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Despite tough economic times, the landscape around us is changing. Every day new construction projects are taking shape, infusing life into our communities in the form of new schools, multifamily residential developments, lifestyle centers and more. Additionally, renovation and adaptive reuse projects are revitalizing our urban centers. We at Construction Communications pride ourselves on honoring these projects for the contributions they make to their respective communities. Working with owners, architects, construction managers/general contractors and other project team members, we tell the story of each project, highlighting what makes it unique. In addition, we have partnered with several associations to provide you with important industry information that can help you with decision making on your future projects. In this edition, you can hear from the Construction Owners Association of America (COAA), the Construction Management Association of America (CMAA), CoreNet Global and the U.S. Green Building Council. This edition features more than 60 new construction and renovation projects completed throughout Arizona and Nevada, in market sectors from arts and entertainment to commercial development, education and health care, including seven projects that received the Building of America gold medal award. Below is a small sampling of the unique and innovative projects you will read about in the following pages. A recently completed public housing project in Las Vegas provides affordable and sustainable housing designed to help families become economically self sufficient. Otto Mérida Desert Villas includes a variety of residential units with 60 detached single-family and duplex rental units and a community center. One of the gold medal projects featured in the publication is the Tempe Center for the Arts. This unique architectural gem provides a performance home for several local organizations ranging from small dance and drama companies to the 100-piece Tempe Symphony Orchestra. In order to ensure the utmost acoustical quality in the center’s performance spaces, the facility’s design actually comprises several separate venues housed under a protective outer roof. Furthermore, the design is driven by an understanding and interpretation of the building practices of local indigenous peoples as well as local materials and landscape. We encourage you to read through the pages of the publication and “experience” more of the region’s landscape-changing, and ultimately community-changing, projects. Sincerely, Jamie Rawcliffe Editor

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Trader Vic’s Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Pinnacle in Kierland – Phase IV . . . . . . . . . . 46

New restaurant offers an island retreat on the Las Vegas strip

Located in the Kierland development, this new facility is its tallest office building and the gateway to the community

Signature at MGM Grand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 The first of its kind on the Las Vegas strip, this luxurious new condominium/hotel offers a peaceful getaway from the busy city

Terrible’s Casinos Improvements . . . . . . . . . 32 Improvements to four different casino properties greatly enhance the customer experience

26 CMAA: Leading the Surge in Sustainable and “Green” Building . . . . . . . . 11 COAA: If Builders Build and Designers Design, What do Owners do? . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Part Two: Commercial & Retail Development

Speedway Commerce Center Phase II . . . . . 47 Efficient, flexible and modern warehouse/office space raises the bar for industrial buildings in a business park environment

Part Three: Mixed-use Developments & Multiunit Residential Tempe Marketplace . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49

Summit Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Summit Bank moves into a new office building located in historic downtown Prescott

Biltmore Fashion Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Development helps transform a formerly deteriorating area into a beautiful lifestyle/entertainment destination

Alexan Westgate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 50 New residential community attracts residents searching for the energetic urban lifestyle that Westgate represents

CoreNet Global Recognizes Innovation in Location Consulting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Old meets new in this mall redevelopment

CityCenter Residential Sales Pavilion . . . . . . 51

Cabela’s . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Despite being temporary, this new sales office/ showroom is both attractive and environmentally friendly

U.S. Green Building Council . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Retailer’s new Glendale, Ariz., store is uniquely tailored to fit the region and its desert surroundings

Bridgeview Condominiums . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52

Part One: Arts, Entertainment, Sports, Hospitality & Recreation

Cheyenne Pointe Retail Center . . . . . . . . . . . 38

Unique “homes in the sky” feature magnificent views, high-end finishes and first-class amenities

eyecandy sound lounge & bar at Mandalay Bay . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Project transforms an existing space into an exciting and innovative new entertainment experience

Desert Diamond Casino and Hotel . . . . . . . . 18 First casino/hotel in southern Arizona references the Tohono O’odham Nation’s cultural heritage while reflecting the excitement and energy of an entertainment destination

Mi Casa Grill Cantina . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 New restaurant boasts a wealth of modern amenities in an old-world atmosphere

Glendale Renaissance Hotel, Conference Center, Media Center and Parking Garage . 20 New hotel complex offers a four-star retreat with a state-of-the-art media center

Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Las Vegas . . 22 New clubhouse and pool complex provide first-class amenities for the club’s members and staff

New development is the first large-scale retail project in the North Las Vegas downtown redevelopment area

Desert Passage’s “Miracle Makeover” into Miracle Mile Shops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

New facility provides a wealth of recreational opportunities for a luxurious gated community

New shopping and entertainment center gives a new identity to an aging mall

juhl . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55

Global Water Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40

Mixed-use complex brings new life to Las Vegas’ downtown redevelopment area

New facility allows Global Water Resources to help educate its customers and the public about water resource management

Newport Lofts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56

J.W. Harris Inc. Showroom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42

New high-rise condominium tower in Las Vegas’ Arts District provides luxurious, high-end living

Company’s new showroom is filled with natural light for exquisite displays

Otto Mérida Desert Villas . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58

McDowell Mountain Business Park . . . . . . . 43

Pinnacle at Perimeter Center . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Class A office buildings located in Scottsdale provide desirable office space with stunning mountain views

Development provides tenants with fantastic views and a major highway presence

Molasky Corporate Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44

Quailwood Community Center . . . . . . . . . . . 60

Sustainable office building earns LEED® gold certification

New clubhouse is at the center of a new 280-acre mixed-use, master-planned development, providing residents with recreational amenities and community gathering space

This project redefines expectations for public housing

Red Rock Lanes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

The Quarter Condominiums . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62

State-of-the-art bowling center provides customers with a unique entertainment experience

Condominium complex provides luxury living in the highly acclaimed Westgate City Center development

Santa Fe Station Hotel and Casino Expansion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26

Stapley Corporate Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 Conveniently located, Stapley Corporate Center provides retail, office and industrial space in the Mesa community

Project transforms an existing hotel and casino into a vibrant, contemporary, state-of-the art-destination with a Southwestern-inspired environment

Warner Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Warner Plaza encompasses the best of both worlds for residents and businesses

Stetson Canal Restaurant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 New restaurant combines fine dining with an indoor/outdoor bar and an entertainment venue

The Club at Madeira Canyon Recreation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54

Part Four: Religious Facilities

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New Student Union, Phase I . . . . . . . . . . . . . 82 Cornerstone Christian Fellowship Worship Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 66 New “sanctuary in the desert” provides a much-needed permanent home for this growing congregation

Built with room to grow, this new student union provides space for a variety of diverse functions and groups

Joe Crowley Student Union Building at the University of Nevada, Reno . . . . . . . . 83 Funded by a student bond issue, this student union was built with students in mind

Part Five: Educational Facilities Betty H. Fairfax High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69 School-within-a-school design concept is utilized in order to integrate the district’s small-school movement into a large campus

Applied Research & Development Facility at Northern Arizona University . . . . . . . . . . . 70

Verrado High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 84 New high school provides a better education by changing the way students learn and creating a healthier environment

NAU’s new research laboratory facility earns LEED® platinum certification

Part Six: Government, Transportation & Infrastructure

Davidson Elementary School . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Chandler Heights Community Facilities . . . . 86

District goes green with its new elementary school

Festival Foothills Elementary School . . . . . . 73 New elementary school brings quality education and a gathering point to a growing community

Bioscience High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74 Located in downtown Phoenix, this new high school celebrates math and science in a facility that would rival the most technical research institutions in the country

Glendale Community College Student Union Remodel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 Renovation project transforms the student union into a facility truly designed to serve the growing college

Chaparral Water Treatment Facility . . . . . . . 88 Function and beauty combine in this award-winning municipal project

City of Surprise Fire Stations Nos. 305 and 306 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89 New fire stations provide much-needed facilities to serve this growing community

East Valley Bus Operations & Maintenance Facility . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

Liberty High School . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

Good architecture and environmental sensitivity result in a functional and beautiful transit complex that contributes to the preservation of our environment

New three-building high school campus provides muchneeded relief for a neighboring, overcrowded high school

Henderson Events Plaza . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences at Sierra Nevada College . . . . . . . . 78 Built as a place to study the environment, this unique new facility earned LEED® platinum certification

University of Advancing Technology Student Housing . . . . . . . . . . . . 79 University welcomes students home with its first campus dormitory

New outdoor events facility provides ample space for a variety of events, functions and programming

Kyrene Utility Services Building . . . . . . . . . . 94 New office/warehouse facility provides efficient, yet comfortable space for Tempe’s water utilities department

Phoenix Crime Laboratory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 City of Phoenix gets a new state-of-the-art forensic laboratory for solving crimes

Thomas & Mack Moot Court Facility at the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV . . . . 80

Rio Vista Recreation Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . 97

New facility at UNLV’s law school is setting the precedent for courtroom innovation

New recreation center provides both free and “for-pay” services and programs for its visitors

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Picture Rocks Pool . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98 Recreation facility provides a cool, safe haven for families and community residents of all ages

City of Surprise Public Safety Facility . . . . 100 Several city departments are consolidated into one facility, providing the community with a central location to conduct city business

Tempe Center for the Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 New creative and performing arts center features a stunning and complex design that truly is an artistic creation itself

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New facilities combine education, recreation, public safety and water reclamation on a wetlands site

Tumbleweed Recreation Center . . . . . . . . . 104 New one-stop recreational facility provides programs ranging from a daycare center to a senior center

Tempe Transportation Center . . . . . . . . . . . 105 New transportation complex links the metro light rail with buses, bicycles and pedestrians

Part Seven: Healthcare Facilities Banner Gateway Medical Center . . . . . . . . 107 New medical center was constructed with building information modeling (BIM) technology and features a completely paper-free patient record system

Banner Baywood Medical Center Expansion and Renovation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Expansion and renovations provide much-needed space to serve the rapidly growing community

Renown Regional Medical Center Tahoe Tower . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 112 Expansion provides more space to serve Reno’s healthcare needs while addressing each patient’s body, mind and spirit

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Corporate Profiles

Masseur Plumbing, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 90

Gold Medal Award-winning Project Team Members

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) . . . . . Brothers Masonry Corporation . . . . . . . . . . Carlson Glass, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . M & M Systems, LLC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Nelson Holland, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . The Plumber Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Robbins Sport Floors/Arizona LLC . . . . . . . The Structures Group Southwest, Inc. . . . .

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LEADING THE SURGE IN SUSTAINABLE AND “GREEN” BUILDING Sustainable or “green” building is one of the

Those are enormous impacts. Both social

biggest movements to hit the construction industry

responsibility and self-interest are driving owners

in many years. Owners both public and private are

toward more sustainable construction. Their

demanding that their new buildings be sustainable,

contractors, subcontractors, and most of all their

as well as planning renovations with an emphasis on

construction managers (CMs), must be part of this

improving sustainability.

movement.

Some are embracing the formal and highly

Many owners continue to perceive responding

rigorous process of building certification through

to this demand as an added cost and burden on

the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design

their projects.

Bruce D’Agostino, President, CMAA

(LEED ) program. Others are simply paying more

However, many are also recognizing the benefits

attention to the life-cycle cost of their buildings,

they can realize in terms of lower operating costs,

Once embarked on this path, most owners

including the significant savings that can be achieved

improved productivity and higher value. Indeed,

will find the certification process extraordinarily

through attention to smart energy usage, indoor air

most of the 69 available LEED “credits” represent

complex, and will need to rely on a champion

quality, recycling and other strategies.

items that can yield life-cycle savings.

within the project team. That champion, in turn,

It’s natural that buildings come in for this scrutiny.

This focus on the long-term success of a

must rely on productive collaboration and timely

According to data compiled by the U.S. Green

project in meeting the owner’s needs is central

information sharing among all project participants.

Building Council (USGBC), buildings account for:

to the CM’s mission. The professional CM can help

Document control, cost management and schedule

• 30 percent of all greenhouse gas emissions.

an owner plan for success from the earliest stages

maintenance all require close attention.

• 70 percent of electricity consumption.

of a project.

• 39 percent of U.S. primary energy use, including fuel input for production.

Promoting this kind of collaboration is another

Owners who opt to pursue LEED certification ®

key mission of good construction management.

are taking on a complex task. A building must meet

It’s important to remember that for all the publicity

• More than 12 percent of all potable water use.

LEED criteria for 26 out of the available 69 points

it has received, this emphasis on sustainability and

• 40 percent of raw materials consumed

in order to be certified. An owner seeking silver,

green building is still relatively new, and will be

gold or platinum certification must pass even higher

unfamiliar to many owners. Many owners who

tests. These points measure how you handle matters

don’t want the complexities of LEED certification

related to the building site, design, materials,

nevertheless do want the improved performance

energy and water use, and indoor air quality. The

and ongoing cost savings that can come with

LEED system gives owners the flexibility to choose

sustainability.

globally. • 136 million tons of construction and demolition debris.

CMAA is North America’s only organization dedicated exclusively to the interests of the professional construction and program management industry. On behalf of its 25 regional chapters and more than 4,500 public and private firms and individuals throughout the nation, CMAA promotes the construction management industry and provides professional resources, advocacy, professional development, certification, and business opportunities to its members. CMAA’s national headquarters is located in McLean, Virginia, and the association’s website is www.cmaanet.org.

which certification points to pursue.

This is where the professional construction

A key early decision, then, is how many LEED

or program manager can deliver real value to

“credits” to pursue, and which ones. In just about

owners. At CMAA, we see the demand for this

any project, some of these credits will be more

service reflected in several ways. More and more

achievable than others — or they can be earned

professionals now boast the combination of our

at a cost the owner can accept within the overall

own Certified Construction Manager credential with

context of the project and generate benefits of

USGBC’s LEED -accredited professional. We’ve

greater value to the owner.

gotten strong turnouts for LEED -related sessions at

It’s a natural role for the CM to counsel the

our conferences, and our members report they are

owner in developing a strategy for choosing which

spending more and more time counseling clients on

credits to go after and how. And it’s vital for the

issues related to sustainability and green building.

whole project team to know this strategy from the beginning.

This is a vital development, both for our industry and for our world.

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If Builders Build and Designers Design, What do Owners do? Everything else! We teach students, practice medicine, manufacture products, offer entertainment and hospitality, provide the services of government, and much more. We need buildings to enable us to do what we do! As owners, we deal with design and construction to support our mission. Our core missions may differ, but our responsibilities in the design and construction of our buildings are similar. We define our program needs; choose the building sites; select architects, engineers and contractors; arrange financing; and manage the design and construction processes.

M. Teresa Cook, President of COAA

And the issues we face as owners are also similar — we have to find ways to deliver projects more quickly, keep projects within budget despite escalating material and labor costs in a global economy, as well as manage and resolve conflicts throughout the life of the project.

We are COAA, the Construction Owners Association of America. Since 1994, COAA has been supporting owners in achieving success on their projects. COAA works to improve the design and construction process for all. COAA offers its members a variety of services, including: •T wo National Educational Conferences offered per year, which provide superb opportunities for continuing education and direct networking with other owners. • Members Only ListServe on the COAA website where members can reach owners across the country for feedback on any question within a matter of minutes. The recent ListServe discussions have included a variety of topics from waterless urinals, incentives for construction managers, and identification of “experts” for a variety of situations such as leaking windows and accountability for cost estimates. • Project Management training specifically developed for an owner’s staff. • A Project Information Directory in which COAA members can check on a particular type of project and identify other owners with such projects and the final project costs. This directory contains more than $8 billion of projects nationwide. COAA was also asked to participate in the development of new contract documents. COAA just completed a three-year collaboration led by the Association of General Contractors (AGC) with 20 other industry associations in the development of new contract documents — ConsensusDOCS. For the first time, we have contract documents available to owners that were developed on a collaborative basis with many of our partners in the industry. And COAA provided comments on the new contract documents to be issued by the American Institute of Architects (AIA). COAA was established to provide a forum for owners to meet, share and learn in order to enhance their project success. As owners, we need to have appropriate expectations of our designers and contractors, convey these expectations to them, and then hold them to these standards. And we need to do our part in achieving project success — successful for the owner, designer and contractor! As owners, we are on the cusp of some exciting changes in the construction industry with technologies such as Building Information Modeling (BIM), which will change the way buildings are designed, and the Extensible Markup Language (XML), which may facilitate communications among various software applications. Owners can reap benefits from these technologies for years to come. Sustainability is a major consideration for all owners in their project design and construction, as well as the operations of their buildings — and we now have a track record on “green” buildings and lessons learned that we can share. We invite you to join your fellow owners by becoming a COAA member — just log in at www.coaa. org! COAA is the only association in the industry established specifically for owners.

www.coaa.org • 800-994-2622

Dear Readers, Green building has been making a lot of headlines lately — it seems as if you can’t turn on the TV, read a magazine or attend a conference without hearing about it. You have probably heard buzz about Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED ) and wondered how this green building rating system applies to you. The LEED green building certification system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is a voluntary building certification program that defines high-performance green buildings, which are more environmentally responsible, healthier and more profitable structures. LEED 2009, the next version of the green building certification system, lauched April 27, 2009 and included three major enhancements to the LEED rating system: harmonization, credit weightings and regionalization. LEED was created to define “green” building and evaluates buildings in six credit areas: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, Indoor Environmental Quality, and Innovation in Design (projects can earn ID points for green building innovations). Within these credit areas, points are available for building projects and, depending on the number of points a project earns, determines the level of certification the building will be awarded. The four progressive levels of LEED certification are Certified, Silver, Gold and Platinum. ®

What is Green Building? USGBC, the nation’s leading nonprofit organization for advancing buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live and work, has been working to define green building through the council’s many green building educational programs, tools and resources, which include the LEED Green Building Rating System, the council’s annual Greenbuild Conference & Expo, online and in-person educational workshops, and a network of more than 78 local chapters and affiliates. USGBC was founded in 1993 in response to the growing recognition that something had to be done to reduce the impact of the built environment on our natural environment. Buildings are part of the problem, but also part of the solution. In the U.S., buildings account for 39 percent of primary energy use, 71 percent of electricity consumption and use 15 trillion gallons of water per year. Buildings produce 38 percent of the U.S. carbon dioxide emissions — a primary cause of global climate change — and consume 40 percent of raw materials globally (3 billion tons annually). But high-performance green buildings dramatically reduce this impact: the average LEED-certified building saves 30 percent to 50 percent of energy, cuts harmful carbon dioxide emissions by 38 percent, produces 70 percent less solid waste, and uses 40 percent less water. The organization was formed to lead the national consensus, and to help the building and construction industry achieve a transformation to high-performance green buildings. The council’s membership is as diverse as the marketplace itself. Members include building owners and end-users, real estate developers, facility managers, architects, designers, engineers, general contractors, subcontractors, product and building system manufacturers, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations. Leaders from within each of these sectors participate in the development of the LEED Rating System and help guide the direction of the council through volunteer service on USGBC’s open committees.

The Growth of Green Building Driven by the rapid adoption of LEED in both the public and private sectors, the green building movement has grown exponentially in just the last few years. Launched with just a few hundred members’ companies, the council now has more than 20,000 member organizations. Since LEED was released in 2000, more than 5.6 billion square feet of commercial building space has been registered or certified under LEED. In fact, various LEED initiatives including legislation, executive orders, resolutions, ordinances, policies, and incentives are found in 128 cities, 32 counties, 33 towns, 44 states, 12 federal agencies, 16 public school jurisdictions and 39 institutions of higher education across the U.S. LEED certification is available for all building types, including new construction and major renovation; core and shell; schools; retail (for new construction and commercial interiors); commercial interiors; and existing buildings and homes, which corresponds with the growth of green building across all market sectors. LEED systems for neighborhood development and health care are currently pilot testing.

Doug Gatlin Vice President of Market Development for the U.S. Green Building Council

The Need for Green Building Green building’s rapid growth is a reflection of the many benefits, both environmental and economic, it offers building owners, building occupants and the surrounding communities. The impact on human health is also substantial. We spend 90 percent of our time indoors, and pollutant levels can actually be much higher inside than outside. But green buildings have superior ventilation and use paints and furnishings that are free of toxic chemicals. Green buildings also have abundant natural daylight and allow the occupants to control the temperature and lighting in their personal space, which improves productivity and morale. Studies have shown that kids in green schools have higher test scores, that patients in green hospitals recover more quickly, and that we can save billions of dollars annually in reduced sick time and increased worker productivity by building green. Green building is one of the most important and exciting movements of our time. Green building is changing the way we design, build, operate and think about buildings. LEED is a tool that is transforming our built environment and opening new doors for professionals from every sector of the building industry. As more and more building owners realize the many environmental and economic benefits of building green, the demand for professionals who understand and can implement LEED will greatly increase. Soon, going green won’t be newsworthy — it will simply be the way we do business.

How to Get Involved The easiest way to become more involved in green building is by joining one of the 78 local chapters and affiliates comprising more than 20,000 members. USGBC chapters provide local green building resources, education and leadership opportunities. Local chapter members can connect with green building experts in their area, develop local green building strategies and tour green building projects. To find a chapter in your area and to learn more about how to join, visit www.usgbc.org/chapters. Sincerely, Doug Gatlin Vice President of Market Development for the U.S. Green Building Council

arts, entertainment, sports, hospitality & recreation

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Mandalay Bay Resort

eyecandy sound lounge & bar at Mandalay Bay

& Casino Type of Project: A new lounge and bar in an existing casino Size: 13,000 square feet Construction Time: May 2007 - October 2007 The Need: A new entertainment

Completed in October 2007,

experience at Mandalay Bay

eyecandy sound lounge & bar

The Challenge: Building the

at Mandalay Bay offers a unique

rotating seating pods

new entertainment experience for those visiting Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino, a wholly owned subsidiary of MGM MIRAGE. Located in the center of the casino floor, eyecandy sound lounge & bar features interactive

TEAM MEMBERS

Steelman Partners Architect

touch tables, revolutionary sound stations and a dance floor with an ever-changing landscape, accord-

Tre Builders, LLC Construction Manager

ing to MGM MIRAGE. Rotating

Réalisations.net Moving Architecture/ Interactive Features

tables,

seating pods contain high-tech which

boast

circular

screens displaying images and messages that can be manipulated by guests. There are three sound stations that allow guests to contribute to the music on certain promotional nights by incorporating sound mixes from their own personal iPods®. And the unique dance floor features interactive, touch-activated

light-emitting

diode (LED) tiles, allowing guests to control the look of the floor through dancing. Because the project was built in Photos courtesy of Jeff Meyers/Steelman Partners

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the casino, it needed to blend in

around it from afar, but still cre-

the table, which remains fixed.

with the surrounding casino yet

ates a unique enough experience

Hovair had never built a donut-

be well defined once the guests

when you are within.”

shaped turntable, so it was a

were inside. The transition begins

According to Curtis Lancaster,

with a dropped soffit that defines

project manager for Tre Builders,

custom product that was built for

the edge of the new space. Erik

LLC, the project’s construction

It was this spirit of innovation

Chudy, senior project coordinator

manager, building each of the

and collaboration that made this

for Steelman Partners, the proj-

rotating seating pods was one

unique project a true success. “The

ect’s architect, said, “The outside

of the most challenging aspects

relationship among construction

face of the soffit was painted black

of the project. “We collaborated

manager, architect, subcontrac-

to create a neutral backdrop for

with Hovair Systems, Inc. and

tors and the owners was very

the existing casino finishes to die

3 Form,” he said. “We basically

cooperative,” Lancaster said. “No

into, allowing us more freedom

used a custom auto show rotating

time or energy was wasted with

within the space but still maintain-

turntable with a hole cut out of

adversarial relationships. We all

ing a similar color palette. Because

the middle where the interactive

had one goal in mind and worked

of our neutral color choices, the

table was located. The entire pod

well together to achieve it.” n

bar blends well with the casino

with lighted walls rotates around

this project.”

— Marci Grossman

arts, entertainment, sports, hospitality & recreation

Tucson, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Tohono O’odham Gaming

Desert Diamond Casino and Hotel

Enterprise Type of Project: A new casino and hotel Size: 170,000 square feet (casino); 150,000 square feet (hotel) Cost: $90 million Construction Time: Completed in October 2007 The Need: A new casino complete with hotel accommodations The Challenge: Building the new casino next to the existing facility without interrupting the casino’s operations

Photos courtesy of ©Vance Fox Photography

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Desert Diamond Casino and

In addition to the hotel/casino

operation of the existing facility and

Hotel, the first casino/hotel com-

combination, “what sets this proj-

minimize, if not eliminate, impacts

plex in Southern Arizona/Tucson,

ect apart is the reflection of the

to the casino guests. Utilities were

was built in order to provide room

Tohono O’odham cultural heritage

constantly

accommodations along with a

within the design and the involve-

existing facility while planning

casino, thus replacing an exist-

ment of tribal members in the

for the new one. Temporary gen-

ing stand-alone casino located on

creation of design elements,” said

erators provided both facilities

the property.

Baruffaldi. The project includes a

with adequate power. In the end,

The casino includes 98 slot

number of decorative ceiling and

the old facility closed at 2 a.m.

machines; 32 table games, includ-

wall elements that incorporate

and the new one opened at 11

ing blackjack, 3-card poker, Pai

motifs seen in tradition basket pat-

a.m. The old was then demolished

Gow, Let it Ride and more; 19

terns. Tribal artists participated in

and the space converted into addi-

poker tables; a 500-seat bingo hall;

the design process, and their work

tional parking.

and a 35-seat Keno hall. In addition,

is incorporated in the cashier grill

The project brings an increase in

the casino has unique, state-of-the-

pattern and other elements of the

employee wages of approximately

art air quality filtration systems with

interior design. The most unique

$5.8 million dollars and nearly 350

100 percent air exchange as well as

aspect of the project, according to

new jobs to the area, according

a separate smokeless gaming area.

Baruffaldi, is the building entrance

to Scott Sirois, chief executive offi-

A steakhouse, buffet, food court

set between the casino and the

cer of Tohono O’odham Gaming

and state-of-the-art nightclub called

conference center. This dedicated

Enterprise. In addition, the new

the Monsoon Room are also located

space has been designed as a dis-

facility will increase business oppor-

in the facility.

play area for Tohono O’odham

tunities and provide the first step for additional construction in the area.

maintained

for

the

The project also includes a beau-

cultural artifacts. Built-in wall dis-

tiful new signature hotel with 148

play cases are filled with traditional

Desert Diamond Casino and

deluxe rooms, a grand ballroom,

baskets and clothing and a flat-

Hotel offers guests a uniquely

various meeting spaces, a fitness

screen television that plays a video

Southern Arizona experience. The

center and an outdoor swimming

highlighting the Tohono O’odham

first and only hotel and casino in

pool. “The facility provides growth

gaming enterprise’s contributions

Southern Arizona combined with a

for gaming operations and a mix of

to their community.

rich cultural history and the latest

amenities in the hotel that allows the

One challenge on the proj-

in technology make the facility a

owner to expand the entertainment

ect, according to Baruffaldi, was

unique place to visit. The casino/

value to their guests, expanding

that because the new casino was

hotel is “a whole new option for our

their market appeal,” said Joseph

constructed next to the owner’s

guests to stay & play and/or meet

J. Baruffaldi Jr., AIA, studio director

existing casino facility, design and

with friends and relatives in comfort

for JCJ Architecture, Inc., the project

construction sequencing needed to

and safety,” said Sirois. n

manager for the project.

allow the owner to maintain full

— Stacey Nathanson

arts, entertainment, sports, hospitality & recreation

Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Silverton Casino Lodge

Mi Casa Grill Cantina

Type of Project: A new restaurant in an existing casino Size: 5,700 square feet

Mi Casa Grill Cantina is a new

As a restaurant, the food drives

ed modern-day amenities was chal-

restaurant at the Silverton Casino

the experience and will ultimately

lenging. Sande Frison, senior project

The Need: A new dining

Lodge in Las Vegas. Replacing

be what brings people back. But

coordinator for Steelman Partners,

experience at Silverton

that

it is the visual appeal and word

one of the project’s architects,

Casino Lodge

had previously been in the same

of mouth that will bring custom-

said, “The space is arranged such

location,

the

ers in the door the first time. The

that there are small rooms within

accommodating the expected

types of food offered at the casi-

moment they step into Mi Casa

the room for a residential sense of

modern-day amenities

no, adding authentic and origi-

Grill Cantina, guests are instantly

scale. Further, the designers used

nal Mexican cuisine in an exciting

transported from the outdoor lodge

natural materials such as onyx and

new environment with an old-

theme of the casino to outdoor

mudstone with a more modern

world feel.

Mexico. Dry-wood displays and col-

twist by backlighting and embed-

The atmosphere and customer

orful hand-blown glass lights create

ding color-changing lit globes. Also,

experience were the key require-

the ambiance of being at a south-

the designers framed the plasma

ments of the renovation project.

of-the-border party. Silk-screened

screens similar to family portraits to

According

Casino

Mexican postcard pendants are fea-

fit within the décor.”

Lodge, a lively, colorful bar was

tured in the banyan-inspired palapa

The end result is a warm and

a must and would help create a

(thatched roof) area. The party

exciting venue for the spicy tra-

party atmosphere. A non-tradition-

spirit of a Mexican cantina was also

ditional and original dishes the

al curved bar allows patrons to

captured in a live-action cooking

restaurant serves. The party at

easily converse with others not

station, which is on a revolving grill

Mi Casa Grill Cantina is already

sitting directly next to them, and

that enables guests to watch their

a color-shifting wall display of bot-

food being prepared.

the site of private celebrity parties

Cost: $8.2 million Construction Time: April 2006 - November 2006

The Challenge: Maintaining an old-world feel while

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Steelman Partners Architect Klai Juba Architects Architect Commerce Construction Company General Contractor Commercial Cabinet Co.

buffet-style it

restaurant expanding

Silverton

tles adds another level to the sensory experience.

Maintaining an old-world feel while accommodating the expect-

full

swing

and

has

been

and more. n — Marci Grossman

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Facts & Figures Owner: John Q. Hammons Hotels & Resorts (hotel); City of Glendale (conference center, media center and parking garage) Developer/General Contractor: Killian Western Construction Type of Project: A new state-ofthe-art hotel, conference/media center and parking garage Size: Approximately 480,000 square feet Cost: $82 million Construction Time: February 2005 - October 2007 The Need: A four-star hotel in Glendale’s entertainment hot spot The Challenge: Meeting tight deadlines, incorporating innovative construction techniques, and abiding by safety regulations

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Glendale. Arizona

Butler, Rosenbury & Partners Architect

Glendale Renaissance Hotel, Conference Center, Media Center and Parking Garage

AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance

spa, an indoor/outdoor pool and a

to accommodate the variety of press

the growing number of visitors

whirlpool.

But, perhaps the most

and media-related needs for the

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Epoxy Flooring, Terrazzo

to Glendale’s entertainment dis-

impressive feature of the facility is

adjacent sports facilities,” said David

trict located directly off of Freeway

its innovative media center, the new

Hess, architect and vice president

Barbara Elliott Interiors

101, John Q. Hammons Hotels &

home of Glendale’s Channel 11.

of hospitality for Butler, Rosenbury

California Pools & Spas Pools & Spas

Resorts partnered with the City of

Top priority was given to the con-

& Partners, the project’s architect.

Glendale in June 2005 to con-

struction of the hotel’s media cen-

Because of the innovative nature

ceptualize a four-star, all-inclusive

ter, which needed to be completed

of the facility, there wasn’t a read-

lodging complex — the Glendale

in time to host the 2007 Tostitos

ily available model from which the

Renaissance Hotel.

Fiesta Bowl. The concept of a fully

team could base its design. Instead,

All Things Metal, LLC Structural & Miscellaneous Steel

Calply Door Systems Den-Mark Specialty Construction, Inc. Waterproofing Contractors

In an effort to accommodate

The spacious structure was con-

equipped, broadcast-ready media

the members were forced to start

structed across the street from

facility with fiber-optic connection

from scratch, thinking out-of-the-

numerous attractions, including

was a truly groundbreaking concept

box in order to successfully incor-

the University of Phoenix Stadium,

that would eventually set the build-

porate the center into the rest of

Jobing.com

Westgate

ing apart from others of its kind. It

the space.

Buffet’s

would also prove to be one of the

According to Hess, throughout

Margaritaville, several sports bars,

greatest challenges the team faced.

the hotel complex, “the owner

restaurants and a movie theater, and

“The greatest challenge was the

desired an architectural style fit-

is equipped with a conference center

programming, design and construc-

ting to the desert Southwest.” With

designed to accommodate traveling

tion of the media center from incep-

this in mind, the team used rich

business professionals as well as a

tion to opening in a 12-month

colors and furnishings, including

sizeable 940-space parking garage.

period for use during the 2007

sunset murals, and synthetic stuc-

The complex also features its own

Fiesta Bowl. The [center] is the first

co with natural sandstone accents

restaurants and bars, a full-service

and only facility of its kind designed

was used on the facility’s exterior.

