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National nonresidential construction spending decreased 0.1 percent in November, according to an Associated Builders and Contractors analysis of data published by the U.S. Census Bureau on Jan. 2. On a seasonally adjusted, annualized basis, nonresidential spending totaled $1.143 trillion.

Associated Builders and Contractors announced on May 23 the filing of a complaint in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Texas, Sherman Division, challenging the U.S. Department of Labor’s controversial final rule “Defining and Delimiting the Exemptions for Executive, Administrative, Professional, Outside Sales and Computer Employees,” which will change overtime regulations under the Fair Labor Standards Act.

The latest audio documentary on female architecture pioneers from BWAF sheds light on two women behind an unusual and groundbreaking studio founded in 1945, The Architects Collaborative.

Known for global leadership in setting public climate and sustainability policies, Buro Happold has led a remarkable new effort to redefine how Toronto’s public places provide respite from extremely hot weather — and cold winters, too.

The Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance has released the FGIA 2024/2025 Study of the U.S. Market for Windows, Doors and Skylights. The bi-annual report delivers timely information on residential and non-residential market trends and product relationships for both residential and non-residential fenestration products.

Luxury outdoor living brand Azenco Outdoor announced that it has been acquired by Hunter Douglas, Inc. The transaction closed this month will help Azenco Outdoor to establish a stronger local presence with vendors nationwide and new manufacturing locations.

Several Canadian topics will be offered throughout the Fenestration and Glazing Industry Alliance’s 2024 Summer Conference on June 3-6 in Montréal. Participants will receive a firsthand look at what to expect in the realm of plastic regulations throughout Canada, as well as the latest code and regulatory developments from an official within the Canadian government.

Associated Builders and Contractors issued the following statement on May 13 supporting United for Infrastructure’s 12th annual Infrastructure Week, which is May 13-17.

For five decades, developers of multifamily residential properties in the New York Metro area regularly turn to RKTB Architects for expertise and innovation in design and architecture, as well as for consultation on strategy when navigating the city’s labyrinthine zoning regulations and housing policies.