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WINNER: John Ball Zoo – Pygmy Hippo Habitat

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Story

The Pygmy Hippo exhibit integrates innovative electrical solutions including a solar array generating up to 70 amps/phase powering the exhibit and the gift shop. Windemuller’s expertise provided low voltage systems utilizing inverters and meters for efficiency. Achieving LBC Certification, the project highlights commitment to conservation, enhancing performance, and operational excellence.

Facts

Submitter: Windemuller

Size: 19,000 SF

Title: John Ball Zoo – Pygmy Hippo Habitat

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2023

Final contract value: $1,300,000

Project manager’s name: Jason Braman

Superintendent’s name(s): Jason Braman

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 100%

WINNER: Legacy Park – Retaining Wall

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Story

The Legacy Park wall project was a dynamic and complex installation. The location of the project required the team to work in very tight conditions between Fulton St. and existing wetlands, making it challenging to move block material and remove excavated spoils from the site. In total, the team installed 5,200 SF of precast block over 850 LF. The total material weight of this wall system exceeded one million pounds. The team had to navigate several existing underground utilities, and challenging trench conditions required shoring to avoid cave-ins. This project was completed over the course of 10 weeks from permitting to final block placement.

Facts

Submitter: Topland Construction

Architect: Moore+Bruggink

Size: 5,000 SF

Title: Legacy Park – Retaining Wall

Location: Ada, MI

Date contract completed: November 2023

Final contract value: $315,000

Project manager’s name: Nate Smith

Superintendent’s name(s): Caleb Glashower

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? : 100%

Lake County ORV – Youth Training Facility

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Story

Project included a commercial septic system, asphalt prep, small bathroom remodel & Hydroseed that was all self performed. Subcontractors handled concrete, asphalt & fencing. There were a few issues with some materials quality that presented a challenge to overcome with subcontractors, engineers & the county/township.

Facts

Submitter: Dan’s Excavating Service, Inc

Architect: Prein&Newhof

Size: 5 Acres

Title: Lake County ORV – Youth Training Facility

Location: Baldwin, MI

Date contract completed: January 2024

Final contract value: $700,000

Project manager’s name: Spencer Tellkamp

Superintendent’s name(s): Griffin Reed

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company?: 60%

West Michigan Beef Company – Processing Facility

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

an inside view of the West Michigan Beef Company Processing Facility

Story

The entire project covered 90,000 SF, it began in the fall and continued through the winter months. Besides, most of the walls were tall, radiused, and had multiple elevations, difficult to form. The freezer floors were placed on insulation and had hardener broadcast into the surface. The team was challenged by ten different USDA curb wall section details, totaling over half a mile in length.

Facts

Submitter: Van Laan Concrete Construction

Size: 90,000 SF

Title: West Michigan Beef Company – Processing Facility

Location: Hudsonville, MI

Date contract completed: January 2024

Final contract value: $1,600,000

Project manager’s name: Josh Van Laan

Superintendent’s name(s): Keegan Forman, Terry Jordan

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company?: 100%

Shanty Creek Resort – Lodge Entrance

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

wide angle view of Shanty Creek Resort - Lodge Entrance

Story

Kent Companies masterfully designed and built the lodge entrance at Shanty Creek. Work consisted of walls to frame the building, steps and caps, core drilled railings, and integral coloring and stamping to complement the natural lumber.

Facts

Submitter: Kent Companies

Architect: Performance Engineers

Size: 18,000 SF

Title: Shanty Creek Resort – Lodge Entrance

Location: Bellaire, Michigan

Date contract completed: September 2023

Final contract value: $218,000

Project manager’s name: Jason Harrall

Superintendent’s name(s): Tony Kenner, Clayton Schlotterbeck

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? : 100%

WINNER: Studio Park Tower

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Overhead view of Studio Park Tower downtown grand rapids under construction

Overhead view of Studio Park Tower downtown grand rapids being built

Overhead view of Studio Park Tower in downtown grand rapids

Overhead view of Studio Park Tower downtown grand rapids

Story

Kent Companies built this 17-story multifamily structure on a zero lot line site with the use of the Doka Safety Wall system. Studio Park Tower is the fifth-tallest building in the city and built atop an existing six-level parking structure.

Facts

Submitter: Kent Companies

Architect: Integrated Architecture

Size: 224,000 SF

Title: Studio Park Tower

Location: Grand Rapids, Michigan

Date contract completed: April 2024

Final contract value: $10,400,000

Project manager’s name: Steve McCoy

Superintendent’s name(s): Pat Sullivan, Troy Clinger

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? : 75%

Hudsonville Public Schools – 5/6 Building

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Story

As the Hudsonville area grew, so did the need to expand their schools. Hudsonville Public Schools broke ground on a new 112,000 SF fifth and sixth grade campus and Burgess Concrete was able to provide them with 40,000 SF of timeless poured and polished concrete floors.

Facts

Submitter: Burgess Concrete Construction

Architect: GMB Architecture & Engineering

Size: 40,000 SF

Title: Hudsonville Public Schools – 5/6 Building

Location: Hudsonville, MI

Date contract completed: August 2023

Final contract value: $508,000

Project manager’s name: Al Jeurink

Superintendent’s name(s): Jordan Burgess, Gale Baartman, Kirt Smith

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? : 94%

WINNER: Otter Air Services – Hangar & Corporate Office

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

Story

In the initial design phase, FCC Construction was chosen among few for their expertise in managing complex projects. The hangar’s modern design prioritizes views of Gerald R. Ford Airport, featuring glass elements for natural light and premium amenities. Key features include terrazzo flooring, Novum Structure glazing systems, and architectural lighting.

Facts

Submitter: FCC Construction

Architect: Integrated Architecture and OTJ Architects

Size: 40,000 SF

Title: Otter Air Services – Hangar & Corporate Office

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2024

Final contract value: $25,000,000

Project manager’s name: Brock Mellema

Superintendent’s name(s): Tim Scobey

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company?: 30%

400 Rose – Phase II

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

A community lounging and dining area inside of an apartment building.

An outdoor patio and dining area outside of an apartment building.

A well-lit entrance to an apartment building at night.

An aerial view of a multi-story apartment building and the grass in front of it.

A community lounging area inside of an apartment building.

A pool table inside of a community recreation room in an apartment building.

Story

Recognized as Kalamazoo County’s first LEED-certified mixed-use apartments for energy and environmental design, 400 Rose’s Phase II offers an urban living experience with neighborhood charm. Situated near shopping, dining, and entertainment, residents enjoy spacious apartment layouts, vibrant amenities, and exceptional service in a bustling locale.

Facts

Submitter: AVB

Architect: Progressive Companies

Size: 150,000 SF

Title: 400 Rose – Phase II

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Date contract completed: February 2023

Final contract value: $21,700,000

Project manager’s name: Derek Mathieu

Superintendent’s name(s): Rick Ball, Dan Cornwell

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company?: 0%

Union Suites at Coit

eicawardsdev on June 26, 2024

The kitchen in a newly built apartment unit, complete with wood grain cabinets and black appliances.

Excellence In Construction Awards: Union Suites at Coit

Story

Union Suites at Coit represents not only a physical transformation of urban space but is also a testament to the power of collaborative partnerships in addressing pressing socio-economic challenges.

Facts

Submitter: Orion Construction

Architect: Lott3Metz Architecture

Size: 46,000 SF

Title: Union Suites at Coit

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2023

Final contract value: $12,200,000

Project manager’s name: Kyle Marchand

Superintendent’s name(s): Dan Melpolder

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company?: 0%

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