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Center,

Arena, Jimmy

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“Hand-made sculptures and other

performed to the satisfaction of

art pieces decorate the lobby area,

building officials and then again for

including a custom sculpture in the

Marriott life safety inspectors.” With

water feature and hand-made color-

the hotel’s 320 rooms and spacious

ful cactus tops on the wall of the

common areas, this was a time-

atrium,” according to Barb Fuller,

consuming and tedious task, but a

former public relations manager for

necessary one in order to guarantee

John Q. Hammons. Another inno-

the safety of the complex.

vative design in the complex is

Thanks to the hard work and

its courtyard. “The courtyard offers

dedication of the construction

exclusivity and privacy, making each

team, the media center was com-

corner a relaxing and serene space

pleted just in time for its opening

for restaurant, lounge and hotel

event, and the rest of the complex

guests,” Fuller said.

was finished shortly thereafter. “This

The team also faced the chal-

project benefits the city of Glendale

lenge of making sure every life

by bringing in more than 350 jobs

safety system in the facility was

to the West Valley,” said Fuller.

in good working condition. “This

“Overall, the hotel will boost the

involved documenting that each

local economy by bringing tourists

device, from smoke detectors to

and business travelers to the area.”

fans, performed in accordance with

The state-of-the-art hotel has been

designed programming,” said Ron

booked consistently since comple-

Barrett, vice president of operations

tion, with an overwhelming number

for Killian Western Construction, the

of visitors during the 2008 Super

project’s developer and general con-

Bowl XLII, an event hosted by its

tractor. “Due to owner and munici-

media center. n

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Caesars Palace

Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Las Vegas

Type of Project: A new spa Size: 50,000 square feet Construction Time: September

When the Augustus Tower was

Bedner Associates, Los Angeles,

ning while the new one was being

opened at Las Vegas’ Caesars Palace

the project’s interior designer, said,

constructed.) The challenge was

Palace’s Augustus Tower

in 2005, not all the spaces in the

“My original concept was that this

to create an intuitive way in and

The Challenge: Fitting the spa

building was completed. After the

space was a found natural hidden

out that was easy for the guests

within the existing space

tower was built, it was time to fin-

rock quarry where there were natu-

to navigate.” According to her, all

ish the 50,000 square feet of space

ral waterfalls and pools.”

the team members, including the

2005 - November 2006 The Need: To create the ultimate spa experience within Caesars

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on the second floor that had been

One of the project’s challenges

planned for the ultimate spa. The

stemmed from fitting the spa into

owner, worked together to make

Qua Baths and Spa at Caesars Las

the existing space. Dauber said,

Rene Rolin, principal and senior

Vegas opened in November 2006,

“When I was given the spa shell to

project manager for Bergman,

offering an innovative spa and heal-

work with, it was a large challenge

Walls & Associates, Ltd., the proj-

ing experience to its guests.

as the space was awkward, carved

ect’s architect of record, said, “The

this happen.

The Qua Baths and Spa includes

out of leftover space between

final product shows what a well

Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd. Architect of Record

a variety of amenities to please

other functions’ areas. (The old

orchestrated team can successfully

any taste. In addition to luxurious

spa was in a completely different

accomplish.” n

HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates, Los Angeles Interior Designer

Roman baths, the spa also includes

wing and was kept up and run-

The PENTA Building Group General Contractor

of spa offerings; fitness and retail

Bradford Products Pools & Spas Complete Millwork Services, Inc. JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers

— Marci Grossman

treatment rooms for a multitude space; tea lounges; the Crystal Room, in which guests can experience customized body decoration with crystals; the Arctic Ice Room, which offers 55-degree temperatures to invigorate guests following

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heat treatments; and much more. One of the project’s main design drivers was to ensure the spa space felt separate from the energy of the casino. From the moment guests enter the spa until they leave, they should feel relaxed and restored, and the flow of the spa had to reflect that. To that end, the space is bathed in natural light and features smooth stone flooring, dark woods and cascading waterfalls. According to Jennifer Lynn, director of spa and salon services for Caesars Palace, the team’s experience was extremely important in executing the total experience for the spa’s guests. Though the project’s outcome feels effortless, getting to that point required a good deal of planning and preparation. The space needed to be modern and dramatic, implying the grandeur of Caesars without being heavily thematic. Kathleen Dauber, principal of HBA/Hirsch Photos courtesy of Caesars Palace Las Vegas

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Station Casinos, Inc.

Red Rock Lanes

Type of Project: A new bowling facility Size: 77,000 square feet Cost: $31 million Construction Time: July 2006 - April 2007

Station Casinos is known for the quality and variety of enter-

The Need: To expand the

tainment it offers at its various

entertainment offerings for

venues. Station Casinos’ Red Rock

guests of Red Rock Resort

Resort is no exception — it features

The Challenge: Creating a high-end bowling alley to reflect the casino’s atmosphere

a 25,000-square-foot spa, a 16screen theater, traditional gaming activities, various dining options and more. The new Red Rock Lanes at Red Rock Resort expands the options to include bowling. Open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, Red Rock Lanes fea-

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TSA Architect

tures 72 bowling lanes in all. A pro shop, an arcade, a welcome center, a deli, a lounge with a

Friedmutter Group Design Architect/Interior Designer Bentar Development, Inc. General Contractor Creative Edge Master Shop

bar, dart boards, billiard tables, shuffleboard, plasma-screen televisions,

and

slot

and

video

poker games round out the offerings. In addition to hosting bowl-

Flippins Trenching

ing leagues throughout the year,

Giroux Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing/Architectural Metals

Red Rock Lanes is also equipped

JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers

and meetings.

Triton Chandelier, Inc. Lighting

allowing for clean lines and an

to accommodate private parties The facility boasts just one story, open, column-free view over the 60 standard bowling lanes. The interior design is reflective of the resort — modern and contempoPhotos courtesy of Station Casinos, Inc.

rary, including the flooring, which is made up of both natural stone

Unique

touches

surfaces and classic yet colorfully

throughout

Red

are

found

Overall, Red Rock Lanes pro-

Rock

Lanes.

vides superior bowling and enter-

playful carpeting. A panoramic

“Utilizing one of the most high-

tainment options in an exciting

image of the Red Rock Canyon

tech computerized systems ever

venue. “Station Casinos designs

runs the length of the concourse.

designed for a bowling facility, Red

its

lanes

Rock Lanes can automatically turn

entertainment destinations, pro-

are VIP lanes located in a VIP

the entire facility from league-type

viding our guests with numer-

suite that provides a unique night-

bowling into a party environment

ous entertainment choices when

club experience with its large

that includes custom glow lighting

they descend on our properties,”

plasma-screen televisions, custom-

effects, strobes, fog machines, gen-

said Lori Nelson, APR, director

designed lounge furnishings and

erators, disco balls and more,” said

three nightclub-quality high-defini-

Albie Colotto, director of design

for Station Casinos. “Red Rock

tion projection screens that total

and lead project designer for

Lanes recently hosted the PBA’s

120 feet in length, according to

Friedmutter Group, the project’s

Tournament of Champions, the

Station Casinos. The VIP area can

design architect/interior designer.

most prestigious event in bowling

also be split into three separate

Video screens are located through-

that brings together the world’s

areas of four lanes each for smaller

out the facility, displaying bowling

best bowlers.” n

private gatherings.

scores and videos alike.

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Station Casinos, Inc. Type of Project: Expansion and renovation of a hotel and casino

Santa Fe Station Hotel and Casino Expansion

Size: 123,000 square feet (expansion) Cost: $130 million Construction Time: April 2005 - October 2006 The Need: To update the hotel and casino’s existing facilities and identity The Challenge: Keeping the existing casino and hotel operational and accessible without hampering exiting requirements

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KS Design, An Affiliate of KlingStubbins, Inc. Design Architect/Architect of Record/Interior Designer of Record International Parking Design, Inc. Architect for Parking Structure The PENTA Building Group General Contractor Bomel Construction Co., Inc. General Contractor for Parking Structure

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Station Casinos, Inc. acquired

expansion and renovation project

The project includes new casino,

Santa Fe Station Hotel and Casino

began, upgrading the property and

hotel, dining, entertainment and

in 2000. Station Casinos’ proper-

adding new trademark features.

parking space. In the casino, there

ties are known to be entertainment

Prior to the project’s com-

is a new 259-seat race and sports

destinations that include conven-

mencement, Santa Fe Station had

venue, more than 400 new slot/

LONG Building Technologies

tion and banquet space, movie the-

a train station theme. In addi-

video poker machines, a new high-

Royal Metal Works

aters, and bowling lanes in addition

tion to updating and expanding

limit area, and a new 10-table,

Summerland Security

to traditional gaming. Adding Santa

the facility, the project’s goal was

24-hour, non-smoking poker room.

Tandem

Fe Station to its group of properties

also to transform it into a vibrant,

The hotel benefited from 6,000

meant the facility needed to be

contemporary, state-of-the art-

square feet of additional meet-

upgraded to the company’s high

destination with a Southwestern-

ing and convention space. There

standards. In 2005, a multiphase

inspired environment.

are also four new dining options,

Complete Millwork Services, Inc.

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ranging from buffet-style offerings

ect’s design architect/architect of

With its aesthetic appeal as

to BBQ, and 4949 Lounge, a new

record/interior designer of record.

well as its variety of restaurants,

high

bar. The new five-story, 2,900-

“Three Spanish ‘towers’ provide

gaming options and other enter-

who are familiar with Station

space parking structure is conve-

the transition among the three

tainment, the newly expanded

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niently located on the property’s

buildings and mark the new main

and renovated Santa Fe Station

north side.

entrance to the casino.”

An ancient Spanish villa was

According to Brian Hicks, man-

the inspiration for the project’s

ager of business development

design. According to Lori Nelson,

and preconstruction services for

APR, director of corporate com-

Bomel Construction Co., Inc., the

munications for Station Casinos,

general contractor for the park-

Inc., the exterior features desert

ing structure, the cast-in-place

landscaping and stones, connect-

concrete parking structure was

ing it to the natural beauty of the

fairly straightforward. “Santa Fe

surrounding mountains. Inside,

Station’s parking structure was one

high ceilings give an open feel

of several construction projects

to the facility, while earth tones,

Bomel has worked on with Station

marble flooring and wrought-iron

Casinos, and because of the famil-

accents blend Southwestern aes-

iarity of each entity’s methodol-

thetics with an upscale, contem-

ogy, the entire process went very

porary flair.

smoothly,” he said.

A major design goal was to

According to KS Design, the

ensure the expanded space blend-

project’s complexity was due to

ed well with the existing hotel and

the proximity of the new park-

casino. “The architectural design

ing structure, which was being

of the expansion creates a seam-

constructed while work was per-

less transition from the existing

formed at the existing hotel and

casino building and connects to

casino. Keeping the existing casino

the new five-story parking garage

and hotel operational and acces-

built to the north,” said Mark

sible without hampering exiting

Zwagerman, AIA, LEED AP, prin-

requirements was challenging. The

cipal for KS Design, An Affiliate

team members worked together

of KlingStubbins, Inc., the proj-

to overcome this obstacle.

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Scottsdale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: SouthBridge, LLC

Stetson Canal Restaurant

Type of Project: A restaurant, bar and entertainment venue Cost: $1.25 million Construction Time: Completed in July 2007 The Need: A new restaurant and entertainment venue in Scottsdale The Challenge: Combining a fine dining experience with an indoor/ outdoor bar and an entertainment venue

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Allen + Philp Architects and Interiors Architect hardison/downey construction inc. General Contractor Artic Air Heating & Cooling, Inc. Kuhl’s Electric, Inc. Electrical Contractor Petty’s Tile Co., Inc. Ceramic & Marble Contractors

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The stage may be used for fashion and modeling presentations,

Walnut flooring, brick interior

and is complemented by overhead

combines fine dining with an

walls, and exposed pipes and con-

stage lighting, a DJ booth with

indoor/outdoor bar and an enter-

duits for the spaces at the upper

audio control, and the ability to

tainment venue.

floors illustrate the mixed-use feel

customize a 30-foot-wide, glass-

“The Canal Restaurant is just

of the restaurant, which is seam-

back, projected video wall.

one element of this unique mixed-

lessly integrated with the adjacent

video wall provides ambient light-

use

Mix Shops.

ing, as well as accent and point of

project

Scottsdale,

the water’s edge.

Ariz.,

that

incorporates

contemporary elements within a

Natural or existing materials

space that appears to have been

such as concrete columns and ceil-

ings and

existing

warehouse,”

interest images and videos. According

Heilman,

the

brick walls that match

project’s greatest challenge was

the warehouse style of the exterior

incorporating a fine dining experi-

dent/design of Allen + Philp

are used for a backdrop to more

ence with an indoor/outdoor bar,

Architects and Interiors, the proj-

contemporary plug-in elements to

combined with an entertainment

ect’s architect.

Heilman,

vice

said

This

presi-

Jonathan

bar patio, which sits by a park at

enliven the space. These elements

venue flowing through to the retail

Located within a brick ware-

include a lighted, raised serpentine

use, all within the same space.

house-type building, the Canal

glass form that doubles as a seat-

Working together, the team com-

Restaurant contains 131 seats for

ing element and a space organizer

pleted the restaurant successfully

dining and the interior bar, and

to a 30-foot-long, runway-type

in July 2007. n

there are 56 seats at the outside

entertainment stage.

— Dave Hornstein

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Trader Vic’s Las Vegas

Trader Vic’s Restaurant

Type of Project: A new restaurant in an existing building Size: 15,000 square feet Construction Time: July 2006 - October 2007 The Need: To transform an existing space into a modern Trader Vic’s Restaurant The Challenge: Working around material delays, and splitting the restaurant between two floors

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Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd. Architect Flagship Construction Co., LLC General Contractor JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers Midwest Pro Painting

Photo courtesy of Flagship Construction Co., LLC

With

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the

The project was complex as it

difference between the first and

globe, Trader Vic’s Restaurant has

locations

around

involved a sophisticated illumina-

second levels. George Bergman,

recently been reinvented for its Las

tion package with curved ceilings

vice president of Bergman, Walls

Vegas location — inside Planet

and

& Associates, Ltd., the project’s

Hollywood at the Miracle Mile. The

light-emitting diode (LED) coves,

architect,

restaurant follows Trader Vic’s tropi-

among other customized features.

the issue with a split kitchen and

cal island theme, but adds a con-

Nancy Paolino, vice president of

by placing the primary emphasis

temporary spin.

walls

and

color-changing

the

said,

“We

second

resolved

Flagship Construction Co., LLC,

Spread out over 15,000 square

the project’s general contractor,

a lounge/nightlife space that takes

level…being

feet, the two-story tenant improve-

said, “The architectural and design

advantage of the spectacular views

ment project includes an outdoor

features were custom through-

of Bellagio and the strip.”

patio, three separate bars, two

out, and multiple trades were

Trader Vic’s has a reputation

kitchens, two dining areas, a sec-

involved in many areas, requiring

of providing a fun and afford-

ond-floor lounge, a DJ booth on the

precise planning and trade stack-

able experience for both tourists

landing between the first and sec-

ing.” Material delays required work

and locals. Its location inside

ond floors, and a grand staircase.

plan assessments and schedul-

Planet

Water features, a wine room and

ing shifts to ensure construction

Miracle Mile is an exciting new

high-level finishes such as bamboo

progressed. Despite the delays, the

opportunity

flooring, broken quartz tile flooring

team managed to complete the

Trader Vic’s experience. Creating

and glass mosaic tile set the tone

project almost two months ahead

a break from the activity of the

that this is the place to be. Custom

of schedule.

casinos and the strip, it allows

Hollywood to

spread

the the

tiki gods and a backlit entry with

The team’s greatest challenge

customers to take a luxury island

resin panel walls, bamboo and trop-

was that the project was located

respite before returning to the out-

ical leaves transport customers from

on two levels, and there is a dra-

side world. n

the Las Vegas strip to the tropics.

matic 27-foot floor-to-floor height

— Marci Grossman

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: Turnberry MGM Grand

Signature at MGM Grand

Towers, LLC Type of Project: A new luxury condominium/hotel Size: 1.8 million square feet Cost: $600 million

Offering a private retreat fit for

Kniffin,

president–construction

the vendors, the team was able to

royalty, Signature at MGM Grand

business unit for Marnell Corrao,

2004 - May 2007

sets a new standard for living and

said, “Each floor was cast in a

Another challenge involved the

The Need: To create a luxury

vacationing.

one-week cycle utilizing column-

construction of the first tower,

Construction Time: December

condominium/hotel retreat on

complete the project on time.

The luxurious new condomini-

hung flyer forms. Once the flyers

which was located over a large

um/hotel is the first project of its

were moved up to the next level,

storm drain culvert that had to

project on schedule, and

kind on the Las Vegas strip. It is a

the interior rough-in started. The

remain intact and accessible. The

building over an existing

private facility on the MGM prop-

MP&E [mechanical, plumbing and

solution was to construct the tower

erty — connected to the MGM

electrical] rough-in and follow-on

in such a way that it straddled the

by a moving walkway. It offers a

finishes were on a one-week-per-

culvert and left plenty of room for

peaceful getaway from the busy

floor schedule as well.”

anyone needing access to it. “The

the Las Vegas strip The Challenge: Keeping the

storm drainage system

TEAM MEMBERS

Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd. Architect Marnell Corrao Associates General Contractor Attanasio Landscape Architecture, APC Landscape Architects JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers Stylmark, Inc. Architectural Trim

city, but is only a short distance

Keeping a project of this magni-

garage level had to be quite a bit

from the excitement of the casino.

tude on schedule was a challenge.

higher (16 feet clear in there) in

“There are a few people who live

Ensuring project materials were

case they had to bring equipment

there full time,” said Glenn Russo,

delivered and available on time,

in there,” said Russo.

project executive for Turnberry

given the various lead times dif-

Completed in May 2007, this

MGM Grand Towers, LLC, the

ferent materials and equipment

exciting project has taken the Las

project’s owner. “Mostly it is an

required, added to the challenge.

Vegas strip by storm. “The first

investment property for people.

By creating and adhering to accu-

tower sold out in 10 weeks,” said

They have the option to put it into

rate and detailed schedules, and

Russo. “The timing of our project

the MGM rental pool.”

being in constant communication

in Las Vegas was very good.” n

The project is made up of three

with both the subcontractors and

— Marci Grossman

adjacent, 38-story, cast-in-place posttensioned towers that are connected at a shared lobby area. Each tower contains 576 studio, one- and two-bedroom suites with luxurious

amenities,

including

deluxe king-size beds, marble and granite bathrooms with whirlpool tubs, flat-screen televisions, top-ofthe-line appliances, balconies, and more. Each tower also has its own 100,000-square-foot underground parking garage as well as swimming pool areas, workout facilities and snack/meeting space. According to Marnell Corrao Associates, the project’s general contractor, the exterior skin consists of unitized curtain wall and exterior insulation finish system (EIFS) panels. Luxurious details bring the exterior to a new level of sophistication. “The glass on the building is actually 24-carat gold,” said Russo. The construction process was like a well organized and highly complex assembly line. Alan C. Photo courtesy of Marnell Corrao Associates

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Facts & Figures Owner: Terrible’s Casinos Type of Project: Improvements to several casinos Size: 26,000 square feet (addition to Rail City Casino); 4,070 square feet (remodel at Sands Regency) Cost: $7.5 million (construction costs for addition to Rail City Casino and remodel at Sands Regency); $14 million (total for addition to Rail City Casino and remodel at Sands Regency) Construction Time: June 2006 - June 2007 The Need: To upgrade several casino properties The Challenge: Tying the Rail City Casino addition into two different Photos courtesy of Terrible’s Gold Ranch Casino

buildings, and keeping the Rail City Casino open and operational during

Sparks, Nevada; Reno, Nevada; Dayton, Nevada; Verdi, Nevada

construction

Terrible’s Casinos Improvements

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Larry Henry Architecture Architect

Herbst Gaming, Inc. began in

At Terrible’s Sands Regency, the

counters, tile floors, and fresh paint

1987, a subsidiary of the Terrible

team converted an existing dining

and wallpaper on the walls. The

Herbst Oil Company. Originally

room into the unique new Fuzio

resulting bathrooms are spacious,

servicing the slot machines in the

Universal Bistro & Steak restaurant.

bright, clean and modern.

Terrible Herbst gas stations, the

“[There are] multiple styles of dining

As the biggest part of the project,

company has expanded to own

areas in a single space that allowed

Rail City Casino had the bulk of the

five casinos and more than 600 slot

for distinctive gathering experienc-

challenges. “The first challenge was

Worth Group Architects Architect

route locations throughout Nevada.

es,” said James S. Mickey, AIA, prin-

that we had to tie the new [addi-

TNT Construction, Inc. General Contractor

The company recently upgraded

cipal for Worth Group Architects,

tion] into two different buildings

several of its properties — Terrible’s

one of the project’s architects. Areas

that were built at different times

Rail City Casino, Terrible’s Sands

included a bistro bar, a bar counter,

and made with different materials,”

Regency, Terrible’s Casino Dayton

general seating, a display kitchen

said Le Arnold, president of TNT

and Terrible’s Gold Ranch Casino.

Complete Millwork Services, Inc. Creative Door & Moulding Doors/Frames/Hardware Metal Drywall Systems, Inc. Drywall Contractor Nelson Electric Co., Inc. Electrical Contractors Overhead Fire Protection Urban Design Studio, LLC Interior Design

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where diners can watch the chefs

Construction, Inc., the project’s

The 26,000-square-foot addi-

prepare their meals, and a private

general contractor. “Another chal-

tion to Terrible’s Rail City Casino

dining room. According to Mickey,

lenge we faced was keeping the

included a new restaurant, a new

strong, deep accent colors were

casino open and operating while

bar, casino space, a new loading

used in the restaurant to relate to

building the addition in front of

dock and a new employee dining

the colors of the food, creating

the main entrance. The casino was

lounge. Additionally, a new ventila-

an invigorating and festive atmo-

never shut down during any part

tion system was installed that helps

sphere. “Accent lighting was used

of the construction.” To ensure

manage and eliminate cigarette

to create multiple levels of light-

customer safety during the proj-

smoke, making the casino more

ing options to heighten the din-

ect’s duration, the team created

enjoyable for all visitors.

ing experience,” he added. “Bold

a protected pathway through the

Outside, a new parking lot was

and signature artwork along with

construction zone for those visiting

constructed and new landscaping

antiqued-framed mirrors provided

the casino.

helped create ample visual appeal.

the final finishes that are unique to

Rob Medeiros, executive vice presi-

Fuzio’s style of dining.”

The team’s careful consideration to customer safety ensured a suc-

dent and regional general manager

At Terrible’s Casino Dayton, the

cessful result. Medeiros said, “The

for Herbst Gaming, Inc., said “[This

team created a full-service coffee

[Rail City Casino] facility was signifi-

addition] enhances the neighbor-

shop called the Depot Restaurant

cantly upgraded with the existing

hood and the gateway from Reno

out of two small existing restau-

operation remaining fully functional

to Sparks by beautifying the facility,

rants. At Terrible’s Gold Ranch

during construction. It has been a

which is highly visible from I-80 and

Casino, the team upgraded the

very successful project for us.” n

surface streets.”

restroom facilities with granite

— Marci Grossman

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Prescott, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Arma Vista LLC

Summit Plaza

Type of Project: A new office building Size: 30,642 square feet

Summit Bank had been leasing

Cost: $4 million Construction Time: Completed in May 2007

space in a downtown Prescott, Ariz.,

The Need: Additional space and a

building for a number of years, but

better location for Summit Bank

had outgrown the space. In addition,

The Challenge: Fitting the

the bank wanted a location that pro-

necessary elements on the tight site and overcoming groundwater conditions

vided more of a “stand-alone identity” as a destination instead of being located in the lobby of an office building. Therefore, the stockholders of the bank formed a partnership to buy and redevelop a new site as a professional office building with the bank as the anchor on the ground floor. The new building was named

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Taylor Architects Architect

Summit Plaza. Photo courtesy of Michael Taylor Architects, Inc.

Situated in the downtown business district, the property had been a

was subject to review by the Prescott

the finished ground floor of the build-

MacMillan Construction Construction Manager at Risk/ Design-build General Contractor

small auto dealership for many years.

Historical Preservation Committee.

ing to a minimum of one foot above

The dealership expanded to a new

“From the beginning we wanted

the 100-year recorded flood water

Builders Choice Carpet One Flooring/Carpet & Tile Contractors

location and left the 1.25-acre site at

and needed to make this building

level. Because of this, the ground-

a prominent intersection available for

blend in as a new but complement-

floor entry is four feet above parking

redevelopment.

ing structure,” said Hitson. “This is

grade in front of the building. Steps

The site, at 54,437 square feet, is

what drove the design decisions and

and ramps were designed to accom-

fairly small given that it is bounded

selection of materials and colors for

modate the elevation change. The

on three sides by city streets and a

the project.”

groundwater issues also forced the

MJI Company Vail Contracting

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public alley on the fourth. In addi-

A concrete masonry unit (CMU)

use of deep concrete foundation

tion, zoning codes required all the

and Senergy stucco system on the

piers at the column bearing points,

parking for the project to be situated

exterior provides the look of the

some as deep as 25 feet.

on the property. Taylor Architects,

neighboring brick buildings with a

Another challenge on the project

the project’s architect, was commis-

much lower cost. The building trim

was the tight site, according to Tom

sioned with the task of putting as

consists of banding, sills and cap

Nicol, senior project manager/esti-

much building on the site as pos-

blocks for site walls made of cast

mator for MacMillan Construction,

sible, according to Stan Hitson, proj-

stone or precast, high-density con-

the project’s construction manager

ect manager for Taylor Architects.

crete. CNC router-cut foam shapes

at risk/design-build general contrac-

“Given this constraint, we were able

were used for the cornice leading

tor. Because there was virtually no

to put a 30,642-[square-foot], three-

edges and dentil blocks because cast

space for lay down or parking, mate-

story building at one end of the site

stone was too heavy and the foam

rials had to be unloaded and installed

with all of the parking in front of the

shapes have an appearance similar

as they were delivered.

building,” said Hitson. Drive-through

to the cast-stone elements. The faux

MacMillan Construction was con-

teller lanes and equipment are also

cast-stone products mirror the many

stantly looking for ways to save even

provided along the side of the build-

real stone elements of the surround-

though the project was design-build,

ing to accommodate the bank.

ing historic buildings.

according to Nicol. “We went into

There is a lot of history in the

The groundwater conditions made

the project with a five percent con-

downtown business district, as many

engineering and construction of the

tingency and were able to give the

of the buildings had been there since

foundation elements very difficult,

owner all of it back.” The project’s

the turn of the century and some

according to Hitson. Soil tests and

end result? “We achieved the archi-

from the late 1800’s. The city has

reports indicated substantial ground

tectural style we needed to blend in

made substantial efforts to preserve

water within five feet of the surface in

downtown on a tight budget,” said

the look and feel of its history and

some locations. Additionally, the site

Hitson. n

heritage and as such, this project

was located in a floodplain, forcing

— Stacey Nathanson

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Phoenix, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Westcor, a subsidiary of

Biltmore Fashion Park

Macerich® Type of Project: Redevelopment of an existing mall facility Size: 608,934 square feet (total) Construction Time: February 2006 - November 2006 (Phase I);

Merging the old with the new, Biltmore Fashion Park, located in the

February 2008 - November 2008

historic district at Camelback and

(Phase II)

24th Street in Phoenix, is Arizona’s

The Need: Redevelopment of a

foremost upscale shopping center.

mall to transform it into an upscale shopping center

“The Biltmore Fashion Park is a

The Challenges: Completing the

successful outdoor regional shop-

redevelopment of the mall while it

ping center, mainly one story, that

remained in operation

was dated and needed updating,” said Devon Hoffman, marketing manager for Biltmore Fashion Park. The facility was totally redone while preserving most of the tenants and the operation and providing a safe construction zone for the tenants

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Nelsen Partners Architect Kitchell General Contractor

and customers in an accelerated construction schedule. “It will preserve a local landmark by updating it and giving it a facelift and avoid the temptation to tear it down and start

A.V. Schwan & Associates, Inc.

over, thus providing a more sustain-

Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors

able approach to redevelopment.”

European Pavers Southwest, Inc. Segmental Pavers/ Landscape Design

According to Hoffman, the rede-

storefront systems and all hardscapes

framework while preserving the park-

sign of Biltmore Fashion Park antici-

in front of the stores. Kitchell also

ing fields for the success of the retail.

pates the changing nature of today’s

made the mall facility accessible in

The architectural design strategy was

Val-Tec, Inc. Civil Engineer

retail. The redesign for Biltmore

compliance with the Americans with

to take some of the existing iconic

Fashion Park will be simple, sophis-

Disabilities Act (ADA), in addition to

elements of the architecture and

ticated, elegant and contemporarily

completely removing and reinstalling

reuse them and reinterpret them in a

fresh and clean, while maintaining

all surface parking lots — all while

new way to make the existing retail

the charm and elegance of the out-

the mall remained open for business.

more successful and sustainable.”

door public spaces. One of the ele-

The overall redesign and redevel-

Hoffman said that the most

ments that Biltmore Fashion Park

opment of Biltmore Fashion Park

challenging aspects of the project

discovered a long time ago was

“will accentuate individual tenants

were the rezoning and planning for

the importance of authenticity and

by creating an urban rhythm that

future densification and mixed-use

outdoor space. They found that

will be cosmopolitan in nature and

components for the property; the

customers are no longer driven by

an elegant retail destination enhanc-

construction schedule and working

just convenience, accessibility and

ing the neighboring Biltmore area,”

around and preserving the existing

the sovereignty of the automobile.

said Hoffman.

day-to-day operations of the facility;

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Although these elements are impor-

“We believe that over time the

and environmentally preserving as

tant, consumers today are demand-

urbanization of the Camelback Core

much as possible and minimizing the

ing more. They find that today’s

will provide for the opportunity of

potential landfill impact of the rede-

shoppers have certain aspirations

creating a synergy of mixed-use

sign. These challenges were resolved

as consumers, such as the need

developments within the Biltmore

by recycling everything the team

for social interaction and the need

Fashion Park, enlivening the retail

possibly could during the renovation.

for authentic experiences as histori-

environment with residences, hotel,

“The ownership engaged the public

cally developed on streets and public

and office uses,” said Hoffman. “One

with focus groups and the tenants to

urban spaces.

of the unique aspects of the project

create a place that preserved, pro-

In the redevelopment of Biltmore

is the way in which we integrated the

tected and perfected the value of the

Fashion Park, general contractor

addition of future high-rise develop-

property,” Hoffman said. n

Kitchell replaced the existing skin,

ments to occur within the overall

— Natalie Blythe

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Glendale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Cabela’s

Cabela’s

Type of Project: A new retail store Size: 165,000 square feet Cost: $32 million Construction Time: Completed in fall 2006 The Need: A new Cabela’s store

Cabela’s, the world’s foremost outfitter of hunting, fishing and other

in the Glendale area

outdoor gear, has opened a store in

The Challenge: Working on a very

Glendale, Ariz., that is uniquely tai-

tight construction schedule

lored to fit the region and its desert surroundings. “The design of the Glendale store, although true to many of the iconic design features of the Cabela’s image, is unique in that many characteristics are designed to respect

TEAM MEMBERS

the architectural style so prevalent of this desert environment,” said J.

Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates Architect

Brian Haines, associate and senior

Layton Construction Company General Contractor

Rohrbaugh & Associates, the proj-

Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance

project architect with Crabtree, ect’s architect. In lieu of the typical log features found on many of Cabela’s stores,

Metal Weld Specialties Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

the exterior is a plaster finish with

Schuck and Sons Construction Company Doors/Frames/Hardware

of an adobe appearance. The log

Western Single Ply

tuted with saw-cut, paired post and

Layton CONSTRUCTING WITH INTEGRITY

timber headers replicating more columns and timbers were substibeam timbers. These changes help the building blend in with the surrounding area while maintaining the Cabela’s “wow factor” upon entering the store and respecting what the Cabela’s image represents: the outdoors. Customers enter the store by the 40-foot Conservation Mountain, displaying nearly 100 full-body animal mounts in realistic scenes. The mountain of the Glendale store is the first interactive mountain that Cabela’s has built. Rather than just view this display from afar, visitors can get up close and personal to the display with the ability to pass through a canyon in the middle of the mountain. According to Haines, customers spend an average of three to four hours shopping at Cabela’s.

