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MVP Athletic Club — Crahen Pickleball Facility

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interior of the pickleball courts at MVP Athletic Club Crahen Pickleball Facility

eagle-eye view of the outdoor pickleball courts at MVP Athletic Club Crahen Pickleball Facility

eagle-eye view of the outdoor pickleball courts and facility at MVP Athletic Club Crahen Pickleball Facility

Story

This 16,500 SF indoor/outdoor pickleball facility brings a state-of-the-art sports and recreation space to the local community. Featuring indoor/outdoor courts, heated sidewalks, turf areas, and acoustical fencing, the project delivered year-round recreation with minimal disruption to operations and thoughtful integration into the surrounding community.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: AMDG Architects, Lakewood Construction

Size: 16,500 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: July 2024

Final contract value: $3,250,000

Project manager’s name: Chad Neinhuis

Superintendent’s name(s): Zac Smith

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 36%

David’s House Ministries — Pine Tree Lodge

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interior look at living room in David's House Ministries Pine Tree Lodge

interior look at bedroom and bathroom in David's House Ministries Pine Tree Lodge

exterior of David's House Ministries Pine Tree Lodge

interior kitchen at David's House Ministries Pine Tree Lodge

interior washroom at David's House Ministries Pine Tree Lodge

Story

The Pine Tree Lodge is David’s House Ministries’ newest home for adult foster care, providing a community environment and care for adults with special needs.

Facts

Submitter: Dan Vos Construction Company

Architect: Dan Vos Construction Company

Size: 5,800 SF

Location: Wyoming, MI

Date contract completed: February 2025

Final contract value: $1,200,000

Project manager’s name: Jameson DeBlaay

Superintendent’s name(s): Max Stormzand

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 34%

Oakbrook Apartments

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Kitchen with island, stove, fridge and cabinetry at Oakbrook Apartments

Interior bathroom with sink, toilet and lights at Oakbrook Apartments

Story

Oakbrook Apartments is an 18-unit, 18,850 SF complex located within walking distance of popular restaurants and attractions. Each floor has two two-bedroom, two-bath units and four one-bedroom, one-bath units. One unit is fully accessible, and five are adaptable to serve people with disabilities.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Ghafari Associates

Size: 18,850 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $3,843,000

Project manager’s name: Bryan Richardson

Superintendent’s name(s): Travis Turnes

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 15%

Corewell Health — Ambulatory Care Center

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Story

This project required swift execution within a compact downtown site. The Brigade Fire Protection team successfully designed, coordinated, and installed a fire sprinkler system featuring a 1000 GPM fire pump, two standpipes, 10 floor control valves, one dry system, 2,533 sprinkler heads, and thousands of feet of steel piping, all while adhering to the demanding schedule.

Facts

Submitter: Brigade Fire Protection

Architect: Perkins&Will

Size: 24,1000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $1,218,000

Project manager’s name: Josh McCormick

Superintendent’s name(s): Chad Cato

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

West Ottawa Public Schools — Riley Farms Elementary

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Story

Triangle partnered with West Ottawa Public Schools to deliver Riley Farms, a new 550-student elementary school. Built on a complex 40-acre site with wetlands and a creek, the project included significant site work, a custom precast concrete bridge, and modern, flexible learning spaces, integrated with natural and sustainable design.

Facts

Submitter: Triangle Associates

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 78,613 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: May 2025

Final contract value: $36,000,000

Project manager’s name: Dean Chase

Superintendent’s name(s): Steve Pugno

Porches on Mason Luxury Inn & Suites

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interior bathroom of the Porches on Mason Luxury Inn & Suites

interior porches of the Porches on Mason Luxury Inn & Suites

exterior of the Porches on Mason Luxury Inn & Suites

Story

Nugent Builders presents this stunning, brand-new luxury hotel. Welcome to Porches on Mason Luxury Inn & Suites, featuring eight private suites that bring style, comfort and retreat to travelers exploring the resort town of Saugatuck. Each suite is uniquely designed with a natural/modern style and offers an indoor/outdoor, relaxed getaway experience.

Facts

Submitter: Nugent Builders

Architect: Steve Nyhof Designs

Size: 6,840 SF

Location: Saugatuck, MI

Date contract completed: May 2024

Final contract value: $1,453,000

Project manager’s name: Aaron Whalen

Superintendent’s name(s): Don Sobie

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 50%

Western Michigan University — Dunbar Hall

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interior of the building with a desk and chairs

Story

This renovation modernized the five-and-a-half story, 78,000 SF academic building with 11,000 SF of added space. Upgraded infrastructure, high-tech classrooms, flexible student workspaces, and improved accessibility created a state-of-the-art learning environment for the 17,000 students who pass through its doors annually.

Facts

Submitter: The Christman Company

Architect: TowerPinkster, HGA

Size: 78,000 SF

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Date contract completed: January 2024

Final contract value: $34,700,000

Project manager’s name: Todd Champion

Superintendent’s name(s): Nick Schmidt

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

WINNER: Corewell Health Place

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Story

Corewell Health Place combines shared services into a single hub for health and wellness. The new eight-story office building features a two-level connector bridge to a renovated four-story office building, as well as two new parking structures and a pavilion space.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: NBBJ

Size: 3,000,00 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: Confidential

Project manager’s name: Jason Passero

Superintendent’s name(s): Greg Dyksterhouse & Chelsea Fowler

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

The Borough

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Story

BCI Construction served as General Contractor for The Borough, a modern café featuring mixed exterior finishes, custom millwork, a fireplace lounge, and a garage door opening to a seasonal patio. The team self-performed all carpentry, delivering quality, efficiency, and character in a welcoming setting near Grand Valley State University.

Facts

Submitter: BCI Construction

Architect: MEM Designs

Size: 1,300 SF

Location: Allendale, MI

Date contract completed: January 2024

Final contract value: $706,000

Project manager’s name: Doug Kloostra

Superintendent’s name(s): Mike Klumpstra

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 10%

WINNER: Corewell Health — Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic

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Story

BCI Construction provided comprehensive General Trades services, significantly contributing to the successful renovation of the Corewell Health — Pediatric Hematology & Oncology Clinic. BCI self-performed 80% of the scope, meeting tight scheduling demands and executing complex work while maintaining strict safety protocols in a second-floor space within a live hospital environment.

Facts

Submitter: BCI Construction

Architect: HKS

Size: 16,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: February 2025

Final contract value: $1,300,000

Project manager’s name: Travis Kamstra

Superintendent’s name(s): Jordan Veurink

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 80%

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