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%
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%
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.
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%
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%
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%
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, 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%
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’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%