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of regional fish species; a wild game

old country store; a furniture depart-

The store also includes a diorama,

restaurant; departments for hunting,

ment; a laser shooting gallery; a full

displaying Africa’s five most danger-

fishing, camping, archery, auto and

conference center; and a specialized

ous animals; a nearly 8,000-square-

all-terrain vehicles, marine, and foot-

first-class gun library featuring 160

foot wildlife museum; a 40,000-gal-

wear; a specialized fly fishing shop;

valuable and antique firearms, all

lon live fish aquarium and pond full

a unique gift shop; an art gallery; an

for sale.

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“A visit to Cabela’s is a destination

challenge was a very tight six-and-

experience, not just a retail shopping

a-half-month construction schedule.

trip,” said Alan Rindlisbacher, direc-

“With the pace of development in

tor of corporate marketing for the

this area, with projects of all types

project’s general contractor, Layton

under construction, including the

Construction Company. “Many of

Arizona Cardinals’ new stadium for

the stores are recognized as top

completion in time for the 2008

tourist venues in the cities and states

Super Bowl, manpower and mate-

where they are located.”

rials were at a premium,” said

Challenges on the project included

Haines. “The staff at the City of

the organization of multiple trades to

Glendale was pushed to its limits

work together in areas of the build-

reviewing, approving and inspect-

ing. At times, there were more than

ing many projects. Through the

350 tradespeople on the job working

team efforts of Cabela’s; Crabtree,

together. However, the constructors

Rohrbaugh & Associates; and Layton

worked well together through the

Construction, an excellent relation-

many challenges, and the team per-

ship was established with the city,

severed to get the project done.

and all inspections were conducted

The owner was at ease on many

and certificates delivered on the

issues because problems were solved

planned six-and-a-half-month sched-

before escalating to the owner’s level

ule for construction.”

for resolution. Subcontractors put in

The construction team used tilt-

hard work and long hours and were

up concrete panels instead of tradi-

rewarded with several work appre-

tional precast panels to save time.

ciation barbeques. Furthermore,

“The construction of the Glendale

there were no recordable injuries,

facility had to reflect the quality

which was impressive considering

and ambience of the Cabela’s experi-

the fast schedule and large number

ence. Construction was completed

of people working together in the

on a fast-track schedule to meet the

165,000-square-foot building.

targeted opening date of Cabela’s and

management,” said Rindlisbacher. n

Rindlisbacher, the project’s biggest

According

Haines

— Dave Hornstein

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: The Montecito Companies

Cheyenne Pointe Retail Center

Type of Project: A new retail development Size: 93,000 square feet Cost: $7 million Construction Time: May 2006 - January 2007 The Need: To bring a variety of shopping opportunities to consumers in one convenient location in the North Las Vegas downtown redevelopment area The Challenge: Making the project economical and pedestrian oriented, and bringing in the project’s utilities

TEAM MEMBERS

Scott L. Baker, Architect, Inc. Architect of Record R&O Construction General Contractor CZ Engineering XL Fire Protection Fire Protection Contractor

The first large-scale retail proj-

the project’s architect of record,

it on schedule and within bud-

ect in the North Las Vegas down-

the project features a real human

get. Attention had to be paid to

town redevelopment area and the

scale that includes pedestrian

every detail as utilities were

first redevelopment project east of

access to the site from the sur-

brought

I-15 in the Cheyenne Technology

rounding area.

“[We worked] with the utility

into

the

project.

Corridor, Cheyenne Pointe Retail

According to Baker, design chal-

companies and NDOT [Nevada

Center brings a variety of shop-

lenges stemmed from making the

Department of Transportation]

ping opportunities to consumers

project economical and pedes-

— we worked closely with the

in one convenient location.

trian oriented. Tilt-up concrete

engineers

Situated on more than nine

for

approvals

and

panels, metal and wood framing,

permits,” said Barbara Taylor,

93,000-square-foot

stucco, stone veneer, concrete tile,

director of marketing for R&O

development is anchored by a

and four-ply built-up roofing were

Construction, the project’s gen-

30,000-square-foot

Mariana’s

used on the exterior for maximum

eral contractor.

Supermarkets and features a vari-

value and visual appeal. Beautiful

It may be the first retail devel-

ety of other tenants, including

landscaping was incorporated to

opment of its kind in the area, but

Starbucks, Nevada Federal Credit

encourage pedestrian traffic.

the success of Cheyenne Pointe

acres,

the

Union and T-Mobile. According to

Scott

Baker,

Weekly team meetings helped

president

manage the other challenges

of Scott L. Baker, Architect, Inc.,

of the project as well as keep

Retail Center virtually guarantees it won’t be the last. n — Marci Grossman

Photos courtesy of R&O Construction Company

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Facts & Figures Owners: David Edelstein; Aby Rosen; Robert K. Futterman & Associates Type of Project: Renovation of a shopping center Size: 150,000 square feet Cost: $50 million Construction Time: Fall 2006 - December 2007 The Need: To update an existing shopping center, giving it a new identity The Challenge: Keeping the center open and operational during construction

Photo courtesy of Sportography

Las Vegas, Nevada TEAM MEMBERS

Friedmutter Group Architect Flagship Construction Co., LLC General Contractor Flippins Trenching

Desert Passage’s “Miracle Makeover” into Miracle Mile Shops The Shops in Desert Passage was

ing and creating a welcoming and

the-art continuous LED [light-emit-

Giroux Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing/Architectural Metals

a Moroccan-themed mall located

user-friendly shopping environment,

ting diode] video screen, offering

at the center of the Las Vegas strip.

features a facade with expansive

advertising, marketing and lifestyle

Sunworld

In need of updating and a new

glass curtain wall, two new addi-

imagery throughout the day.”

identity, it was decided that a major

tional people movers, an impressive

The team’s main challenge was to

renovation was in order. The result

water wall, and a new patio and ter-

keep the center operational and func-

is the new Miracle Mile Shops at

race. According to Russell A. Joyner,

tional for staff and customers during

Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino,

executive vice president and general

the renovation. Nancy Paolino, vice

a lively shopping and entertainment

manager of Miracle Mile Shops, the

president of Flagship Construction

center that attracts visitors with its

center benefits from excellent street

Co., LLC, the project’s general con-

15 restaurants, 170 stores and three

access and serves the 38 million

tractor, said, “Pedestrian tunnels and

live-performance theaters.

tourists who visit Las Vegas each

bridges were constructed with aes-

The project, which included

year. “Miracle Mile Shops is at the

thetic flair to not hinder entry while

removing all the existing them-

‘50-yard line’ of the Las Vegas strip,

allowing significant overhead and

surrounding Planet Hollywood Resort

adjacent demolition and construc-

& Casino, across from Bellagio, adja-

tion to take place. Pedestrian safety

cent to Paris,” he said. “The property

was minded closely by site person-

is 10 short minutes from McCarran

nel, and security was used to control

International Airport, 15 minutes

and direct pedestrian traffic through-

from downtown and easily accessed

out the area.”

from Las Vegas Boulevard or Harmon Avenue.”

Completed in December 2007, the project has brought new life

One of the project’s most unique

to an aging shopping center.

features is located 100 feet above the

“Unlike most shopping options in

strip. Suzanne Couture, lead project

Las Vegas, Miracle Mile Shops prides

designer for Friedmutter Group, the

itself on being ‘shoppable,’” said

project’s architect, said, “The high-

Joyner. “The center is comprised of

light of the renovation is concentrat-

trendy and exciting stores that the

ed on the new video feature — the

average consumer/tourist can actu-

entire facade is capped by a state-of-

ally shop in.” n

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Facts & Figures Owner: Global Water Resources Type of Project: An administrative/ customer service facility for a utility company Size: 18,500 square feet (center); 3,500 square feet (adjacent maintenance building) Cost: $6 million Construction Time: Completed in April 2007 The Need: A centralized administrative/customer service facility that helps Global Water Resources educate the public The Challenge: Coordination of the insulated concrete form (ICF) walls with structural requirements, and using innovative recycled materials that were fairly new to the market

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Maricopa, Arizona

Global Water Center TEAM MEMBERS

Deutsch Architecture Group Architect Adolfson & Peterson Construction Construction Manager at Risk Applied Engineering M & M Systems, LLC Telecommunications/ Communications Contractor Universal Piping, LLC

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Water is a coveted resource

principal for Deutsch Architecture

and education. The facility’s mes-

in Arizona, and in places around

Group, the project’s architect, said

sage focuses on water and its

the world. The new Global Water

the structure promotes efficien-

sources; the “finite realities” of this

Center,

the

cies of use for the current and

natural resource; and a balanced

operational base of Global Water

future citizens of Maricopa. The

approach to reclamation, recharge

Resources in Pinal County, is help-

building also serves as a large

and surface water. “In the end, the

ing the company advance the

community room and is available

visitor — in most cases a customer

understanding of water resource

for after-hours use by community

— walks away with an awareness

management through exhibits and

groups including the city council.

of the water cycle from the world

displays that educate the public.

which

serves

Furthermore, the center provides

viewpoint to a perspective that is

The new center was construct-

virtual “tours” of the water treat-

drilled down to his [or her] front

ed upon the site of Palo Verde

ment process for community and

door,” he said.

Utilities Company’s water recla-

school groups.

“Global believes commitment

mation campus. Palo Verde is a

Trevor Hill, CEO of Global Water

to the environment is not an

subsidiary of Global that operates

Resources, said the center was

option, it is a requirement,” said

a 3 MGD (million gallons per day)

conceptualized to advance the

Hill. To that end, it sought and

water treatment facility adjacent

understanding of water resource

achieved Leadership in Energy

to the new building. The project

management by educating the

and Environmental Design (LEED®)

team was tasked with designing

public on water history, the current

silver certification for the new

a new facility on the existing site

state of affairs and future planning.

center.

that would combine administra-

The center’s expanded conference

Purpose and functionality were

tion and customer service in a cen-

area can also operate as a meeting

the core elements of the Global

tralized location. David Calcaterra,

space for water resource debate

Water Center, but design and

commercial & retail development

aesthetics

ignored.

Hill. The dual water mains will

may

for Calcaterra, especially since

The architectural scheme was

were

not

lower water usage by more than

appear seamless, there were a

Although

the

project

many of them were fairly new

based primarily on the surround-

80 percent compared to a building

few challenges along the way.

to the market. Also, the round

ing residential areas, emulating

with standard plumbing.

For Tomasson, coordinating the

structure of the conference facility

the character of Maricopa. The

Another element of the LEED®

ICF walls with structural require-

tested the design and construction

facility incorporates stucco surfac-

process that the team followed

ments wasn’t easy. But by bring-

teams. “This conference facility

es over a Perform Wall® insulated

involved separating the construc-

ing together the architect, the

round form was constructed using

concrete form (ICF) building sys-

tion waste for recycling. “This

structural engineer and several

the ICF units in a vertical applica-

tem with standing-seam recycled

requires a minimum of three

subcontractors, the team was able

tion versus its typical horizontal.

aluminum roofing, painted steel

separate waste dumpsters to sep-

to discuss the process and plan

Coordinating bearing points in the

and stone accents.

arate the waste so the recycle

properly to overcome the hurdles.

bearing wall proved to be very

One of the project’s unique and

companies can distribute to the downstream

Another

challenge

involved

challenging…” he said.

innovative elements involved the

proper

‘re-manu-

the dual-pipe system that was

In the end, every hurdle was

plumbing system and water reduc-

facturers,’” said John Tomasson,

installed to make use of recycled

overcome and the center is now

tion measures. The building uses

senior

water. “Purple” pipe and strict

furthering Global’s role as a leader

an on-site water reclamation facil-

Adolfson & Peterson Construction,

coordination

in water conservation and recla-

ity and a dual-pipe system to treat

the project’s construction man-

maintain separation and ensure

mation. The new Global Water

all wastewater for use as recycled

ager at risk. However, the biggest

there would be no chance for con-

Center is more than just an opera-

water. “Reclaimed water is not

task is educating the subcontrac-

tamination of the potable water

tional facility for the company, it’s

only used to irrigate the building’s

tors and monitoring the process

sources, said Tomasson.

proof of its commitment to the

exterior areas, but will service the

to guarantee no recyclable waste

toilets in the washrooms,” said

is contaminated, he added.

project

manager

for

were

needed

The use of innovative recycled materials served as a challenge

environment. n — Megan Merritt

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Scottsdale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: J.W. Harris, Inc.

J.W. Harris Inc. Showroom

Type of Project: An interior design showroom expansion and remodeling Size: 7,462 square feet Cost: $1.4 million Construction Time: November

J.W. Harris, Inc., a growing Scottsdale, Ariz., interior design

2006 - June 2007

firm, has expanded and updated its

The Need: Expansion of an interior

showroom with 18-foot-tall ceilings,

design firm’s showroom to support

large open skylights, 12-foot-tall by

a growing business The Challenge: Attaching the

10-foot-wide steel window systems,

existing structure to the new

and an additional 1,500 square feet

structure, and accommodating

of floor space to exhibit an exquisite

city standards while meeting the owner’s goals

line of specialty furniture, fabrics, interiors and home accoutrements. The showroom also uses three large cupolas and a narrow skylight that runs its length to maximize natural lighting for displays. “The project was designed to enhance the old town Scottsdale

TEAM MEMBERS

Kendle Design Collaborative Design Architect Curtis Architecture Project Architect hardison/downey construction inc. General Contractor Aspen Construction, Inc. Drywall Contractors Diversified Builder Supply, Inc. Specialty Masonry Products & Installation Petty’s Tile Co., Inc. Ceramic & Marble Contractors Saguaro Steel Inc. Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

architecture with reference to his-

images of several buildings from

Kendle said, “The existing struc-

toric elements and a contemporary

areas in Mexico and South America

ture was made up of multiple build-

edge to express progress for the

that he enjoyed. One in particular

ing additions constructed over time

area,” said J.W. Harris, Inc. President

was of a coach house with three

for various purposes. The original

Jim Harris. “Old town Scottsdale is

antique doors. This image was the

structure was constructed as a resi-

world famous for its collection of

driver for the main showroom and

dence, remodeled into a restaurant

interior design and art galleries.”

north public face of the building.

and night club at one time, and

The expansion and remodeling

Using custom-made Hope steel

converted into offices, studio space

project also added 1,000 square feet

sash windows, the coach house

and a retail showroom.” There were

of office and design space to allow

doors became great windows to

no construction documents avail-

more room for design and presen-

show off the furnishings within

able for any of its previous configu-

tation, as well as a spare office. The

as well as bathe the interior vol-

rations, so the construction team

building, which also includes stor-

ume in daylight. The windows

did not know what they would find

age, is designed around an exte-

also capture views to the north-

when they cut into or removed

rior courtyard that allows Harris to

west of Camelback Mountain and

existing walls.

showcase his patio furniture and

Scottsdale’s urban skyline.

outdoor concepts.

Another challenge was accom-

According to Dustin Curtis, archi-

modating city standards for park-

“The remodeled building estab-

tect, and Kyleigh Merritt, project

ing, refuse collection and other

lishes its unique identity dressed

manager, with Curtis Architecture,

design standards on a tight site

elegantly in contemporary Santa

the project architect, a major chal-

while meeting the owner’s den-

Barbaran vestments,” said Brent

lenge was attaching the existing

sity and aesthetic goals. The design

Kendle, AIA, president of Kendle

structure to the new structure,

team negotiated with the city to

Design Collaborative, the project’s

which required demolishing parts

accept alternative solutions.

design architect. “French doors

of the existing design studio and

“While this project endured its

located off of a north terrace and

showroom. “Most of this discovery

share of challenges, as most proj-

a south exposed interior court-

had to be made after demolition

ects do, it is essential that each

yard open on this spacious new

began on this project,” they said.

member of the team step up to

showroom which is filled with soft

“After various discoveries during

confront those challenges and work

daylight.”

demolition, the structural design

together in a spirit of cooperation,”

According to Kendle, the owner,

had to be reworked to coordinate

said Harris. “When members of the

as an established interior designer,

with existing conditions. The design

project team meet the challenges

had a good idea of the look he was

was driven by the need to join the

head on, together that is when suc-

after. For design inspiration he pro-

new with the existing and make it

cess can be achieved.” n

vided the construction team with

all unify for a cohesive final result.”

— Dave Hornstein

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Facts & Figures Owner/General Contractor: Kitchell Development Type of Project: New office buildings Size: Approximately 286,000 square feet Construction Time: Completed in late 2006 The Need: Additional office space in the growing region The Challenge: Dealing with building height restrictions and an equestrian trail on the site

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Scottsdale, Arizona

McDowell Mountain Business Park

TEAM MEMBERS

Horwitch Group, LLC Owner’s Representative ABACUS Project Management Project/Program Managers DAVIS Architect AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors Jaz Elevator Products, Inc. Elevators Phoenix Commercial Electric, Inc.

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The McDowell Mountain Business

units (CMU), exterior insulation fin-

structural system was used that

Park complex was built in order to

ish system (EIFS) with metal shade

reduces the floor-to-floor heights to

provide additional office space in

trellising, and tinted insulated glaz-

12 feet while still maintaining the

the growing Scottsdale community.

ing. In order to help address the

desired 9-foot clear ceiling heights

The project consists of two three-

environmental aspects of the region,

in the lease spaces.

story, class A office buildings of

recessed window fenestrations and

approximately 143,000 square feet

solar shade trellising were used.

each along with associated surface

Another interesting challenge that was unique to this proper-

Inside, the buildings feature stun-

ty, according to Edwards, is that

ning lobbies that are elegantly fitted

there was an existing pedestrian/

The office buildings and park-

out with terrazzo floors and rich

equestrian trail that passed directly

ing structure were arranged to take

wood finishes. Balconies are offered

through the site. The path is part

advantage of the spectacular views of

on the third floor, presenting sweep-

of a regional trail system that con-

the McDowell Mountains, for which

ing views of the mountains. Large,

nects to the Westworld Equestrian

the project was named, and also to

flexible floor plates of approximately

Park and other points in the local

achieve the maximum marketing

43,000 square feet provide numer-

area. “Instead of viewing this site

benefits of the property’s exposure

ous floor plans for office suites.

encumbrance as a detriment, we

to the Loop 101 Pima Freeway as

In addition, building signage and

worked it into the site layout as an

it passes through this section of

major fiber-optic capability for high-

amenity which brings connectivity

north Scottsdale. Additionally, the

tech users are available.

to the neighboring area and a cer-

and structured parking.

location offers convenient access to

“The planning and design of this

tain ‘Western’ dynamic to the office

the Scottsdale Airpark and numer-

project is a fairly typical suburban

park,” stated Edwards. Tenants in

ous upscale hotels, restaurants and

office solution for this scale of devel-

the building can look out their office

shopping centers.

opment,” said Edwards. However,

windows and see horseback riders passing by.

“The architectural character is

the structural limitations of the 36-

of a contemporary Southwestern

foot building height restriction in

The new McDowell Mountain

style speaking to the Sonoran Desert

this and most other zoning districts

Business Park provides superior

environment in which the project is

in Scottsdale presented a challenge

office spaces in a region of Arizona

located,” said Mike Edwards, LEED

in designing and constructing the

that is consistently growing. The

AP, principal for DAVIS, the project’s

three-story buildings, which would

convenient location of the site com-

architect.

normally be 42 feet or more in

bined with magnificent mountain

The building exteriors are com-

height. To accomplish the project

and horse trail views make this a

posed of a combination of smooth

within the 36-foot height restric-

great place to work. n

and split-face concrete masonry

tion, a hybrid concrete slab/steel

— Stacey Nathanson

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Facts & Figures Owner/Developer: The Molasky Group of Companies Type of Project: A new office building Size: 265,000 square feet (office space); 20,000 square feet (retail space) Cost: $107 million Construction Time: January 2006 - June 2007 The Need: A highly sustainable office building in the downtown Las Vegas redevelopment district The Challenge: Making the exterior building materials fit properly, and recycling the project’s waste for LEED® credits

TEAM MEMBERS

KKE Architects Architect Marnell Corrao Associates General Contractor NUVIS Landscape Architects & Planners WSP Flack + Kurtz Consulting Engineers

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Molasky Corporate Center The Molasky Corporate Center sets a new standard for sustainable office buildings in Las Vegas.

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center, a bank branch and a 24-hour

in Energy and Environmental Design

fitness club.

(LEED®) gold certification. To that

The steel and glass structure

end, sustainability was a major part

Located in the downtown rede-

is visually striking. According to

of the project. For example, more

velopment district within close

Mike Spainhour, vice president of

than 75 percent of the construc-

proximity to major interstate and

construction for Marnell Corrao

tion waste was recycled. In addi-

freeway systems, the 17-story,

Associates, the project’s general con-

tion, the team incorporated an

class A office building is well con-

tractor, the building’s garage levels

under-floor air-distribution system

nected to the community. In addi-

are made of structural steel with

that reduces energy consumption

tion to office space, the building

exposed fireproofing. “[In addition,

and helps keep the air clean. The

features several levels of parking

there is a] large outdoor plaza with

building was designed to maximize

and one retail level that offers

raised concrete pavers and landscap-

daylighting while minimizing heat

amenities and services to the

ing,” he said.

and glare, allowing natural sunlight

building tenants and the commu-

One of the project’s most unique

to reduce energy costs. The project

nity, including restaurants, a copy

aspects is that it earned Leadership

also includes a recycling center that

commercial & retail development

makes it easy for building tenants

challenges along the way. “The

to recycle paper, cardboard, glass,

building’s exterior geometry was

metal and plastic. “Solar energy

complex and required a lot of coor-

panels [are] on the roof of the park-

dination to make all the steel, pre-

ing structure, the building insula-

cast and glass fit correctly,” said

tion was made from recycled blue

Spainhour. “There is a lot of exposed

jeans [and there is a] water-recycling

spray fireproofing on the project that

system used for irrigation water,”

was difficult to make look uniform. It

added Spainhour.

required several mock-ups to get

Another unique part of the proj-

the approved appearance and a lot

ect is that the building includes an

of extra labor to get it looking right.

educational exhibit that is open to

Recycling the waste for the LEED®

the public. “The educational exhibit

credits was a challenge. Evergreen

that is [in] the seventh-floor office

Recycling was a big help here. [The

lobby is suitable for bringing class

company] kept track of everything.”

tours,” said Bob Bingham, senior

The team members’ hard work

associate for KKE Architects, the

helped overcome the challenges

project’s architect. “It’s a 12-foot-

and produce a project everyone is

high model of the building with

pleased with. Rich Worthington,

computer screen stations around the

president of The Molasky Group

model [and] a touch screen — and

of Companies, the project’s owner/

it explains all about the sustainable

developer, said, “The building is

features.”

a crown jewel in downtown Las

Despite

the

successful

end

result, the team encountered some

Vegas’ redevelopment district.” n — Marci Grossman

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Scottsdale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Furst Properties

Pinnacle in Kierland - Phase IV

Type of Project: A new office building Size: 205,000 square feet

Standing six stories tall, the

said Kevin Korczyk, creative director

parking, an atrium lobby with water

Pinnacle in Kierland - Phase IV is the

for DAVIS, the project’s architect.

features, and high-speed elevators.

in the Kierland development

tallest office building in the Kierland

Thus, the architectural objective for

According to Korczyk, the great-

The Challenge: Meeting strict city

master-planned development. It

the design of the building was to

est challenge on the project was

requirements

is located on the Phoenix-north

create an iconic statement through

adhering to the city’s strict design

Scottsdale border directly across

its form.

guidelines and color palette require-

Construction Time: September 2006 - March 2007 The Need: Additional office space

TEAM MEMBERS

DAVIS Architect Minor Group Construction Manager Wespac Construction General Contractor AME Southwest

from the Scottsdale Airpark, one

The shape of the building, with its

ments. That required close coordina-

of the largest employment centers

striking “knife-edge” angles at the

tion with the City of Scottsdale in

in the Valley. The immense struc-

southeast and northwest ends of the

order to overcome the challenges.

ture is Furst Properties’ sixth office

building, address the corner orienta-

Pinnacle in Kierland - Phase IV

building in the Kierland commu-

tion of the building on the site. This

has been very well received in the

nity and will be the gateway to the

also responds to the building’s visual

north Scottsdale market because of

entire Kierland development, which

impact on vehicular traffic traveling

its dominant location at the primary

includes Kierland Commons shops

on Scottsdale Road and Greenway

entrance to Kierland, the height of

and offices, condominiums, the cen-

Boulevard. “The bold lines and strik-

the structure and the building’s styl-

ter square with its popular fountains,

ing forms sit prominently on a major

ish architectural presence, according

and family homes reaching north to

city intersection commanding atten-

to Korczyk. “The building opened at

Bell Road.

tion and enhancing tenant visibil-

over 45 percent leased. In fact, the

ity,” said Korczyk.

top floor was pre-leased even prior

“Furst Properties sought to cre-

AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection Aspen Interiors, Inc. Painting & Wallcovering Contractors

ate a monument on the corner of

The new office building features

Greenway and Scottsdale Roads,”

two levels of executive underground

to construction,” he said. n — Stacey Nathanson

B&B Glass Company Metal Weld Specialties Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors RMJ Electrical Contractors, Inc. Electrical Contractors

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Facts & Figures

Las Vegas, Nevada

Owner: Harsch Investment Properties

Speedway Commerce Center Phase II

Type of Project: Expansion of an industrial office park Size: 523,000 square feet Cost: $53 million (total) Construction Time: May 2006

Harsch Investment Properties

- March 2007

purchased the existing Speedway

The Need: Efficient, flexible

Commerce Center at the Las

industrial warehouse/office space

Vegas

for an existing industrial park The Challenge: Creating modern

Motor

Speedway,

industrial office park, in 2001.

space that raises the bar for

In May 2006, work began on

industrial buildings in a business

Speedway

park environment

Phase

II,

Commerce an

Center

expansion

that

brought 523,000 square feet of industrial warehouse/office space to the property. Designed to be flexible and efficient, the project is comprised of eight buildings that contain 88 TEAM MEMBERS

Group Mackenzie Architect TWC Construction Inc. General Contractor

prebuilt tenant spaces ranging

ness park environment,” said Bob

warehouse

in size from 3,500 square feet to

Thompson, architectural project

ants take advantage of this for

18,000 square feet. The suites

principal for Group Mackenzie,

product display areas. With its

include office spaces with open/

the project’s architect.

immediate access to the Las

American Asphalt & Grading Co.

fee bars. The suites’ warehouse

to be attractive to both the indus-

project caters to a number of

Bawden Architectural Glass

areas feature 24-foot to 30-foot

trial and office users in all aspects.

related automotive and motor-

L&R Integrity Drywall Contractors

clear

energy-efficient

“It incorporates all the features

cycle companies.”

fluorescent lighting, skylights,

the business community demands

painted floors and more. Each

with

well-designed

struction Inc., the project’s gen-

tenant lease space includes a

buildings; ample parking; and

eral contractor, the Speedway

small office area and a ware-

good

areas,”

Commerce Center is a landmark

house area. A grade-level door,

said Doug Hardesty, senior vice

industrial project for the area

or garage door, is included, along

president of development for

and has become a popular tour

with a dock high door that is four

Harsch Investment Properties,

destination for developers who

feet above grade level for load-

the project’s owner. “The build-

wish to see the premier industrial

ing dock use. By offering built-

ings also provide a highly effi-

center in the Las Vegas Valley.

out office suites, the buildings

cient (green) lighting system

Thompson said, “The project

could be leased in a much quicker

that works well with natural

went very smoothly. Harsch, TWC

manner than traditional leasing,

light provided from the skylights

and Group Mackenzie worked as

which requires a tenant improve-

and the reflective/painted ware-

a team to meet any challenges

ment build out.

attractive, truck

staging

According

Speedway,

ten-

The project was thus designed

XL Fire Protection Fire Protection Contractor

Motor

Many

private areas, restrooms and cof-

heights,

Vegas

areas.

TWC

this

Con-

house interiors. Floor areas are

that occurred on the project.

“Harsch Investment Properties

covered in a two-coat, epoxy-

Teamwork is the key to a suc-

wanted the design of the project

based paint that also bright-

cessful project in a fast-paced,

to be modern and raise the bar

ens the interior and provides

competitive market.” n

for industrial buildings in a busi-

showroom

finish

the

— Marci Grossman

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Facts & Figures Owner: Vestar Development Company Type of Project: A new outdoor lifestyle center Size: 1.3 million square feet Cost: $290 million Construction Time: March 2007 - September 2007 The Need: Converting a blighted area into a destination lifestyle/ entertainment area The Challenge: Working on the brownfield site and maintaining the schedule

Tempe, Arizona

Tempe Marketplace

TEAM MEMBERS

Foursite Consulting, LLC Project Manager Butler Design Group Inc. Architect of Record HTH Architects Design/Interior Architect

Tempe Marketplace is a high-

design are a dynamic guest experi-

brownfield and remediation work

energy shopping and entertain-

ence and comfort in the desert

had to be completed prior to

ment destination located in one

climate.

any construction. A soil compac-

of Arizona’s fastest growing desert

Multiple gathering spaces are

tion process called deep dynamic

communities. It was constructed in

located within the center and

compaction was used in which a

order to improve a blighted area

include a variety of seating con-

29.5-ton weight is dropped several

and provide the community with

figurations. Additionally, the open-

times at a height of 85 feet from a

a much-needed lifestyle and enter-

air marketplace includes more than

specially equipped crane. The result

tainment area.

250,000 square feet of decorative

was that the existing ground was

pavers, bringing aesthetic appeal

compacted anywhere from one

and ease of navigation.

foot to as much as 10 feet.

The project has an outer ring of

ima+design Landscape Architect

anchor tenants such as Target and

McCarthy Building Companies (RC, LLC) General Contractor Adolfson & Peterson Construction General Contractor OMB Electrical Engineers, Inc. Electrical Engineers

Ross with an inner area of restau-

A mix of architectural shade ele-

Another challenge, according to

rants and patio dining, and features

ments assist in providing comfort

Robert Kerwin, managing partner

a central entertainment component

to shoppers, including placing the

with Foursite Consulting, LLC, the

referred to as “The District.” The

buildings closer together and using

project manager, was in maintain-

District is a 400,000-square-foot

shaded canopies and large shade

ing the schedule during incredibly

“lifestyle center” with smaller stores,

trees. The result is that 50 percent

busy unprecedented market condi-

restaurants, a multiplex cinema,

of the lifestyle center is shaded.

tions. The challenge was overcome

live music, an interactive misting

Exterior construction materials

by breaking the project into smaller

system and an outdoor fireplace,

include Alucobond® metal panels

components and applying more

according to Pam Culbertson, assis-

for an alternate architectural skin

management resources.

tant project manager for McCarthy

design that breaks up the simple

What was once a blighted area

Building Companies (RC, LLC), one

stucco look, and perforated stain-

has been converted into a sustain-

of the project’s general contractors.

less steel panels as architectural

able employment base that has cre-

In addition, the center has a lot of

panels in tube steel creating “sty-

ated thousands of jobs, generates

high-tech lighting and a laser beam

lons.” In addition, all the exterior

millions in sales tax revenue and

grid that goes over the entire con-

lighting has colored lenses that are

offers a positive, safe environment

course, which helps to make the

grouped in zones, and all the con-

for the community, according to

area a fun approach to a new gen-

crete used throughout the center

Kerwin.

eration of shoppers, according to

features integral colors, providing a

“Tempe Marketplace is sure to

Mark Tweed, president and found-

more aesthetically pleasing look to

draw crowds year-round because

er of HTH Architects, the project’s

the finished concrete.

of its design features and welcom-

design/interior architect.

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The greatest challenge on the

ing environment,” said Culbertson.

According to Bill Schultz, presi-

project, according to Clay A.

