The Irish Independent's View: Digging ourselves out of housing hole is a formidable taskInfrastructure deficits pose a critical threat to the economy, severely impacting housing, transport, energy, and water.
The 2024 election is an opportunity to modernize our transportation systemThe future of America's transportation system may undergo substantial change depending on the outcome of the upcoming election and evolving economic conditions.
'Good' progress at major development, despite review into delaysSavills is reviewing the financial viability of the Edmonton project amidst delays and challenges in home delivery.
Backlash from councils over Rayner housing targetsLocal councils believe the government's goal of building 1.5 million homes is unrealistic due to infrastructure and planning challenges.
The Irish Independent's View: Digging ourselves out of housing hole is a formidable taskInfrastructure deficits pose a critical threat to the economy, severely impacting housing, transport, energy, and water.
The 2024 election is an opportunity to modernize our transportation systemThe future of America's transportation system may undergo substantial change depending on the outcome of the upcoming election and evolving economic conditions.
'Good' progress at major development, despite review into delaysSavills is reviewing the financial viability of the Edmonton project amidst delays and challenges in home delivery.
Backlash from councils over Rayner housing targetsLocal councils believe the government's goal of building 1.5 million homes is unrealistic due to infrastructure and planning challenges.
Grand Designs couple struggle with ambitious 'floating home' built on waterHoward and Sarah's innovative floating home concept faces significant technical challenges despite their optimism.
Experts: How Harris and Trump's plans could impact housing affordabilityThe housing market's affordability crisis is exacerbated by supply shortages and high prices, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for many Americans.
Leave the 'Retirement Meccas' While You Still CanRebuilding homes in popular retirement areas is becoming prohibitively difficult and expensive for many retirees.
Planning for 20,000 homes to expire over next two yearsCurrent housing targets are not being met, with a significant shortfall in new home commencements and completion rates.There are serious concerns about the viability of apartment developments due to planning regulations and construction costs.
Loan officer: I'm seeing more homebuyers with $8K to $10K mortgage paymentsThe pandemic surged demand for housing, leading to a 53.4% price increase by 2024 amid rising mortgage rates and declining affordability.
Experts: How Harris and Trump's plans could impact housing affordabilityThe housing market's affordability crisis is exacerbated by supply shortages and high prices, making homeownership increasingly unattainable for many Americans.
Leave the 'Retirement Meccas' While You Still CanRebuilding homes in popular retirement areas is becoming prohibitively difficult and expensive for many retirees.
Planning for 20,000 homes to expire over next two yearsCurrent housing targets are not being met, with a significant shortfall in new home commencements and completion rates.There are serious concerns about the viability of apartment developments due to planning regulations and construction costs.
Loan officer: I'm seeing more homebuyers with $8K to $10K mortgage paymentsThe pandemic surged demand for housing, leading to a 53.4% price increase by 2024 amid rising mortgage rates and declining affordability.
I've found a plot with planning consent - do I have to build the approved design?You can apply for a new design on a building plot even after planning consent is granted.
22-Story, Mostly Affordable Tower Nears Final Approvals In Lower Nob HillDeveloper Patrick McNerney's project in Lower Nob Hill creatively tackles funding challenges while prioritizing affordable housing.
Legal challenge confronts Portland's $2.1 billion water filtration plantThe Portland Water Bureau's filtration plant project faces new challenges despite prior approvals due to environmental concerns.
Perfect storm' blocking thousands of desperately needed social homesEngland's housing crisis is deepening, with over a million families waiting for social homes and insufficient construction to meet demands.
2 swing states show why the US is struggling to build enough housesHousing shortages and affordability issues in swing states threaten voters' economic stability ahead of elections.
Walters: Eye-popping construction costs intensify California's housing shortageCalifornia faces a severe housing shortage particularly impacting lower-income families, affecting the economy and contributing to high homelessness rates.
Office-to-homes conversions: London blocks hold fresh allure since shift to home-workingThe trend of converting office blocks into residential housing is growing but faces significant challenges.
