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2024 Hospitality Construction Trends
Hospitality construction gets cultured Expect a resurgence in hospitality construction in the year ahead — fueled by growing travel demand and a shift toward experiences that merge luxury with personalization. The industry is not just rebuilding; it’s reimagining its spaces to offer guests something beyond the conventional. From urban hotels to resort destinations, the…
Optimizing senior independent living
Telehealth and in-home assisted living services make it more than a senior apartment. As seniors continue their life journey, finding services that meet their needs is essential to selecting a place to call home. Most want to remain independent for as long as possible, with many seeking the sense of community and access to amenities…
2024 Color Trends in Commercial Design
Here are the true hues in color trends Predicting color trends in commercial design is a tricky task, as we found out when we put our design and build team to the test last year. We researched exactly how experts predict color trends, then we examined existing and emerging forces that could influence color preferences,…
Factors Driving 2024 Design-Build Trends
Eight factors shaping 2024 design-build trends The blueprint of our world is undergoing a dynamic transformation. And the factors shaping 2024 design-build trends are as diverse as they are influential, touching every corner of our lives — from the way we work to the air we breathe. This evolution in building design is not just…
2024 Trend Report Shares Best Development Opportunities
DBS Group’s 2024 Trend Report is a crucial tool for business owners, real estate developers, and commercial property owners looking to maximize their commercial construction investments. It shares current market trends, highlights the most promising opportunities, and offers actionable insights to optimize design and construction on your next commercial build. Be sure to download this…
Interest rates and the commercial construction need gap
While some developers are pressing pause on projects, the need presses on When interest rates push upwards, it’s natural for developers to consider pressing pause on the projects in their pipeline, hoping to wait it out until rates ease up. As a design and build firm, we’ve watched this trend as interest rates have climbed…
Election year influence on commercial construction
Here’s what business owners and developers can expect Commercial real estate developers, as well as business leaders, are no doubt anticipating the upcoming election year with mixed feelings. As U.S. history continues a periodically volatile trend, it stands to reason that those on the front lines of business and industry are watching for indicators of…
Top 5 Blogs of 2023 Reflect the Times
As we bid farewell to 2023, it’s time to reflect on the topics and trends that captivated the minds of our readers. At DBS Group, we’ve always strived to bring you content that’s not only informative but also resonates with your interests and concerns. This year was no exception. Let’s stroll down memory lane and…
Universal design in senior housing
Inclusive design ensures accessibility in your senior living community To remain competitive in the marketplace, the design of the senior living community you plan to build must consider universal design. It’s an issue that can get lost in the many aspects of senior housing that an owner/developer and commercial construction general contractor must think about…
Senior Living Construction: Building for needs versus lifestyle
Consider the pros and cons of different senior living construction approaches Senior living construction for the future of senior living can be challenging. Current economic uncertainty, workforce labor availability and lending environment aside, there’s the core issue of what, exactly, to build. We know the silver tsunami is imminent, but which is the developers’ true…