Moreover, “Tempe Marketplace

dent, and Glenn Ho, senior associ-

Chiappini, project director for

has turned 130 ‘dirty’ acres into

ate of ima+design, the project’s

Butler Design Group Inc., the

the hippest eat-drink-shop-enter-

landscape architect, the two prima-

project’s architect of record, was

tainment center in Tempe.” n

ry features of the outdoor center’s

that the site was originally a large

— Stacey Nathanson

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Glendale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Pillar at Westgate LLC

Alexan Westgate

Type of Project: A new apartment community Size: 251,392 livable square feet Cost: $19 million (construction costs) Construction Time: February 2006 - January 2008 The Need: An apartment community in the new Westgate City Center development The Challenge: Completing the project in a busy area during a major construction boom

TEAM MEMBERS

Todd & Associates, Inc. Architect Trammell Crow Residential Southwest Construction (TCR Southwest Construction LP) General Contractor European Pavers Southwest, Inc. Segmental Pavers/Landscape Design

Alexan

buildings surround expansive, exqui-

give residents a sense of arrival into

Westgate City Center, an urban

sitely landscaped courtyards with

their community, thus engaging the

development in one of Phoenix’s

barbeques and shade sails. In addi-

pedestrian-oriented nature of the sur-

fastest growing suburbs and home

tion, there is a pool and a clubhouse

rounding developments.

to two major sports venues: the

leasing/community center that has

According to Campbell, because

Jobing.com Arena and the University

a fitness center, a business center,

construction took place during a

of Phoenix Stadium. The 251-unit,

a coffee bar and resident gathering

tremendous construction boom in

class

community

areas. Residential units feature granite

the Phoenix metropolitan area, the

was built in order to bring luxury

countertops, ceramic tile flooring and

base of subcontractors was extremely

rental living to the area and was

direct or non-direct access garages.

busy and spread thin, thus present-

Westgate

apartment

part

designed to complement the devel-

The

overall

design

concept

ing challenges in keeping produc-

opment’s master plan both function-

is described as “Arizona Deco,”

tion consistent and maintaining

ally and aesthetically.

a Southwest interpretation of the

the high level of quality expected.

“The objective for the residential

Art Deco architectural movement.

Additionally, coordinating the con-

component was to create a vibrant

Geometric motifs, sharply defined

struction activities with other con-

urban setting that would retain the

outlines, streamlined forms, bold col-

struction in Westgate City Center

energy generated within the city cen-

ors and synthetic materials are some

and working around major activities

ter’s core,” said Orion Pientak, proj-

of the design elements. Materials

such as the 2008 Superbowl, the BCS

ect manager for Todd & Associates,

consist of concrete block, smooth

Championship game, Coyotes and

Inc., the project’s architect. “This

stucco at canopies, corrugated

Cardinals games and major, events

required designing a high-density

metal awnings and shed roofs, and

at Jobing.com Arena was challeng-

development prioritizing the pedes-

ornate metalwork at the balcony rail-

ing. “Through diligent and constant

trian experience.”

ings, fences and gates. Interiors are

management by project managers

Consisting of two three-story

described as “New Century Fusion,”

and field personnel, we were able

buildings that are wood framed on

which is an eclectic mix of contem-

to achieve our overall goal,” said

posttension foundations with flat

porary styles from around the world.

Campbell.

roofs and open-air breezeways, the

The most unique features of the

“This community provides con-

community includes 84 one-bed-

buildings, according to Mark L.

temporary urban living in an exciting

room stacked flats, 70 two-bedroom

Campbell, director of preconstruc-

entertainment district, for those with

stacked flats, 39 one-bedroom town-

tion at TCR Southwest Construction

an active/interactive lifestyle,” said

homes, 44 two-bedroom townhomes

LP, the project’s general contrac-

Campbell. Additionally, “by provid-

and 14 two-bedroom live/work town-

tor, are the large curved radius

ing higher density urban living that

homes that feature ground-level retail

pass-under bridged entries at the

is pedestrian driven, the community

and mercantile space along Coyotes

property corners along 93rd Avenue

resists urban sprawl and promotes

Boulevard. The large, stacked, flat

that invite pedestrian traffic and

environmental consciousness.” n

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: MGM MIRAGE

CityCenter Residential Sales Pavilion

Type of Project: A new sales office/showroom for residences Size: 28,970 square feet (total)

Due to open in late 2009, MGM

CityCenter lifestyle.” Due to its loca-

helps by reflecting heat and reduc-

MIRAGE’s CityCenter project is an

tion on the strip, the team took spe-

ing the cooling load for the building.

The Need: To create a sales office/

$8 billion development that will fea-

cial care to ensure the building was

In addition, the building’s structural

showroom that evokes the warmth,

ture a 61-story hotel/casino, two

attractive on all sides.

steel frame can be reused or recycled

appeal and prestige of CityCenter’s

400-room hotels, a 500,000-square-

One unique aspect of the project

foot retail and entertainment district,

was that the sales pavilion would

The schedule was the project’s

and approximately 2,650 residenc-

be torn down when the residential

biggest challenge, according to Chris

es. “For a century, Las Vegas has

units were sold. Despite the tem-

Rowe, president of Thor Construction

been defined and redefined by the

porary nature of the project, the

Inc., the project’s general contractor.

hotels and resorts that line the strip,”

team tried to make it as environmen-

The team’s collaborative spirit helped

said Yvette Monet, spokesperson

tally friendly as possible. To that end,

manage the timing of the project,

for

“Project

many materials were used that were

and the owner’s hands-on approach

CityCenter kicks off the second cen-

sustainable, recycled or recyclable.

was also a big part of keeping things

tury with a big bang. The strip is

The office areas feature significant

on track. The decision makers were

evolving into a wonderfully exhilarat-

windows, allowing for daylighting,

available and on site to handle issues

WPH Architecture, Inc. Architect

ing place to live.”

while the showroom areas have far

immediately.

The new CityCenter Residential

fewer windows, improving insula-

As Las Vegas continues to evolve,

Gensler Architecture Design & Planning Worldwide Architect

Sales Pavilion is the main building

tion and creating the “black box”

new projects such as this and the

for the sales of CityCenter’s resi-

experience that would allow the cus-

residential units it represents help

Tishman Construction Corporation of Nevada Executive Construction Manager

dences, allowing potential custom-

tomers to view the models without

redefine what the city’s experience is

ers to see representations of all the

visual input from the exterior world.

now and for the future. n

Thor Construction Inc. General Contractor

different types of residences that

A highly reflective white roof also

Cost: $24 million (total) Construction Time: June 2006 January 2007 (opened to public)

residences The Challenge: Staying on schedule

TEAM MEMBERS

B.E.T. Plumbing

MGM

MIRAGE.

when the project is demolished.

— Marci Grossman

will be a part of the complex. The two-story, 28,970-square-foot facility

Giroux Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing/ Architectural Metals

features office space and a high-end

Pacific Coast Steel, Inc. Rebar Fabrication & Installation

rooms, a lobby, a rotunda, a confer-

showroom that includes four model ence room and more. “[The goal was] to bring the idea of CityCenter across in the sales pavilion,” said Doug Walton, principal for WPH Architecture Inc., one of the project’s architects. “We had to portray the warmth, appeal [and] prestige of the future residences in that building. We tried to depict the exclusive

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Tempe, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner/Developer: SunCor

Bridgeview Condominiums

Development Company Type of Project: A new residential condominium building

exterior seamlessly blend with the

met demonstration kitchen, a 24-seat

a 12-story residential building with

surrounding buildings. “Through the

dining room, a catering kitchen, a

Construction Time: 2006 - March

a private parking facility that is a

use of exposed concrete slabs and

library, a lounge and a business cen-

2008

part of Hayden Ferry Lakeside, a

columns, EIFS [exterior insulation

ter. Exterior amenities include three

The Need: Additional residential

premier mixed-use development

finish system], and a combination

outdoor kitchens; a water feature and

that includes office, retail and residen-

of curtain wall and framed window

fireplace; a pool and spa; and a six-

tial components.

systems, Bridgeview Condominiums

hole putting green.

Size: 243,571 square feet Cost: $60 million (construction costs)

housing in the Hayden Ferry Lakeside development The Challenge: Constructing a building with a water-tight envelope

TEAM MEMBERS

Callison Architect McCarthy Building Companies (RC, LLC) General Contractor Calply Door Systems Cary Kopczynski & Company, Inc. P.S. Structural Engineer Energy Systems Design, Inc. Consulting Engineers

Bridgeview

Condominiums

Located in the geographic cen-

are an icon on the shores of Tempe

According to Randy Levin, vice

ter of Maricopa County and along

Town Lake,” said Justin Newman,

president of design and urban devel-

the south shore of Tempe Town

senior project manager at McCarthy

opment at SunCor Development

Lake, Bridgeview is within minutes

Building Companies (RC, LLC), the

Company, the project’s owner/devel-

of light rail, three freeways, Phoenix

project’s general contractor.

oper, the most innovative aspect

Sky Harbor International Airport,

Units range from 1,168 to 5,000

of the project was the use of tri-

downtown Phoenix and Scottsdale.

square feet, and each home has a

ple-pane glazing and a high-effi-

“Bridgeview combines the excite-

private patio or balcony as well as

ciency insulated acoustic exterior to

ment of and convenience of urban

high-end cabinetry and light fix-

eliminate aircraft noise inside the units,

living with the quiet serenity of lake

tures; spacious master bathrooms

as the building is in the flight path

and mountain vistas,” said Bob

with separate tub and shower enclo-

to Phoenix Sky Harbor International

Hutnik, AIA, principal for Callison, the

sures; Classy-Closet closet systems;

Airport.

project’s architect.

advanced wiring for the latest tech-

“One of the greatest challenges

Each of the 104 luxury condo-

nology; granite countertops; upgrad-

was constructing a building that has

miniums is strategically oriented with

ed flooring; and designer wall colors.

a completely ‘water-tight’ envelope,”

angled bay windows to maximize

Common area amenities include a

said Levin. In order to overcome

views of Tempe Town Lake as well

12-seat movie theater with refresh-

this challenge, the team built a full-

as the surrounding mountains while

ment station; a billiards room; a state-

size mock-up of a portion of a typi-

maintaining privacy between neigh-

of-the-art fitness facility with locker

cal bay of the building to allow for

boring units. The blue tinted glass and

rooms and steam and sauna rooms;

trial and testing the system prior to

brushed metal finishes on Bridgeview’s

and a club room that features a gour-

installation.

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Additional challenges, according to Newman, included colorization milestones, glass rail details, trellis connection details, interior exposed ceilings and life safety testing prior to final testing. “Each initiative and challenge had a plan in place for the project team to complete the task to the highest quality level. The reality of having these plans in place is that there are significant cost savings in reduced rework and schedule delays,” said Newman. Bridgeview

Condominiums

part of an award-winning mixed-use development that will encompass five million square feet of office, commercial, retail and residential space. “The homes in Bridgeview provide an exceptional setting in an unparalleled value in the Phoenix area,” said Levin. “Life at Bridgeview is a true urban live-work-play environment that is unrivaled in this market.” n — Stacey Nathanson

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Facts & Figures Owner: Del Webb Corporation

The Club at Madeira Canyon Recreation Center

Type of Project: A new recreation center for an existing community Size: 8,250 square feet Cost: $4.3 million (construction costs) Construction Time: March 2006

Madeira Canyon is an upscale

ation center’s exterior architectural

teamwork and close coordina-

The Need: A recreation center for

gated community in Henderson near

grandeur is impressive yet welcom-

tion. “The project included a large

the Madeira Canyon community

the Black Mountains. With beautiful

ing with large windows that reveal

amount of high-end electrical fea-

views and high-end homes, it offers

the activity going on within. The

tures,” said Barbara Taylor, director

the nearby excitement of the Las

building features an arched main

of marketing for R&O Construction,

Vegas strip and the sanctuary of

entryway that is repeated over the

the project’s general contractor.

a community. The new Club at

windows. The parking lot is well

“Lavish chandeliers are the most

Madeira Canyon Recreation Center

landscaped with a park-like appeal.

obvious, but less obvious is a fully

- December 2006

The Challenge: Incorporating the project’s electrical features into the facility within the allotted time

offers luxurious recreational facili-

The interior is welcoming as well

automated lighting control system

ties to further enhance the Madeira

— warm and luxurious at once

inside and out. One of the major

Canyon residential experience.

with high ceilings and natural col-

challenges to a project like this one

The facility includes a spa with

ors. Ornate woodwork is found

is the requirement that all electrical

two massage rooms and a fitness

throughout the facility, including a

be run inside conduit. That becomes

STG Design Inc. Architect

area with more than 25 different

suspended custom wood-slat ceil-

quite a challenge to fit in along

workout machines. Outside, there is

ing. A large stone fireplace creates

shear walls and in small spaces.”

R&O Construction General Contractor

a swimming pool, a basketball court

a comfortable area that is perfect

Thanks to a dedicated team that

American Asphalt & Grading Co.

and three tennis courts. The basket-

for both quiet contemplation and

produced high-quality results, the

ball and tennis courts are equipped

socialization.

beauty and luxury of the Madeira

TEAM MEMBERS

Pete King Drywall Renner Sports Surfaces Outdoor Sport Surfaces

with automatic lighting to allow for

Incorporating the project’s elec-

Canyon neighborhood are reflected

trical features into the facility within

in the community’s new recreation

Designed to be as upscale as

the allotted time was challenging

center. n

the community’s homes, the recre-

and required a great amount of

nighttime play.

— Marci Grossman

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Facts & Figures Owner: CityMark Juhl LLC Type of Project: A new mixeduse facility Size: 641,654 square feet Cost: $100 million (construction costs) Construction Time: June 2006 - August 2008 The Need: To redevelop a full city block in downtown Las Vegas into a quality mixed-use complex The Challenge: Bringing a livework facility into a very urban area

TEAM MEMBERS

Martinez + Cutri Architects Architect Turner Construction Company General Contractor

Las Vegas, Nevada

Harris Consulting Engineers

juhl

Helix Electric Electrical Contractors Image Construction, Inc. General & Managing Contractor Preferred Underground RPS - Regional Steel Corporation

nine-story building, a seven-story

setbacks; appropriate recesses and

the downtown/Freemont Street

Located on 2.38 acres between

building, a six-story building and a

glazing to account for sun expo-

area and the Las Vegas strip, juhl

five-story parking structure located

sure; and an active, pedestrian-

transforms nearly a full city block

at the core of the complex. The

friendly street level.

into a new high-density residential

parking structure’s rooftop fea-

loft development. “juhl adds to

tures landscaped open space that

the

downtown Las Vegas a quality

includes a garden, a sun deck,

town Las Vegas. As a mixed-use

mixed-use residential [complex]

a spa and individual terraces for

property, it brings both business-

that promotes active urban living,”

residents.

es and residences into the area.

juhl is a big step forward in redevelopment

down-

said Alex Beaton, project manager

The complex is made up of one-

By encompassing an entire city

of CityMark Juhl LLC, the project’s

and two-bedroom units, studios,

block, it redefines the surround-

owner.

townhomes, live/work units, and

ing area and encourages further

In all, juhl is made up of five

ground-floor retail spaces. It offers

development. For those working

structures — a 15-story tower, a

a wide variety of residential oppor-

downtown, the project gives them

tunities with flexible floor plans.

the opportunity to live in the city

Beaton said, “The design is the

and easily participate in all it has

most innovative aspect of the [proj-

to offer.

ect] as it embraces the urban fabric

As is frequently seen in large

of the city while offering a variety

and innovative projects, part of

of residential unit types in five dis-

the success was based on team

tinctly different buildings.”

members who were familiar with

According to Martinez + Cutri

one another. Beaton said, “The

Architects, the project’s architect,

team has worked together on many

the development aims to reflect the

other buildings, which created

energy and urban character of the

cohesion amongst the team [mem-

Las Vegas strip and incorporate the

bers] to work through complicated

subtlety of the natural landscape.

issues.” n

To that end, the site has minimal

— Marci Grossman

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Newport Lofts Rising 335 feet above the Arts District of Las Vegas, Newport Lofts residential condominiums have a unique take on living luxuriously. Facts & Figures Owners/Developers: Cherry Development; Seegmiller Partners

The high rise includes 168 highend urban lofts, complete with con-

LLC

cierge service, ground-floor retail

Type of Project: A new high-rise

and a 24-hour doorman. The pent-

condominium tower

house level has a total of 12 two-

Size: 447,736 square feet Cost: $104 million (total)

story penthouse units, emitting a

Construction Time: June 2005

revamped urban feel. The first six

- October 2007

floors are reserved for secured park-

The Need: High-rise residential condominiums as part of the city’s

ing, with residential units beginning

revitalization

on the eighth floor, 100 feet off

The Challenge: Building on

the ground, giving light to brilliant

the tight, half-acre site, and

views regardless of where you’re

staying on budget despite rising construction costs

living. High above the commotion of the city sits a rooftop amenities deck, offering residents and guests a state-of-the-art fitness center with a running track; a swimming pool and Jacuzzi; spa facilities; a clubhouse with billiards; and a lounge and movie room. On the rooftop,

TEAM MEMBERS

OTL Consulting Owner’s Representative WPH Architecture Inc. Architect Breslin Builders General Contractor Helix Electric Electrical Contractors Nevada Stone & Tile, Inc. Tile, Stone & Solid Surface Contractor Pacific Coast Steel, Inc. Rebar Fabrication & Installation

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residents and guests are treated to a stunning view of the mountains and the Las Vegas strip. Photo courtesy of Breslin Builders

The site for Newport Lofts was chosen based on the current and

as the project manager for Newport

to below grade, saving money and

major renovation that Las Vegas is

Lofts. “As part of the downtown

construction time as well as a long

undergoing. Art galleries surround

redevelopment plan, the usual zon-

walk to their cars for residents.

the building, and the atmosphere in

ing codes were more lenient,” he

The garage was no small task,

this specific district is one of vibrancy

said, regarding the chosen location

however, and each tradesman

and livelihood; the perfect place for

for the project. “The zoning overlay

struggled with space and technique.

a high-density, sophisticated new

was through part of downtown,

“The parking garage on the postage

residential high rise.

and within that zone was where

stamp parcel was difficult,” Cherry

Jack Breslin, president of Breslin

we decided to build. That’s where

said. After objective planning, the

Builders, the project’s general con-

the zone specifies that there are no

architectural team was “able to cre-

tractor, said the high rise “is breath-

height or set-back requirements.”

ate a spiral garage and still make

ing new life into an area that had

“It’s really unique in Nevada to

things comfortable,” he added.

been declining and deteriorating

have 23 stories on half an acre,”

According to Doug Walton,

over the past few decades.” The

said Sam Cherry, CEO of Cherry

AIA, NCARB, principal for WPH

building offers locals and visitors a

Development, one of the project’s

Architecture Inc., the project’s archi-

paramount living space, whether

owners/developers. The tight build-

tect, the building was conceived

they wish to make it a home or just

ing space required extreme coordi-

with the parking garage on a con-

come to escape for a few nights out

nation from all team members on

tinuous spiral around a central eleva-

of the year.

board.

tor/stair core to both minimize the

Rocky Derrick, vice president for

Since there were no height limi-

garage’s height and maximize the

Seegmiller Partners LLC, one of the

tations, the team built the parking

number of spaces achieved. The

project’s owners/developers, served

garage above ground as opposed

residential units were then organized

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around a loop corridor system to

steel,” and that helped the project

take advantage of exterior views, he

stay on budget.

said. “Unit layouts were repetitious

Indeed, wildly escalating costs in

vertically to avoid costly horizontal

the Las Vegas area were of concern

utility transfers from floor to floor.

from the beginning, said Walton.

The amenity deck was accentuated

However, the rising costs were offset

by a space frame that became the

by meticulous planning and prepa-

signature roof element for the archi-

ration and careful comparison of

tecture of the building.”

materials.

Inside the building, exposed con-

Challenges can be expected for

crete floors give the spaces a “loft

any project of this magnitude, but

feel,” while interior unit doors and

that didn’t stop Newport Lofts from

cabinetry are European designed

becoming a structurally defying resi-

and enhance the “uniqueness of this

dential high rise.

high-rise project,” said Breslin.

“It was the project team that

To save time on construction,

made the project what it was,” said

the team decided to use a steel

Derrick. “The architects were ami-

superstructure instead of concrete.

able and really creative, thinking

According to Derrick, an exterior

outside the box; they were able to

insulation finish system (EIFS) was

fit all the parking spaces in six stories

used for the exterior skin on the

of the building. [They were] very

outside of the building, versus all

imaginative with design issues. The

glass. “It was cost-effective, but we

consultants, architect and contractor

still provided enough windows and

made the project what it is and what

sliding glass doors and had a lot of

it turned out to be. It was really a

natural light,” he said.

team effort.”

“In a market where construction

Now, Newport Lofts has become

costs at the time were going up at

a grand addition to the Las Vegas

one percent a month,” said Cherry,

strip. n

“we were able to pre-purchase

— Megan Merritt

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Facts & Figures Owner: Housing Authority of the City of Las Vegas Developer: Affordable Housing Programs, Inc. Type of Project: New low-income housing Size: 92,000 square feet Cost: $15 million Construction Time: March 2006 - July 2007 The Need: Affordable, quality public housing in Las Vegas The Challenge: Ensuring the safety and security of residents and the jobsite

Las Vegas, Nevada

Otto Mérida Desert Villas TEAM MEMBERS

Otto Mérida Desert Villas, a public housing project that includes a

Lucchesi Galati Architect

Ensuring sustainability was a major

buildings 20 and 32 both consisted

project goal.

of unit types B1 and C2; however,

variety of residential units and inte-

The ENERGY STAR-rated units

the layouts were mirrored. This

rior and exterior community areas,

feature clean architectural lines to

required special care to ensure the

provides affordable housing in Las

create a modern and comfortable

walls were properly laid out, doors

American Asphalt & Grading Co.

Vegas. As incentive public housing,

setting. The homes include single-

swing correctly, etc.”

Joseph A. Cesare & Associates Geotechnical Engineers

the project offers programming

car garages, covered front porches

The project included a phased

and supportive services to help

and trellised rear patios. The build-

turnover of units to residents —

families on the road to economic

ings are organized so the rear patios

even as construction continued on

self sufficiency.

open onto shared courtyard areas,

the other units. This allowed the

allowing community members to

owner to receive rental revenue

gather and socialize.

and tax credits prior to full comple-

Jaynes Corporation General Contractor

Milgard Windows & Doors Windows & Doors Ron Hanlon Masonry Masonry Contractor

The eight-acre development is made up of 60 detached singlefamily and duplex rental units and

There are eight different floor

tion, but meant the safety and

a community center. The com-

plans used in different combina-

security of the residents and the

munity center includes a kitchen,

tions to create the units in the

jobsite needed to be maintained.

a multipurpose room, a computer

duplexes. Steve Zohner, project

According to Lucchesi Galati,

laboratory, classrooms, and space

manager for Jaynes Corporation,

the project’s architect, this unique

for management and support staff.

the project’s general contractor,

development redefines the image

Outside, the community features

said, “This created [an] extra coor-

of public housing, focusing on

drought-tolerant plantings, bar-

dination effort to ensure the unit

community, security and a sense of

beque and picnic areas, a play-

types were combined correctly for

ownership. n

ground, and landscaped walkways.

specific buildings. For example,

— Marci Grossman

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Scottsdale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Furst Properties

Pinnacle at Perimeter Center

Type of Project: A new office Building Size: 92,900 square feet

Pinnacle at Perimeter Center,

order to adhere to the city’s strict

tion and visibility along the freeway,

located in Scottsdale, Ariz., was

design guidelines and color palette

which enabled the building itself to

space in the Perimeter Center

constructed in order to provide

requirements.

become a billboard for tenant sig-

development

additional office space for the area

The Pinnacle at Perimeter Center

nage and identification, making this

The Challenge: Meeting the city’s

and was the first real multitenant,

obtained full capacity leasing by the

project desirable to tenants who

class A speculative office building

time it was finished, according to

want the free marketing afforded

to be built in the Perimeter Center

Korczyk. The success of the prop-

by the freeway exposure. n

development.

erty is in part due to its great loca-

Construction Time: Completed in January 2006 The Need: Additional office

strict design guidelines

— Stacey Nathanson

The three-story, 92,900-squarefoot project includes multitenant office space, a two-story lobby, exterior balconies and Pima FreeTEAM MEMBERS

DAVIS Architect Wespac Construction General Contractor

way frontage. Located at a bend in the freeway, the building conforms to the irregular lot shape and follows the setback line from the road, thus

AME Southwest

maximizing its vehicular exposure.

AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

“The goal was to capitalize on both

Aspen Interiors, Inc. Painting & Wallcovering Contractors

the fantastic views of the McDowell Mountains in north Scottsdale and the site presence of the Pima

B&B Glass Company

Freeway (Loop 101) for tenant sig-

RMJ Electrical Contractors, Inc. Electrical Contractors

nage exposure and identity,” said

Saguaro Steel Inc. Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

for DAVIS, the project’s architect.

Schuck and Sons Construction Company Doors/Frames/Hardware

Kevin Korczyk, creative director “We wanted to design a signature architectural statement that worked within the city of Scottsdale’s sensitive design guidelines, yet meet the market’s needs for efficient and flexible floorplate utilization and window line.” According to Korczyk, the greatest challenge on the project was that close coordination with the City of Scottsdale was needed in

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Prescott Valley, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner/Developer/General Contractor: Empire Companies Type of Project: A mixed-use

Quailwood Community Center

facility that serves as the focal

Quailwood Community Center

friendly community center that

oper/general contractor Empire

is the focal point of a 280-acre

wasn’t stuffy or overly formal, but

Companies, stuck to a palette

Construction Time: July 2005

mixed-use, master-planned devel-

still impressive to homeowners and

of simple earth tones in order to

- May 2006

opment in Prescott Valley, Ariz. The

guests,” said Ken Powers, presi-

“embrace the beauty of the sur-

The Need: A center for community

14,000-square-foot facility serves as

dent and architect of record for

rounding countryside and not

a spacious site for community activ-

Perlman Architects of Arizona, Inc.,

compete with it,” Powers said.

The Challenge: Fitting all the

ities and meetings; various exercise

the project’s architect. “Simple

Generous roof overhangs pro-

required program areas onto the

programs; recreational activities;

honest building materials, com-

vide solar protection for window

and parties, and consists of numer-

fortable furnishings and generous

wall glazing and give Quailwood

ous exterior courtyards, terraces

fireplaces all contribute to achiev-

a majestic, horizontal appearance,

and covered porches.

ing this goal.”

while clerestory windows and shed

point of a 280-acre development Size: 14,000 square feet Cost: $4.8 million

activities, recreation, exercise, parties and meetings

tight site

“A primary design goal for this

The construction team, consist-

dormers bring natural lighting to

facility was to create a warm,

ing of Perlman and owner/devel-

the interior of the building, reducing long-term energy needs. “To enhance flow and continu-

TEAM MEMBERS

Perlman Architects of Arizona, Inc. Architect

ity between exterior and interior spaces, masonry was used extensively in the construction of the Quailwood Community Center,”

Schuck and Sons Construction Company Doors/Frames/Hardware

Powers said. This use of mason-

Urban Earth Design, LLC Landscape Architects

metal roofing, mimics the tradi-

ry, along with natural galvanized tional

farming

Prescott Valley.

community

However, “while

inspired by historical local buildings, the Quailwood Community Center also has progressive modern design elements,” he said. Window wall glazing, aluminum mullions and

stained

concrete

flooring

are not typical of older building structures in the area. In this way, Quailwood’s design from inception was a carefully constructed balance

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between blending in with its nat-

center, a kitchen, a conference

the team was constantly forced

ural and traditional surroundings

room, a media room, a library,

to think of innovative ways to

and providing a unique, modern-

a wet bar, an outdoor barbeque

accommodate

the

own-

of Quailwood’s needed elements

ized presence in the valley.

area, sports courts, terraces, patios,

er’s

vision

and

and provide an elaborate com-

“The building site was perhaps

a community pool and vehicu-

include all the necessary elements.

munity center with a variety of

the biggest challenge faced by the

lar parking, this obstacle was not

Strategic planning and value engi-

activities and spaces. Its success,

design team from the very begin-

easily

design

neering were implemented to

said Powers, “is clearly demon-

ning of the project,” said Powers.

team also continually balanced

achieve these goals. The “ability to

strated by the inherent beauty,

A sloping site with a no-build

the generous building program

accommodate a variety of desirable

dependability and honest struc-

flood plain limited the building

goals with a tight construction

gathering places both indoors and

tural expression of the Quailwood

area. With so many features to be

budget,” Powers said. Working

out is expressed in an innovative

Community Center.” n

incorporated, including a banquet

with limited space and money,

floor plan,” Powers said.

overcome.

“The

overall

In the end, the team was able successfully

incorporate

all

— Sara Teller

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Glendale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Individual private buyers

The Quarter Condominiums

Developer: The Quarter Condominiums LP Type of Project: New

The

condominiums Size: 279,340 livable square feet Construction Time: May 2006

Quarter

Condominiums,

located in the Westgate City Center

- March 2008

development, is a 171-unit condo-

Cost: $26.7 million (construction

minium community featuring three-

hard costs)

story townhouse-style units with

The Need: Condominiums in the Westgate City Center

large floor plans and direct-access

The Challenge: Completing the

garages. Built to bring luxury con-

project before the Fiesta Bowl

dominiums to the growing area,

and the Super Bowl

the Quarter’s flat roofs, bold colors, multiple vertical and horizontal planes, and steel awnings and canopies are intended to create an urban, contemporary “Arizona Deco” concept that ties in with the other office and retail buildings in Westgate

TEAM MEMBERS

City Center. In conjunction with the Alexan

Todd & Associates, Inc. Architect Trammell Crow Residential Southwest Construction (TCR Southwest Construction LP) General Contractor

Westgate apartments, the comPhotos courtesy of Trammell Crow Residential

munity is intended to engage the pedestrian-oriented nature of the

for Todd & Associates, Inc., the

imperative to overcome challenges

surrounding developments, accord-

project’s architect. Livable square

such as coordinating construction

European Pavers Southwest, Inc. Segmental Pavers/Landscape Design

ing to Mark L. Campbell, director of

footage ranges from 1,424 to 1,815

activities with other construction in

preconstruction with Trammell Crow

square feet with floor plans rang-

the Westgate area and a compressed

R.T. Brown Mechanical, Inc. HVAC Systems

Residential Southwest Construction

ing from two-bedroom, two-and-

schedule at a time when the valley

(TCR Southwest Construction LP),

a-half-bath with or without dens

was in the middle of a construc-

the project’s general contractor. With

to three-bedroom, three-bath units.

tion boom that created shortages

that in mind, at the property corners

Interiors are described as Century

in subcontractor teams. “Through

along 93rd Avenue the buildings fea-

Fusion, which is an eclectic mix of

diligent and constant management

ture large, curved radius, pass-under

contemporary styles from around

by project managers and field per-

bridged entries that invite pedestrian

the world. Each townhouse features

sonnel, we were able to achieve

traffic and give residents a sense of

granite countertops, stainless steel

our overall goal,” stated Campbell.

arrival into their gated community.

appliances, ceramic tile and hard-

In addition, since The Quarter was

“Our goal was to create a com-

wood flooring. Each unit has direct

built concurrently with The Alexan

munity that would engage the

access to a two-car garage as well

Westgate apartment community,

experience of the Westgate Center

as to an oversized private patio and

much of the administrative staff

and the major sports complexes but

balcony. The project also includes

functions were shared between

at the same time provide a quiet

two pools and an award-winning

the projects, enabling the build-

oasis to get away from the activi-

contemporary community center

ings to be constructed more quickly

ties,” stated Campbell. “We accom-

with a zen/high-energy decor. The

than if they were being built at dif-

plished this by having all the perim-

interior design of the building was

ferent times.

eter units have direct entry access

awarded first place by the American

The Quarter brings luxury condo-

to the Westgate Street scene while

Society of Interior Designers (ASID),

minium living to a variety of young

all of the interior units either face

Arizona North Chapter under the

adults who are searching for the

the community pools or large expan-

commercial category in 2007.

lifestyle Westgate represents.

sive courtyards.”

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Said

With both the Fiesta Bowl and

Campbell, “This community pro-

“The design complements the

the Super Bowl occurring in the area

vides contemporary urban living in

overall mission of the owner by

in early 2008, it was important to

an exciting entertainment district

taking great care to incorporate a

have the project ready for residents

for those with an active/interactive

vast diversity of unit types,” said

and to have it finished and looking

lifestyle.” n

Orion Pientak, project manager

good for visitors. Therefore, it was

— Stacey Nathanson

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Facts & Figures Owner: DAZ-3 LLC c/o The DESCO Group Type of Project: A two-tiered mixed-use office, retail and industrial facility Size: 180,000 square feet (office space); 14,027 square feet (retail) Cost: Approximately $38 million Construction Time: March 2005 - January 2006 (Phase I); January 2006 - August 2007 (Phase II) The Need: An attractive, class A office complex for businesses and visitors The Challenge: Effectively remedying glitches in Phase I before completion of Phase II Photo courtesy of Rick Brazil

Mesa, Arizona

Stapley Corporate Center TEAM MEMBERS

Archicon, LC Architecture & Interiors Architect The Beck Group General Contractor AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

Conveniently located just south

the whole concept was to build

With such similar construction

of US-60 in Mesa, Ariz., Stapley

a complex that was very impres-

concepts implemented in both

Corporate Center is an elegant

sive.” Some of these impressive

phases, the team was able to take

mixed-use facility that conveys a

features include stylized marble

note of any issues or challenges

notable measure of curb appeal

and high-polished authentic Italian

encountered during the first phase

amongst its neighboring industrial

stone tiled floors, a decorative stain-

and make necessary modifications

facilities. The massive 194,027-

less steel stairway, and 40-foot-

to its processes in the second. One

square-foot building, comprising

high ceilings.

