AIA Names Winners of 2021 Small Project Awards
Washington, DC, June 28, 2021—The American Institute of Architects (AIA) has recognized exceptional designs with its 2021 Small Project Awards.
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CARE Increased California Carpet Recycling Rate to 26% in Q1
Sacramento, CA, June 25, 2021—Carpet America Recovery Effort’s (CARE) California Carpet Stewardship Program extended its solid recovery in Q1 2021, with continued increases in the collection and recycling rates.
Consumer Sentiment Rose 3.1% in June
Ann Arbor, MI, June 25, 2021-Consumer sentiment rose 3.1% in June to 85.5, according to Final Results from the Survey of Consumers.
Shaw Names Jason Thiry VP of Commercial Sales
Dalton, GA, June 25, 2021-Shaw Industries, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway, announced that Jason Thiry, divisional vice president of the company’s commercial north central division, has transitioned into the role of vice president of commercial sales, effective June 1.
Construction Employment Declined in May
Washington, DC, June 25, 2021-Construction employment in May remained below the April level in 40 states and the District of Columbia, according to an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of government employment data
Personal Income Slid 2.0% in May, Spending Inched Up
Washington, DC, June 25, 2021-Personal income decreased $414.3 billion (2.0%) in May, according to estimates released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.
Eviction Moratorium Extended Through July
New York, NY, June 25, 2021—"The Biden administration has issued a monthlong extension of a moratorium, through July, on the eviction of tenants who have fallen behind on their rent during the pandemic, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said on Thursday,” reports the Wall Street Journal.
Architecture Billings Index Rose to 58.5 in May
Washington, DC, June 23, 2021—Demand for design services from U.S. architecture firms continues to grow at a vigorous pace, according to a report from The American Institute of Architects (AIA).
Cali Acquired by U.K.'s Victoria
Worcestershire, UK, June 24, 2021-Victoria, England-based designers, manufacturers and distributors of flooring, announced the further expansion of its existing North American distribution business with the acquisition of Cali Bamboo Holdings.
GDP Steady at 6.4% in Q1, According to Third Estimate
Washington, DC, June 24, 2021—Real gross domestic product (GDP) increased at an annual rate of 6.4% in the first quarter of 2021, according to the third estimate released by the Bureau of Economic Analysis.