RECA's November Ideas Forum featured a look at new marketplace-style projects in Austin.

Among other things, the proposed formula could require a parkland dedication that is larger than the site itself.

While Silicon Valley gets most of the attention, there are plenty of other areas that are equally conducive to launching a startup. Yes, Silicon Valley is filled to the brim with resources, but it’s also expensive and over saturated. If you really want to provide your startup with a strong foundation, consider one of the following cities.

Construction project data provider BidClerk, in its BidClerk Construction Index (BCI), reported a significant third-quarter boost in construction activity in Texas, Florida, Washington, DC, Pennsylvania and the Southwestern U.S. from the second quarter.

The City Council recently approved an ordinance that will require some construction projects to recycle or salvage at least half of their waste scraps, such as concrete, metal and lumber, starting Oct. 1, 2016. Similar rules for demolition sites will go into effect in 2019.

The Dell Seton Medical Center has hit a big milestone: on Nov. 12, the building officially "topped out" when the highest beam in the structure was put into place.

How can apartments be high-tech? Monogram’s people tell us the units feature Nest thermostats and Google Fiber Optics (which will be integrated throughout the community early next year) and an electric car-charging station.

Houston, perhaps most known around the world as an energy and industrial juggernaut, is in the middle of a green-tinged makeover that has included beautifying public spaces with parks and making it easier to walk and bike to them. Biden praised these quality-of-life efforts, saying they have coaxed more workers into moving here, and urged other cities to emulate Houston.

PARD and TBG are seeking input on the potential amenities, shade, food vendors, parking, bicycle connectivity, and other elements that may ultimately be incorporated into the project.

The U.S. construction industry is in the midst of an ongoing skilled labor shortage, with 86% of contractors, according to the Associated General Contractors of America, reporting difficulty in finding qualified trade workers and other skilled employees.

Baby Boomers and Millennials are driving the healthcare bus, making hospitals less relevant and community health centers the place where people are getting most of their healthcare.

Not all old buildings are landmarks, but they can still play a critical role in reviving languishing communities.

Some multifamily properties are providing free bike-share programs for residents since many don’t want to drive anymore...

Digital Trends's Chloe Olewitz presents a new breakthrough in solar cell technology: A research team from Michigan State University has created a completely transparent solar panel.

Tuesday, December 15
11:15 am - 1:00 pm

The Four Seasons Hotel
98 San Jacinto Blvd.

Thursday, February 4, 2016
6:30 pm - 11:30 pm

JW Marriott
110 E. Second Street

RECA’s signature event, the shindig to end all shindigs, the one that started it all...KNOCKOUT NIGHT! This black-tie, fundraising gala is complete with a cocktail reception and dinner, casino gaming, entertainment and more! Sponsoring this event is a wonderful outreach opportunity to position you and your company to existing and potential customers and contacts. Proceeds from this event fund RECA's continued operations as the leading voice for commercial real estate.