Original artwork is

of these challenges was a delayed

retail, office and industrial space,

displayed prominently in the main

steel fabrication and installation

Cintas Fire Protection

was constructed in two phases

public area of the facility, and the

schedule during Phase I. With a sim-

Desert Millwork Inc. Architectural Millwork/ Casework/Woodwork

designed to be mirror images of

shear volume of Stapley’s central

ilar design needed in Phase II, the

each other.

lobby “wows visitors from the

team took note of this minor pro-

Saguaro Steel Inc. Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors Sign Language Inc. Signs

The center is advantageously

minute they open the door,” said

cess glitch and was able to bypass

“located in close proximity to major

Koski. “Entering the building is like

potential future delays. In this way,

traffic corridors and demograph-

walking into a cathedral; the inte-

the team worked together through-

ics, [with] over two million square

rior finishes, windows, expansive

out the project to avoid any major

feet of retail and restaurants within

ceilings and corridors are exquisite

challenges, completing construc-

walking distance of the project,”

and breathtaking.”

tion of the complex nearly seam-

said Ann Gillespie, project manager

“Phase II complements Phase I,”

lessly in just under two and a half

for The DESCO Group, the project’s

Koski said, with little noticeable

years. The two phases of Stapley

owner. The enormous structure,

variation in the concept of the two

Corporate Center were successfully

with its unique natural stone exte-

construction phases. “The main

completed in January 2006 and

rior accented by large blue reflec-

centerpieces

[connect-

August 2007, respectively. Gillespie

tive glass windows, is hard to miss

ing] lobbies — mirror each other

added, “The Beck Group brought

by anyone passing by.

and complete the arc of overall

extensive expertise to the construc-

design.”

tion side and created a very positive

The interior of the building is

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—

the

Even the surrounding

equally distinctive with an intri-

campus of both cohesive phas-

cate array of earth tones and tex-

es is nearly identical. The adja-

construction experience.” “We were fortunate not to

tures that add to its uniqueness.

cent parking lot and landscaping

encounter any major challenges

“We [wish to] emphasize that this

design concepts utilized in Phase II

on this project,” Koski explained.

is class A office space,” said Jeff

mirror those of Phase I, with the

“The overall concept of the com-

Koski, project director of Archicon,

exception of several additional park-

plex came together into one cohe-

LC Architecture & Interiors, the

ing canopies that were constructed

sive center.” n

project’s architect. “And, as such,

during Phase II.

— Sara Teller

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Gilbert, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owners: Hamilton Vance Partners;

Warner Plaza

Shea Commercial Type of Project: New office/ commercial space in a residential

Located within one of Gilbert’s

As with any multifaceted proj-

tunity for local residents to own

growing residential areas, Warner

ect, Zele said the strengths of

and operate individual businesses

(construction costs)

Plaza was constructed to pro-

the project team helped ensure

within their own neighborhood,”

Construction Time: June 2006

vide “an attractive ambiance that

the success of Warner Plaza. “The

said Zele. “All our buyers reside

- August 2007

would enhance the neighborhood

diverse experience of Hamilton

within a 12-mile radius of the proj-

visually while filling a range of

Vance Partners’ personnel pro-

ect, with the majority living less

The Challenge: Providing a place

user needs,” said Palmyre Zele,

vided the skills necessary to suc-

than two miles from home. With

for employees to bring their

projects coordinator for Hamilton

cessfully incorporate divergent ele-

gas prices continually fluctuating,

Vance Partners, one of the proj-

ments such as a daycare/preschool

this is obviously an idea whose

ect’s owners.

and retail into the overall project

time has come. Together with

The 68,000-square-foot project

without compromising the integ-

the adjacent daycare/preschool

consists of 12 buildings. Warner

rity or visual impact of the office

facility and retail shops, Warner

Plaza sets itself apart from simi-

component,” she said.

Plaza offers residents options rang-

setting Size: 68,000 square feet Cost: $7 million

The Need: Commercial space in a growing area of Gilbert

children without compromising the visual impact of the office component

TEAM MEMBERS

lar projects with its grand entry,

While those not living in Gilbert

ing from unique offices and res-

which features an entry drive lined

will certainly be drawn to the

taurants — conveniences that all

by stately Queen Palms and two

uniqueness of the facility, the real

serve the dual benefit of time and

fountains surrounded by expan-

benefit is to the local community.

gas economy.” n

sive lawns. Warner Plaza features

“Warner Plaza provides an oppor-

— Natalie Blythe

elaborate architecture with con-

DAVIS Architect

temporary design and precast

AR Mays Construction General Contractor Caviness Construction General Contractor

accents on the exterior facade. Another unique feature of the project is “a state-of-the-art Goddard

Calply Door Systems

School, caring for children from

Clone Stone Manufacturing, Inc. Masonry Contractors

six months to five years [that] is

Hawkins Design Group Inc. Electrical Engineers

ings,” Zele said. “Its delightful

situated within steps of the buildenvironment is a boon for nearby families, providing a safe haven and early learning experiences for small children while their parents work nearby.” During these tough economic times, having Warner Plaza in the community makes good sense and, according to Zele, the good sense comes from Warner Plaza’s blend of several key components, such as the location of the office/commercial space amongst fountains and a lush landscape; buildings with architecture that “breaks the mold of the typical brick and mortar visible throughout Phoenix;” premier childcare facilities within close proximity; and a retail aspect bringing the project together. “Banks, gas stations and other services within walking distance complete the picture,” she said. Photos courtesy of David Orr Photography

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Chandler, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Cornerstone Christian Fellowship Worship Center Type of Project: A new permanent worship Center Size: 40,000 square feet Cost: $8.3 million

Cornerstone Christian Fellowship Worship Center

(construction cost) Construction Time: January 2006 to April 2007 The Need: Thriving congregation desires updated worship center The Challenge: Incorporate technology to bring church into new era

TEAM MEMBERS

Dean Hughes, Eagle Project Consulting Owner’s Representative BCDM/Barduson Architecture Architect Rowland Companies Construction Manager at Risk Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance Carlson Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing Diversified Builder Supply, Inc. Specialty Masonry Products & Installation

Cornerstone Christian Fellowship

ous 500-seat worship space needed

further engage the local commu-

in Chandler, Ariz., has grown from

to evolve to serve its growing

nity. By incorporating technologi-

160 members 12 years ago to a

membership while also allowing for

cally advanced equipment to spread

thriving congregation of more than

future expansion.

Cornerstone’s message, the services

5,000 today. To accommodate this growth, Cornerstone’s previ-

With

the

expansion

the

are filled with creative artistic ele-

church came the opportunity to

ments, powerful worship music and

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messages applying to everyday life.

W. Barduson, principal of BCDM/

building. “The entire design and

In the end, all elements came

This energy is also carried throughout

Barduson Architecture.

building team came together to

together to create a sanctuary in the

the design of the new facility. “The

“Cornerstone has built their cul-

coordinate the addition of two col-

desert and a home for Cornerstone’s

contemporary architecture reflects

ture around young families and

umns and a beam to create a large

congregation. “This is not your

the personality of the young, ener-

has done an excellent job of out-

opening in an already constructed

grandfather’s church, but is part

getic congregation,” noted Kathy

reach to the community,” said Paul

block wall,” said Barduson. The

Starbuck’s café, part Christian book-

Sponsel, senior project manager for

A. Alessio, managing partner for

team acted in unison to obtain a

store, part dream world for children,

BCDM/Barduson Architecture, the

Rowland Companies, the project’s

permit and continue construction,

part worship hall, part youth media

project’s architect. “Even the crosses

construction manager at risk.

removing walls, eliminating rooms

center,” concluded Barduson. n

are designed slanted rather than vertical to say ‘a church in motion.’ ” The

new

The services themselves take place logically advanced worship space.

worship center is located on a

Services are enhanced with a live

21-acre site. In addition to wor-

band and expansive video produc-

ship space, the building includes a

tion. Music and message envelop

5,000-square-foot lobby with a

churchgoers through an 18-foot by

Starbucks franchise; educational

36-foot center projector screen and

classrooms; daycare accommoda-

two smaller 16-foot by nine-foot side

tions; conference rooms; a media

screens matched by a high-quality

room; green rooms; backstage stor-

sound system.

Since families make up the major-

— Jessica Padilla Bowen

in a new, larger and more techno-

40,000-square-foot

age; and a bookstore.

and reconfiguring power.

The

complete

audiovisual

experience appeals to the youth-

ity of the congregation, having an

ful congregation.

appealing children’s area is key to

“Cornerstone’s worship center is

Alessio noted,

engaging children and their parents.

designed for the MTV generation.

Cornerstone’s children’s center is

It has a high-tech, theatrical feel and

a standout, designed to resemble

contemporary design.”

a colorful Nickelodeon studio. The

The team was challenged when

area features a 20-foot-tall tree with

the exact audio-video technology

hanging mechanical monkeys and

system was chosen several months

music. A lifelike elephant in the

into construction. The design did

waterfall greets and delights chil-

not accommodate the chosen sys-

dren. “Cornerstone was designed

tem, requiring the architect, con-

to be such a cool, dynamic environ-

struction managers and audio-

ment for kids that they beg their

visual consultants to fit the new

parents to return,” said Steven

system into the nearly constructed Photos courtesy of Rowland Companies

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Facts & Figures Owner: Phoenix Union High School District #210 Type of Project: A new high school Size: 302,968 square feet Cost: $58.3 million (construction costs) Construction Time: February 2005 - August 2007 The Need: A comprehensive school that would accommodate the growing community The Challenge: Dealing with Photos courtesy of Mark Boisclair Photography, Inc.

off-site issues and adapting the district’s small-school movement

Laveen, Arizona

into a large campus

Betty H. Fairfax High School The Phoenix Union High School

es are located in the center of the

Mark Pautzke, project manager for

District embraced the small-school

campus where visitors enter and

Adolfson & Peterson Construction,

movement and opened several

students gather to use the central

the project’s construction manager

small, 400- to 500-student spe-

library and café. Exterior facilities

at risk/general contractor. “The

cialty schools. However, due to

include baseball and softball fields,

facility is constructed of durable

the rapid growth in the south-

a football/soccer field, a practice

materials yet the open spaces

Adolfson & Peterson Construction Construction Manager at Risk/ General Contractor

ern portion of the district it was

field, a track, multi-purpose courts,

utilize natural light to provide a

determined that a new, compre-

and handball and tennis courts.

very comfortable environment,”

hensive high school was needed.

According to Patrick Prince, divi-

R.G. Porris Enterprises, Inc. General Contractor

“While this new school would

sion manager of construction and

“The greatest challenges were

accommodate 2,400 students, the

facilities services for Phoenix Union

the off-site issues,” said Prince. The

desire to integrate the small school

High School District #210, the

team had to work with the City of

movement was of prime impor-

project’s owner, the most innova-

Phoenix, the adjacent land owners,

tance,” noted Marsha Crockett of

tive aspect of the project, in addi-

Maricopa County Flood Control

DLR Group, the project’s architect

tion to the small school within a

District, Salt River Project and Pulte

and engineer.

school design concept, involved

Homes. In order to resolve the

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DLR Group Architect & Engineer

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they said.

A small learning community

the sustainable design features that

issues, the project team worked

(SLC) design was developed in

were used. These concepts include

together in various meetings with

order to deliver the promise of

reducing energy costs by installing

the other off-site stakeholders.

a small-school environment on

an energy management system

Adapting a school district’s com-

a large school campus. The SLC

to control campus HVAC systems,

mitment to the small-school move-

design clusters classrooms into

solar orientation of buildings, utiliz-

ment for a new 2,400-student

separate school buildings, and

ing well water during construction

urban high school was another

each SLC includes administration,

for dust control, using polished

challenge on the project, accord-

counseling and computer/media

ground concrete in the classroom

ing to Crockett. “Throughout our

services as well as a large gathering

building corridors, and installing

process we collaborated with dis-

area to accommodate the entire

insulated exterior windows.

trict leaders, faculty, students and

student population of that individ-

In order to reduce costs on the

neighborhood representatives as

ual school. “These SLCs promote a

project, the construction manager

a true community design team to

genuine sense of belonging. They

at risk delivery method was used.

arrive at the final visionary result

form a rich learning environment

“The construction manager at risk

for Betty H. Fairfax High School,”

by providing inspirational spaces

delivery allowed the general con-

she said. “The end result of the

and sociable places where students

tractor to be proactive early in

planning and design is a rich sense

are encouraged and empowered

the design and establish the most

of community for students within

to succeed,” said Crockett.

cost-effective manner to achieve

the larger community, delivering

The campus buildings are con-

the intent of the design as well

a positive impact on the students’

nected by a meandering path for

as meet the owner’s needs,” said

learning experience.” n

primary circulation. Student servic-

Jeff Keck, vice president/PIC, and

— Stacey Nathanson

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Facts & Figures Owner: Northern Arizona University Type of Project: A new academic/ research laboratory facility Size: 60,000 square feet Cost: $26 million Construction Time: November 2004 - August 2007

Flagstaff, Arizona

The Need: A dynamic, ecologically friendly research laboratory facility at NAU The Challenge: Achieving LEED® certification on a research laboratory building in a remote location

Applied Research & Development Facility at Northern Arizona University The

Applied

and

adjacent to the building. Providing

became a landmark gateway build-

ambient cooling to the building, the

ing to the campus, but also gave

Northern Arizona University (NAU)

lake also enhances the aesthetics of

NAU a recognizable architectural

is a structural testament to the work

the property significantly.

identity within the state and nation-

Development

TEAM MEMBERS

Burns Wald-Hopkins Shambach Architects Executive Architect Hopkins Architects Design Architect Kitchell Contractors, Inc. Construction Manager at Risk/ General Contractor Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors

Research

(ARD)

Facility

and ideas the school fosters. Standing

According to Robin Shambach,

ally,” she said. “At the same time,

three stories high, the facility is only

AIA, LEED AP, principal for Burns

we recognize the need for the ARD

the second building in Arizona to

Wald-Hopkins Shambach Architects,

to fit within the grain of the campus,

have obtained a platinum certifica-

the project’s executive architect,

and to use local and natural materi-

tion from the U.S. Green Building

NAU had two major goals for this

als that reinforce the architectural

Council under the Leadership in

project. “The first was to achieve

character of Flagstaff.”

Energy and Environmental Design

a USGBC LEED®-certified platinum

(LEED®) program. It’s also one of the

building. The second was to create

as a “state-of-the-art laboratory

highest scoring buildings to receive

a signature building that not only

[designed] to enhance the research

Climatec HVAC Systems

offices that focus on the environment, including the National Park Service, the U.S. Geological Survey and the Center for Sustainable

JFK Electrical Contracting Enterprises Inc. Electrical Contractor

Environments.

Triad Steel Services, Inc. Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

envisioned

versity and governmental agency

Green Ideas

The Structures Group Southwest, Inc. Roofing Contractors

was

western gateway of NAU, the ARD facility is appropriately home to uni-

Schneider & Associates Structural Engineers Structural Engineers

facility

LEED® certification. Located at the

C.O. Boyer Metal Co., Inc. Mechanical Contractor

Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels

The

Chosen for its prominence on campus, the site was originally a brownfield and storm water detention basin at the main entry of the campus. This project provided an opportunity to clean the surrounding area. According to Richard Bowen, associate vice president for economic development at NAU, the reinvented site was used to increase the detention basin capacity and use storm water runoff to create a lake Photos courtesy of ©Vance Fox

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mission at NAU by providing a location for both the basic theoretical research in genetics and genomics, but also to provide a location for application and translation of the university’s research into real-world solutions, processes, patents and licenses,” said Bowen. Encompassing 60,000 square feet, the ARD is a brick, wood, glass and aluminum structure. The building Photo courtesy of ©Vance Fox

forms a long arc oriented toward the south to capture the winter sun in

runoff and reduce the heat island

ule. But with seminars and monthly

of Northern Arizona University has

a glass-enclosed, three-story gallery

effect. According to Olson, energy

meetings held by Kitchell, the sub-

been environmental research, envi-

that serves as a thermal buffer space

usage is reduced by more than 60

contractors were able to gain vital

ronmental curriculum and appli-

for the offices behind. Louvers and

percent through a combination of

knowledge that helped them meet

cation, renewable energy, and

blinds shade the gallery from the hot

natural ventilation, radiant heat-

the LEED® requirements.

environmental public policy,” said

summer sun while allowing the sun

ing and cooling, high-performance

With so many individuals involved,

Bowen. “What better opportunity

to warm the building in the winter.

insulating glazing, and solar shad-

the cornerstone of the project was

for an organization to practice what

Utilizing sustainable materials, the

ing. Furthermore, a nearby field of

the dedication and flexibility of each

it preaches than demonstrating that

very fabric of the facility is locally har-

photovoltaic panels — donated by

team member. Since its opening, the

a cost-effective, high-performance,

vested, produced and manufactured,

local utility provider Arizona Public

Applied Research & Development

attractive laboratory building that

according to Marty Olson, project

Service — is used to produce more

Facility at NAU has become a lifelong

would meet the LEED® platinum rat-

director for Kitchell Contractors, Inc.,

than 20 percent of the electricity

tribute to the educational process.

ing could be designed and built.” n

the project’s construction manager

for the building. Due to these and

“For many years a core expertise

— Megan Merritt

at risk/general contractor. The build-

other inspired design techniques,

ing’s concrete includes fly-ash, the

energy consumption is reduced by

waste from coal-fired electric plants.

89 percent when compared to simi-

“This strategy helped to keep this

lar buildings.

material out of landfills and reduced

But groundbreaking construction

the need for cement, thus reducing

and design doesn’t come without

the emission of greenhouse gases,”

challenges. According to Shambach,

said Olson. And, more than 30 per-

one of the major issues on this project

cent of the materials used in the

involved the differences in traditional

building include recycled content,

construction practices among the

such as the insulation, which was

international design team — more

made using recycled denim.

specifically, integrating a European

Of course, the innovations don’t

building industry approach of cus-

end there. The building incorporates

tom-built components with the U.S.

a conservationist approach at every

model of manufacturer-supplied

turn, including the long and slender

stock materials.

design of the building, which maxi-

According to Olson, the remote

mizes daylight, thereby minimizing

location of the site also posed

electrical lighting needs.

challenges. For one, many of the

Additionally, the building uses

local subcontractors had a smaller

a concrete structural frame, which

employee base and had a difficult

stores heat in the winter while stay-

time retaining the necessary skilled

ing cool in the summer, reducing

craftsmen because the demand was

the energy required for heating and

so high. “Also, due to the remote-

air conditioning year round. On top

ness of the project, the knowledge

of the conference unit, a living or

of LEED® with the subcontractors

green rooftop is designed to insu-

was more limited,” he said, which

late the building, limit storm water

was a potential threat to the sched-

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Tucson, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Tucson Unified School

Davidson Elementary School

District Type of Project: Construction of a new, sustainable elementary school Size: 40,000 square feet Cost: $4 million Construction Time: Completed in May 2006 The Need: A new elementary school for the Tucson Unified School District The Challenge: Dealing with labor shortages during construction time

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Photos courtesy of Bill Timmerman Photography

When the Tucson Unified School

crete tilt-panel slabs and furred on

certified

District decided to construct a new

the interior metal studs. A unique

Unified School District, in addition

project for the Tucson

elementary school on a 10-acre site

component of the construction is

to being one of the first LEED® proj-

half a mile north of the existing

the insulation, which is recycled blue

ects for the Tucson community.

school, the district was determined

jeans material.

MacMaster echoed this, say-

to “go green,” and it succeeded

“The exterior of the tilt-panel

ing that Davidson Elementary is

with the construction of Davidson

slabs were left in their natural gray

an example of sustainable design

Elementary School.

color to reduce the amount of

and appropriate technology for the

The 40,000-square-foot elemen-

painting,” said Douglas Huie, AIA,

district and community. “We are

tary school was the result of an

business development director for

using an energy-efficient air-con-

intense planning process. “The

Concord General Contracting, Inc.,

ditioning system that employs a

space requirements for the new

the project’s construction manager

thermal wheel for energy recovery,”

school were developed in interac-

at risk/general contractor. “There

she said.

tive sessions with the design com-

is extensive clerestory lighting and

“Since the completion of this

mittee made up of teachers, staff,

windows to allow natural daylight

school, owners, architects and the

parents and neighbors. And then

in almost all areas. There is a great

building community have a much

the planning options were again

ambiance to each room even when

more heightened awareness for sus-

developed collaboratively,” said

the lights are not turned on.”

tainable construction. For example,

Belinda MacMaster, marketing and

When working on Davidson

at the time Davidson was under

administrative manager for Burns

Elementary School, the team ran

construction, it was difficult to find

Wald-Hopkins Shambach Architects,

into several challenges, including a

collection sites for leftover construc-

the project’s architect. “We refined

labor shortage during a peak time

tion material that was recyclable,

the best of the options and together

in Tucson’s construction industry,

such as concrete,” Huie said. “That

selected the preferred plan that best

summer monsoons and high winds.

has changed substantially in recent

addressed school function, views,

“We offset some of the delays by

years. The learning curve for the sus-

access, parking, utilities and drain-

working longer hours and augment-

tainability aspects was a new experi-

age. The resulting plan consists of

ing the crews with additional help,”

ence for many of the project team

classroom buildings and other sup-

said Huie.

members. The users of the facility

port buildings clustered around a

Regarding sustainability, Huie said

(students and staff) are very pleased

courtyard to provide security and

the most unique aspect of Davidson

with the project and have endorsed

intimacy of the staff and children.”

Elementary School is that the project

if not promulgated sustainability to

The exterior walls of the elemen-

was the first Leadership in Energy

its students and curriculum.” n

tary school were constructed of con-

and Environmental Design (LEED®)-

— Natalie Blythe

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Buckeye, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Wickenburg Unified

Festival Foothills Elementary School

School District #9 Type of Project: A new public elementary school Size: 73,920 square feet Cost: $11,374,041 Construction Time: January 2006

Festival

Foothills

Elementary

School in Buckeye, Ariz., located in a

- November 2007

high-growth Del Webb Community,

The Need: A neighborhood

now owned by Pulte Homes, brings

elementary school for students

a neighborhood school to an area

who are 50 miles away from other schools in the district

50 miles away from other schools

The Challenge: A tight

in the Wickenburg Unified School

construction schedule,

District #9.

coordinating multiple contractors, and coordinating simultaneous school and home construction

“This project will benefit the kids Photo courtesy of Wickenburg Unified School District

in the area by allowing them to attend their neighborhood school,”

“The overall plan creates a secure

school to the community that looks

said Superintendent Brett Richards.

and comforting counterclockwise

like it belongs in the same architec-

“It is built next to a community park

flow for the student’s progression

tural context and does not look out

and will be a community gathering

through the school by starting and

of place.”

point in the future. The school will

ending at the south building and

Carr said, “The main building

eventually hold over 800 students in

progressing through the interim

facade and courtyard entries were

grades K-8.”

years in the north building,” said

enhanced with decorative CMU

Elementary

Carr. “Through the general and spe-

[concrete masonry unit], concrete

THE O’MALLEY GROUP, L.L.C. Project Manager

School is a unique blend of a campus-

cialized classrooms, the media cen-

roof tiles, and a steel trellis to reflect

style plan and an all-under-one-roof

ter, and the multipurpose room, the

the Spanish Mission-style character of

Emc2 GROUP Architects Planners, P.C. Architect

plan as necessitated by state fund-

district provides a balance of core

the neighboring community, includ-

ing requirements. The two-building

curriculum, such as math, science,

ing the adjacent recreation center

Turner Construction Company General Contractor

plan with a courtyard between allows

language arts and social studies, and

and housing.”

for grade-level separation applicable

enrichment curriculum, such as fine

Materials include durable and

to the needs of the students,” said

arts, physical education, technology,

easily maintainable painted stucco

Richard Carr, AIA, LEED AP, project

and vocational arts and technology.”

over CMU exterior walls, VCT floor-

manager and vice president of Emc2

The amphitheater is used for

ing, ceramic tile wainscots, seamless

GROUP Architects Planners, P.C., the

outdoor presentations, assemblies,

epoxy flooring, easily replaceable car-

project’s architect.

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“Festival

Foothills

events, concerts and productions

pet tile, and poured resilient athletic

The south building houses the

for the school and community.

flooring in the multipurpose room.

administration; specialized class-

Outdoor classrooms can be created

According to Carr, major chal-

rooms such as music, art and special

in the amphitheater or an adjacent

lenges were the tight construction

education; the media center; the

park located directly across from

schedule, with the school built in less

multipurpose room, which serves as

the courtyard.

than 10 months, and coordinating

both the cafeteria and gym, with an

The 16-acre school site in the

multiple contractors through gen-

interior performance platform and

hub of the community was donated

eral contractor Turner Construction

exterior courtyard amphitheater,

by Pulte Homes, which also paid

Company and the district.

which is sloped so that indoor activi-

for additional architectural enhance-

For Turner, its greatest chal-

ties can be seen from outside; a full

ments so the school would fit in with

lenge was building the school

kitchen; preschool and kindergarten

the community’s Spanish style. “The

at the same time that Pulte was

classrooms near the parent drop-off,

unique features include Spanish-style

constructing

with an enclosed play structure and

architecture in the front with a beau-

adjacent park. “Turner and Pulte

yard; and seventh- and eighth-grade

tiful entry into the building,” said

coordinated on a daily basis, allowing

classrooms. The north building has

Richards. “The most innovative fea-

deliveries to our jobsite and parking

two houses, with one containing

ture is the work the team did with

for our trades not to come in conflict

first- through third-grade classrooms

Pulte Homes to make the school

with both construction sites,” said

and the other occupied by fourth-

unique in design by matching the

Scott Ellison, general manager for

through

classrooms.

design to fit in with the community.

Turner. “The overall project was a

Each house has direct and conve-

Pulte Homes was able to help us

great success.” n

nient access to playfields and courts.

financially bring in a great looking

sixth-grade

homes

and

the

— Dave Hornstein

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Phoenix, Arizona

Bioscience High School

Facts & Figures Owner: Phoenix Union High School District #210 Type of Project: A new high school focused on math and science Size: 52,000 square feet (new building); 9,300 square feet (existing building; to be renovated in the future) Cost: $12,387,010 (total, excluding furniture and equipment) Construction Time: June 2006 - October 2007 The Need: A magnet school with an emphasis on math and science to promote growth and learning in

Sitting on two acres in down-

these areas The Challenge: Working on a small project site, and meeting the parking requirements

town Phoenix, Bioscience High School is located within the Phoenix Biomedical Campus at Copper Square, and celebrates both math and science in a facility that would rival the most technical research institutions in the country. Part of the Phoenix Union High School District’s small-schools initia-

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orcutt | winslow Architect

tive, the new high school will house 400 students in grades nine through 12. The 52,000-square-foot, three-

Concord General Contracting, Inc. Construction Manager at Risk

story building sits on the previous

BCS Enterprises, Inc. Demolition Contractors

has since relocated to a new site in

Carlson Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing Network Infrastructure Corporation Specialty Contractors

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site of an alternative school, which Photos courtesy of Al Payne Photographic

the district. However, the existing

school will provide a rich learning

three levels of the facility by a majes-

historic school building remains and

environment for our high school

tic grand staircase that is suspended

will be renovated in the future to

students that have an interest in sci-

from the structure above

provide offices, conference rooms

ence-related, post-secondary oppor-

The high school was conceptual-

and additional classroom spaces for

tunities. The location of the school

ized as a leading educational institu-

the school.

provides unique opportunities for

tion with a niche academic empha-

“We are very pleased with the

students by positioning the site in

sis. By incorporating the physical

new school,” said Patrick Prince, divi-

the bioscience footprint of Phoenix.”

materials of the building into the

sion manager of construction and

Included in the new school are

learning process, the architectural

facilities services for Phoenix Union

seven labs, one of which is outdoors;

design is not only decorative, but

High School District #210. “The new

nine classrooms; four student stu-

also serves a purpose. Stephen Paine,

school blends in with the redevel-

dio spaces; an art room; a fitness

superintendent for Concord General

opment of the downtown Phoenix

area; and a cafeteria. A unique space

Contracting, Inc., the project’s con-

area and the surrounding bioscience

within the school is the 35-foot-tall

struction manager at risk, explained

research facilities, downtown uni-

Town Square, which serves as a

how the architecture lends itself to

versity development and bioscience

presentation space, a cafeteria and a

student education. “[The] exposed

industry. We believe that this new

meeting space. It is connected to all

structural systems make this a true

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laboratory setting where students

with concrete topping slabs. An

learn about science and math, [as

on-grade

well as the] different material[s] that

incorporated, according to Paine,

are incorporated into the facility,”

with two floors of instructional class-

he said.

rooms above.

parking

structure

“The exterior walls have large cast-

Despite the project’s successful

ings of fossils that teach [the] geo-

end result, there were challenges

logical timeline,” said Russ Sanders,

along the way.

AIA, associate, project architect for

Working on the two-acre site was

orcutt | winslow, the project’s archi-

tough. “In order to maximize the

tect. “Solar hot water, desert land-

construction space, we used the

scaping, low-water plumbing fixtures

surrounding lots for staging,” said

and an outdoor lab space all add to

Klinkert. Additionally, meeting the

the teaching opportunities,” he said.

parking requirements on the tight,

The structural, mechanical, electrical,

urban site was a difficult task. At-

fire protection and data systems are

grade parking below the building

also all exposed, allowing students

helped provide the necessary park-

to see their internal components and

ing while allowing for a bigger foot-

how they function.

print for the school building.

With state-of-the-art labs, the

But the project’s challenges didn’t

school navigates away from a tradi-

outweigh the lessons, which Sanders

tional academic setting. Classrooms

discussed in terms of his personal

are open and designed to foster

work. “Architecture can support the

collaboration

students

educational goals of a school district

and teachers. Tom Klinkert Jr., proj-

when the district is truly visionary as

ect manager for Concord General

was certainly the case with this proj-

Contracting, said, “The most unique

ect,” he said.

between

and important feature of Bioscience

Bioscience High School is an archi-

is the open classroom atmosphere.”

tectural triumph and a testament to

Within the open learning environ-

learning. But without the commit-

ment, the “exposed systems” are

ment of a team, the school would

conducive to facilitating a cognitive

still simply be an idea. Said Paine,

learning environment, he added.

“The overwhelming commitment to

The new building combines stan-

quality product and efficient pro-

dard cast-in-place concrete footings

cesses by all stakeholders from initial

and concrete tilt panels, concrete

concept design through budgeting

masonry, precast concrete, struc-

and throughout construction set the

tural steel and steel studs, and win-

foundation for partnering and team-

dow wall panels. The floors were

work.” n

constructed using metal decking

— Megan Merritt

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Glendale, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Maricopa Community

Glendale Community College Student Union Remodel

Colleges Type of Project: Renovations to a student union Size: 27,546 square feet Cost: $4.3 million (construction costs) Construction Time: May 2006

Since 1965, Glendale Community

- March 2007

College (GCC) has grown to meet

The Need: A modernized

the needs of a thriving community.

student union for a growing student population

The main GCC campus is located

The Challenge: Installation of an

in historic Glendale and features

alternative skylight system, and

palm-lined walkways, vast open

keeping the student union open and running during construction

spaces and a unique architectural style. At the heart of it all is the student union, designed to serve thousands of students and faculty members daily. The building had never had a major remodel, notes GCC Dean of Student Services Donna White.

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“Its location on the campus was still relevant but the interior did not meet the needs of a college that has grown to nearly 20,000 students

Jokake Construction Company Construction Manager

per semester.”

AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

ed a larger, more flexible space that

Desert Millwork Inc. Architectural Millwork/ Casework/Woodwork RCC Design Group, LLC RMJ Electrical Contractors, Inc. Electrical Contractors

The growing student body need-

for collaborative study and club

“The old student union contained

tion to serving as the prominent

meetings to enhance learning expe-

an atrium that created a barrier to

feature of the main dining area, “it

riences outside of the classroom.

traffic flow in the main building,”

turned out to be acoustically perfect

GCC’s strategic plan called for the

said Catherine Monaco, director of

for voice performance as well so it is

remodel to “Create the ‘College

marketing for Architectural Resource

often used for choir and other vocal

Living Room.’ ”

Team, Inc., the project’s architect.

groups to the delight of those who

included

To open up the space and add func-

listen,” White said.

remodeling the existing space, cap-

tionality, the atrium was covered

turing an additional 3,000 square

with a massive peaked skylight.

