When the COVID-19 pandemic began spreading widely in spring 2020, there were many dark predictions about the impact on the economy. Even after the initial lockdowns were lifted and Congress passed the CARES Act to assist consumers and businesses, there were few...
From time spent together cooking, eating, doing homework, or just hanging out and talking, the kitchen is one of the most important rooms in a house: it is where the heart of the home beats the strongest. This was especially true during the height of the pandemic and...
Pittsburgh leads in robotics and autonomous systems research. By focusing on commercial growth, the region is poised to capture this sector’s incredible economic potential. Advancements in technology translate to new capabilities for industries and businesses...
It can be tough just to keep track of how many times Pittsburgh has appeared on various lists and in articles highlighting the country’s best places to live—and there’s good reason for these claims and accolades: Pittsburgh’s revitalized economy, cultural amenities,...
New residential construction plays several key roles in the U.S. housing market. New construction provides a way for growing cities to keep growing across all demographic groups. New construction has historically been the relief valve for a tight inventory of existing...
The pandemic has affected virtually every aspect of life, and the construction sector is no exception. As people got used to spending more time at home, either because of quarantine or more permanent remote work situations, they started putting more money and effort...
