Expansion of Engine 37 Continues Safely with GBCA Safety Protocols

The expansion of Engine 37, a historic , over 125-year old firehouse in Philadelphia, slowed down during COVID-19 response, but has been able to continue safely as an essential project.

Union Carpenters Light the Way

Members of Eastern Atlantic States Regional Council of Carpenters (EAS Carpenters) are lighting the way in construction: During COVID-19 response, they are working on essential projects following strict safety protocols

Philadelphia L&I Expands the Scope of “Emergency Work”

The Philadelphia Department of Licenses & Inspections has just expanded the scope of “Emergency Work” projects that are authorized to proceed under the current orders that regulate construction. Projects that

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia Raises Over $400,000 and Continues Building Oxford Green

Habitat for Humanity Philadelphia raised $405,267 through its Building Hope Virtual Lunch-In on Thursday, May 7, 2020! 1,461 people attended the virtual event, which featured the stories of some of

New Center for Women’s and Children’s Health Opens in Time for Mother’s Day

ChristianaCare Hospital recently opened its new Center for Women’s and Children’s Health in Newark, DE. The new center, built by Skanska USA Building, opened just in time for Mother’s Day,

Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections Revised Time Period Limitations

The Philadelphia Department of Licenses and Inspections released new updates, revising the work time period limitations on commercial and large residential projects. These revisions will permit adherence to safety requirements

Celebrate National Historic Preservation Month with the 2020 Preservation Achievement Award Winners

May is National Historic Preservation Month, and to celebrate, we’re recognizing GBCA members involved in award winning historic preservation projects. Congratulations to the winners of the 2020 Annual Preservation Achievement

Philadelphia Construction Project Guidelines Beginning May 1, 2020

Mayor Jim Kenney today announced an Executive Order detailing the resumption of construction activity in Philadelphia, in light of the Governor’s order allowing resumption statewide on Friday, May 1. Under

AIA Philadelphia Seeks Support for the Center for Architecture and Design

AIA Philadelphia Executive Director Rebecca Johnson is seeking financial support to help keep the Center for Architecture and Design open. From Rebecca Johnson and AIA Philadelphia: Dear Friends, Over the