Although former President Barack Obama has been credited with coining the phrase "shovel ready," the term goes back to at least 1995, and the concept itself is likely older than that. A shovel...
Sitting squarely at the intersection of living and working during a pandemic and national discussions about equity, diversity, and inclusion is the topic of online accessibility. As even more of...
As the 2020 hurricane season continues to churn and other potential problems loom, now is the time to put disaster preparedness at the front of your planning....
When utility owners have a comprehensive view of their systems, they can look ahead for creative ways to plan for future projects. The City of Sanford is doing just that: with the...
Are you aching to feel the sand between your toes? Check out the sights along the coast or inland? Enjoy some food and drinks from hot spots favored by the...
Construction and engineering firms continue to face unique project circumstances as the coronavirus outbreak persists. Construction in North Carolina was deemed essential at the onset of Governor Roy Cooper’s shelter-in-place orders in late March 2020....
American ethos is continually evolving. The national urban–rural divide is increasingly attracting the attention of developers in North Carolina and the Southeast. Rural areas are beginning to see a demographic shift as they market...
In a post-COVID-19 world, buyers, builders, and designers will be re-envisioning how we use familiar spaces. Those who have shifted to working, teaching, or child-rearing primarily or entirely from home have had a...
We are rapidly approaching the home stretch of 2020, with the fourth quarter looming just on the horizon. As the firm’s Chief Strategy Officer, this is normally a very busy...
The world is seeing sensors integrated into every aspect of our lives, from dusk-to-dawn sensing elements on outdoor lights to Bluetooth meat temperature detectors. Combining various sensors with wireless network technology has made it possible...