MetroIntelligence Economic Update by P. DUFFY Existing home sales edge up 0.2 percent in May, down 20.4 percent year-on-year Existing-home sales recorded a minor gain of 0.2% in May to a seasonally adjusted annual rate of 4.30 million. Sales retreated 20.4% from one year ago. The inventory of unsold existing homes grew 3.8% from the previous month to 1.08 million at the end of May, or the equivalent of 3.0 months’ supply at the current monthly sales pace. The median existing-home price for all housing types in May was $396,100,…
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Hiring An Architect? Questions To Ask First
For the client and the architect to have a better experience, understanding the process of hiring and working with an architect for new home construction or remodeling projects is key, as the process of hiring an architect for a custom home design, or for remodeling rooms and spaces in an existing home, can be rather intimidating. Though all professional services are relative, with vision and training, a space can be transformed into a place that evokes happiness for years to come. According to Acme Brick, “clients don’t need to have everything…
Read MoreEnergy-Efficient Homes Being Built in Titusville Neighborhood
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Read MoreNew York City Rebuilds $16.6M Corridor With Permeable Concrete
New York City Rebuilds $16.6M Corridor With Permeable Concrete A recently completed, $16.6 million infrastructure project in Queens used porous pavement to allow nearly 1.3 million gallons of stormwater to be absorbed back into the ground instead of flowing into the sewer… Read More Construction Dive https://www.constructiondive.com/news/new-york-city-rebuilds-16m-corridor-with-permeable-concrete/652999/
Read More5 Reasons Green Homes Need Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners
5 Reasons Green Homes Need Energy-Efficient Air Conditioners More people than ever have expressed a desire to live greener lifestyles. The OPEC conducted a survey that showed over half of people all over the world want to do more to help the planet. In the EPIC Survey… Read More Blue and Green Tomorrow https://blueandgreentomorrow.com/features/reasons-green-homes-need-energy-efficient-air-conditioners/
Read MoreCompletion of $19 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Oswego County
Completion of $19 Million Affordable and Supportive Housing Development in Oswego County Governor Kathy Hochul today announced the completion of a $19 million multigenerational affordable and supportive housing development in the Oswego County Village of Pulaski. Selkirk Landing offers 44… Read More Governor NY https://www.governor.ny.gov/news/governor-hochul-announces-completion-19-million-affordable-and-supportive-housing-development
Read MoreSmart Energy Tech Specialists Receive Government Funding To Speed Up Pursuit of a Net Zero Future
Smart Energy Tech Specialists Receive Government Funding To Speed Up Pursuit of a Net Zero Future A consortium of businesses led by smart energy tech pioneers Chameleon Technology has secured Government funding to develop innovative heat pump optimization technology designed to encourage… Read More BDC Magazine https://bdcmagazine.com/2023/06/smart-energy-tech-specialists-receive-government-funding-to-boost-consumer-confidence-in-heat-pumps-and-speed-up-pursuit-of-net-zero/
Read MoreGuide To Sustainable Building
Guide To Sustainable Building Sustainable living has become an increasingly important focus in today’s world, with individuals and communities alike seeking ways to reduce their carbon footprints. When it comes to building or renovating… Read More Redfin https://www.redfin.com/blog/sustainable-building-certifications/
Read MoreWhat Is Organic Architecture?
What Is Organic Architecture? Architecture has always been an art form that holds a lot of significance for traditions, religions, and cultures all around the globe. There is heavy importance in the spaces we spend day-to-day life, which is why… Read More House Digest https://www.housedigest.com/1317443/what-is-organic-architecture-how-it-is-used-today/
Read MoreTimber Can Be the Perfect Eco-Friendly Building Material
Timber Can Be the Perfect Eco-Friendly Building Material There are a lot of things that we need to take into consideration when choosing building materials to create an eco-friendly home. We obviously need to choose materials that will help make it more energy efficient… Read More Blue and Green Tomorrow https://blueandgreentomorrow.com/features/treated-timber-can-eco-friendly-building-material/
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