Category: Commercial Renovation

Ensuring Exceptional Results in Specialized Construction through Space Planning

Specialized construction projects demand meticulous planning and execution to meet the unique requirements of the space. Among the essential elements of success, effective space and floor planning stands out as a crucial aspect. From commercial building renovations to specialty commercial projects, planning plays a pivotal role in optimizing functionality, safety, and overall user experience. In this blog, we’ll explore ten valuable tips to ensure exceptional results in specialized construction through thoughtful space planning. 

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Maximizing Energy Efficiency in Your Commercial Building Renovation

Energy efficiency is a crucial consideration in today’s world, not only for environmental sustainability but also for cost savings and long-term operational benefits. When it comes to commercial building renovation, optimizing energy efficiency becomes even more important. With 45 years of commercial construction project experience and commercial construction management services,

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The Key to Building a Successful Body Shop and Auto Dealership

As a business owner, you know that building a successful body shop or auto dealership requires careful planning. Whether you’re starting from scratch or adding to an existing operation, here are some helpful tips to keep in mind:

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The 2023 Construction Market: What to Expect for Your Commercial Property

Construction is a cyclical industry, so when it’s strong, it’s strong. When it’s weak, well…you get the picture. But right now, construction is in a boom period that shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon. That means 2023 construction will be exciting and full of new technology—but it may also be a bit chaotic for those who aren’t prepared. So, let’s take a look at the 2023 construction market, and what you can expect for your commercial property.

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7 Common Types of Commercial Construction Projects

While residential construction continues to falter because of the economic downturn, nonresidential commercial construction projects continue to chug along nicely.

That’s thanks to a ballooning backlog of projects, with the ABC Construction Backlog Indicator showing an 8.7-month backlog as of August 2022.

These are the most common commercial construction projects you will likely tackle, so keep reading to familiarize yourself with their unique needs and nuances.

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4 Ways to Refresh Your Commercial Building on a Budget

First impressions can make or break your business. A prospective customer, partner, or employee will form an opinion about your company within ten seconds of walking into your premises. Therefore, ensuring your commercial building looks the part is essential to your marketing strategy.

While effective, large-scale commercial renovation projects can be costly and disrupt your business operation for days or weeks at a time. These are distinct drawbacks for businesses looking to give their premises a fresh and enticing look without breaking the bank. Luckily, we have some suggestions to spruce up your commercial space that won’t require tons of time or money.

Strap in as we detail 5 ways to refresh your commercial space without breaking the bank.

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Project Spotlight: Manor College Veterinary Technology Facilities

In light of Employee Appreciation Day being last Friday, we wanted to highlight some of the amazing work our team has completed. Let’s take a look at Manor College’s Veterinary Technology Facilities and the unique challenges this renovation posed. Read on to learn how our crew solved them to yield a state-of-the-art suite for the program’s students and faculty.

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5 Ways Environmentally Friendly Products Can Fit Into Your Redesign

Buildings have an impact on the environment throughout their life cycles. They use water, raw materials, and energy, all resources that need to be conserved.  From the construction phase to the occupancy and renovations or even demolitions, buildings generate all kinds of waste and often discharge harmful emissions.

The good news is that there has been a positive global green building trend that indicates a rise in eco-friendly building activity globally. The movement not only benefits the environment but also benefits a business. 

Modern commercial construction is slowly becoming the leader in green building. However, there has been a steady rise in retrofits in existing buildings that offer hope to Mother Nature. If you’ve been wondering how to make your commercial space eco-friendly, the following ideas will go a long way.

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Creating Safe and Profitable Outdoor Entertainment Spaces

Inviting spaces for outdoor dining and entertainment aren’t just a fun way to improve your guests’ experience these days: during a pandemic, they may be your primary means of keeping your operation going.  Restaurants and other entertainment businesses with existing outdoor service spaces had a leg-up on the competition, and those who did not quickly pivoted to be able to serve guests in safe, open-air environments.

Whether you have an existing outdoor space you’re remodeling to better comply with social distancing regulations, or are designing an al fresco entertainment area for the first time, here are some tips for ensuring your commercial patio or deck accommodates your guests in a safe, comfortable, and appealing fashion.

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3 Reasons Why Floor Plans are Essential for a Successful Renovation Project

Thinking about renovating a space can be extremely overwhelming, especially if you are planning to move walls, relocate plumbing, or chang­­e the purpose of a room. You’ve likely saved tons of pictures of what you want your space to look like, but how do you know if everything you want to add will fit or if everything you want to move can be done in the space you have? How do you even know where to start with your renovation project? The answer is simple: floor plans.

Floor plans are 2-dimensional drawings of a space from a bird’s eye view. They are done to scale so you know exactly how much room you have to work with and if everything on your list of wants and needs will fit. Not convinced? Here are 3 reasons why floor plans are essential for a smooth and successful renovation project. 

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