 Total construction will be down in 2011 but the long-term view is optimistic.
Designing with metal offers perhaps the widest array of choices within the construction industry. Metal is becoming a popular choice for architects, builders and designers who understand and embrace metal as a versatile design element.
Building with metal is quick, durable and long lasting, making it one of today's most sought-after building materials.
Value of Construction Put In Place
(by category, in millions)
| Lodging |
16,363 |
15,381 |
16,150 |
17,281 |
18,663 |
| Office |
41,557 |
39,894 |
41,490 |
43,980 |
46,618 |
| Commercial |
40,806 |
38,357 |
40,659 |
43,505 |
47,421 |
| Health Care |
46,244 |
47,169 |
51,886 |
57,593 |
65,080 |
| Educational |
99,839 |
102,834 |
111,061 |
122,167 |
135,606 |
| Religious |
5,502 |
5,612 |
5,780 |
5,954 |
6,251 |
| Public Safety |
14,968 |
15,417 |
16,033 |
16,835 |
17,677 |
| Amusement and Recreation |
15,155 |
15,458 |
16,077 |
16,720 |
17,890 |
| Transportation |
36,720 |
38,924 |
41,259 |
44,147 |
48,120 |
| Communication |
18,475 |
19,214 |
20,175 |
21,385 |
22,668 |
| Manufacturing |
48,614 |
40,350 |
41,964 |
43,642 |
47,134 |
Source: FMI's Construction Outlook, First Quarter 2010
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