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Herrick District Library — Main Branch

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Large open area with a staircase in the middle
Side view of the staircase
Staircase leading to the second floor and the lower floor
Individual study rooms
Circular seating area in front of a childrens area
Open floor with circular seating
seating area with a sign above that says 'Groundworks, Foundations for learning & making'
Seating in front of a fireplace
intricate art hanging from the ceiling
Seating area for young children with art supplies stored along the far wall

Story

A complete re-imagining of a cornerstone in the Holland community, equipping library with new study rooms, maker space, and children’s zones. A three-story floating staircase with natural light and a fireplace reading nook became the heart of the project, combining accessibility, creativity, and craftsmanship in a vibrant community centerpiece.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: Lakewood Construction

Title: Herrick District Library — Main Branch

Size: 72,291 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value:  $5,560,000 

Project manager’s name: Mat Wedeven

Superintendent’s name(s): Aaron Kelly

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

Lexington School Apartments

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Exterior of a brick building
Kitchen with open space dining area
Windows along the far left wall with a doorway on the right with hardwood floors
Windows along the far left wall with carpeted floor
Exterior view of the entrance with the sign in the front of the building
Exterior of Lexington School Apartments and parking lot
Front of building

Story

The Lexington School Apartments transformed the 1915 school into 39 affordable senior homes. After years of stalled project plans, CarbonSix Construction committed to collaborate on creative solutions, delivering a restored historic landmark that met the owner’s vision, blending innovation and lasting community impact.

Facts

Submitter: CarbonSix Construction

Architect: M+A Design

Size: N/A

Title: Lexington School Apartments

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $9,946,000 

Project manager’s name: Mark Stauffer

Superintendent’s name(s): Jon Brechtelsbauer

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 22%

Rollon® by Timken

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Interior view of a large industrial facility of Rollon® by Timken
Interior view of an office conference room with a conference table and window on the right side
Interior office view showing three desks and a large window overlooking a parking lot
Interior view of office cubicles
Wide view of the kitchen area
Wide view of the kitchen area
Wide interior view of a large industrial building
Aerial view of Rollon by Timken facility showing the parking lot
Aerial view of Rollon by Timken facility showing the parking lot"
Close-up view of the Rollon by Timken facility
Interior view of the facility
Hammer and Nail

Story

Wolverine completed a 147,000 SF manufacturing facility for Rollon® by Timken, designed to produce linear motion systems. The facility includes custom machining mill foundations, loading docks, and office spaces with natural lighting. The project was finished within a nine-month schedule to meet production goals.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 147000 SF

Title: Rollon® by Timken

Location: Norton Shores, MI

Date contract completed: January 2025

Final contract value: $4,034,000

Project manager’s name: Justin Monson & Trevor Campbell

Superintendent’s name(s): Matt Smith

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

FCIP South Park — Phase II

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Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development
Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development side view
Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development
Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development showcasing the road and parking
Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development
Aerial view of FCIP South Park Phase II development

Story

FCIP South Park was designed by Wolverine’s architects and erected by their steel crew. With 252,000 SF of warehouse and 14 loading docks, it is designed to be expandable to 500,000 SF Interior portal frames accommodate FCIP’s wide footprint, which maximizes space on a unique parcel.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 252000 SF

Title: FCIP South Park — Phase II

Location: Battle Creek, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value:  $14,000,000 

Project manager’s name: Daniel Zilzer

Superintendent’s name(s): Dave DeWaard

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

Pine Rest — Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

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Exterior view of steel beams of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
Exterior view of a parking lot of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
Exterior view of a parking lot and building of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
Aerial view of steel of Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health
Exterior view of a partially completed building and surrounding dirt construction area
Close up image of red beams

Story

Pioneer Construction completed the structural steel erection for the Pine Rest Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health, a 136,000 SF facility in Grand Rapids. The multi-wing design required careful crane coordination and close collaboration with other trades to meet schedule demands while maintaining safety and precision on site.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: BWBR

Size: 136000 SF

Title: Pine Rest — Pediatric Center of Behavioral Health

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $479,000 

Project manager’s name: Warren Potter

Superintendent’s name(s): Dan Smith

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

Grand Rapids Public Museum — Phase I

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Exterior shot of the side of Grand Rapids Public Museum
A closer exterior shot of the side of Grand Rapids Public Museum
Exterior shot of the of the Grand Rapids Public Museum
Aerial view of the Grand Rapids Public Museum with the Grand Rapids landscape in the background
Aerial view of the nearly completed addition
Aerial view of the Grand Rapids Public Museum with construction equipment in use

