Historic Renovation of Nashville’s War Memorial Building Modernized for Accessibility, Functionality

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The comprehensive renovation of Nashville Tennessee’s War Memorial Building is complete. Construction began in February 2024 on the 145,000-square-foot landmark, delivering significant accessibility upgrades, modernized building systems and reimagined office and public spaces while preserving its historic character. Skanska served as the general contractor on the project. Originally constructed in 1925, the War Memorial Building was built to honor Tennessee soldiers who lost their lives in World War I and later served as the first home of the Tennessee State Museum. The building is listed on the National Register of Historic Places and remains one of the city’s most recognizable […]

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Multi-Phase Preservation of Historic Stone Building Underway

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The multi-phase stabilization and preservation of The Stone Building, the former Augusta Mental Health Institute and Maine’s first state mental health institution, is underway. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the granite landmark is undergoing critical rehabilitation following nearly two decades of vacancy. Originally constructed between 1836 and 1840 and expanded between 1848 and 1870, the Hallowell granite complex reflects 19th century institutional planning principles associated with the Kirkbride Plan, emphasizing light, ventilation and humane design. Architectural features include a two-story Greek Revival portico, later Romanesque granite additions, slate roofing and historic wood windows with stained-glass units on […]

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Modernization of Historic Carnegie-Era Libraries Underway

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Two Carnegie public library branches in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania will undergo extensive modernization, while also retaining the historic character of each. Working in conjunction with Rebuild Philadelphia and DIGroup Architecture, general contractors Pride Enterprises and TN Ward Company, respectively, recently broke ground for the reconstruction of these early 20th century-era buildings: the $13.2-million Carnegie-funded Paschalville (circa 1915) and the $8.5-million Blanche A. Nixon Cobbs Creek (circa 1925) library branches. Serving the Paschalville, Elmwood and Cobbs Creek neighborhoods, these important community anchors are a key resource for local students and workforce development. Like many historic places, the libraries required a site, structure, […]

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Lehigh University Awards $70M Contract to Redevelop Historic Clayton University Center in Pennsylvania

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Lehigh University has awarded construction and development firm Skanska a $70-million contract to redevelop its historic Clayton University Center located in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania. The 24-month project will encompass both the renovation and preservation of the existing Clayton University Center, while maintaining the historic nuances of the building. Key project elements include the delivery of utility upgrades, inclusive of new electrical service, mechanical systems and equipment, as well as the installation of a full fire protection system. Gathering spaces, offices, meeting rooms and lounge areas will undergo renovations and all doors, windows and the slate and copper roofing systems will be […]

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SNC-Lavalin Awarded Program Management Consultancy Services Contract for Historic Jeddah in Saudi Arabia

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A project management consultancy services contract has been awarded to SNC-Lavalin Group Inc., by the Ministry of Culture in Saudi Arabia, to support the development of Historic Jeddah, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. The Historic Jeddah Development Program aims to revitalize the living space in the city by attracting new businesses and cultural projects, based on a modern vision of urban planning and natural conservation harmonized with the people’s needs. The Historic Jeddah area, known locally as Al-Balad (the town), is situated on the eastern shore of the Red Sea and was established in the 7th century A.D. […]

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