Every April, communities nationwide come together to support individuals with autism during National Autism Awareness Month. This month-long observance is vital for fostering greater understanding and acceptance of those on the spectrum and emphasizing the importance of early diagnosis, intervention, …
When it comes to construction projects, the success of any build hinges on some key factors. One of these crucial elements is having an experienced field superintendent leading the charge from start to finish. This professional brings accountability and organization …
At Talisen Construction, we understand the unique challenges of building and developing successful projects, from commercial projects in NYC’s bustling boroughs to builds across the rest of the tri-state area. Across all of our projects, time-to-market, safety, and collaboration are …
It’s hard to believe that 2022 is almost in the rearview mirror – but here we are. As we look back, it was another banner year for Talisen Construction, marked by landmark projects, advancements in new construction technologies, and the …
The construction industry is a vital part of the American economy, employing more than ten million Americans and accounting for more than $2 trillion in economic output each year. The entire supply and service chain benefits from the industry, which …
3D Laser Scanning has grown dramatically in recent years, allowing construction professionals to capture complex environments at high resolution quickly. It is particularly useful for Life Science Projects as New York has a rapidly growing life science ecosystem. The life …
It is time. It is time for the construction industry to embrace inclusion and create diverse teams to help businesses grow and support individuals from all facets of life. While in some ways construction is more diverse than it has …
Our level of quality starts and ends with our team. Since 2009, Talisen Construction has employed some of the industry’s brightest, most talented, and most hard-working people. And over the years, we’ve shared stories about Talisen’s company culture and how …
The construction sector is changing, and with so many processes and management of various vendors, there is no space for guesswork anymore. In fact, managing the vendor relationship is an integral part of operations for construction companies. But what happens …
The pandemic has shown that companies can work from home in entirely new ways – from zoom meetings to slack messages, it is almost like in-person interactions have been replaced overnight. However, many teams quickly discovered that web-conferencing software is …
New York City thrives because of its heroes. From healthcare workers making history on the frontlines to our teachers innovating new ways to emphasize the importance of education during a pandemic, Talisen has sought to be an accomplished partner to …
COVID-19 has upended business as usual for NYC Colleges and Universities. It goes beyond public health considerations; these institutions now face myriad challenges that could permanently alter the higher education landscape. Student Enrollment and State Funding is Declining Moving traditional …
With New York City’s public and private universities slated to return to in-person schedules for the 2021 fall term, many institutions – including Columbia, NYU, Fordham, and Cornell Tech – have established mandatory vaccination requirements for their student body. Additionally, …
The dawn of new and intuitive technologies has led some of NYC’s most vital industries into a digital transformation in recent years (i.e., technological advancements in construction and finance— coined “Contech” and “Fintech,” respectively). Now, as a new industry assumes …
New Technologies & Potential Future Uses in Construction As Benjamin Franklin once said, “When you are finished changing, you are finished.” After spending a decade as one of NYC’s top construction firms, the one thing we know for certain is …
When you think of the word “construction,” what comes to mind? For most, it’s men in hard hats, tool belts, and steel-toe work boots. The false narrative that construction is “men’s work” has plagued the industry for far too long. Keep …
Did you know that one out of every three employees have a special need that requires some form of accommodation at work? That means more than 33% percent of employees aren’t reaching peak performance at work, perhaps in part because …
Last we spoke of the benefits of the design-build approach to construction (see: “The Tenant of the Future: The Role of Design-Build in Commercial Construction”), there was much collective hesitancy to get on board with the model—specifically in NYC. For …
Here at Talisen, we know that in order to successfully transform our built environment, we must first transform ourselves. And so, we begin internally by pursuing perfection in our company processes. Our pursuit of perfection applies to our internal …
Here at Talisen Construction, we seek to achieve perfection in all aspects of our company. As an organization, it has always been our greatest goal to build a company culture that rests upon the same four pillars, or core values, …
As part of our ongoing discussion of building for the tenant of the future, it’s important to pay attention to a commercial construction model that’s used throughout the world, with the hopes that it will become more widely adopted here …
Building for the Tenant of The Future “Workplaces are the operational level in which strategy succeeds or fails,” writes Cushman & Wakefield in their major report, “The Future of the TMT Workplace: How to Future Proof Your Workplace and Real …
New years is in the rear view, and your “resolution” may be too–but it’s never to late to reinvent! As a construction company we help to empower organizations focused on creativity, wellness, and community improvement by building beautifully functional spaces …
Just a few weeks back Talisen was thrilled to host our first-ever Shadow Day! Part of Professional Women in Construction’s Mentor program. Kristy Tougas, an intern and current Architecture Major at Columbia University joined us for the day to gain …