The retail landscape is rapidly evolving through digital technology, with Artificial Intelligence (AI) playing a pivotal role in driving efficiency across various processes. From optimizing supply chains to enabling contactless checkouts, AI is reshaping retail operations. As AI becomes more embedded in the retail sector, physical spaces must evolve to keep pace. RTM specializes in…
MARKET CONSIDERATIONS FOR DATA CENTERS Demand for data centers across the U.S. continues to rise rapidly, driven by the expanding use of artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and increasingly digital business operations. Many major markets are experiencing limited available capacity, and new facilities are often absorbed quickly as organizations race to secure the infrastructure needed to…
THE FUTURE OF SURF PARKS Surfing has experienced remarkable growth, emerging as the fastest-growing water sport according to the Sports & Fitness Industry Association (SFIA). This surge can be attributed to advanced technology creating inland surfing experiences through surf pools or wave-generating facilities, making it accessible to a broader audience. The ability to provide consistent,…
FEATURES OF INDUSTRIAL BUILDING TYPES The engineering design of industrial buildings requires an in-depth understanding of their intended use and thorough planning to ensure production time is not lost and the owner’s expectations are met. In addition to providing a safe work environment, factors such as the desired capacity and efficiency of the facility, a…
MULTI-FAMILY DESIGN & LIFESTYLE TRENDS The multi-family market continues to evolve, driven by changing demographics and economic factors. With an engineering team coast to coast, RTM has a valuable perspective that can help our clients deliver thoughtfully designed buildings to meet current demand. As we move forward this growth may start to slow, and the…
In recent years, there has been a growing trend toward architectural projects that focus on building upward instead of sprawling outward. When land is limited, particularly in urban areas, this is the most efficient use of space and resources. In Chicago alone, the number of active high-rise construction sites more than doubled (from 14 to…
RTM Engineering Consultants, a trusted engineering consulting partner to some of the most respected architectural firms and Fortune 500 companies in the country, announces its recent merger with MRC Engineering. MRC is an engineering firm providing mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) design as well as expertise in lighting design to southern California construction clients. “MRC is…