or inspections passed. But I believe the more valuable lessons come from what doesn’t go according to plan. At Elevator Construction Consultants (ECC), we’ve learned that failure, when approached with transparency and purpose, is one of the most powerful drivers of growth. In fact, we’ve built a business around it. Over the past seven years, ECC has overseen 291 final elevator inspections, passing 97% on the first attempt. That’s an impressive number, and yes, we’re proud of it. But…
In this episode of Ask the Expert, Michael Signorile, Exterior Envelope Supervisor at Pavarini McGovern, explores the future of building façades, from design reviews to advanced technologies like BIPV and electrochromic glass, offering strategies to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient, and visually striking results.
In this episode of Ask the Expert, Michael Signorile, Exterior Envelope Supervisor at Pavarini McGovern, explores the future of building façades, from design reviews to advanced technologies like BIPV and electrochromic glass, offering strategies to achieve high-performance, energy-efficient, and visually striking results.
Digitization is redefining construction procurement—transforming it from a transactional process into a strategic, data-driven engine for value, certainty, and performance. As supply chain volatility, sustainability demands, and accelerated schedules shape the industry, procurement is stepping into a leadership role powered by real-time data, predictive analytics, and integrated digital tools. Read more.