Story

Pioneer Construction erected 20 tons of structural steel for the Grand Rapids Public Museum’s expansion. Tight access near the Grand River demanded careful coordination, but Pioneer’s team delivered on schedule, supporting a major investment in community, accessibility, and the future of this landmark cultural destination.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: TowerPinkster

Size: 10000 SF

Title: Grand Rapids Public Museum — Phase I

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value: $150,000 

Project manager’s name: Dean Hawkins

Superintendent’s name(s): Mike Herweyer

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

Children’s Healing Center

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Large open room with colorful flooring, two sinks, and mirrors
Exterior view of a building and its signage
Exterior view of a building
Pantry area with a table and seating
Pantry area with a table and seating
Circular seating in the middle of the room
Kitchen with table top seating with a vibrant blue color
Seating area with colorful seating
Side view of the kitchen and high top seating
Seating area with colorful chairs in a circular area
Open gym area with blue walls and corner windows providing natural light
Open gym area with blue walls and corner windows providing natural light
Hallway with a large painted colorful heart against an orange wall
Hallway with trees and children painted on the wall
Circular soft seating
Hallway with doors to the left side
Room full of desk and colorful flooring
Storage container
Open hallway with stairs leading upstairs
Small room with colorful chairs in a circle
Cubby holes along the left side of a hallway
Front desk in front of a panel of windows

Story

Erhardt transformed a former college building into the Children’s Healing Center’s new headquarters, creating a safe, engaging space for immunocompromised children. The project included renovated play areas, a gym, café, and offices, with a hospital-grade HVAC system ensuring clean air. Early collaboration ensured a smooth design-build process.

Facts

Submitter: Erhardt Construction

Architect: Diekema Hamann

Size: 15000 SF

Title: Children’s Healing Center

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $4,800,000 

Project manager’s name: Taggart Town

Superintendent’s name(s): Doug O’Dell

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 13%

DeWys Metal Solutions

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Building with signange in front
Elevator and stairwell in the entrance
Cubicle workstations in a large open office area
Table top seating in kitchen area
Conference room table
Kitchen area with overhead lighting
Large open area with a long curved couch in the center
Large windows on back wall with seating in the front
Exterior shot of the building
Aerial view of building

Story

DeWys Metal Solutions, a locally owned sheet metal fabricator and manufacturing company, nearly tripled the size of their Marne, MI, headquarters with this expansion and renovation. The added space houses a C-suite to consolidate DeWys’ leadership team, as well as new conference rooms and upgraded work stations.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Wolverine Building Group

Size: 12000 SF

Title: DeWys Metal Solutions

Location: Marne, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $4,700,000 

Project manager’s name: Mike Beuschel

Superintendent’s name(s): Howard Gilbert

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 20%

Gimme’s Par and Grill

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Here's an improved version: Interior view of a bar area with screens and alcohol display
Table tops with a simulator golf in the background
EIC 2025: Gimme's Par and Grill

Story

Rockford transformed a vacant downtown Grand Rapids building into a unique restaurant and bar with state-of-the-art golf simulators. The venue, with a 350-person capacity, features two simulators on the first floor and seven upstairs, plus options for virtual sports and games like soccer, tennis, and zombie dodgeball.

Facts

Submitter: Rockford

Architect: Rockford

Size: 19619 SF

Title: Gimme’s Par and Grill

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $3,900,000

Project manager’s name: Michael Thelen

Superintendent’s name(s): Brent Satterlee

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

Western Michigan University — Stadium Club

eicawardsdev on June 13, 2025

Circular seating with yellow beams in the middle
Indoor seating near windows
Outdoor seating
entrance way
Additional seating around the bar top
Seating around a bar top
Seating facing the window overlooking the football field
Exterior entrance of EIC 2025: Western Michigan University — Stadium Club

Story

Western Michigan University’s Stadium Club transforms a seasonal suite into a year-round venue for donor engagement and university events. Blending contemporary design, sustainability, and accessibility, the space honors Waldo Stadium’s legacy while supporting the university’s advancement goals with flexible seating, premium finishes, and panoramic views of campus and field.

Facts

Submitter: AVB

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 3250 SF

Title: Western Michigan University — Stadium Club

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value:  $3,600,000 

Project manager’s name: Bob Lopez

Superintendent’s name(s): Clay Stull & CJ Noble

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

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