St. Robert of Newminster Catholic Church

Story

When St. Robert of Newminster Catholic Church ran out of workspace, they turned to First Companies to come up with a creative solution! Together, they worked to renovate their old chapel space into almost 7,000 SF of beautiful new offices and meeting spaces.

Facts

Submitter: First Companies, Inc.

Architect: AMDG Architects

Size: 6,977 SF

Location: Ada, MI

Date contract completed: November 2024

Final contract value: $1,480,000

Project manager’s name: Josh Reynolds

Superintendent’s name(s): Tim Dora & Dillon Love

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

Weather Shield Roofing Systems

Story

Dykhouse Construction revitalized an old warehouse into the Weathershield Life Center—a 12,000 SF multipurpose space for training, events, and recreation. Featuring a mezzanine bar, gym with a pickleball court, a golf simulator, and advanced AV systems, the project was completed while keeping front offices fully operational.

Facts

Submitter: Dykhouse Construction

Architect: Architectural Concepts 

Size: 12,000 SF

Location: Wyoming, MI

Date contract completed: August 2025

Final contract value: $1,648,000

Project manager’s name: Alex Grosvenor

Superintendent’s name(s):  Bill Nielsen

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

Mull-it-Over Products

Story

Journey Construction Group transformed an outdated building into a bold, industrial-style workspace. Featuring LP SmartSide siding, laser-cut aluminum, sleek glass offices, exposed steel beams, and a clerestory window system, the space blends beauty and function. Vintage elements add character, making it a striking hub for creativity and collaboration.

Facts

Submitter: Journey Construction Group

Architect: Architektura

Location: Grand Haven, MI

Date contract completed: August 2024

Final contract value: $1,556,000

Project manager’s name: Brandon Beyer

Superintendent’s name(s): CJ King

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

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 2025

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

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%

Kathryn Chaplow Interior Design

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

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%