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American malls are going through drastic changes because of the pandemic. Before social distancing, traditional mall spaces were already losing retailers to online stores and home delivery. Plenty of decades-old established brands were closing brick-and-mortar sites and filing for bankruptcy. The coronavirus has worsened these problems. Mall owners need fresh ideas for refilling empty spaces.…

Many people think that getting any commercial construction contractor to work with is enough to get their projects completed. But in reality, it’s just a small part of a big equation. Getting the project started is one thing but seeing it through to completion is another. The entire process can be overwhelming. It requires intense…

Such an appointment brings vital management expertise and a raft of important benefits. Here are just three: An Owner’s Representative can keep you fully informed throughout and can speak your language rather than use all the in-job jargon that can make the simple seem so complex! Hire using their experience to make wise personnel choices…

Past experience is always a useful starting point when considering your choice of commercial contracting service for a new or expanding medical facility. However, your choice now is also likely to fall on those who appreciate that past measures might not be satisfactory in the current climate. The creation of new, or the expansion of…

Renovating your retail store may seem like a wrong move because of loss in productivity and high renovation costs. However, every retail store will require renovation at some point to improve sales. Retail store renovation is not only a huge investment that offers big returns, but it also increases customer satisfaction. Here are four reasons…

As a tenant, understanding tenant improvements can be challenging because leasing terms vary. Additionally, each type of real estate contract provides a range of opportunities to change paint, update appliances, or build onto a structure. Therefore, before calling your commercial construction contractor, you need to understand your tenant improvement allowance (TIA). This is the money…

It’s incredible, and for many companies, quite frightening, how much their business environment has altered in the few months since the pandemic first reared its head. This means that changes and renovations have to be made to many retail locations, and different requirements built into any additions or new builds. Our Image Builders team appreciate…

As a property owner, it can be tempting to DIY tenant improvements to configure your space for the needs of your client. However, a lot goes into tenant improvement construction, including planning, design, and construction cost estimation. And, if you’re new to construction, getting all these aspects right can be difficult and overwhelming. Your likelihood…

Buying a new commercial building can be overwhelming. Additionally, if you want to renovate it, or add onto it, having an accurate budget for the construction costs is essential. However, before making your offer, it’s wise to consult with a general contractor. A general contractor can create an accurate construction budget for you to help…