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Architecture Billings Index: 2024
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NEMA Industry Survey: Steady with a Dash of Caution
Future outlook dips slightly amidst economic and political uncertainties
Commercial Project Planning Stumbles in March
Major projects in Texas, Virginia and South Carolina bolster commercial planning despite broader slump
6 Key Takeaways from Signify's Annual Report
In a down year, the United States underperformed vs. Rest of World
NEMA Panel Expresses Cautious Optimism
Business confidence survey reveals a tempered but hopeful outlook.
C&I Building Starts Dip Slightly to Begin 2024
Large projects get rolling in Utah, Texas and Michigan
Design Billings Soften for Sixth Consecutive Month
This now marks the lengthiest period of declining billings since 2010–2011
NEMA Survey Reveals Continued Industry Confidence
The current conditions index hits a four-month high, signaling cautious optimism
Architecture Firms Face Continued Decline in Billings
All sectors finish 2023 on down note, but new project inquiries tick up slightly
Construction Starts Grow 20% in December
$800+ million mega projects get rolling in Texas and Illinois
C&I Planning Activity Remains Robust Going into 2024
Large $400+ million projects get rolling in Texas, Alabama and Minnesota
Pulse of Lighting: The Latest Report
Pulse of Lighting reveals continued sluggishness to end '23 and cautious optimism for '24.
Industry Confidence Rises Amid Economic Challenges
Despite inflation concerns, the Electroindustry Business Confidence Index shows marked improvement
Business Conditions Remain Soft at Architecture Firms
The West faces significant challenges, marked by the lowest figures and nine consecutive months of decline
NEMA: Industry Optimism Reaches New Heights
Rising interest rates emerge as a potential dampener on electroindustry demand
Construction Starts Drop 7% in October
Large $350+ million projects get rolling in Idaho, West Virginia and New York
Design Billings: Continuing Trend of Decreasing Demand
Commercial and multifamily sectors hit hard in October 2023 ABI report
Warehouse Planning Helps Keep Construction Momentum Steady
Other large $200+ million projects get rolling in Missouri, Oregon and Nevada.
Latest NEMA Report Shows Uptick in Business Confidence
Optimism in electrification and construction sectors drives positive outlook despite geopolitical tensions
Megaproject Delays Lead to 6% Construction Dip
Some large projects still get rolling including $350+ million ventures in Georgia, Wisconsin and Arizona
Architecture Billings Index Reaches Lowest Point Since 2020
Activity in Western U.S. contracts for the seventh consecutive month
Current Undergoes Strategic Reorganization
Restructuring results in layoffs, aims for heightened operational efficiency
Commercial Planning Slows Down; Institutional Pushes Ahead
Three projects, each valued at $400M+ get rolling in California
Pulse of Lighting: The Latest Report
Pulse of Lighting survey revealed a continued sluggishness in the US lighting market, barely showing positive on a national basis
Industry Confidence Report Highlights Optimism & Concerns
Despite economic fluctuations, industry confidence shows steadfastness in September
Trends Indicate a Slowdown in Architecture Billings
Activity in Western U.S. contracts for the sixth consecutive month
Architecture Billings: Stable
C&I activity strengthens a smidge, while multifamily projects slow their pace
Confidence Survey Captures Industry’s Mood Swings
Future conditions component suggests growth ahead
Architecture Billings: Stable
Architecture firms reported flat billings in June, according to the latest Architecture Billings Index (ABI) from the American Institute of Architects (AIA)
2023 Construction Pace Robust, but Expected to Slow in 2024
We are possibly in the midst of record construction spending, but will inflation undermine the boom?
Construction Pace Slows Due to Institutional Planning Downturn
$280+ million projects get rolling in Massachusetts, Virginia and North Carolina
Encouraging Shift in Industry Confidence
Current stability and cautious optimism shown by NEMA Index
Pulse of Lighting: The Latest Report
David Gordon shares insights into why lighting sales seem to be fading
Architecture Billings Bounce Back
Architecture Billings Index indicates rebound in May business conditions
Commercial and Institutional Planning Face Divergent Trends
$400+ million projects get rolling in Nebraska, Arizona and Tennessee
Shrinking Inventories and Economic Uncertainty Erode Industry Confidence
Lowest NEMA industry confidence index recorded since 2020 lockdowns
Architecture Billings Index Reflects Continued Weakness
Midwest U.S. activity ticks up while Multi-Family design billings drop again
Debt Ceiling Breach Would Impact Construction Starts
Construction economist describes potential impact of debt ceiling woes
Sluggish Office, Hotel and Retail Activity Affect C&I Outlook
$250 million projects get rolling in California, Arizona and Colorado
China, India Central to Signify's Strategy
CEO Eric Rondolat outlines commitments to Asian markets and economies
After 5 Months of Decline, Design Billings See Uptick
Midwest is the strongest among the regions. Multifamily continues to lag.
Survey Reveals No Major Shift in Industry Confidence
Slight decline in optimism accompanied by predictions for unchanged market conditions
Architectural Billings Continue to Decline
Continued strength in Mixed Practice. C&I, not so much.
Industry Confidence Brightens Considerably
February survey reveals more optimism among electroindustry manufacturers
C&I Planning Activity Ticks Upwards
Large $375+ million projects get rolling in Wisconsin, California and Michigan
Design Billings Decline at Beginning of 2023
Promising activity in Midwest & West. Mixed practice continues rebound.