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Properly planning for a construction project is a tremendous undertaking, and should be left to the professionals to properly set expectations including unforeseen hiccups that may occur. There is no way to be one hundred percent prepared for the realities of a...

Capital improvement projects can be completed under numerous contractual methods. Two commonly applied delivery methods in public and private projects are design-build and design-bid-build. Design-Bid-Build (DBB) The traditional DBB project delivery method typically...

Undertaking a construction project is a daunting task, especially if it’s not one’s particular area of expertise. Selecting an experienced construction project manager will alleviate the stress and maneuver owners through the process. At Creative Builds, that’s what...

Millennials have made a big impact on today’s office life and work style. And since many offices have come to be a reflection of the company culture, the millennial effect is also impacting the physical office, interior design, and furniture.The following trends are...

Tenant improvements can be the most expensive part of outfitting a new restaurant. Restaurant kitchens must be plumbed to code and must have ventilation systems that effectively remove heat and odors. In addition, restaurants typically require electrical upgrades and...

In the midst of deciding on, and budgeting for, the kind of leadership needed for a commercial real estate project, the question that often arises is: “What is the difference between a project manager and a construction manager?” Real estate project management firms...

Design-builders provide owners with a single point of contact for both the design and construction phases of a project. One entity holds single-source responsibility and contractual risk for every aspect of a build — from pre-construction to architecture, construction...

The answer is almost always: yes, you need a building permit. Permits are the way the city of San Diego regulates construction. This is designed to ensure that all construction in the city is safe – the safety of the occupants of buildings is the primary reason for...

When leasing or buying new commercial space, you may run across the following terms: Grey Shell and Vanilla Shell. Many people are confused about the difference between the two. While each situation is different, the following are basic definitions of the two and what...

Pre-bid job walks are typically held during the bid/proposal preparation period, is more important than it may seem. Usually, the invitation to bid contains instructions and information relating to a pre-bid job walk site inspection. Complying with these instructions...