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Features - January 2005

Developer of the Year

Touchstone experiments with bio-tech market
“Location Location Location” has long been the mantra for developers. But Touchstone Corp. has shown that creativity and cooperation can go a long way in making tough locations work. Full Story >>

Local Businesses Expect a Good Year

If Regulations Don't Stall Projects
The Northwest's reputation as the geographic region with the hardest hit economy after Sept. 11, 2001, is beginning to crumble, if local business owner's economic forecasting is correct. Full Story >>

Optimistic Outlook

Total construction starts expected to rise in 2005 despite cooling housing market.
On the heels of another strong year in construction, the construction industry is expected to see continued improvement in 2005 thanks to an improving commercial market. Full Story >>

Corrections Facilities See the Benefits of Sustainable Building

New Buildings will be Green
As inmate populations continue to rise, prison construction follows. Fortunately, states are finding ways to save money through sustainable building. Full Story >>

AIA Honors Outstanding 2004 Projects

McCaw Hall, Library Recognized
The jury of nationally known architects was impressed with the creativity and style of Northwest architectural firms. Full Story >>

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