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Bisnow ChicagoOct 7, 2026Market
Local Investor Pays $30M For Block 37 In Heart Of Downtown ChicagoThe acquisition of a 278K SF vertical mall signals potential repositioning and renovation, which often includes new retail and office casework.
Fredericksburg.comOct 7, 2026Market
Drew Middle School groundbreaking draws district communityBisnow ChicagoOct 6, 2026Market
Major Movie Studio Campus Breaks Ground: The Chicago Deal SheetA new movie studio campus with soundstages and offices will require significant custom millwork for production and office spaces.
Chicago YIMBYOct 6, 2026Market
Drive-Thru Canopy Demolished, Site Prep Underway, For Residential Tower At 605 Davis Street In EvanstonSite prep for a 29-story residential tower in Evanston indicates an upcoming high-rise project that will likely include custom millwork for lobbies and common areas.
The Center SquareOct 5, 2026Market
Illinois news in brief: $192 million MidAmerica Metrolink extension nears completion; Groundbreaking held for Metro East film studiosThe $192M Metrolink extension and film studio groundbreaking indicate major infrastructure and commercial development in the region.
Chicago TribuneOct 5, 2026Market
Construction kicks off on cancer center at Advocate Lutheran General Hospital in Park Ridgestarvedrock.mediaOct 5, 2026Market
Groundbreaking Date Announced For New Medical Office Building In Ottawanwitimes.comSep 26, 2026Market
Lake Central school board plans makeup days; East Chicago discusses ongoing school closureSchool closure discussions may impact future educational facility projects, a key sector for millwork shops.
Chicago TribuneSep 21, 2026Market
Groundbreaking for field house is latest expansion at St. Laurence High School in Burbank
National
Architectural Woodwork InstituteOct 7, 2026Trade
When Business Strategy Stops Working: 5 Strategic MovesStrategic moves for business owners are relevant for millwork shop owners navigating market changes.
Woodworking NetworkOct 6, 2026Trade
Holding company acquires CaseWorx, an architectural millwork firmThe acquisition of an architectural millwork firm signals consolidation in the industry, which may affect competition and pricing.
Woodworking NetworkOct 6, 2026Trade
Architectural Woodwork Institute Education Foundation awards $186,120 to 26 schoolsThe USMCA review may impact trade policies and material costs, affecting millwork supply chains.
Woodworking NetworkOct 6, 2026Trade
Felder Group opens new showroom in Atlanta areaFelder Group opening a new showroom in Atlanta indicates continued investment in the woodworking machinery market, which may affect equipment availability and pricing.
Office of the U.S. Trade RepresentativeOct 2, 2026Tariffs
USTR Seeks Public Comment on the 2027 Joint Review of USMCAUSMCA review could affect lumber and material tariffs, influencing bid pricing for millwork projects.
Architectural Woodwork InstituteSep 25, 2026Trade
Which CAD/CAM should we be on?Choosing the right CAD/CAM software is critical for efficiency and accuracy in millwork production.