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Building codes are easily one of the more complicated aspects of any building project, but they save businesses from major lawsuits, getting denied by insurance and more. You may assume that a small renovation, like adding a bathroom or office to the back of your establishment, will go unnoticed. Yet, the real goal of building codes is to keep your …

The average tenant improvement allowance varies, and doesn’t necessarily include all costs. Tenant improvement allowances seem to be getting tighter, while costs associated with build outs continue to increase. This forces many tenants to dig into their own pockets to make necessary improvements. How Much Should Average Tenant Allowance Cover? Project costs may be covered by the TI allowance, but …

The first two steps to a successful office build out plan include estimating costs for space and building design and selecting the best general contractor for the job.  If you don’t hire a general contractor to oversee the build out you will have to find and hire different contractors for every single item on your to-do list. This gets tricky …

Most commercial buildings start off as blank spaces with 4 white walls, and with each new tenant comes a new ‘office build out’ to make the space fit with their exact needs. This type of project generally includes a lot of back and forth between the tenant and landlord. Build outs can include any structure, improvement or system installed within …

The most popular interior design materials of 2016 are well liked for good reason, they are affordable, eco-friendly, long lasting, durable and good looking.  The materials you use to outfit a commercial space make a statement about your business, what you do and what you stand for. Eco-friendly materials are set to lead the way in 2016 as more projects …