The

project

scope

student union had to remain open

“The initial plans called for the

completely redesigning the layout

creation of a structural steel system

tion.

of the interior spaces. The remodel

on which to install the skylight pan-

on the construction walls so that

also included building a student

els,” said Martha Banning, director

students could follow each phase

leadership center, student life offic-

of marketing for Jokake Construction

of the student union’s transforma-

es, a modernized kitchen and food

Company, the project’s construc-

tion. “Students were included in the

services area, a game room, a cyber

tion manager. “Jokake worked with

planning, and that has given them

café, a coffee bar, and a spacious

the skylight vendor to develop

a sense of ownership in the building

lounge with movable furniture.

an alternative system, which uti-

as well,” said White.

Scalable meeting rooms totaling

lized a prefabricated system.” The

“The campus has embraced the

5,400 square feet with collapsible

prefabricated system was made

building as the hub of its community

walls were added to accommodate

of aluminum, and although it cost

life where people are engaged from

as many as five meetings simulta-

more, it saved money in the long

6:00 am until we close at 10:00

neously. New, large windows and

run by decreasing the length of the

pm,” said White. Students and fac-

storefronts provide a more inviting

project schedule.

ulty alike have come together to

to the main campus corridor.

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As the center of campus life, the

feet from an existing atrium and

entry by opening the student union

Photos courtesy of Ed Taube/Taube Photography

could serve as a gathering place

The installation of the skylight had a surprising outcome. In addi-

and functional during construcBuilding plans were posted

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Peoria, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Peoria Unified School

Liberty High School

District #11 Type of Project: A new public high school Size: 241,000 square feet Cost: $36 million Construction Time: March 2005 - January 2007 The Need: Meeting growing enrollment in an area of population increase The Challenge: Developing a flexible building design on a restricted site within state funding limits

Photos courtesy of Cooperthwaite Photography

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Liberty High School in Peoria,

“This is the first high school in a

which consumed about eight acres.

Ariz., designed for 1,800 students,

major expansion housing communi-

The remaining 48 acres presented a

features a three-building campus sur-

ty,” said Ed Gillam, administrator for

design challenge, making a campus

rounding a central courtyard. There

facilities of the Peoria Unified School

surrounding a central courtyard the

is a two-story academic building,

District. “Its construction provided

most efficient use of the site.

a careers and technology building,

major relief for an adjacent high

and a gymnasium and performing

school. We have here a full-service

designing a new high school for the

arts building.

high school campus with a large fine

Peoria Unified School District was to

arts program.”

develop a flexible building design to

“Each house is designed with

“The

greatest

challenge

distinct building forms and mass-

The Liberty High School project

meet the needs of the educational

ing to create a variety of differ-

was primarily funded by the State of

curriculum,” said Beeler. “The build-

ent views from within the campus,”

Arizona School Facilities Board (SFB),

ing design challenge was also to

said Mindy Beeler, marketing and

with major contributions from local

provide a safe and secure environ-

public relations coordinator for NTD

funds to build out the practice gym,

ment for the students and staff in

Architecture, the project’s architect.

sport complex and fields, and a back-

this facility.”

“The three houses use the same

up command center for district-wide

The district chose to incorporate

type of materials, but with differ-

special systems. “The cost of con-

a high-tech corporate business park

ent emphases with regards to their

struction jumped between $6 and

concept into the school. Various

forms and functions.”

$8 million in the 20 months between

types and textures of masonry

The high school was also designed

the two bids on the same prototype

block, corrugated metal siding, steel

as a facility for after-hours community

plan,” said Gillam. “State-provided

canopies and aluminum windows

activities. Therefore, access into and

funding has increased, but not at the

provided a design palette that met

out of the campus was a concern

rate of actual bid increases.”

this design concept. These building

for the school district. This challenge

Beeler said, “The design challenge

materials were chosen for their local

was met by providing secure access

was to create a unique image for

availability and ease of maintenance

points to community-use facilities via

a new high school for the Peoria

along with the requirement by the

the courtyard without access to the

Unified School District that included

district to use durable, long-lasting

entire school campus.

designing within the budget provid-

building materials.

The central courtyard combines

ed by the SFB. The design not only

The first phase of the Liberty High

an amphitheater setting with indi-

had to be cost effective in budget

School project, which included the

vidual shelters that can accommo-

and construction, but also had to

academic and careers and technol-

date groups ranging from intimate

be flexible to meet the present and

ogy buildings, was completed ahead

outdoor educational experiences to

future educational curriculum.”

of schedule in August 2006 and on

large pep rallies. There is also a full

The shape of the 56-acre site

budget. Phase II, which incorporated

complement of athletic facilities, as

and its location in an undeveloped

the remainder of the project, was

well as separate parking areas for

desert required development and

completed in January 2007. n

staff and students.

drainage easements on three sides,

— Dave Hornstein

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Incline Village, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owners: Sierra Nevada College (majority owner); University of

Tahoe Center for Environmental Sciences at Sierra Nevada College

California, Davis (minority owner) Tenants: Desert Research Institute; University of Nevada, Reno Type of Project: A new research/ teaching facility

The Tahoe Center for Environ-

Size: 45,000 square feet Cost: $24 million Construction Time: May 2005 - August 2006

mental Sciences (TCES) at Sierra Nevada College fulfills a variety of

The Need: An environmentally

purposes. Originally conceived as a

friendly research/teaching facility

science laboratory for the investiga-

for multiple user groups The Challenge: Staying on

tion of why Lake Tahoe has lost its

schedule, and working with many

clarity, TCES is also a teaching facility

user groups and team members

for conservation, a place of learning for students and community members, and an example of green building practices. Boasting three stories plus a basePhoto courtesy of Collaborative Design Studio

ment, TCES was designed to be

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efficient in all aspects without lim-

resources contain recycled content,

possible, these green features are

iting the quality of the research.

and TCES’ construction materials

prominently shown off rather than

There are four member institutions

contained 28 percent.

hidden so the public can be educat-

Collaborative Design Studio Architect

that participate in TCES — Sierra

Unique, environmentally friendly

Turner Construction Company General Contractor

Nevada College; the University of

features are found throughout the

California, Davis (UC Davis); the

building. “Cool and warm air is dis-

Despite its resounding success,

Milgard Windows & Doors Windows & Doors

Desert Research Institute; and the

persed by ‘displacement’ ventilation

the team did encounter some chal-

University of Nevada, Reno. The

in the office areas and — a first in

lenges along the way. “Collaborative

RHP Mechanical Systems Mechanical Contractors

building includes laboratories and

the United States — energy-efficient

Design Studio successfully managed

classrooms for Sierra Nevada (whose

‘active chilled beam’ ventilation

and coordinated a design process

campus it is located on), research

in the laboratories,” said Filippini.

on a tight schedule with four dif-

laboratories for UC Davis, office space

“Wall insulation is made of recycled

ferent user groups and with several

for the Desert Research Institute and

blue jeans. Sunlight is maximized:

user representatives plus 13 differ-

the University of Nevada, Reno’s

exterior ‘light shelves’ send day-

ent technical consultants and engi-

Academy for the Environment, and

light deep into rooms, daylight trav-

neers,” said Lankenau. Numerous

a hands-on museum.

els from the large central atrium

workshops and constant communi-

Since the building is a place to

through offices into corridors, and

cation and cooperation were needed

rooftop photovoltaic panels turn

to solve this challenge. The design

sense that green building practices

solar energy into electricity.”

team had to “listen, understand and

were used in the project’s construc-

Todd B. Lankenau, CSI, ICC, LEED

respond to the requests of the mul-

tion, earning it platinum Leadership

AP, principal and managing part-

tiple stakeholders by presenting all

in Energy and Environmental Design

ner of Collaborative Design Studio,

the available options for discussion,”

(LEED®) certification. In fact, many

the

he said.

of the project’s practices exceeded

“Laboratories generally consume a

Completed in 2006, TCES is much

LEED

project’s

architect,

added,

requirements. For example,

relatively large amount of energy,

more than a research building.

according to Michelle Filippini,

but the mechanical and electrical

Filippini said, “Because it will attract

communications director for Sierra

systems were creatively designed

researchers and scientists from all

Nevada

LEED®

to significantly reduce energy con-

around the world, the Tahoe Center

requires that 75 percent of construc-

sumption throughout all spaces of

for Environmental Sciences will be a

tion waste be diverted from landfill,

the building while providing neces-

resource to the whole community

TCES went above and beyond that

sary laboratory safety.” The energy

by making accessible the informa-

by diverting 80 percent. In addition,

usage is projected at 63 percent

tion and interpretation of scientific

LEED requires at least 25 percent

less than a conventional building.

research.” n

According to Filippini, whenever

College,

while

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of sustainable construction.

study the environment, it only makes

ed on the applications and benefits

construction

materials

and

— Marci Grossman

educational facilities

Facts & Figures Owner: University of Advancing Technology Type of Project: A new campus dormitory Size: 50,000 square feet Cost: $10.6 million (total) Construction Time: Completed in August 2007 The Need: On-campus housing for students The Challenge: Completing the university’s first dormitory and including all the desired amenities

Tempe, Arizona

TEAM MEMBERS

The Durrant Group, Inc. Architect

University of Advancing Technology Student Housing

Campus Living Villages General Contractor Spring Valley Construction Company Waibel & Associates Landscape Architecture

The University of Advancing

However, one aspect was miss-

movie room complete with bean

Technology (UAT) in Tempe has

ing: a place for its students to live.

bag chairs for students to lounge

been a leader in technology educa-

That problem was solved when the

on. “We also have a traditional

tion since its inception in 1983. The

university built its first on-campus

game room, an exercise room, [and]

private, for-profit institution has a

dormitory, which opened its doors

kitchen and laundry facilities,” Pistillo

student enrollment of approximately

in 2007.

said. Other amenities in the new

1,200 students attending classes at

“It provides affordable housing for

the campus and in its online program,

students,” said Jason Pistillo, vice pres-

representing all 50 states and six

ident of the University of Advancing

As with any campus building,

continents.

offers

Technology. “Having 260 students in

security is an issue. The University of

bachelor’s and master’s degrees in

the area helps to promote economic

Advancing Technology has that cov-

such fields as multimedia, software

growth for the area, and having a

ered with the new dorm. “The whole

engineering and technology man-

presence helps recruit students.”

facility has E-card access,” Pistillo said.

The

school

building include wireless Internet and air conditioning.

agement, along with a graduate

The new three-story dorm fea-

program. Specific areas of study

tures 260 beds in six wings. Each of

include digital art and design, video

the rooms can accommodate four

spaces and hallways are monitored

game design, website design, com-

computers, four monitors and two

24/7. We’ve tried to make it as secure

puter forensics, network security and

TVs. The building, designed with

as possible.”

robotics.

feng shui principles, also keeps the

Pistillo said the main reason for

resident gamers happy with state-of-

choosing the site of the dorm was

the-art video game consoles. “UAT

its location on the southern edge of

is a school for geeks and it’s a geeky

the campus, linked to the existing

kind of dorm and we’re proud of

university building by a landscaped

it,” Pistillo said. “All the students can

courtyard. “It’s 50 feet from the main

network together and play video

academic building,” he said.

games.”

“People can’t get in unless they are resident.

All

the

commons

Thanks to the project team mem-

Six resident assistants live in the

bers, the new dormitory was success-

dorm and students are able to enjoy

fully completed in time for the fall

several common spaces. One such

2007 semester. n

common space is a high-definition

— Natalie Blythe

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Thomas & Mack Moot Court Facility at the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV Facts & Figures Owner: University of Nevada, Las Vegas, William S. Boyd School of Law Type of Project: A new courtroom and auditorium facility for the school of law Size: 6,700 square feet Cost: $4.6 million (total) Construction Time: June 2006 - June 2007 The Need: A new courtroom that provides a dynamic educational space for students The Challenge: Working on a small site, minimizing impact on students and faculty during construction, and dealing with rising construction costs

Photo courtesy of UNLV Boyd School of Law

TEAM MEMBERS

Thomas and Mack Development Company Project Manager/Construction Manager

The Thomas & Mack Moot Court

appearances and offers them strate-

rior federal court and a Supreme

Facility at the William S. Boyd School

gies to reduce stress when they are

Court, the room allows for all

of Law at the University of Nevada,

called to testify.

different types of configurations. An

Rees Architecture, Planning, Interiors Architect

Las Vegas is setting the precedent for

The modern structure includes

appellate — three- to seven-person

courtroom innovation. The univer-

administrative offices, a courtroom

bench — is easily constructed, as

Jaynes Corporation General Contractor

sity received a $3.3 million gift from

and a 100-seat auditorium where

well as an en banc courtroom. The

Joyce Mack and the E. Parry Thomas

legal education, simulated legal

dynamic area also allows for lectures,

family, and a $600,000 gift from

arguments and court hearings occur.

classes, administrative hearings and

William S. Boyd to establish the new

Students will be able to experience

board meetings.

court complex, which sits adjacent

a comprehensive picture of what

All furniture in the room is mod-

to the William S. Boyd School of

happens in all courtroom settings

ular, making it possible to switch

Law. The Moot Court will facilitate

thanks to the reconfigurable bench,

courtroom

the school’s appellate advocacy train-

which adapts to several different

on the type of trial. “A jury box,

ing programs while providing an

types of courtrooms.

witness stand and lectern can be

Frazier Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers The Plumber Inc. Plumbing Contractors

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scenarios

depending

exceptional venue where they will

Indeed, the courtroom layout is

reconfigured or removed from the

host judicial proceedings by state

a remarkably unique feature of the

room and stored in an adjacent, spe-

and

including

complex, and the only one of its

cially designed storage room,” said

the Nevada Supreme Court and

kind in the world. The multipurpose

Christine Smith, associate dean for

the U.S. Court of Appeals for the

space can be reconfigured to suit

administration and student affairs at

Ninth Circuit. It will also benefit the

several different types of trials, as

the William S. Boyd School of Law.

Kid’s Court programs at the William

well as serve educational purposes

The one-room structure is versatile

S. Boyd School of Law, which

for law students. Since a municipal

and has the ability to morph into a

prepares children for actual court

courtroom is different from a supe-

classroom or auditorium. There is a

federal

courts,

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movable wall that acts as a divider

According to Carlos Montenegro, manager

for

Jaynes

masonry unit (CMU) and stone tile

quality of the facility was used,

walls, and makore wood wall panels,

according to Smith. The team at

trim and furniture.

Jaynes Corporation contributed to

between the auditorium and court-

project

room. When the wall is open, the

Corporation, there is a tremendous

university refers to this as its auditori-

amount of technology placed inside

Designing such a unique court-

the value engineering, providing the

um, and the auditorium-style seating

the building. “The programs are cus-

room facility comes with its challeng-

owner with updated pricing and con-

overlooks the mock courtroom and

tomized to each of the courtroom

es, and among them was working on

structability suggestions.

is designed for students and onlook-

set up[s] as well as to its users,” he

a small site in a highly populated loca-

Communication was the overrid-

ers to carefully observe the legal

said. This includes controlling the

tion. Since the Moot Court is directly

ing factor that made this new court-

process below. When the wall is

lighting, projectors and screens; the

adjacent to the law school, there

room an unequivocal success. The

closed, or in place, the intimate learn-

feeds to each of the projectors; the

was no street access, so staging was

owner was involved in weekly project

ing environment is more suitable for

cameras; and the microphone. All

required at a remote location. “We

meetings and played an active role

a classroom setting.

technology was designed to accom-

had to minimize the impact on the

in overseeing all components of the

“When the wall that separates

modate future use and upgrades as

students…at the same time we were

project. Maintaining open dialogue

the courtroom from the auditorium

well, taking growth and expansion

trying to complete the project in time

and not being afraid to ask questions

is in place, you can not tell that the

into consideration.

for fall classes,” said Rensmon.

also contributed to the project’s tri-

wall moves,” said Jeff Rensmon,

In its Southwestern desert environ-

Rising construction costs in Las

umph. “Communication and coordi-

director of business development

ment, the Thomas & Mack Moot

Vegas also posed challenges that

nation between the owner, architect

for Jaynes Corporation, the project’s

Court lends itself to the landscape,

hindered the completion of the proj-

and end user was critical,” Rensmon

general contractor. “It is a custom-

featuring natural stone accents on

ect. In order to overcome increas-

said. “To achieve the goals of every-

built wall to match the adjacent

the exterior of the building. Inside,

ing cost issues, thoughtful value

one we had to work as a team.” n

walls,” he said.

finishes consist of burnished concrete

engineering that did not impact the

— Megan Merritt

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Las Vegas, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: University of Nevada,

University of Nevada, Las Vegas New Student Union, Phase I

Las Vegas Type of Project: A new student union building Size: Approximately 95,000 square feet Construction Time: May 2005

The University of Nevada, Las

ties and services, a 300-seat theater,

When the design process first

The Need: A new facility to

Vegas’ (UNLV) new student union

and retail stores,” said Kimsey. “Semi-

began, the original intention was

replace an existing undersized

is creating a buzz on campus. “The

public functions such as a computer

to remodel and expand the exist-

new student union is a focal point

lab and help center, student lounges,

ing student union, however, the

student union could remain

for the campus community and an

meeting spaces, and a ballroom

team discovered the structure did not

operational during the

interactive connection to the public,”

are on the second floor. Offices for

meet current building codes, so it

said Windom Kimsey, design prin-

student organizations share the

was determined that it would be

cipal at Tate Snyder Kimsey, one of

third floor.” According to Kimsey,

more cost effective to construct an

the project’s architects. “The building

there are several outdoor spaces that

entirely new building than to improve

has created an environment where

extend the student union’s usable

the old one, according to Kimsey.

UNLV students can gather informally

program area, including a 20-foot-

Phasing the project and locating

outside the classroom, where cam-

wide balcony and courtyard areas

Phase I in the area that had been

pus organizations can meet, where

with seating.

intended for the addition ensured the

- July 2006 (occupancy)

student union The Challenge: Ensuring the

project’s duration

TEAM MEMBERS

Construction Consultants, Inc. Project Manager Tate Snyder Kimsey Architect Ellerbe Becket Architect The PENTA Building Group General Contractor Frazier Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors RPS - Regional Steel Corporation Red Mesa Electric Royal Metal Works

events can be staged and where the public can visit.”

According to Revis, the project was

student union could remain opera-

constructed in two phases. “Phase I

tional during the project’s duration.

The project was built to replace

was built over a parking lot [next to

“It was exciting to be able to build

an existing undersized facility. “The

the existing student union building]

a new building without having any

old union (Moyer Student Union)

while we maintained all services to our

downtime from the services we pro-

was built when UNLV only had

visitors in the original Moyer Student

vide,” said Revis.

5,000 students,” said Jim Revis, assis-

Union,” he said. “We moved over

A strong team with a common

tant vice president of student life

100 staff [members] and resources

goal helped take the project from

facilities and operations for the uni-

from one building to the other within

conception to completion. “Truly

versity. “We currently have 28,000

seven days and were operational the

the architects and the construction

students and the space needed to

entire time. We then opened Phase

team worked well together, keeping

grow with them.”

I on the seventh move day. The old

us (the client) in mind,” said Revis.

Boasting three stories, the student

building was then demolished and

“We had a strong project leader who

union provides spaces for diverse

Phase II construction started.” Phase

kept everyone moving in the same

functions and groups. “The ground

II added 40,000 square feet of space

direction.” n

floor supports public activity with

on two levels of the student union as

dining areas, space for student activi-

well as several exterior spaces.

— Amy Pagett & Marci Grossman

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Reno, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: University of Nevada, Reno Type of Project: A new student union building Size: 167,000 square feet Cost: $49.16 million Construction Time: May 2006 - November 2007

Joe Crowley Student Union Building at the University of Nevada, Reno

The Need: To replace an

The Joe Crowley Student Union

undersized and outdated

Building at the University of Nevada,

student union building

Reno (UNR) provides a new public

The Challenge: Dealing with a steep site and a tight timeline

face for the university. The facility replaces an undersized and outdated student union building that is now being used for other functions. Approximately twice the size of the previous building, the new fourstory, 167,000-square-foot student union consolidates services for stu-

TEAM MEMBERS

Collaborative Design Studio Architect of Record WTW Architect Design Architect

dents that had previously been located at other facilities. The building contains a large bookstore, a variety of food service venues, a 300-seat movie theater, student government

The PENTA Building Group General Contractor

offices, student clubs and organiza-

Complete Millwork Services, Inc.

tions, a large ballroom/convention

Hodell-Natco Industries, Inc. Holland Waterproofing JBA Consulting Engineers Acoustical/Mechanical Engineers

room that can be split into three separate rooms, and more. One of the most unique aspects of this project is that it was student drivPhoto courtesy of Bob Cook

Nana Wall Systems Doors/Frames/Hardware

en from the beginning and throughout. Students created the referen-

Energy and Environmental Design

Richard Bamburak, senior principal at

Nelson Electric Co., Inc. Electrical Contractors

dum, set up the presentations and

(LEED®) certification was not a top

WTW Architect, the project’s design

followed through to the approval. In

priority. The student committee

architect. “The resolution to the site

addition, a student bond issue fund-

members decided they would rather

challenges were to use the difficult

ed it. There were student committees

spend the money to incorporate as

hillside site to our advantage by

to review the selection of architects,

many green aspects into the proj-

providing a means for students to

design, layouts and finishes, and stu-

ect as possible than to pay for the

traverse a 30-foot elevation change

dent groups occupy approximately

documentation and certification.

through the building at this location

one-third of the building.

According to John C. Walsh, director

on campus,” he said. “By provid-

Creating student-gathering plac-

of construction services for the uni-

ing a simple and energetic path

es was a major driver behind the

versity, green aspects of the project

of travel up a monumental stair at

design. Peter W. Grove, AIA, NCARB,

included recycling and reclaiming

the center of the building, students

principal and managing partner

construction waste, removing the

are engaged by the activities of the

for Collaborative Design Studio,

chemical treatment aspect from the

building and exposed to the many

the project’s architect of record,

cooling tower so the water could

student-related functions housed

said, “The interior environment

be used for irrigation, modeling

within.” The fast-track schedule was

of the union brings to the UNR

the exterior for sunshades and light

managed through constant commu-

campus a place that highlights the

reflectants, and placing the public

nication among students, staff mem-

community gathering center of

areas of the building around the

bers and project team members.

the university.” The union building

exterior walls to benefit from the

Completed in November 2007,

allows learning and socializing to

greater amount of daylighting there.

the Joe Crowley Student Union has

Pezonella Associates, Inc. Reno Lumber Sanpete Steel Corporation Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

occur simultaneously.

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The project’s challenges were

created a place where students want

While it was important that the

related to the building’s hillside

to gather, highlighting the center of

building be environmentally friendly,

site and a compressed design and

the university. n

receiving an official Leadership in

construction timeline, according to

— Marci Grossman

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Buckeye, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Agua Fria Union High

Verrado High School

School District Type of Project: A new high school Size: 217,675 square feet Cost: $40.5 million (construction costs and land) Construction Time: May 2005 - August 2006 The Need: A new, healthier high school that provides a better education to its students The Challenge: Using jumbo brick in the construction, and scheduling

Photos courtesy of Adolfson & Peterson Construction

TEAM MEMBERS

orcutt | winslow Architect Adolfson & Peterson Construction Construction Manager/General Contractor AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

Verrado High School, part of the

brick and a built-up metal roof sys-

ect’s construction manager/general

Agua Fria Union High School District,

tem. The school includes classrooms,

contractor. The jumbo clay bricks

was built to accommodate 1,600

technology labs, a gymnasium, ath-

did not come in the same sizes,

students. Before construction began,

letic facilities, parking areas and a

which made construction difficult.

the district made the commitment

freestanding fine arts auditorium.

However, the varying dimensions of

to its students to build a healthier

“The building is meant to fit into the

the bricks created imperfections that

school that will provide a better edu-

community aesthetically and in its

can be very visually appealing.

cation through revolutionizing the

relationship to the public paths and

way students learn. Therefore, the

streets,” stated Schmidt.

Scheduling and making design, materials and utilities come together

D.H. Lighting Solutions

school is Leadership in Energy and

Several unique design philosophies

on time was another challenge on

KPFF Consulting Engineers Civil & Structural Engineering

Environmental Design (LEED®) sil-

were incorporated into the design of

the project, according to Schmidt.

ver certified through the U.S. Green

the building, according to Schmidt.

The summer vacation schedule was

Building Council (USGBC). “It’s the

The school features open classrooms

tight and the project had to be

district culture to try to do things

that have only three walls and a cen-

finished in time for the students

efficiently,” said John F. Schmadeke,

tral, wall-less auditorium that opens

to arrive. The design was new and

assistant superintendent – operations

to a two-story mall area with a sky-

required more research time. Many

for the Agua Fria Union High School

walk bridge that connects the four

of the materials were premium or

District.

open-class communities together.

made-to-order, requiring longer lead

Key LEED® components consist

Closer student and faculty relation-

times and more construction dura-

of water reduction technologies;

ships are encouraged by breaking

tion. Additionally, utilities were not

energy management systems for

the campus down into four smaller

in the vicinity of the site at the start

HVAC, plumbing and electrical;

“houses,” or schools within a school;

and required assembly of a tempo-

alternative lighting; green cleaning;

providing glass-walled “fishbowl”

rary sewer lift station near the cam-

photovoltaics; a LEED educational

teacher work areas; having teach-

pus until permanent utilities were

kiosk; and low volatile organic com-

ers who follow students through

available.

pound (VOC) finishes. The result is

multiple grades; and having separate

The end result is a brand-new

that the energy performance is 29

guidance counselors in each house.

high school for the Verrado com-

percent above the American Society

“The building simulates a micro-

munity that will not only revolution-

of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-

cosm of the larger community with

ize the way students learn, but will

Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)

houses, neighborhoods, a forum and

also provide a healthier, “greener”

baseline and there is a 30 percent

levels of government,” he said.

environment. “We want to use this

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reduction in potable water use,

“The jumbo brick construction

as a teaching tool,” said Schmadeke.

according to David Schmidt, RA,

created both architectural and struc-

“This is the next generation of lead-

LEED AP, project architect for orcutt |

tural challenges,” noted Jose Lopez,

ers. If they get exposed to doing

winslow, the project’s architect.

project manager, and Carly Molash,

things in a responsible manner,

The two-story building is con-

senior superintendent for Adolfson

they’ll reflect that experience.” n

structed of masonry, jumbo clay

& Peterson Construction, the proj-

— Stacey Nathanson

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Facts & Figures Owner: City of Chandler Type of Project: A city park, police substation and groundwater recharge site Size: 21,841 square feet (police substation); 11,280 square feet (environmental education center); 2,362 square feet maintenance building); 1,466 square feet (pump house/restroom) Cost: $5,484,503 (Phase I); $17,150,721 (Phase II) Construction Time: September 2006 - November 2007 (Phase I); March 2007 - May 2008 (Phase II) The Need: Improvement of the city’s reclaimed water distribution system while adding to public safety and providing a significant park facility The Challenge: Integrating multiple uses on a wetlands site

TEAM MEMBERS

Deutsch Architecture Group Architect Mortenson Construction General Contractor Applied Engineering Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors Carlson Glass, Inc. Glass & Glazing Commonwealth Electric Pisani Construction, LLC Commercial Carpentry/Roof Structures Photos courtesy of Cornerstone Photography

ValleyCrest Landscape Development Landscape Contractors

Chandler, Arizona

Chandler Heights Community Facilities The Chandler Heights Veterans

fishing, wildlife habitat and trails,”

ented playground features, includ-

Oasis Park and Police Substation in

said Robert Buss, PE, associate with

ing a human sundial; an experi-

Chandler, Ariz., consists of a city

Carollo Engineers, the Chandler city

mental garden area for nearby

park, a police substation and a

engineering firm.

schools to use; and a one-story,

groundwater recharge project on a 113-acre wetlands site.

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The 31-acre Veterans Oasis Park

11,280-square-foot Environmental

includes picnic areas; an outdoor

Education Center, which contains

“The primary goal of the proj-

amphitheater; miles of trails and

four classrooms, a nature discov-

ect is to develop a recharge site

pathways for hiking, biking and

ery room, exhibit areas, a nature

with an important secondary goal

running;

areas

store, and meeting spaces. Each

of developing an integrated, mul-

linked to a nearby multi-city trail

classroom extends out to a covered

tiuse park facility, which includes

system; a five-acre stocked fishing

exterior area for use during good

education, passive recreation, urban

lake; unconventional learning-ori-

weather. A central circulation spine

equestrian

rest

government, transportation & infrastructure

showcases exhibits that educate about the building, the wetlands site, and environmental stewardship in general. This spine leads from the building entrance throughout the building, exiting with a view of the lake. Staffed by a full-time naturalist, the Environmental Education Center offers a variety of classes year-round on nature and the environment. The four-acre South Chandler Police Substation is the city’s newest and third facility to provide public safety for the southeast area of Chandler. This one-story, 21,841square-foot facility, which houses 90 police officers and support staff, contains offices, lockers, briefing and debriefing rooms, exercise Photo courtesy of Cornerstone Photography

equipment, communication and media links, dog kennels, holding

a facility that melds two greatly

site, incorporating education, all

distinction of designing this facility

cells, bike lockers, a breakroom,

different functions, seamlessly, into

within a highly sustainable facility

for the City of Chandler. In the end,

conference rooms and a secured

a 113-acre wetlands site is likely a

— all of these were design chal-

the team designed a facility that is

parking area.

once-in-a-lifetime design challenge.

lenges. They were the very reason

highly sustainable.” n

We knew it would force innovation

we competed for, and won, the

The

78-acre

groundwater

recharge project is an underground water storage system and surface

The end design uses abun-

wetlands that provides water basins,

dant natural lighting to create

streams, vegetation, wildlife habi-

bright and cheerful spaces where

tat and trails. This diverse habi-

users of all ages may participate in

tat attracts many types of migra-

the educational process. It provides

tory birds year-round and provides

arts and crafts areas, play areas,

a sanctuary for other wildlife. The

gathering areas, and places for

recharge site consists of shallow

quiet reflection.

basins and wetlands, which filter

A major design concept is the

high-quality reclaimed water to a

dual-use nature of the project. In

subsurface aquifer for storage and

its community center role, it had to

recovery. It includes an under-

be welcoming and user-friendly. In

ground reclaimed water supply line,

its police precinct role, safety and

a reclaimed water pump house and

functionality were necessities. Both

an associated underground water

of these functions had to coex-

distribution piping system; and

ist in a facility that was a model

serves as an important component

for environmental stewardship and

of the City of Chandler’s compre-

offered visitors a hands-on educa-

hensive reclaimed water manage-

tional experience.

ment plan.

According to Kurry, integrating

“The City of Chandler’s vision was

these multiple uses on a wetlands

to provide an example of good envi-

site was a major challenge. “Most

ronmental stewardship, in an educa-

architects are natural problem solv-

tional format, for the residents,” said

ers,” she said. “We love a puzzle.

Jaime Kurry, AIA, LEED AP, principal

So, of course we viewed the unique

with Deutsch Architecture Group,

challenges in this project as the fun

the project’s architect. “Designing

parts — the dual use, the wetlands

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Scottsdale, Arizona

Owner: City of Scottsdale Type of Project: A new water

Chaparral Water Treatment Facility

treatment facility Size: 71,000 square feet Cost: $83.4 million (project costs) Construction Time: June 1999 - December 2006

Scottsdale, an upscale commu-

The Need: A water treatment

nity in the striking Sonoran Desert, is

facility to serve Scottsdale’s

home to world-class resorts and res-

growing population

taurants, a thriving arts and culture

The Challenge: Building in a highly visible location, which

scene, and an active outdoor com-

required a unique blend of art

munity that enjoys beautiful weather

and architecture

year-round. When it came time to build a largescale water treatment facility, the demand for high-quality water was met with an equally high demand for architectural beauty. “It is not often that aesthetics plays a crucial

TEAM MEMBERS

Swaback Partners Architect Ten Eyck Landscape Architects Landscape Architect Black & Veatch Engineer

role in the design of necessary public infrastructure,” said John E. Sather, partner with Swaback Partners, the project’s architect. The Chaparral Water Treatment Facility proved to be an exception.

