Construction

Norco, along with St. Luke's and an anonymous donor, have contributed funds to help construct a new health science building at the College of Western Idaho Nampa campus. (ILLUSTRATION: COURTESY CWI)
Jul 22, 2026

Norco and St. Luke’s invest in CWI health care education in Treasure Valley

Norco Inc. and St. Luke’s Health System invest in College of Western Idaho to enhance health care education and rename the Nampa health building.

This illustration shows how the completed project will appear. (ILLUSTRATION: COURTESY CCDC)
Jul 22, 2026

CCDC breaks ground on new parking and commercial space in downtown Boise

The Capital City Development Corporation has started construction on a new public parking facility and commercial space at 1010 W. Jefferson Street in downtown Boise.

The view from the Boise Post restaurant atop the AC Hotel Boise Downtown & Elemeent by Marriott overlooks the downtown area. (PHOTO: AC HOTEL BOISE)
Jul 20, 2026

Downtown Boise’s latest property combines a European-style hotel and extended stay in one location

The AC Hotel Boise Downtown and Element by Marriott offer 296 rooms in a combined luxury and extended stay property in downtown Boise.

The Union 93 project in downtown Meridian at Broadway and Main streets was halted in September of 2022. Currently, there is a trial set for September of this year over money owed to contractors and subcontractors of the project. (PHOTOS: Marc Lutz, IBR)
Jul 14, 2026

Ahlquist and Pacific Companies revive downtown Meridian with Heritage Square mixed-use project

Ahlquist and The Pacific Companies plan Heritage Square, a mixed-use development in downtown Meridian featuring office, retail, residential towers, and public plazas.

The Chobani headquarters building was designed and built with sustainable practices in mind. (PHOTO: MARC WALTERS PHOTOGRAPHY)
Jul 13, 2026

How sustainable construction is transforming Idaho

Sustainable construction in Idaho is evolving with integrated design, solar strategies, and low-carbon materials to reduce carbon footprints and improve building performance.

The Kiln offices in Meridian show an example of collaborative workspaces, a direction some office designs are beginning to take. (PHOTO: IBR FILE)
Jul 10, 2026

Collaborative spaces are becoming more of a common design for offices … and residential

Boise architects like Eamonn Parke highlight the rise of collaborative workspaces in offices and homes, reflecting growing demand in the Treasure Valley.

Designers ask a myriad of questions before even beginning designs, leading to communities like those that surround Renegade Hotel in downtown Boise. (PHOTO: TOBIN ROGERS)
Jul 9, 2026

How Idaho architects are building for people who aren’t there yet

CSHQA in Boise leads occupant-centered design, creating flexible, sustainable commercial buildings that meet Idaho's growing market needs.

This map shows the three areas that will benefit from a BUILD grant awarded to Nampa for infrastructure improvements. (CITY OF NAMPA)
Jul 9, 2026

Nampa, Boise land $28.6M in federal transportation grants

Nampa and Boise received a combined $28.6 million in federal BUILD grants for transportation projects, enhancing safety and planning in the Treasure Valley.

Lad Dawson, founder of Guerdon Modular Buildings in Boise, continues to work toward finding innovative uses for modular construction. (PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jul 8, 2026

Boise modular construction company evolves with needs of housing market

Guerdon Modular Buildings in Boise advances modular construction for multi-family housing, enhancing efficiency and design in the western U.S. market.

A pathway along Settlers Canal gives nearby residents the ability to get outside and take advantage of the corridor along the irrigation canal. (PHOTO: CITY OF BOISE)
Jul 7, 2026

Boise bets the block

Boise's updated zoning code drives walkability and approves over 1,800 housing units, reshaping neighborhoods with mixed-use development and accessory dwelling units.

Already several stories tall, this is a look at the new car rental garage as it looked in the summer of 2024. Work has steadily continued on the structure, which will be seven stories high upon completion. (FILE PHOTO: MARC LUTZ, IBR)
Jul 7, 2026

Boise Airport awarded $74M in federal grants for upgrades

Boise Airport secured $74 million in federal grants from the FAA to fund runway reconstruction and concourse expansion, enhancing safety and capacity.

What was once a skilled nursing property is now affordable housing. Sycamore Commons in Boise has started welcoming new residents. (PHOTO: LEAP HOUSING, VIA ZILLOW)
Jul 2, 2026

Sycamore Commons celebrates opening of 53 affordable apartments in Boise

Sycamore Commons in Boise opens 53 affordable apartments in a repurposed nursing facility, with phase two adding 30 more units by 2027.


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