Construction Complete on Bethune-Cookman University Residence Halls

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Hensel Phelps has completed the construction of four new residence halls for Quantum Equity One LLC at Bethune-Cookman University in Daytona Beach, Florida. The four brand-new residence halls provide an additional 1,204 beds for students. The design and construction of this project was a collaborative effort between Hensel Phelps’ Development Group and Construction Group. Hensel Phelps Services Group has recently signed a contract with Bethune-Cookman to provide post-occupancy services to the university, thus integrating a total project solution for this landmark project. The project was completed in two separate phases. Phase 1 consisted of two new buildings totaling 154,580 square … Read more

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JQ Completes Work on UT Dallas’ Largest Parking Structure

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DALLAS, Texas – JQ has substantially completed its structural engineering engagement on The University of Texas at Dallas’ Parking Structure IV that opened on the first day of classes this semester. Located on the west side of campus, the new $25.5-million facility will serve the needs of students, faculty, staff and visitors. The 392,000-gross-square-foot project is a standalone, five-story, cast-in-place post-tensioned garage that includes three signature garage entrances with elevator cores and stairs. The entire structure is clad in an exterior skin incorporating a wave design into the scrim. With 1,150 parking spaces, the new structure is expected to have … Read more

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Clark Celebrates Milestone on the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner Project

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SAN FRANCISCO, Calif. – After nearly a year of construction, Clark has completed the steel structure for San Francisco, California’s new Office of the Chief Medical Examiner in the city’s Bayview neighborhood. San Francisco Mayor Ed Lee, city officials and local residents watched as the final beam of the two-story, 46,000-square-foot building was hoisted into place. Clark is working hand-in-hand with San Francisco Public Works and KMD Architects to deliver the state-of-the-art facility. From the project’s outset, the team committed to meeting local hiring and small business requirements. San Francisco residents make up 30 percent of the project team. Additionally, … Read more

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VIΛ Courtscraper Completes Construction in New York City

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VIΛ 57 West, designed by BIG-Bjarke Ingels Group for the Durst Organization, introduces a new typology to New York City: the Courtscraper. The 830,000-square-foot high-rise combines the density of the American skyscraper with the communal space of the European courtyard, offering 709 residential units with a lush 22,000-square-foot garden at the heart of the building. VIΛ occupies nearly a full city block at the corner of West 57th Street and the West Side Highway, with uninterrupted views towards the Hudson River Park and the waterfront. The Durst Organization commissioned BIG to design a building for the site in the spring … Read more

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Gilbane Begins Construction of Luxury 1000 Park Avenue Project

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ATLANTA, Ga. – This signature high-rise residential tower—1000 Park Avenue—will be located in the heart of the Buckhead neighborhood of Atlanta, Georgia. Gilbane Building Company is serving as the construction manager for Wood Partners. The 27-story luxury tower will offer 267 units of apartments and four stories of parking with podium-level parking deck and private garage options. The tower will offer a mix of one-, two- and three-bedroom units. The high-end, upscale finishes feature European-style cabinets with granite counters, undermount stainless steel sinks, plank flooring, modern lighting fixtures throughout and ceramic tile tub surround. Community amenities include an elevated outdoor … Read more

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