Archer Western Contractors General Contractor

The facility was built to treat the city of Scottsdale’s salt-river water Photos courtesy of Bill Timmerman Photography

Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels

from Phoenix and provide residents with safe, good-tasting and odor-

rounding architecture. Careful stag-

the building exterior stain colors,”

Felker Brothers Corporation

free water. With a capacity of 30

ing of the construction schedule also

said Doug Post, project manager

Mid America Pipe Fabrication & Supply

million gallons per day (MGD), the

proved useful on the limited space

with Archer Western Contractors, the

facility provides a sufficient quan-

available. Ultimately, the plant was

project’s general contractor.

tity of water to meet the projected

compressed for the tight site to only

The 29-acre park surrounds the

demands of the area while also elimi-

one-half to one-third the size of com-

building, where a xeriscape garden

nating Scottsdale’s dependence on

parable facilities.

was designed to educate the public,

Overhead Cranes International

purchased water.

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Several architectural elements

protect the environment and con-

“Located at one of Scottsdale’s

helped transform the treatment facil-

serve water. Completing the park

busiest intersections, the design goal

ity and allow it to blend with the

area are large open spaces, water

for this project was to combine cut-

adjacent park and nearby residential

features, a dog park, multiuse ball

ting-edge technology, art and archi-

neighborhood. The facility is softened

fields, walking trails, public restrooms

tecture in one form that also serves

by weathered, woven metal sculp-

and ample parking.

as a transition to an adjacent 29-acre

tures that accentuate the streetscape.

park,” said Sather.

16,000 square feet of artistic tensile

response has been “phenomenal.”

Meyer

said

that

community

“The architecture was just as

canopies open like sails to embrace

The facility has won numerous

important as the water,” agreed Dan

the park and provide much-needed

awards, including the Arizona Water

Meyer, project manager for Black &

shade. Stepping down from the

and Pollution Control Association’s

Veatch, the project’s engineer.

building perimeters to the street are

Water Project of the Year and

The treatment facility’s location

special landscape terraces defined

the Valley Forward Association’s

at a busy intersection and in a well-

by indigenous rocks in metal baskets

Environmental Excellence award.

developed area proved to be a major

known as gabions. “The baskets had

The City of Scottsdale has proven

challenge. “Due to engineering

to be placed in such a manner that all

that the marriage of function and

issues, this was one of very few avail-

flat surfaces of the rocks were vertical

beauty creates an innovative proj-

able sites for the facility,” said Sather.

so that the beauty of the rock colors

ect that benefits the community all

The building was designed to fit into

could be exposed. Several of the

around. n

a tight space and complement sur-

rock color tones were used to match

— Jessica Padilla Bowen

government, transportation & infrastructure

Surprise, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Surprise

City of Surprise Fire Stations Nos. 305 and 306

Type of Project: Two new fire stations Size: 16,472 square feet (No. 305); 10,145 square feet (No. 306) Cost: $4.111 million (No. 305); $3.085 million (No. 306)

Due to a need for two new fire sta-

conceptualization, considering suit-

ing and work room where patrol

- September 2007

tions in Surprise, Ariz., construction of

able structural options and build-

officers can meet with citizens.”

The Need: Two strategically

Fire Stations Nos. 305 and 306 began

ing materials to make the owner’s

This station includes a Stormtech

simultaneously in October 2006.

vision a reality. In this way, the fire

on-site water retainage system,

response times

The vision was to improve the overall

department’s architectural desires

which allows “for a horizontal piping

The Challenge: Blending the

efficiency of the city’s fire squad.

remained paramount throughout

system to be utilized, eliminating the

“By keeping the fire fighter close

the building process, according to

cost and area needed for traditional

to home it minimizes the response

Ken Powers, president and architect

storm drainage piping and drywells,”

time and reduces overall manpower

of record for Perlman.

said Alvarez.

Construction Time: October 2006

located fire stations built to decrease emergency

buildings into their surroundings

TEAM MEMBERS

and equipment costs associated with

“It was very important that the

The team encountered a few chal-

moving companies from one loca-

scale and appearance of [No. 306]

lenges in the construction of the two

tion to another,” said Harry Hartman,

mimic its existing neighbors,” Powers

stations. “The biggest challenge [for

construction project manager for the

said. Keeping this in mind, the team

No. 305] was to coordinate our proj-

City of Surprise, the project’s owner.

constructed a pitched roof, utilized

ect with the construction of four new

Fire Station No. 305 was to be

stone veneer, and maintained a resi-

little league baseball fields adjacent to

dential color scheme throughout.

our site,” Powers said. “We needed

Perlman Architects of Arizona, Inc. Architect

constructed in close proximity to the Surprise Spring Training Stadium

Mimicking the Spring Training

to get approval for an emergency

Sun Eagle Corporation Construction Manager at Risk

and designed to serve the stadium

Stadium, Fire Station No. 305

access point onto the grounds direct-

grounds and surrounding area. To

includes a mixture of stucco and

ly from our facility.” Both the little

help the building blend into the area,

exposed structural metal. “Similar

league and fire station sites had simi-

American Asphalt & Grading Co.

the station mirrors the training stadi-

colors were used on the exterior to

lar construction start times, requiring

Den-Mark Specialty Construction, Inc. Waterproofing Contractors

um’s architectural character. Likewise,

help connect this facility to the train-

the parties to collaborate to construct

Fire Station No. 306, designed to

ing stadium,” said Powers. “We ulti-

the access.

service the residential neighborhoods

mately located the correct materials

As for Fire Station No. 306, Powers

of Sun City, was to blend in with its

making this facility blend as one with

said, “the biggest challenge on this

J.F. Ellis Corporation Concrete Construction (Commercial)

surroundings, mirroring the numer-

its neighbor.”

project was giving the homeown-

Universal Piping, LLC

the neighborhood.

AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

JBN Industrial Fence Fence Contractor

ous one-story, single-family homes in

In addition, the apparatus bays are

ers’ association power to approve

bi-folding, a feature that is used in

the architectural character as well

Perlman Architects of Arizona, Inc.,

less than 10 percent of fire stations,

as color and material selections.”

the project’s architect, made these

and “the building includes ground

However, this strategy ultimately

criteria a top priority during design

concrete floors with colored masonry

proved advantageous to the team.

block and pre-finished standing seam

“Allowing the community to make

roofing,” said John Alvarez, project

comments early on helped this proj-

manager for Sun Eagle Corporation,

ect to progress smoothly,” he said.

the project’s construction manager

“All parties involved felt like they were

at risk.

empowered by this process, making

Hartman said that Fire Station No. 305 “is one of our largest with four

it a very successful project for the fire department and community.”

and a half apparatus bays, 10 fire-

In the end, the team considered

fighter dormitories, a battalion chief’s

the development of the city’s fire

quarters, a bike team, a medic cart

stations to be one of its most impor-

response to support stadium opera-

tant projects to date. Alvarez said,

tions and extensive support areas.”

“These men and women [firefight-

As for Fire Station No. 306,

ers] train to save lives and we expect

Hartman said, “This station not only

to build them a facility to enhance

provides all hazard fire service to

their enjoyment of each and every

the community, but also provides a

station.” n

police presence by housing a meet-

— Sara Teller

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Tempe, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owners/Operators: City of Tempe;

East Valley Bus Operations & Maintenance Facility

City of Scottsdale; Valley Metro Type of Project: A new bus operations complex Size: 106,945 square feet Cost: $39.5 million (construction costs) Construction Time: March 2006

The East Valley Bus Operations

- August 2007

& Maintenance Facility is a 250-bus

The Need: A centralized facility for

complex that was built for the pur-

bus operations and a maintenance facility in East Valley

pose of maintaining, fueling, clean-

The Challenge: Dealing with poor

ing and operating City of Tempe and

soil conditions and design changes

Valley Metro buses.

that affected the guaranteed maximum price

Housed on a centrally located, 23-acre site is 74,400 square feet of maintenance space, 12,895 square Photos courtesy of Bill Timmerman

feet of fuel and wash space, 19,650

TEAM MEMBERS

RNL Architect D.L. Withers Construction Construction Manager at Risk Kitchell CEM Construction Manager for Owner/Agent Services AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection Echo Canyon Electric, Inc. Electrical Contractors Masseur Plumbing, Inc. Plumbing Contractors Rummel Construction, Inc. Heavy Construction Services

square feet of administration and

manager for owner/agent services.

struction, according to Hammonds.

operations space, and canopied

Sustainable strategies included an oil/

First, the existing site soil contained

parking for the bus fleet. This central-

water separator to filter storm water

cobbles, boulders, rubble, debris and

ized location reduces the amount of

run-off; a highly reflective roofing

loose sand that needed to be removed

“dead miles” typically seen by other

membrane for flat roofs; drought-

and the soil then needed to be com-

facilities located on the outskirts of

resistant native landscaping; alterna-

pacted. Second, the project team

town, resulting in a decrease in oper-

tive fuels for busses (liquefied natural

determined that in the best interest

ating costs for transit providers.

gas and compressed natural gas);

of the project, canopies were neces-

“The design is derived from the

evaporative cooling; low-flow/dual-

sary to maintain shade conditions for

sleek and dynamic nature of trans-

operation plumbing fixtures and

busses not in service. This affected

portation and the specific param-

waterless urinals; under-floor air dis-

the guaranteed maximum price

eters of site and environment,” said

tribution systems; sensor-activated

(GMP) that was originally presented

Ken Anderson, senior associate and

light shut-offs; and energy-efficient

within budget. Using an informal

project designer/architect for RNL,

emergency generation equipment.

value engineering approach, several

the project’s architect. The major

In addition, material selection was

alternative methods and construc-

roof forms of the buildings reflect the

influenced by the availability of local

tion components were reviewed that

wings and movement of an airplane.

and recycled material, and more than

would alter or delete items in order

United Civil Group

The exterior metal panel skin is remi-

98 percent of the construction waste

to add the canopies while maintain-

Williams Aviation Consultants, Inc. Aviation Consulants

niscent of the bus itself and provides

was diverted from the landfills.

ing the GMP. “The overwhelming

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a smooth reflective surface as a back-

The result of utilizing these green

success of this project was the result

drop for natural sky and landscape

features is that the facility is achiev-

of proactive cooperation, coordina-

elements. The extreme Arizona heat

ing a 52 percent energy savings in

tion and teamwork of all the project

is mitigated by the placement of

day-to-day operations and is reduc-

participants,” said Hammonds.

shaded elements and fabric cano-

ing water consumption by 5.2 mil-

The East Valley Bus Operations &

pies. Building orientation allows for

lion gallons per year, according to

Maintenance Facility employs 600

maximized views and breezes with

Sue Taaffe, community outreach/

people and houses buses that are

minimal heat gain. Operable win-

marketing coordinator for the City

used on dozens of bus routes that

dows, clerestory lighting and north-

of Tempe. Another benefit is the

travel throughout the Valley area.

facing glazing elements enhance the

improved health of employees work-

Moreover, the facility is one of the

employee environment with outdoor

ing at the facility, resulting in less sick

“greenest” transit facilities in the

spaces nearby.

time and better productivity. “All

nation and has achieved a LEED®

“The most unique aspect of the

these benefits from a green facility

gold rating. “Environmental sustain-

project was the design, construction

translate to reducing operating costs

ability should be considered in every

and delivery of a LEED® [Leadership in

while contributing to preservation

project. It should not just be limited

Energy & Environmental Design] facil-

of our world environment for future

to buildings but should also be con-

ity,” noted Michael W. Hammonds,

generations,” she said.

sidered in every public works proj-

senior project manager for Kitchell

There were two significant chal-

CEM, the project’s construction

lenges encountered during con-

ect,” said Taaffe. n — Stacey Nathanson

government, transportation & infrastructure

Henderson, Nevada

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Henderson

Henderson Events Plaza

Type of Project: A new outdoor events facility Size: 2.7 acres (plaza) with 60,000

The city of Henderson, Nev., was

the plaza. There is also a dry-deck

main large events plaza and is

incorporated in 1953. Since that

water feature for use by children

very visible to the public,” said

costs); $10.5 million (total)

time, it has become the largest full-

during the summer. The amphithe-

Mark F. Hobaica, AIA, city architect

Construction Time: September

service city in the state of Nevada.

ater has stainless steel mesh cano-

for the City of Henderson. “We

2004 - May 2006

It has done this while also achiev-

pies and a complete sound system

also have a large metal strip of

ing the lowest tax rates and the

that extends throughout the plaza

magnesium installed just above

The Challenge: Acquiring the

highest bond ratings of any other

and into Water Street. The plaza

a portion of the magnesite rock

perfect materials for the

Nevada municipality. In its continu-

can be fully lit for evening events

to resemble the rough-to-refined

ing efforts to provide the highest

and has power distribution centers

aspect of the project.”

standard of living and amenities to

throughout to make it flexible for

The challenge in this project was

its residents, the city has recently

a wide variety of events. A parking

the process of acquiring the rock.

built the Henderson Events Plaza,

structure that accommodates 400

“We traveled to northern Nevada,

an outdoor plaza and amphitheater

vehicles helps manage traffic for

to the town of Gabs, Nevada, to

located on the city hall campus.

the events.

hand-select the magnesite rock at

square feet of programmable event space Cost: $7.5 million (construction

The Need: A public plaza for community events

perimeter wall

The project’s location was spe-

A unique aspect of this project

a local quarry for the perimeter

cifically chosen to help revitalize

is the use of magnesite rock within

wall,” Hobaica said. “It’s not every

the Water Street District and down-

the perimeter foundation of the

day you travel hundreds of miles to

town area and to create a place for

plaza deck. Magnesite is usually

select a rubble stone like this and

events at the campus. According to

only mined for the production of

I’m sure it is the only site in Nevada

Graham Downes Architecture, the

magnesium. During World War II,

that has used this rock in an archi-

B & H Construction General Contractor

project’s architect, it was designed

Henderson was the site of the Basic

tectural presentation like this.”

GKD-USA Inc.

as a flexible public plaza to be used

Magnesium Plant, which provided

From the drawing board to the

for a variety of community activi-

magnesium for munitions and air-

fully built plaza, the project exceed-

ties, events, functions and program-

plane parts. Recognizing the impor-

ed expectations thanks to the hard

ming. It is Nevada’s first plaza built

tance of magnesite and magnesium

work of all involved. Hobaica said,

for public outdoor events.

in its history, the city chose to

“[The team] worked well together

An amphitheater, shade cano-

incorporate magnesite in the design

to maintain the design intent from

pies, open space, walkways and

of the plaza. “It is part of the entire

the original concept.” n

a memorial wall are included in

perimeter foundation walls for [the]

TEAM MEMBERS

Graham Downes Architecture Architect Harris & Associates Construction Manager

Sanpete Steel Corporation Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

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Tempe, Arizona

Kyrene Utility Services Building For workers at the Kyrene Utility Services Building in Tempe, Ariz., being on the job has just gotten a Facts & Figures

little brighter.

to move the functions of the utility

below) for housing management,

services section.”

mapping and CAD.”

So, a new building was con-

One of the big design goals

structed on the site of an exist-

was incorporating sustainability

The new facility houses the water

ing water reclamation plant. The

into the design and construction

City of Tempe

department’s utility construction

new two-story facility includes

of the facility. “The City of Tempe

Type of Project: A new

crews, the utility/city warehouse,

offices, a warehouse, crew rooms,

is committed to building ‘green’

administrative/warehouse facility

the utility’s customer service/map-

locker rooms, kitchens and a well-

in the community,” said Mann.

Cost: $6.7 million (total

ping section and the field site

ness room. The site also accommo-

“With this in mind, the building

construction costs)

mechanics, in addition to all the

dates storage of vehicles and com-

was designed to incorporate as

Construction Time: June 2006

associated vehicles. For the past 40

mon areas for spoils containment

many ‘green’ materials and pro-

The Need: A new office/

years, the department had called

and disposal.

cesses as possible.” The building

warehouse for the city’s water

the city’s water treatment plant

According to David Calcaterra,

recently received the U.S. Green

utilities department

home, but a planned expansion of

principal for Deutsch Architecture

Building Council’s Leadership in

the plant meant relocation. “The

Group, the project’s architect, the

Energy and Environmental Design

the small site without disrupting

expansion at our old facility was

form of the building follows the

(LEED®) gold certification.

the existing water reclamation

programmed to take up the area

function of each of its spaces. “The

plant on site

associated with our vehicle park-

first floor includes the warehouse

“green” are significant, and sus-

ing, warehouse and some of our

and staging areas as well as lock-

tainable resources helped foster a

existing office space,” said John

er rooms and conference space.

healthy working environment at

D. Mann, transmission and col-

The second floor is operations and

Kyrene and also cut utility costs

lection administrator for the City

meeting areas in which operations

drastically when compared to con-

of Tempe. “Since these changes

begin and complete their days,”

ventionally designed buildings.

were necessary for the treatment

he said. “The second floor also

“The essence of our design intent

and storage of our potable water,

includes office space (support and

for this facility lies in maximizing

it was decided the best choice was

management for all operations

light and views for all occupants,

Owner: Water Utilities Department,

Size: 19,500 square feet

- December 2007

The Challenge: Fitting all the necessary components onto

TEAM MEMBERS

Deutsch Architecture Group Architect

The

benefits

for

building

creating bright spaces conducive to a productive working environ-

Bosak CPM Construction Manager

ment,” said Calcaterra.

Adolfson & Peterson Construction General Contractor

structure may appear “convention-

Applied Engineering

al,” they are designed to achieve

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Epoxy Flooring, Terrazzo

LEED® certification, thereby making

While many components of the

them more structurally and technically complex. “Myriad compo-

BCS Enterprises, Inc. Demolition Contractors

nents such as the roofing system,

Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors

insulation and exterior walls will be constructed from products [that]

Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels

use recycled household products like Styrofoam trays and aluminum

JFK Electrical Contracting Enterprises Inc. Electrical Contractor

cans,” he said. Structurally, the project con-

KPFF Consulting Engineers Civil & Structural Engineering

sisted of three separate compo-

Triad Steel Services, Inc. Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors

nents: insulated concrete forms (ICFs), structural steel and concrete masonry units (CMUs). Bringing these three components together efficiently demanded the involvement of engineers and subcontractors at the outset. David A. Bosak, Photo courtesy of City of Tempe, Water Utilities Department

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Photo courtesy of City of Tempe, Water Utilities Department

AIA, LEED AP, president/principal

lamation plant. “We brought a lot

architect for BOSAK CPM, the proj-

more activity to this site 24/7 than

ect’s construction manager, said

they were used to having to oper-

that “insulated block was utilized as

ate with,” said Mann. “This was

a sustainable option to metal studs

[overcome] by meeting with stake-

or concrete block, thus providing

holders and listening to everyone’s

an exterior wall that provided the

needs and modifying the designs

required insulation value….”

as often as needed to maximize

John Tomasson, senior project

the use of available space [and]

manager for Adolfson & Peterson

meet the needs of both facilities

Construction, the project’s general

as [they] related to traffic patterns

contractor, elaborated on the envi-

and safety needs. It also required

ronmental methodology that the

an architect that researched us and

team stood by. “The design, mate-

our needs so that he knew us and

rials and construction of this build-

our operations and needs, thereby

ing have provided for a life cycle

guaranteeing a workable facility

of 50 to 60 years rather than the

could be constructed that met all

current designs and construction

our needs.”

that have an average anticipated life cycle of 20 years,” he said.

All stakeholders involved on the project agreed that communication

Although the end result of the

was the key to a successful project.

project was successful, there were

Due to their efforts, the new Kyrene

challenges along the way for the

Utility Services Building is up and

team. The new facility and its oper-

running for the benefit of Tempe

ations had to be located on the site

residents and the water utilities

in a way that wouldn’t disrupt the

department employees. n

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Facts & Figures Owner: City of Phoenix

Phoenix Crime Laboratory

Type of Project: A state-of-the-art forensics laboratory Size: 104,000 square feet Cost: $39 million Construction Time: Completed in June 2007

Hailed as a “Western Gateway,” the newly constructed Phoenix Crime

The Need: A new facility for

Laboratory is a state-of-the-art foren-

forensic science

sics lab that allows the City of Phoenix

The Challenge: Designing the

the ability to delve deeper into the

facility to accommodate future changes in forensic technology, and blending with the surrounding environment

world of forensic science. “The

new

Phoenix

Crime

Laboratory serves as a gateway from the west to the cultural pedestrian area along Washington Street and Adams Street, helping to anchor the corridor that connects many of Photo courtesy of John Peele Photography

the most significant cultural resourc-

TEAM MEMBERS

The Durrant Group, Inc. Architect Gilbane Building Company Construction Manager Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels KPFF Consulting Engineers Civil & Structural Engineering Siemens Building Technologies, Inc.

es in downtown Phoenix, including

Building Company, the project’s con-

crime laboratory which is adaptable

the

struction manager.

to any future change in forensic tech-

Walker

Building,

Orpheum

Theater, Civic Plaza and Heritage

In keeping with the trend of

nology,” Rummel said. “By incor-

Park,” said Designer Evan Sockalosky

“going green,” the design of the

porating some redundancy into the

of The Durrant Group, Inc., the proj-

laboratory also incorporates mate-

mechanical systems, use of sophisti-

ect’s architect.

rials and features to improve sus-

cated building controls and manage-

The new forensics laboratory con-

tainability. “Design concepts such as

ment, and sustainable design fea-

sists of two stories with an additional

ground concrete flooring, daylight-

tures, the Phoenix Crime Laboratory

floor below grade and a mechani-

ing into the laboratories, sun lou-

has the ability to meet any future

cal penthouse. A 156-space, below-

vers and shade screens on the south

changes in technology.”

grade parking structure and a land-

and west sides make the Phoenix

Other challenges included consid-

scaped public plaza also round out

Crime Laboratory an example of sus-

eration for the surrounding environ-

the laboratory. Inside, the building

tainable design in government facili-

ment, which was within a busy sec-

includes specialized laboratories that

ties,” said Sockalosky. Construction-

tion of downtown Phoenix adjacent

are utilized for analysis of various

wise, the laboratory has a concrete

to the west side of the Sandra Day

types of evidence such as toxicology,

foundation and a steel-frame struc-

O’Connor Federal Courthouse facility

firearms, trace, latent prints, con-

ture. The exterior is precast concrete

and directly across the street from

trolled substances, forensics DNA and

with punch-out windows and aluca-

the Phoenix Police Department’s

question documents. The Phoenix

bond panels.

headquarters. “Height restrictions

Crime Laboratory also has vibration-

“Window screens were installed on

imposed by the federal courthouse

sensitive lab equipment along with

the west side of the building to filter

necessitated constructing the first

53 fume hoods for evidence analysis,

the midday sun, and shading devices

floor completely below ground,”

chemical and evidence storage areas,

reduced sun exposure while allow-

Rummel said. “A ‘no-fly zone’ restric-

vehicle inspection laboratories, a fire-

ing natural light on the south side,”

tion, as well as vehicle and pedestrian

arms testing range, administrative

Rummel said. “Terrazzo flooring was

traffic flow, also offered unique chal-

offices, and public meeting spaces

desired by the client, but Gilbane

lenges to the construction process.”

and conference rooms.

was able to persuade them to go

The project team overcame this chal-

“The facility also includes a 24/7

with a less expensive but aesthetically

lenge by continually adhering to a

Crime Scene Response division;

pleasing ground concrete in the main

very detailed construction schedule.

numerous support spaces includ-

corridors and sheet vinyl with welded

The hard work and detailed schedul-

ing evidence receiving and drying

seams as the primary flooring in the

ing allowed the roadway to reopen

room areas; multiple levels of secu-

labs, saving the client $400,000.”

more than 24 hours ahead of the

rity and spaces reserved for federal,

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imagined,

constructing

already compressed schedule.

state and local bureaus; and access

104,000-square-foot forensics crime

Despite the challenges, the new

from laboratory spaces to public

laboratory is not an easy matter.

laboratory was successfully complet-

spaces,” said Mark Rummel, LEED

“It was a great challenge to con-

ed in June 2007. n

AP, project manager for Gilbane

struct a state-of-the-art, highly secure

— Natalie Blythe

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Peoria, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Peoria

Rio Vista Recreation Center

Type of Project: A new recreation center building Size: 51,376 square feet Cost: $10 million (construction costs) Construction Time: April 2006

Rio Vista Recreation Center is the focal point and culmination of Rio

ceilings were chosen in order to cre-

bordered by a lake on two sides

ate a comfortable and elegant core.

and located within a very active

- August 2007

Vista District Park. The multipurpose

“Once inside the center, a double-

park. In order to overcome this chal-

The Need: A high-quality

facility is part of the park’s second and

height lobby opens to the mezzanine

lenge, Haydon Building Corp. had to

recreation center in Peoria

final phase, which also included the

and draws visitors in, stretching from

approach the construction from one

addition of new sports fields, ancillary

the front all the way to the back of the

side of the building and work out-

buildings and extensive landscaping.

building, creating an expansive view

ward to avoid working into a corner.

One of the primary goals of the

across the lake and the new pedes-

Work was performed in the sequence

project, according to the City of

trian bridge,” said John F. Kane, FAIA,

of foundation elements, bearing walls

Peoria, the project’s owner, was to

LEED AP, lead designer and owner of

and structural components from

design a revenue-gathering facility

Architekton, the project’s architect.

the lake side to the land side, rath-

that would be able to recover 75 per-

Designed to accommodate a variety

er than in a more conventional

cent of its operating costs.

The Challenge: Working on a small site within a park and bordered by a lake on two sides

of free and members-only services,

sequence. “The resulting design

With that goal in mind, the team’s

the facility features a large, curving

solution overcame the site restraints

first priority was to produce an excep-

reception desk that welcomes visitors

by creating a compact, efficient,

tionally high quality facility. “The gen-

and becomes the control point for

two-story building whose unique

esis of the quality process for the

the “for-pay” recreational programs

floor plan optimizes usable space,”

building was to select high-quality

that occur on the ground floor. The

said Kane.

and yet affordable building materi-

ground floor contains a multipur-

The City of Peoria held weekly

als and systems and combine them

pose room, a conference room, class-

meetings that lasted throughout the

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Epoxy Flooring, Terrazzo

into a truly inspired design,” said

rooms, an adventure center and a

completion of the project punch

Fritz Behrhorst, LEED AP of Haydon

childcare center.

list. This frequent interaction and

Butch Randolph & Associates

Building Corp., the project’s general

Spectra Contract Flooring Carpet & Tile Contractors

contractor.

Taylor RyMar Corporation Consulting Engineers

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Architekton Architect Haydon Building Corp. General Contractor AV Decking Inc. Metal Deck Erection

Designed to respond to the

constant engagement of the owner

extreme desert climate of Arizona,

motivated the team to maintain the

The two-story facility combines

the building was oriented to opti-

successful relationship it had built

standard building materials, such as

mize views while protecting the glaz-

during the design phase, according

masonry, structural steel and con-

ing from direct solar gain. Features

to Behrhorst. “We are proud that our

crete. Simple yet rich exterior finishes

such as deep overhangs and per-

productivity was never slowed by

include ample glass and perforated

forated metal scrims provide shade

finger pointing or the “blame game,”

COR-TEN® steel exterior and metal

during summer months while care-

but rather we pushed forward as a

roofing. “Pixie Stick” columns hold

fully placed glazing provides daylight

team in the face of each challenge,”

up a dramatic curving roof, creat-

throughout the facility, minimizing

he said. “This is the key to both a

ing an inviting porch. Interior fin-

the need for electrical lighting.

successful project schedule and long-

ishes such as hand-placed sandstone,

One of the project challenges was

ground concrete and perforated steel

constructing on a small site that was

lasting relationships.” n — Stacey Nathanson

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Facts &â&#x20AC;&#x2C6;Figures Owner: Pima County Natural Resources, Parks and Recreation Department Type of Project: Construction of a park recreational facility Size: 4,250 square feet (pool); 1,188 square feet (shaded deck); 258 square feet (bathhouse) Cost: $1,335,588 (construction costs) Construction Time: March 2006 - February 2007 The Need: A pool and recreation facility for Picture Rocks community The Challenge: Providing facilities that would appeal to a wide range of community residents

Picture Rocks, Arizona TEAM MEMBERS

Picture Rocks Pool

Burns Wald-Hopkins Shambach Architects Architect Arizona Builders, Inc. General Contractor Akowski Masonry Inc. Masonry Contractors California Pools & Spas Pools & Spas Nelson Holland, Inc. Doors/Frames/Hardware Pro Trenching

When Pima County wanted to

Recreation Department, the county

with many other parks, recreational

provide its residents with a recre-

wanted to provide a recreational pool

facilities and natural resources.

ational pool, the Pima County Natural

to appeal to the widest audience of

Construction on Picture Rocks

Resources, Parks and Recreation

people who live in the area, and to

Pool began in March 2006 and was

Department decided to construct

maximize funding for this project

completed in February 2007. Harvey

Picture Rocks Pool, a $1.3 million

that was available from the 2004

said the location of the recreation

project consisting of a pool, a shaded

Pima County Bond. Voters in Pima

facility was chosen for being the cen-

deck and a bathhouse.

County have historically supported

ter of the community and because

According to Lauren Harvey,

the Pima County Bond Program,

it already possessed various family-

program manager of Pima County

and did so again in 2004 when the

friendly components. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Picture Rocks

Natural

Picture Rocks Pool was funded along

District was selected since it is a hub

Resources,

Parks

and

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of the Picture Rocks community and

house touch-sensitive activators that

is home to other recreational ameni-

play prerecorded sounds ranging

ties, such as ball fields, a basketball

from a giggle to a story of long

court, playground, walking paths

ago.” Other facilities include a 1,188-

and a community center that houses

square-foot shaded deck and a 258-

various recreational and social service

square-foot bathhouse.

programs,” Harvey said. “Residents

According to Belinda MacMaster,

of the Picture Rocks community had

marketing

no access to a pool prior to the

manager for Burns Wald-Hopkins

and

administrative

construction of the new facility. The

Shambach Architects, the project’s

pool provides a safe, cool and fun

architect, Picture Rocks Pool is a

water-based recreational experience

site adaptation of a popular pool

for children and adults.”

previously built at Jacobs Park. It

The 4,250-square-foot, four-foot-

also consists of a lifeguard office and

deep pool is accessed by a “zero-

men’s and women’s restrooms and

depth” edge that allows for gradual

locker rooms.

entry into the pool. “Its four-foot

Harvey said that Picture Rocks

depth creates a safe area for children

Pool is an architecturally interesting

to play and adults to swim,” Harvey

project that welcomes visitors to it

said. “Included in the project is a

with its vibrant and colorful geomet-

splash pad with water toys, shade

ric forms. “In addition, the interactive

cabanas and large colorful shade

public art that accompanies the pool

umbrellas. A turf picnic area with

facility is a great draw for the kids,”

trees is home to three interactive

she said. n

sculptures whose petroglyph forms

— Natalie Blythe

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Surprise, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Surprise

City of Surprise Public Safety Facility

Type of Project: A new public safety facility Size: 103,000 square feet

Surprise, Ariz., has experienced a

where the city would establish its

ing entries and three secured, but

significant amount of growth during

municipal center, consolidating the

separate, parking lots. “The challenge

- September 2007

the past decade. Community ser-

functions of numerous departments

required a complex site plan that

The Need: Consolidation of the

vice facilities that include municipal

into a single facility. “One of the

had to operate effortlessly,” noted

city’s public safety departments

courts, the main police station, the

challenges was to juxtaposition these

Salvatore. “The resultant design

fire department headquarters and

various departments under one roof

functions seamlessly, efficiently and

major city departments in one

their broadcast studios were inad-

according to an efficient work model

creates a new visual identity for the

facility while providing each with

equate to serve the community effi-

but give each its own entry and

City of Surprise.”

ciently. Therefore, the city decided

identity that work harmoniously with

The city was interested in a

it was time to build a new public

the building’s design aesthetic,” said

“Mediterranean” architecture, but

safety facility to service the needs

Joseph M. Salvatore, AIA, LEED AP,

also a strong civic architecture — a

of its citizens for many decades into

managing principal for Architekton,

building rooted in the past but look-

the future.

the project’s architect.

ing toward the future, said Salvatore.

Cost: $23 million (construction costs) Construction Time: March 2006

into one facility The Challenge: Consolidating four

its own identity

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The site, adjacent to the new city

The challenge was overcome by

The design response was to iden-

hall, was chosen several years before

building four main public building

tify the essence of Mediterranean

construction began as the place

entries, four private employee build-

architecture in building form and

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materiality. Strong daylighting was

potentially violent perpetrators in the

used to create sharp shadows. Deep

arraignment courtroom, this witness

recesses protect the building open-

stand opens into the arraignment

ings from the sun and the weather.

courtroom via bullet-resistant glass

Covered walkways and benches pro-

and reinforced masonry walls.

vide breezeways that face the build-

Cost was a very big concern,

ing and roadways and lead pedes-

according to Lowe, and after the first

trians to the four entrances. Exterior

estimate it was clear that the city’s

materials include light-colored stone

budget was less than the cost of the

masonry and white stucco while

building. By utilizing the construc-

terra-cotta grillage “lanterns” accent

tion manager at risk delivery method

the building elevations.

on the project, the city was able to

“The most unique feature is the

take advantage of the recommenda-

use of atriums that are internal to

tions from the contractor as to where

the structure that allow additional

money could be saved in order to

natural light into the building,” said

bring the project within budget.

