Industry Trends & Latest News

Construction safety starts before work begins, with proactive contractor prequalification, training, and clear risk-management processes. This article explores how self-rescue fall protection and digital safety tools help teams prevent incidents, improve visibility, and respond more effectively on the job site.

AI is helping commercial real estate teams improve building operations, analyze property data, anticipate maintenance needs, and provide more responsive tenant experiences. The article highlights how clean data, predictive analytics, and purpose-built AI agents can support better decisions while keeping human expertise at the center.

Cloud platforms, AI-assisted data access, drones, and reality capture tools are helping construction teams improve collaboration, documentation, and project visibility. These technologies reduce manual work and help experienced professionals focus on the decisions and relationships that drive successful project delivery.

Successful commercial and industrial site selection requires more than a good location - it demands a careful evaluation of zoning, site conditions, utility capacity, logistics, workforce access, and community fit. The article outlines the factors that help businesses identify feasible sites that can support long-term growth.

Tariffs can affect construction material costs, supplier pricing, availability, lead times, and overall project feasibility. This article shares strategies to help owners and project teams manage uncertainty through early collaboration, cost contingencies, alternative sourcing, and strategic pre-purchasing.

Data center real estate is expanding rapidly as cloud computing, digital services, and AI drive demand for greater computing capacity. The article examines how power availability, energy efficiency, utility connection timelines, and scalable infrastructure are becoming central to data center development and investment decisions.

Ascend at Greenfield, High Real Estate Group's newest multifamily residential community, has officially welcomed its first residents, marking a significant milestone in the continued growth of the Greenfield development in East Lampeter Township. 

SpringHill Suites® by Marriott Allentown/Bethlehem Center Valley recently celebrated the completion of a $2.5 million renovation.

This issue: C&I Council: 2026 Real Estate Outlook, How Master Planning Drives Successful Real Estate Development, Lancaster Market: Key Observations by Asset Class, Adaptive Reuse of Industrial Buildings: A Brief History and Modern Conversion Playbook

High Hotels Ltd., a subsidiary of High Real Estate Group, broke ground on a new Tempo by Hilton hotel in SouthSide Bethlehem, bringing Hilton’s contemporary lifestyle brand to the Lehigh Valley and further advancing the city’s growing arts and tourism district. 

High is excited to announce the 2026 Summer Concert Series in Greenfield. Join us for three epic summer celebrations.

On March 3, 2026, the High Corporate Environmental Health and Safety Team hosted its annual Safety Summit, which celebrates exceptional safety performance in 2025. 

On February 26, 2026, High Real Estate Group hosted and presented at the 40th annual meeting of the Commercial & Industrial Real Estate Council of the Lancaster County Association of Realtors.

This issue: Downsized, Optimized: Why U.S. Shopping Spaces Are Shrinking, Data Centers and the Growing Demand for Energy, Building Safer Projects Through Preparedness and Innovation, Navigating the Journey from Concept to Implementation to Optimization, AI Series: How Technology is Reshaping Construction

At Greenfield, a High Real Estate Group mixed-use community, our mission is clear: to cultivate an environment where people and businesses thrive to their fullest potential. This vision grew from our desire to create a shared space that brings together diverse businesses, individuals, and families—a community where collaboration and connection flourish. 

High Construction Company has been recognized with two Merit Awards at the ABC Keystone Excellence in Construction (EIC) Awards, an annual celebration of the region’s most outstanding construction projects. 

This issue: Creating Meaningful Spaces Through Community Collaboration, Designing for Demand, Strategic Site Selection for Commercial and Industrial Projects, How Tariffs Are Reshaping Construction Strategy, AI Series: Artificial Intelligence in Commercial Real Estate

SpringHill Suites Mt. Laurel has completed a comprehensive $2.6 million renovation of its 135-suite property located at 5000 Midlantic Drive.