Project Awards Archives - Page 25 of 39 - Excellence in Construction Awards

Pickle & Pin

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indoor golf simulator screen and seating at Pickle & Pin

Story

Pickle & Pin, located in a renovated 100-year-old building in Grand Rapids, offers pickleball courts, golf simulators, and a bar. Wolverine’s construction team transformed the space, overcoming challenges like structural repairs, within five months. The 6,500 SF venue provides a unique social and recreational experience.

Facts

Submitter: Wolverine Building Group

Architect: Pure Architects

Size: 6,500 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: December 2024

Final contract value: $1,741,000

Project manager’s name: David Paquet & Tyler Lukomski

Superintendent’s name(s): Dave Gray

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 5%

DHE Plumbing & Mechanical

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meeting space inside DHE Plumbing & Mechanical building

office space inside DHE Plumbing & Mechanical building

Story

As DHE continues to grow, they needed a seamless expansion to their headquarters. Maintaining the standards of excellence that DHE and Lakewood are known for meant careful design, overcoming supply constraints, and perfectly matching the original structure. The result is a high-quality space that reflects shared values and longstanding collaboration.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: The Architectural Group

Size: 4,000 SF

Location: Grandville, MI

Date contract completed: July 2024

Final contract value: $1,295,000

Project manager’s name: Marcel VanderLaan

Superintendent’s name(s): Clark Causley

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 25%

Lakeshore Advantage — The Next Center

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The sign for the Lakeshore Advantage — The Next Center

The interior of the Lakeshore Advantage — The Next Center

Story

Architectural Glass & Metals worked closely with the design and construction team through a collaborative design assist process to provide a comprehensive building envelope assembly, inclusive of complex multi-plane material interface conditions as required to achieve the overall design intent.

Facts

Submitter: Architectural Glass & Metals 2.0

Architect: GMB Architecture + Engineering

Size: 20,000 SF

Location: Holland, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $1,800,000

Project manager’s name: Mitch VanderArk

Superintendent’s name(s): Cody Jager

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

Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design

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bathroom sink of the Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design building

seating area of the Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design building

interior hallway of the Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design building

Story

A century-old carriage house with several uses over the decades was transformed into a vibrant, high-end design studio and storefront. Overcoming environmental hazards, structural challenges, and decades of neglect, the project blended historic character with bold design—all powered by strong female leadership.

Facts

Submitter: The Christman Company

Architect: Lott3Metz Architecture

Size: 8,334 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $1,800,000

Project manager’s name: Matthew Toth

Superintendent’s name(s): Julie Kurylowicz

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 25%

Sleeping Giant Capital

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entry inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

lounge inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

open workspace inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

studio inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

admin area inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

conference room inside the Sleeping Giant Capital building

Story

CSM Group completed a fast-tracked, high-end renovation for Sleeping Giant Capital within an occupied mixed-use building. Despite tight timelines, noise restrictions, and utility constraints, we delivered a polished, professional space on time and within budget, demonstrating exceptional coordination, safety, and quality.

Facts

Submitter: CSM Group

Architect: TowerPinkster

Size: 3,370 SF

Location: Kalamazoo, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value: $1,148,000

Project manager’s name: Brian Beaver

Superintendent’s name(s): Brandon Pierce

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

Academy Manor

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dining area of 1922 Neoclassical Motherhouse by Academy Manor

bathroom of 1922 Neoclassical Motherhouse by Academy Manor

bedroom of 1922 Neoclassical Motherhouse by Academy Manor

Story

Academy Manor revitalized a 1922 Neoclassical Motherhouse into 109 senior apartments, blending historic preservation with modern amenities. The project overcame structural and accessibility challenges, delivering a unique living space that respects the building’s legacy while meeting contemporary housing needs.

Facts

Submitter: Pioneer Construction

Architect: Integrated Architecture

Size: 126,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: October 2024

Final contract value: $22,000,000

Project manager’s name: Beverly Gerdes

Superintendent’s name(s): Michael Klapmust

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 18%

WINNER: LMCU Ballpark

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exterior look of the baseball field at LMCU Ballpark

hallway and interior space inside LMCU Ballpark

inside upper hallway and seating area of LMCU Ballpark

Story

The LMCU Ballpark Reimagine Project includes PDL-compliant clubhouse upgrades, an expanded home clubhouse, a new Third Base Hospitality Suite, full field replacement, and fan-focused hospitality terraces—enhancing player development and delivering an elevated game-day experience at one of West Michigan’s premier professional sports venues.

Facts

Submitter: Erhardt Construction

Architect: ROSSETTI

Size: 20,405 SF

Location: Comstock Park, MI

Date contract completed: April 2025

Final contract value: $25,000,000

Project manager’s name: Kyle VanderPloeg

Superintendent’s name(s): Brian Darling, Scott Rykse, & Jon Mudde

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

Gentex Corporation — State Street Facility

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interior garage space of the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

locker room at the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

interior of the floor and wide space featuring workers at the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

office space and hallway in the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

interior lights at the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

lobby and walk-in doors at the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

seating area at the Gentex Corporation State Street Facility

Story

Twin expansions and community space at Gentex headquarters support their continued growth. Tight tolerances, large-scale infrastructure upgrades, and scope changes were met with innovative solutions to stay on schedule—all while maintaining existing operations for this $27 million facility.

Facts

Submitter: Lakewood Construction

Architect: InterActive Studio

Size: 94,000 SF

Location: Zeeland, MI

Date contract completed: June 2024

Final contract value: $27,000,000

Project manager’s name: Jim Smith

Superintendent’s name(s): Steve Vork

What percentage of the work scope was self-performed by your company? 1%

WINNER: Michael E. Kobza Hall of Justice

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The exterior of the Michael E. Kobza Hall of Justice

The old exterior of the Michael E. Kobza Hall of Justice

Story

Architectural Glass & Metals worked with the design and construction team in a collaborative format post-bid to help refine the process associated with removing and replacing 1960s aluminum curtainwall with new high-performance thermally broken curtainwall and custom-fabricated ACM panel assemblies while the facility remained operational and fully occupied.

Facts

Submitter: Architectural Glass & Metals 2.0

Architect: DLZ

Size: 24,000 SF

Location: Muskegon, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $4,000,000

Project manager’s name: Mitch VanderArk

Superintendent’s name(s): Joe Murry

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

Corewell Health — Orthopedic Surgery

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The interior of Corewell Health — Orthopedic Surgery

The lighting inside of Corewell Health — Orthopedic Surgery

The field inside of Corewell Health — Orthopedic Surgery

Story

Architectural Glass & Metals worked with the design and construction team in a collaborative design assist format to work through multi-material interface conditions for all building envelope assemblies, including a custom-designed 50 feet wide by 12 feet tall hydraulic door clad with matching curtainwall materials at the Performance Center portion of the project.

Facts

Submitter: Architectural Glass & Metals 2.0

Architect: HKS

Size: 160,000 SF

Location: Grand Rapids, MI

Date contract completed: September 2024

Final contract value: $5,000,000

Project manager’s name: Bryan Dennis

Superintendent’s name(s): Nick Mainstone

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