The devastating fires in Los Angeles at the beginning of 2025 serve as a reminder of our communities’ vulnerability to these destructive forces. Homes and businesses were reduced to ashes, leaving countless people displaced and traumatized. While the immediate focus remains on recovery and support for those affected, this tragedy highlights our built environment and…
The COVID-19 pandemic (the “Pandemic”) triggered a series of events that turned the commercial construction industry upside down. Nationwide government lockdowns that started in March of 2020 yielded increased demand for materials, supply chain disruptions, labor shortages, and a long inflationary period, sending construction costs through the roof. This perfect storm caused unprecedented construction prices…
by Jake Palmer Signage has been an important part of the retail industry since its inception. Merchants across ancient Egypt, Rome and Greek city states hung signs outside their shops to market goods sold in their stores. Fast forward to the mid-20th century, and shopping center signage became exciting and vibrant while incorporating neon and…