New Facilities Construction

Planning a new non-residential building project is a lengthy process that should involve the strategic facility manager from the earliest stages. These articles examine noteworthy new buildings around the country.



Harbor Wetland, National Aquarium, Baltimore

A Floating Classroom: National Aquarium Unveils Harbor Wetland

Now open to the public, Harbor Wetland in Baltimore’s Inner Harbor used innovations developed at the National Aquarium to create a functional constructed wetland.
REI distribution center

REI Co-op Sets Standard For Sustainable Warehousing

Lebanon, Tennessee distribution center is largest LEED v4 Platinum industrial building in the Southeast and Tennessee's first certified facility.
Alliance Air Tijuana

Alliance Air Begins Building $121M Energy Efficient Manufacturing Facility

The commercial and industrial HVAC manufacturer broke ground this week for its 460,000-square-foot manufacturing facility in Tijuana, Mexico. The project will support sustainable data center growth across North America.
Hudson Yards, HSBC New York City

HSBC Launches New U.S. Headquarters At NYC’s Hudson Yards

Today, HSBC celebrated the opening of its new U.S. headquarters at The Spiral at Hudson Yards in New York City.

Medical Arts Pavilion Models Future Of Healthcare Architecture

By embracing visually-stimulating aesthetics and biophilic elements without sacrificing durability and systems efficiency, the Toby and Leon Cooperman Medical Arts Pavilion exemplifies healthcare architecture and design standards.
Salt Lake City

Elevate Commercial Roofing Opens Green Manufacturing Facility In Utah

Built with Elevate and Holcim materials, the manufacturer’s new LEED-certified manufacturing and distribution center in Salt Lake City will expand service to customers in the West.
Schneider Electric manufacturing

Schneider Electric Expanding Two Tennessee Manufacturing Facilities

Increased demand for Schneider Electric's energy management and automation products has spurred an $85 investment in Mt. Juliet and Smyrna, TN.
Hackensack Meridian Health, Metropark Station, healthcare facility

First Health, Wellness Center At A U.S. Transit Hub Rises In NJ

The $200M Hackensack Meridian Health and Wellness Center at Metropark will provide commuters with access to primary and specialty care, advanced imaging, phlebotomy, rehab, pharmacy, urgent care, and more.
Standout Facility Projects, Croisette Knight Frank

Standout Facility Projects In 2023

Five facility projects demonstrate an innovative approach to facility design in different industries.
National Pancake Day

Check Out This Fun Flapjack-Inspired Facility!

Today is National Pancake Day, and in honor of the hotcake-inspired holiday, Eggo has unveiled its House of Pancakes in Gatlinburg, TN.
Hawaii Energy

Hawaii Energy Project Supports Clean Energy, Resilience Goals

Ameresco will develop the 'Ūkiu Energy 40MW Renewable Energy Site, which will add critical grid reliability to Maui and move Hawaii closer to its clean energy goals.
New Construction

UL Solutions Adds UL Verified Healthy Building Mark For New Construction

New program advances indoor environmental quality in new building construction projects. 
Laminam, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada

New Laminam Facilities Reflect Commitment To Sustainability

Philip Eeles, President, Laminam North America discusses the company's current corporate expansion and its five new facilities across Canada and the U.S.
Mars Chicago

Mars Opens $42M Snacking R&D Hub In Chicago

Mars' new 44,000-square-foot facility in Chicago is the largest of its global Snacking R&D sites, will be powered 100% by renewable electricity.
Legrand Distribution Facility

Legrand Creates A State-Of-The-Art Distribution Facility

Legrand’s Senior Director of Logistics and Facility Manager share how the company’s new distribution facility came to Dayton, Ohio.
stage technology

Theater Case Study: Innovation Takes Center Stage

In Cincinnati, a facility manager unwraps a new $50 million theater that includes the latest and greatest in stage technology.
Jefferson Hotel Gingerbread Display

Feast Your Eyes On These Gingerbread Displays!

Craving a bit of holiday cheer? Check out the Historic Hotels of America's picks for the Top 25 Magnificent Gingerbread Displays of 2023.
Prince Harry, Navy SEAL Foundation

Navy SEAL Foundation Unveils Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility

Prince Harry and Meghan, The Duke and Duchess of Sussex, joined the Navy SEAL Foundation to commemorate its Warrior Fitness Program West Coast Facility grand opening.
REI Co-op

New Distribution Center Prioritizes Employee Experience, Climate Crisis

REI Co-op's new distribution facility in Tennessee serves 5.6 million members and more than 60 stores in Midwest and Southeast.
thermal energy storage

New Commercial Buildings Must Incorporate Sustainability-Minded Approach 

Thermal energy storage provides practical benefits in terms of load management and cost reduction, contributes to sustainability goals, and enhances a facility’s overall prestige.
Energy Incentives Webinar, Power Grid

Learn How To Capture Energy Incentives And Strengthen The Power Grid

Join us for this free webinar and learn how to to open new revenue streams, reduce energy costs, and advance sustainability goals at your facility with virtually no disruption to productivity.
facility resilience

Watch This: The Role Of Facilities Management In Handling Emergencies And Maintenance

This video webinar provides actionable strategies to safeguard your assets, protect lives, and ensure operational continuity.

[VIDEO] Job Order Contracting: Accelerating the Projects that Matter

This proven single-solicitation process accelerates project delivery while satisfying local bidding requirements. Learn all about Gordian’s JOC solutions .

Infrastructure Upgrades For Energy And Labor Savings: Scaling For Growth

How Arway Linen and Uniform is reducing water and energy consumption by 51%.