Perfect storm' blocking thousands of desperately needed social homesEngland's housing crisis is deepening, with over a million families waiting for social homes and insufficient construction to meet demands.
2 swing states show why the US is struggling to build enough housesHousing shortages and affordability issues in swing states threaten voters' economic stability ahead of elections.
Walters: Eye-popping construction costs intensify California's housing shortageCalifornia faces a severe housing shortage particularly impacting lower-income families, affecting the economy and contributing to high homelessness rates.
Office-to-homes conversions: London blocks hold fresh allure since shift to home-workingThe trend of converting office blocks into residential housing is growing but faces significant challenges.
'We demolished a 1970s bungalow to create a modern home with sustainable features' - take a tour of this stunning spaceStephen and Helen Surtees built their ideal home from scratch after realizing existing homes didn't meet their needs.
The Levitae House In Mexico Has An Unusual Form That Seems To Cantilever Above The Mountain - Yanko DesignThe Levitae House impressively combines innovative design with complex structural elements, creating a unique architectural marvel that appears to float above its surroundings.
'We demolished a 1970s bungalow to create a modern home with sustainable features' - take a tour of this stunning spaceStephen and Helen Surtees built their ideal home from scratch after realizing existing homes didn't meet their needs.
The Levitae House In Mexico Has An Unusual Form That Seems To Cantilever Above The Mountain - Yanko DesignThe Levitae House impressively combines innovative design with complex structural elements, creating a unique architectural marvel that appears to float above its surroundings.
Machines will bore to HS2 terminus at EustonThe construction of HS2's final segment to Euston is underway with tunnel boring machines, following previous funding uncertainties.
There was a catalogue of errors but once we opened, we were on fire': how we made Fabric nightclubCreating Fabric involved overcoming numerous challenges including financial issues, structural complexities, and contractor failures, but it ultimately became a renowned underground nightclub.
If I had the power I'd destroy the whole thing': what went wrong with the ghost town of Disney-style castles?The once grand development is now a ghost town, illustrating the gap between ambition and reality.
Saudi Arabia's wild plan to build 11 futuristic soccer stadiums for the 2034 World CupSaudi Arabia is facing the challenge of constructing 11 new soccer stadiums, expanding four, and building 132 training venues before the 2034 World Cup.
Saudi Arabia's Neom project devolved into a wrestling match between bosses, report saysChaos and internal conflict among executives threaten the ambitious goals of Saudi Arabia's Neom megacity project.A physical altercation reflects mounting tensions as the pressure to deliver the $1.5 trillion Neom project increases.
Saudi Arabia's wild plan to build 11 futuristic soccer stadiums for the 2034 World CupSaudi Arabia is facing the challenge of constructing 11 new soccer stadiums, expanding four, and building 132 training venues before the 2034 World Cup.
Saudi Arabia's Neom project devolved into a wrestling match between bosses, report saysChaos and internal conflict among executives threaten the ambitious goals of Saudi Arabia's Neom megacity project.A physical altercation reflects mounting tensions as the pressure to deliver the $1.5 trillion Neom project increases.
Port Authority issued 'tough guy threats' against developer in 'mob movie' fight over World Trade: BookLarry Silverstein's battle with the Port Authority over Four World Trade Center highlights the complexities of rebuilding after 9/11.
'Optimistic and satisfied.' Outgoing California high-speed rail CEO reflects on tenureBrian Kelly reflects on leading California High-Speed Rail through scope, budget, and scheduling challenges during his tenure.
Miami-Dade voters approve fire station construction in South Beach's Flamingo ParkMiami-Dade County voters approved a referendum for a new fire station in Flamingo Park, demonstrating strong community support despite financial and logistical concerns.
The Orb At Google's Charleston East Campus Offers A Moment Of 'Productive Distraction' - Yanko DesignThe Orb at Google's Charleston East Campus, designed by The Very Many, offers a captivating blend of public and private spaces, providing a moment of serene distraction from the busy world.
Massport greenlights development at former Edison plantRedevelopment of former Edison Power Station at 776 Summer St. in South Boston includes 636 housing units, office spaces, and retail areas, taking over a decade to complete.