Housing Faces Tariffs and Age Variations

Webster says tariffs have driven up the costs of lumber, steel and quartz, which has more than doubled in price.

DALLAS—KWA Construction has focused on pursuing higher-density suburban developments that have increased the company’s average project size from $19.5 million to $25 million. Noteworthy projects fueling this growth include the $35 million Hebron 121 Station, designed by architecture firm Humphreys & Partners, and the $38 million Arlington Commons, one of the largest redevelopment projects in North Texas. In this exclusive, KWA president Brian Webster discussed area job growth which is leading the charge on increased development, construction partnerships and the prevalence of senior housing.

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