Entries by dmlwc

How design-build can help you with your food service project

The food service industry is constantly changing. Whether it’s to keep up with current trends or to meet a shift in demands, you will likely need to renovate your space. Nothing showcased the ongoing changes in the industry more than the COVID-19 pandemic. During a time when multiple businesses were forced to close their doors, […]

Avoid Problems with your Franchise Project by Planning Early

You wouldn’t start a business without creating a plan first, would you? There could be a myriad of issues that one wouldn’t be ready to handle, which could ultimately fail. The same applies to construction projects. That’s why it is important to have a series of tools in place to help avoid on-site issues. One […]

How design-build can prevent construction delays

Delays can be a hassle in everyday life. You could be on your way to work when traffic causes you to run behind. You may have to wait on your food longer than expected at a restaurant. An unexpected flat tire could create downtime on a road trip. But when it comes to construction, delays […]

Get More Bang for your Buck with Value Engineering

When it comes to spending money, most people would prefer to stretch their dollars as much as possible. Those looking to complete construction projects are no different. Building structures that fulfill a person’s vision can be costly. Disruptions in the supply chain and labor shortages over the past year haven’t helped project owners or construction […]

3 Ways COVID Changed Franchise Build-Outs

The COVID-19 pandemic took the world by storm and continues to be a topic of conversation. While business operations have begun returning to normal in East Tennessee, the effects of the pandemic will be felt for years to come. Business owners learned some valuable lessons about how the consumer is going to make decisions moving […]

Construction Trends to Look for in 2022

In the blink of an eye, 2021 flew by. The year brought plenty of twists and turns for everyone on a personal and professional level. From the continued fight against COVID to reintegrating back into the office space, adjusting became the new norm throughout the year. With those adjustments came new ideas and methodologies within […]