We have all heard stories of how online retail and e-commerce are changing the shopping world. And yes, it’s true that the ability to have nearly any product ordered and delivered through digital platforms has lowered the need for physical stores bursting with merchandise. Yet, you will find that despite the clickbait headlines announcing the… Read more »

We all know first impressions are important. Most research suggests that it only takes 7 to 30 seconds for people to form an impression of something. In fact, a very popular study by Princeton psychologists showed that people form impressions of a stranger in as little time as one-tenth of a second; the same study also demonstrated… Read more »

The annual estimated value of construction projects in the United States in 2021 was almost $1.6 trillion. Commercial or non-residential construction accounts for more than 60% of the total construction market in the US. While residential, industrial, and heavy civil are obviously important factions in their own right, they are different in several ways from the… Read more »

The restaurant industry is quite challenging, with high overhead costs and thin profit margins. If you are creating a restaurant from the ground up, it is essential to keep costs as low as possible. When starting a new restaurant venture, many entrepreneurs prefer to build from scratch rather than convert an existing space. Based on… Read more »

When retail spaces – such as shopping centers, malls, department stores, and standalone retail stores – are designed and built strategically, they can attract a lot of visitors. Poorly constructed retail spaces, on the other hand, can become a nightmare for any business. This may include attracting lawsuits, triggering loss of business, and even incurring… Read more »