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Paws with a Cause — Training Facility

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Exterior of Paws with a Cause — Training Facility

Story

Dan Vos Construction Company was proud to partner with the nonprofit organization Paws With A Cause® (PAWS®) on the renovation and expansion of their facility. This project is a milestone designed to strengthen their mission of enhancing independence and quality of life for individuals with disabilities through custom-trained assistance dogs.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: FMD Architects

Size: 56,985 SF

Location: Wayland, MI

Date contract completed: November 2025

Final contract value: $7,786,000

Project manager’s name: Norm Styck

Superintendent’s name(s): Chris Barry

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 8%

Forest Hills Public Schools — Pine Ridge Elementary

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Story

O-A-K oversaw construction of a new media center, secure entrance and office, kindergarten wing, lockers, and commons areas. Additional work included classroom, corridor, restroom, and specialty space renovations, structural daylighting improvements, and infrastructure upgrades including water main, fire protection, and alarm systems, all coordinated while the school remained operational.

Facts

Submitter: Owen-Ames-Kimball Co. – Michigan

Architect: TowerPinkster

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: October 2025

Final contract value: $7,900,000

Project manager’s name: Matt Hulswit

Superintendent’s name(s): Blake Gabler

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

Allora

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Story

The first floor of The Windquest Building, located between the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and DeVos Place, was recently renovated for Allora, a world-class coastal Italian restaurant. Allora was created out of space from the historic Commercial Savings Bank, inspiring unique use of the bank’s vault along with a custom-made cruvinet wine system, dispensing over 100 wines by the glass. The building blends historical elements with modern class and boasts many high-end finishes and furnishings.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Size: 11,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: February 2025

Final contract value: $850,000

Project manager’s name: Steven McGovern

Superintendent’s name(s): Bowen Holmes

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 23%

42 North Partners

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Story

This renovation for 42 North Partners transformed a divided office suite into a modern, collaborative workspace in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids. The scope included removing existing walls, adding a kitchen and custom coffee bar, upgrading technology, installing new flooring and finishes, and integrating existing wood features.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: Lakewood Construction

Size: 3,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2025

Final contract value: $463,000

Project manager’s name: Aaron Van Tatenhove

Superintendent’s name(s): Chase Pattison

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 35%

Dairy Distillery Alliance — Constantine Distillery Rack

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Story

This highly specialized distillation rack will convert dairy byproduct into 2.3 million gallons of ethanol fuel annually, supporting renewable energy and reducing environmental impact. Despite complex logistics and harsh winter conditions, the skilled seven-person crew completed installation in just 21 days.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Praj Industries

Size: 3,600 SF

Location: Constantine, MI

Date contract completed: January 2026

Final contract value: $700,000

Project manager’s name: Jeff Boot, Aaron Raha

Superintendent’s name(s): Brad Ellens, Matt Danders

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

Lyon Square

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Story

Kent helped transform Lyon Square as part of Grand Rapids’ effort to reconnect downtown to the Grand River. Crews extended the floodwall and built a cantilevered slab over the river using suspended formwork. Within a tight urban site, the team delivered complex structural and architectural concrete.

Facts

Submitter: Kent Companies, Inc.

Architect: Progressive Companies

Size: 56,208 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: July 2025

Final contract value: $2,168,000

Project manager’s name: Chris Humphrey, Kevin Arevalo

Superintendent’s name(s): Pedro Valdez, Chris Gwisdalla

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 95%

Evolution Gaming

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Story

Hillard Electric provided complete power distribution and redundancy for a web-based online casino, where uninterrupted service is critical to daily operations. The project began as a hard bid but evolved into a collaborative effort among all parties to achieve the best possible outcome. This successful approach ensured a reliable, code-compliant system designed for long-term performance and sustained business growth.

Facts

Submitter: Hillard Electric

Architect: CBRE

Size: 36,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: February 2026

Final contract value: $2,610,000

Project manager’s name: James Weiler

Superintendent’s name(s): Collin Teesdale

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

Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

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The interior of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Story

Windemuller delivered critical life-safety, lighting, and utility systems for Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, navigating the challenges of a highly regulated healthcare environment. By leveraging BIM, prefabrication, and continuous collaboration among all parties, the team proactively eliminated field challenges. This approach ensured a safe, calming, and welcoming facility for children and families.

Facts

Submitter: Windemuller

Architect: BWBR

Size: 136,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: March 2026

Final contract value: $2,090,000

Project manager’s name: Pete Carlson, James Scheibe

Superintendent’s name(s): Jim Griffiths, Jake Kuyper

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

CS Erickson Headquarters

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Story

CS Erickson self-performed the complete electrical installation for its 19,000 SF Hub One headquarters in Grand Rapids. The project features architectural lighting, exposed electrical systems, and modern power distribution supporting offices, collaboration spaces, and training areas, showcasing the craftsmanship and technical expertise of the CS Erickson electrical team.

Facts

Submitter: CS Erickson

Architect: Ghafari Associates

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $450,000

Project manager’s name: Scott VanTuinen

Superintendent’s name(s): Maurice Daigneault

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

Grand Rapids Community College — Gerald R. Ford Fieldhouse Recreation Center

eicawardsdev on April 29, 2026

Story

Town & Country Group delivered fully integrated power, lighting, and technology systems that brought GRCC’s reimagined recreation center to life inside a complex concrete structure.

Facts

Submitter: Town & Country Group

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2025

Final contract value: $1,360,000

Project manager’s name: Pete Dejong, Jeff Jipping

Superintendent’s name(s): Jacob Bosch

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