Terry Lowe, project management

The City of Surprise Public Safety

division manager for the City of

Facility provides a central location

Surprise. The courtyards also serve

for the city’s public safety agen-

as outdoor breakout spaces and are

cies. Prior to the consolidation, these

adjacent to community kitchens and

departments were in various parts of

conference rooms.

the city and patrons had to travel.

Another unique feature of the

“The City of Surprise made a great

facility is the witness stand, which is

leap forward into the future of their

positioned inside the prisoner hold-

city by opening this facility,” said

ing area. In order to provide safety

Salvatore. n

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Tempe, Arizona

Tempe Center for the Arts Tempe Center for the Arts (TCA)

structure,” explained Don Fassinger,

have created a successful barrier to

is a visionary communal space where

general manager of the TCA. “The

aircraft noise.”

the arts are celebrated and intimacy

rooms under the outer roof are

between artists and patrons is born.

individual structures constructed of

The center opened in September

substantial concrete walls and lids

Architekton

2007, providing Tempe with an

and could stand alone in a differ-

Associates, Inc. According to Joseph

and performing arts center

eclectic cultural center and a host of

ent application. Once inside the

M. Salvatore, AIA, executive architect

Size: 88,000 square feet

dynamic programs that will educate

performance spaces, in particular, it

for Architekton, and Peter W. Rutti,

Cost: $65.7 million (total)

citizens and visitors through the arts.

is highly evident that the designers

AIA, associate in charge/site archi-

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Tempe Type of Project: A new creative

Construction Time: May 2004 - September 2007

Staying true to community spirit,

The Need: A place to serve the

more than 75 percent of the overall

thriving art community within the

programming at TCA is provided by

city of Tempe The Challenge: Constructing the

collaborative and

effort

between

Barton

Myers

local arts groups. In fact, the center

complex structure, and providing

was built to provide a performance

adequate acoustical barriers given

home for several local organiza-

the building’s location underneath

tions ranging from small dance and

the airport’s flight path

The design of the center was

drama companies to the 100-piece Tempe Symphony Orchestra. Sitting on 24 acres along the south shore of Tempe Town Lake, the center houses a 600-seat proscenium theater, a 200-seat studio theater, a 3,200-square-foot

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multifunction room, a visual arts gallery, small meeting rooms, a

Architekton Architect

café and a kitchen. Also located on

Barton Myers Associates, Inc. Architect Kitchell CEM Construction Manager Okland Construction Co., Inc. General Contractor Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels Nelson Holland, Inc. Doors/Frames/Hardware Robbins Sport Floors/ Arizona LLC Flooring

the site is an adjacent public park that was developed as part of the overall project. The center is actually a collection of intimate venues enclosed by a protective outer shell. This is, in part, due to it being located directly beneath the flight path for the Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport. The sculptural shed roof draws inspiration from a variety of elements such as nearby Hayden Butte, origami and even stealth fighter design. The roof was implemented not only for its acoustic protection, but also to serve as a shelter from the harsh desert sun. Its faceted form drapes over the two theaters and the visual arts gallery, which are clustered to form a lobby emulating a town square. “Each of the four primary rooms in the TCA is, for the most part, separated from the overall roof Photo courtesy of Michael Masengarb

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tect for Barton Myers, the design

tractor, the lofty exposed ceiling in

coupled with construction manage-

Challenges aside, the Tempe

was driven by an understanding

the lobby is the most unique fea-

ment in developing consensus to

Center for the Arts was successfully

and interpretation of the build-

ture of the overall building. “When

get the project done,” he said.

completed thanks to the “wonder-

ing practices of local indigenous

you enter the building through the

The intricacy of the design and

fully talented and cooperative team,”

peoples as well as local materials

lobby, this is the first element of the

complexity of the structure also

said Fassinger. And the building is

and landscape. The organization of

building that helps you appreciate

presented challenges, according to

more than just an architectural phe-

the center, with its “clustered ven-

the complexity of the structure,” he

Smith. Anywhere you look inside the

nomenon; it’s a cultural retreat for

ues,” resembles the Pueblo Bonito

said. “You are able to see how each

building, not one corner matches

visitors, locals and anyone interested

at Chaco Canyon, the largest and

roofline ties together, and it amazes

the other, and the majority of the

in artistic integrity. According to

best known Great House built by the

you how we got each piece to fit.”

building features exposed surfaces,

Fassinger, the center could not have

Pueblo people. “An outer protective

Edward J. Weis, senior project

ceilings and structure. “In order to

been built anywhere else. “Mayor

wall holds the rooms within. The

manager for Kitchell CEM, the proj-

get all the areas looking organized

[Neil] Giuliano said it is Tempe’s

spaces between the kivas (rooms)

ect’s construction manager, said the

and aesthetically acceptable, many

Sydney Opera House on Tempe

become the streets and plazas (cor-

challenging part of the overall job

coordination meetings were held

Town Lake. He is right. Its iconic

ridors and lobbies) for the village,”

was communicating with all the

between the subcontractors…” he

design wouldn’t have fit anywhere

they said.

team members and staying focused

said. “This effort also required many

else in the valley. The lake called for

According to Todd Smith, project

on the task. “Working with multiple

hours of coordination with the

it and it called for the lake…almost

manager for Okland Construction

user groups and designers required

design team so that we understood

like a symbiotic relationship.” n

Co., Inc., the project’s general con-

a combination of interpersonal skills

what they were looking for.”

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Chandler, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Tumbleweed Park, City of Chandler Type of Project: A new recreation

Tumbleweed Recreation Center

center

Tumbleweed Recreation Center

program elements when weather

bearing and connection detail and

was built to provide a multigen-

permits,” said Kane. The second floor

double-checked embedded plate

Construction Time: August 2006

erational recreation center for the

is accessible by a central stair or ele-

locations for required steel and pre-

- January 2008

residents of Chandler, Ariz.

vator and features fitness programs,

cast concrete plank lengths. “The

Size: 62,000 square feet Cost: $12.6 million (construction costs)

The Need: A multifunctional

The two-story facility anchors the

an aerobics studio, racquetball

final result is a striking building with

City of Chandler to Tumbleweed

courts, locker rooms and a circu-

an uncommon aesthetic that recalls

associated with the project being

Park. One unique feature is the

itous track that offers views to most

the agriculture roots of Chandler,”

put on hold for two years

sidewalk that guides visitors from

of the program spaces as well as

stated Pierce.

the park to the building, accord-

framed views of the park and adja-

ing to Jim Pierce, project superin-

cent community.

recreation center in Chandler The Challenge: Overcoming issues

Another project challenge, according to Kane, was that at the end of

tendent for Haydon Building Corp.,

The exterior design, inspired by

the construction documents phase,

the project’s general contractor.

the agricultural surroundings, is an

the city put the project on hold for

The sidewalk starts at the center of

abstracted take on the various hay

two years due to funding issues.

Tumbleweed Park at the fountain

bales under large shed roofs seen on

When the project was resurrected,

and winds through the park and

and around the site. The facility was

many of the original project team

entry to culminate at the recreation

constructed of concrete masonry

members had transitioned to new

center’s interior courtyard. “It is a

units (CMUs), precast concrete and

assignments and the building codes

highly innovative way to connect the

steel. The CMU was installed with

had changed significantly. Drawings

rest of this lively park with its ‘crown

vertical and horizontal offsets in vari-

were updated and new team mem-

Haydon Building Corp. General Contractor

jewel,’” said Pierce.

ous sizes and different colors to rep-

bers were assigned to the project. “In

According to John F. Kane, FAIA,

resent the hay bales. A large metal

the end, we all agree our outstand-

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Epoxy Flooring, Terrazzo

LEED AP of Architekton, the proj-

roof spans over the facility, unifying

ing team successfully completed a

ect’s program manager/architect,

the various elements.

project that is exceeding everyone’s

JBN Industrial Fence Fence Contractor

the facility was designed around

“The CMU design was one of

the recreation center’s courtyard,

the most challenging aspects of

Tumbleweed Recreation Center

which unifies the variety of program-

this project,” said Pierce. Offsetting

was designed as a multifunctional,

matic elements. These elements

the CMU vertically and horizontally

multigenerational facility that appeals

include classrooms, a dance room, a

posed many challenges with con-

to a wide range of community mem-

ceramics room, a senior center, a

necting the steel elements and the

bers. Sara Rathsack, recreation super-

multipurpose room, a teen room

precast concrete planks. The offset

intendent of Tumbleweed Park, City

and a daycare, all located on the

design created up to two-inch verti-

of Chandler, the project’s owner,

ground floor of the facility. “A single

cal and horizontal control issues. In

said it is a “nice, family-friendly facil-

corridor with folding glass walls

order to overcome this challenge,

ity for recreation.” n

unifies the courtyard and interior

the team focused on each and every

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Tempe, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: City of Tempe

Tempe Transportation Center

Type of Project: A new multiuse transportation center Size: 40,000 square feet Cost: $27.4 million (total project cost) Construction Time: June 2006

Tempe is a land-locked city in the midst of the ever expanding Phoenix

- December 2008

metropolitan

The Need: A comprehensive

environmental issues, such as the

transportation center

non-stop construction, expanding

The Challenge: Dealing with the discovery of Native American remains and artifacts on the site

area.

Surrounding

infrastructure, reduced rainfall and heat islands, created the need for the City of Tempe to build the first comprehensive green transportation center. Linking light rail, bus, bike and pedestrian activities, the project showcases how retail and Photo courtesy of Timmerman Photography

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Otak Architect of Record Architekton Design Architect Adolfson & Peterson Construction General Contractor

into a Leadership in Energy and

tion, mitigates heat gain. “The result

of the sustainable strategies were

Environmental Design (LEED®) gold-

is a building that is not only a won-

employed to develop an 80- to 100-

certified municipal building.

derful icon for the community, but

year building that will continue to

Included in the project is a light

also cost efficient and in harmony

save the city money in operations

rail station; a 13-bay bus transit cen-

with our environment,” stated Kane

and maintenance over many years,”

ter; a three-story, 32,000-square-foot

and Richardson.

said Richardson.

multiuse transportation facility; and

“The innovation on the Tempe

According to Tomasson, the great-

a two-acre commuter plaza that fea-

Transportation Center is the overall

est challenge on the project was early

tures a café, a newsstand, a green

aspect of providing a LEED® project

on when Native American remains

materials storefront, a gift shop and

for the city,” said John Tomasson,

and artifacts were discovered on

other pedestrian retail shops. The

senior project manager for Adolfson

the premises. An archaeologist was

Den-Mark Specialty Construction, Inc. Waterproofing Contractors

ground floor of the transportation

& Peterson Construction, the proj-

consulted and the site was carefully

building incorporates transit-orient-

ect’s general contractor. The build-

excavated and all the remains and

Elward Construction Co. Wall Panels

ed retail, a transit ticket office, public

ing incorporates numerous items

artifacts were recovered and returned

XL Fire Protection Fire Protection Contractors

restrooms and a bike station where

that maximize the true intent of

to the local Native Americans. While

people can store, rent and have bikes

a “green building,” including a

this did cause delays, the delays were

repaired. The second floor houses

green roof; a gray water system;

reduced by having the area where

the city transportation offices and a

rainwater harvesting; the use of nat-

the building is located studied and

community/conference room that

ural daylight and views; a recycling

the artifacts removed first. The proj-

can be used for both city meet-

program that includes separate trash

ect was then worked side-by-side as

ings/functions and is available for the

chutes and a multi-chambered trash

both a construction project and an

public to rent. City traffic operations

compactor; and an under-floor duct

archaeological site.

and leasable office spaces are located

system. In addition, the signage,

The Tempe Transportation Center

on the third floor.

ceramic tile, countertops, rubber

links light rail, bus, bike and pedes-

flooring and carpet are all made

trian activities in a complex that fea-

from recycled materials.

tures the first bike station in the state;

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ship has more than one purpose or

Many of the exterior materi-

the first gray water system in Tempe;

function,” said John F. Kane, FAIA,

als were selected to enhance the

the first green Sonoran Desert living

LEED AP of Architekton, the proj-

building’s efficiency, according to

roof on a mixed-use public-private

ect’s design architect, and Bonnie

Tomasson. Examples include the

building in the state; and the first

Richardson, AIA, LEED AP, princi-

fluted masonry that provided shad-

green operational program in the

pal planner/architect, transit for

ing and heat deflection from the

city, including green cleaning and

the City of Tempe. One example

building; the metal paneling sys-

employee education. The building

is the roof, which is a hybrid sys-

tem that also reflects the heat; and

sets the stage for new policy, citizen

tem. The vegetated roof filters storm

the colored insulated glazing system

support and future sustainable build-

water while the light-colored sheet

that insulates the building while also

ings and transportation systems. n

metal, in combination with insula-

allowing natural light to enter. “All

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Gilbert, Arizona

Facts & Figures Owner: Banner Health

Banner Gateway Medical Center

Type of Project: A new medical center Size: 378,966 square feet Cost: $189 million Construction Time: June 2006 - September 2007

Based on the success of the Banner Estrella Medical Center,

The Need: A replacement hospital

which was designed for the East

for a rapidly growing community

Valley of Phoenix, Banner Gateway

The Challenge: Completing work

Medical Center was designed as a

on a tight schedule

“franchise model,” enabling flexibility and growth, fast-tracked delivery

and

regional-specific

influences. Built as a replacement hospital for Mesa Medical Center, which was closed due to an aging building and infrastructure, Banner TEAM MEMBERS

NBBJ Architect

Gateway Medical Center and the “franchise model” concept were uniquely suited for the Gilbert com-

orcutt | winslow Architect

munity, which urgently needed a

McCarthy Building Companies (RC, LLC) General Contractor

population growth.

new hospital to keep up with its The full-service medical center

EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors Civil Engineering/Land Surveying

was built on 62 acres and boasts

TMAD TAYLOR & GAINES MEP Consulting Engineers

a three-level diagnostic and treat-

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165 private patient rooms with gen-

interconnecting hallway or spine.

Material selections were inspired

eral surgery and emergency services

Shaftways and planned locations

by the raw beauty of the Arizona

and was designed to grow with

for future bed towers will allow for

desert, according to Skene. Textured

the community, having the ability

seamless expansion without moving

concrete masonry walls combined

to expand up to 350 private beds.

lobbies or the physical plant,” said

with oxidized COR-TEN® steel shin-

“The hospital has a centralized cir-

Mackenzie Skene, partner at NBBJ,

gles and rich wood paneling pro-

culation system arranged along an

one of the project’s architects.

vide an earthy feel and look. “In the

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canyon we found the inspiration

was built as “paper free,” meaning

in the water; lush vegetation;

all information is input into some

steep, earthy walls; and rough

kind of electrical device. There are

stone,” said Skene. A six-story glass

in excess of 100 software systems,

“waterfall” that lands in a flowing

which record all the patient infor-

water feature greets patients at the

mation into the Electronic Medical

facility’s entry.

Record (EMR).

Several eco-friendly techniques

The most innovative aspect of the

were used in order to help cre-

project was the use of building infor-

ate a healthy, healing environment.

mation modeling (BIM) technology,

These techniques included natural

according to Deidre Booth, director

daylight, great views, sun shading in

of marketing, and Eric Doran, proj-

patient rooms, 100-year sustainable

ect manager for McCarthy Building

materials, cork and rubber flooring,

Companies (RC, LLC), the project’s

and native and drought-tolerant

general contractor. “In its simplest

plantings. Additionally, the facility

form, BIM presents a virtual world

is oriented to reduce solar heat gain

of building systems.” The technol-

and create large areas of shade that

ogy was able to bring the project

offer relief from the harsh sun in the

to life, showing the entire layout in

various outdoor spaces.

a relative scale with a 3-D model,

According to William Walker,

thus making construction more

senior system director of design and

efficient. “Using BIM technology

construction with Banner Health,

increased speed of delivery, reduced

the project’s owner, the most

change orders, and made on-site

unique feature of the facility is that it

labor more productive. This, in

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turn, reduced project costs, shortened the schedules and increased the overall quality,” stated Booth and Doran. The construction schedule posed the greatest challenge on the project, according to Walker, Booth and Doran. The construction team had a relatively short amount of time to get the entire facility up and running. A phased guaranteed maximum price (GMP) contracting method was used, which allowed construction to start while the design was still progressing. In addition, McCarthy pre-purchased the long-lead central plant equipment items, hired design-assist subcontractors and utilized the 3-D BIM Photo courtesy of Frank Ooms

technology, ensuring that the construction schedule was met.

healthcare in the East Valley and

According to Walker, Banner

future buildings, including build-

Before the construction, residents

brings significant economic impacts

Gateway Medical Center was devel-

ing materials; furniture, fixtures and

had to travel several miles for the

and inherently increases the qual-

oped as a template to be used for

equipment (FF&E); and architectural

nearest healthcare facility. “Banner

ity of life in the Gilbert area,” said

all future medical centers and also

design standards. n

Gateway establishes a new era in

Booth and Doran.

became the Banner image for all

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Facts & Figures Owner: Banner Health Type of Project: Expansion and renovation of a hospital Size: 172,076 square feet Cost: $96 million Construction Time: December 2005 - December 2007 The Need: An expansion of

Phoenix, Arizona

Banner Baywood Medical Center Expansion and Renovation Banner Baywood Medical Center

hospital capacity to meet local

(BBMC), which provides a full range

population growth

of clinical and specialty programs,

The Challenge: Carrying out the project while working in and around an active hospital

has recently expanded through construction of a new seven-story bedtower; a new wing to house the imaging department; a three-level, 640-space parking garage; a new materials management building; and extensive renovation of the existing bedtower and several support buildings.

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Westlake Reed Leskosky Architect Layton Construction Company General Contractor Ace Asphalt of Arizona Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance Brothers Masonry Corporation Masonry Contractors

“This recent project is a good example of our dedication to medical excellence,” said Steve Eiss, senior project manager for owner Banner Health. “In recent years, Maricopa County has seen a surge in the population, making it one of the fastest growing areas in the country. By adding this beautiful

Climatec HVAC Systems

tower at BBMC, we are serving the

Sherman Group, Inc. Landscape Architects

Layton CONSTRUCTING WITH INTEGRITY

healthcare needs of the fast growing far East Valley of metropolitan Phoenix and increasing our capacity to make a difference in people’s lives through excellent patient care.” The seven-story bedtower has the capacity for 134 private patient rooms and expanded the hospital’s capacity to 301 beds. The first floor consists of a new main lobby and drop-off area; new patient registration, discharge and other admin-

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istrative offices; a new gift shop;

that had to be implemented to

and remodeled dining, serving and

meet the existing tower floor-to-

food preparation areas. The second

floor heights,” said Eiss. “The exist-

floor includes a 22-bed intensive

ing tower’s mechanical system was

care unit (ICU) and a new cardio-

made up primarily of fan coil units

pulmonary department. The third

on the patient floors, which allowed

floor consists of the new John J.

smaller ductwork and a 12-foot,

Rhodes Rehabilitation Institute. A

10-inch floor-to-floor height. To

26-bed medical/surgical nursing

avoid maintenance concerns, the

unit is located on the fourth and

new tower has a standard single

fifth floors. The sixth and seventh

duct VAV [variable air volume] air

floors provide shell space for a

system fed from AHUs [air handling

future medical-surgical unit.

units].

In order to accommodate

The new wing expanded BBMC’s

the larger ductwork that is associ-

radiology, laboratory, dialysis, phar-

ated with a system of this nature

macy and food services depart-

and keep the floor-to-floor height,

ments, with an additional 44,000

a 12-inch-thick concrete slab sys-

square feet of existing hospital

tem was used. This concrete slab

space being remodeled. A two-

had no beams but instead relied

level, 6,000-square-foot addition

on a five-foot zone of dense rebar

was constructed next to the exist-

around concrete columns, which

ing operating rooms (ORs), creating

rested on corbels.”

additional ORs.

A major challenge for architect

A built-in-place cooling tower

Westlake Reed Leskosky and gen-

was constructed to replace three

eral contractor Layton Construction

existing cooling towers, and 2,500

Company was carrying out the proj-

square feet of new central plant

ect while working in and around an

floor space was inserted into the

active hospital. This required design-

hospital utility plant.

Two new

ing within a tight urban campus

1,750-kilowatt generator sets were

with zoning and parking limitations.

added, two existing generators

The expansion and remodeling of

were refurbished and relocated, and

various departments were phased

three new chillers were installed.

to enable them to operate while the

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Layton Constructing with Integrity

The bedtower design includes a

work was being performed. There

curtain wall glazing system with a

were 15 major phases and 10 minor

floor-to-roof curved glass wall that

phases of the remodeling work.

management for a wide variety of commercial and public clients. Though

offers a view of the mountains.

Cooling towers were replaced while

our home base is in the West, our projects are found throughout the

Carpeted corridors and wood-finish

boilers and generators within the

vinyl flooring give more of a hospi-

facility were fully operational at all

tality feeling. A swing-away chart-

times. There were more than 1,000

ing station consists of a fixed pole

planned shutdowns and impacts to

with two chairs attached by spring

the hospital’s utilities and depart-

mechanisms that allow them to

ments, but hospital functions con-

swing back toward charting stations

tinued without interruption during

when not in use. This keeps cor-

construction.

ridors clear to aid staff and patient

Eiss stated that the construction

flow and prevents a fire code issue

team along with the support of

from occurring. Off site, mock-up

the clinical staff led to a very well-

patient rooms were constructed for

rounded group that made this a

clinical staff to review and com-

special project. “This recent project

ment on.

is a good example of our dedication

“One innovative feature of this building is the structural system

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Reno, Nevada

Owner: Renown Health Type of Project: An expansion to a

Renown Regional Medical Center Tahoe Tower

medical center Size: 515,000 square feet Cost: $275 million (fully equipped) Construction Time: April 2005 - October 2007 The Need: Additional facilities to

As the Reno community has

“The project incorporated the heal-

A collaborative team approach

grown, so has its need for more

ing arts into the design of the build-

ensured the project’s success. “The

quality health care. The new Tahoe

ing,” said Patty Evans, process devel-

joint venture between Sellen and

Tower at Renown Regional Medical

opment administrator for Renown

Clark & Sullivan proved to be an

Center supports the increasing

Health, the project’s owner. “There

excellent partnership for this proj-

needs of Reno by ensuring the medi-

are many amenities that were

ect,” said Evans. “The architect, con-

cal center can continue to provide

designed into the building to ensure

tractor and Renown worked hand

patients with the best possible care.

we are taking care of the whole per-

in hand to stay on schedule and

The 11-story, 515,000-square-

son — not just an illness or injury.”

work through any issues that arose.

foot tower features 240 beds, 47

For example, the accommodations

There were many celebrations along

emergency room (ER) treatment

feel more like a hotel than a hospital,

the way, and the camaraderie was

areas, 17 operating rooms (ORs),

there are quiet family rooms, and

always apparent. We all celebrated

HDR Architect

a central sterile suite in the base-

patient rooms include facilities that

together when we held the grand

ment that supports new and exist-

enable family members to remain

opening.” n

Clark & Sullivan Construction General Contractor (joint venture)

ing ORs, six new entrances to the

with their loved ones.

support the increasing medical needs of the Reno area The Challenge: Ensuring the finished product addresses the needs of the mind, spirit and soul

TEAM MEMBERS

Sellen Construction Co. General Contractor (joint venture)

main entrance), a 64-slice comput-

Advanced Technology Group

erized tomography (CT) scanner,

Future Packaging

and a cardiac cathode laboratory.

Legends Landscaping Landscape Contractors

It also includes a grade-level helicop-

Metal Drywall Systems, Inc. Drywall Contractor

the roof. Its modern infrastructure

RPS - Regional Steel Corporation

was built to meet the requirements

Stylmark, Inc. Architectural Trim

— Marci Grossman

medical center (including the new

ter pad and two helicopter pads on

of the newest state-of-the-art medical technology. Designed with the possibility of future expansion in mind, the tower has a steel momentum frame with glass, a unitized curtain wall system, aluminum metal panels on structural metal stud walls, an exterior insulation finish system (EIFS), corrugated metal panels and a translucent fenestration system. It sits on a 10,000-cubic-yard concrete mat foundation. According to Elena Diaz, business development coordinator for Clark & Sullivan Construction, the

project’s

general

contrac-

tor in a joint venture with Sellen Construction Co., this project should add an additional 60 years to the medical center’s lifespan. The project needed to be about more than just treating a patient’s body — it also had to address the needs of the mind, spirit and soul. Photo courtesy of Vance Fox Photography

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Kyrene Utilities Services Building Applied Research & Development Facility at Northern Arizona University Bioscience High School Global Water Center Tempe Center for the Arts Newport Lofts Thomas & Mack Moot Court Facility at the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV

Carlson Glass, Inc. — A Reflection of Excellence Carlson Glass, Inc. has no marketing goal beyond

Quality above all else

timely installation, which also helped minimize on-site

maintaining its impeccable reputation, which has

Carlson’s access to almost any material on the mar-

issues and create a wonderful end product. Its unique

become synonymous with superb craftsmanship and

ket coupled with its technical expertise in the glazing

delivery of minimizing on-site labor helped move the

an excellent workforce. Ben and Dena Carlson founded

trade allows it to work with the best suppliers. These

process along, and workers used their time extremely

Carlson in 1999, starting out doing small jobs of all

connections help it gain insider knowledge and the

effectively. The team finished ahead of schedule and

types, and today the company is known as being one

privilege to be consulted on each new project. With

achieved the architect’s state-of-the-art vision without

of the best glass and glazing contractors in the state

this education, Carlson is able to decipher the best

extreme spending.

of Arizona, specializing mostly in large commercial

tools for installation and thus, the best material(s) for

Today, the industry is evolving slowly but still

projects. Carlson doesn’t limit its job scope, however,

the job. Whether it’s a special metal system or finding

making strides, mostly due to technology’s impact

and is willing to work on any project that comes its way

the best way to enhance glass performance, the com-

on the field and the speed of communication. Ten

— whether it’s public or private, ground up or tenant

pany has access to and personal relationships with the

years ago, the company had minimal instant com-

interior. If it’s commercial glass, Carlson can install it.

finest in the industry.

munication with field employees and customers, but

But the real success of the company has stemmed from

Carlson is unique in its field, boasting an amaz-

today it can get answers and solve problems almost

the relationships it has formed with customers and the

ing record of getting the job done ahead of time and

instantaneously. Technology is helping shape the

fine artisanship that brings them back job after job.

ordering materials in the preliminary stages of the

industry for the better, and Carlson will continue to

project, ultimately reducing on-the-job labor.

utilize the newest innovations to stay connected to its

As with all projects, there are always unexpected twists and turns that arise, but Carlson faces these head on, and its workers are supportive and available at each step along the way. No problem is presented without more than one

workers and customers.

Utilizing the best tools available to get the job done right

With a no-frills attitude about delivering the best product with the least amount of hassle and creating

solution, and that’s what the company plans to be for any

Bioscience High School was a “great project to be

meaningful bonds with customers, Carlson Glass, Inc.

potential client — a dependable resource that can always

a part of,” Ben Carlson says. The team was brought

has your glass installation and glazing needs covered.

provide multiple resolutions to any glass installation

in during the design stage by the architect and gen-

Thanks to planning, organization and a great crew on

crisis. With one less thing to worry about, Carlson gives

eral contractor, offering both parties numerous options

board, its repeat customers continue to hire Carlson for

its customers the security of knowing it will take care of

and helping keep costs down. From the very start

its superior service and wonderful workers.

their project in the best way possible.

Carlson kept its plans very organized to ensure a

— Corporate Profile

Goodyear Fire Station, Goodyear, Ariz. Carlson worked as a subcontractor to Sundt Construction, undertaking a broad scope of work, unclear architectural documents and long lead times on all materials. Once Carlson was assigned to the project, however, the company worked diligently to order materials, allowing the team to regain lost time, get back on track and make a timely recovery.

JO Combs High School, Queen Creek, Ariz. Subcontracted by DL Withers, this project was a comprehensive mix of storefront, curtain wall and hollow metal glazing, showcasing Carlson’s unique ability to handle a broad scope of work.

Carlson Glass, Inc. 21420 N. 15th Lane, #106 • Phoenix, AZ 85027 • 623.582.4437 • carlsonglassaz@aol.com

Personalized Service for Your Cable Installation Needs Starting out small with steady, managed growth was the philosophy of Mark and Marcy Squires, founders of M & M Systems, LLC, a company that specializes in voice, data and special systems cabling, including both premise and campus environments. Started in 2001 with three employees, M & M Systems is driven as a standards-based installation company and is a licensed contractor in the State of Arizona. The company is also a member of Building Industry Consulting Service International (BICSI), a Global Telecommunications Association, and the company utilizes BICSI-certified technicians. BICSI installers are required to gain continuing education credits to maintain their certifications, which ensures up-to-date knowledge of industry practices. Technicians are also required to have a working knowledge of industry codes and standards. “Whatever it takes” Providing a mission statement that speaks of passion and dedication, founder Marcy Squires says that this mission, “also assures that standards will be followed and quality will not be compromised.” This motto can also extend to the goals and credentials that are cornerstones to Marcy and her employees. Keeping overhead costs down while concurrently providing quality and supplying customers with state-of-the-art service at the

lowest possible prices is what M & M Systems focuses on. The company has the accolades of a big company and can provide exceptional personalized service that only a smaller company has the freedom to offer. The main goal, one the company strives for on every new project, is to meet or beat the proposed price while paying strict attention to quality. On a recent job, the team at M & M Systems was able to come in under the proposed price and pass that savings along to its customers by performing all work during regular business hours, rather than the proposed after-hours work. Saving You Money with Helpful Alternatives Having worked with M & M Systems on “several dozen-plus” projects, client Norm Duve, Information Technology Director at Marc Center of Mesa, Inc., a private nonprofit corporation that provides educational, therapeutic, rehabilitation and social services to children and adults with developmental, physical and mental disabilities, says M & M Systems “has continually offered viable alternatives to planned work that was too expensive.” Through involved strategizing with general contractors at the outset of a large project, M & M Systems has been able to arrive under the quoted price more than once. It was more than six years ago that Marc Center of Mesa, Inc. consulted M & M Systems to offer a bid on installation of some wireless network antennas — that’s when their partnership began, and it

continues to thrive today. “We will be using M & M on several planned projects in the future and all other cabling and connectivity needs,” Duve says. Professional Guarantees for Every Need For Global Water Center in Maricopa, Ariz., the M & M Systems team members provided low-voltage cabling to support the interior voice, data, community antenna television (CATV) and overhead sound systems. They also installed an underground backbone to the adjacent facility to support voice, data and sound reinforcement, using copper and fiberoptic media. In order to finish the project on time and on budget, the team members worked tirelessly with the owner and all other trade workers on site. Their cabling plant supported several other contractors’ efforts in providing a seamless turnkey solution. Tim Klein, co-owner and Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD), designed the overhead sound system for the project. All M & M Systems’ installations are able to provide a certified cable plant guaranteed to support customers’ requirements using standards-based design installations. For Global Water Center, and for all projects during the past seven years, M & M Systems has served customers with scrupulous care and will continue to do so for many years to come. — Corporate Profile

3632 W. Thomas • Suite 1 • Phoenix, AZ 85019 • 602-258-5775 • www.mandmsystems.com City of Phoenix WBE, SBE, DBE

Custom Doors with Personality Still open under the same name it originally adopted more than 50 years ago, Nelson Holland, Inc. provides customers with quality and service. Founded in Arizona in 1956 by Vic Nelson and Cliff Holland, Nelson Holland was initially a business that distributed architectural and custom door hardware. In 1986, the company became employee owned and is still run that way currently. Today, it specializes in security and life safety of doors and openings, and provides clients with the best products and services to meet the demands of an ever changing environment. High-profile projects the company has worked on, such as the Charles Schwab Data Center and the 91st Avenue Waste Water Treatment Plant (WWTP), required a high demand for life safety and security applications. According to Daniel Heinz, Distinguished Architectural Openings Consultant (DAOC), Fellow within the Door and Hardware Institute (FDHI) and President of Nelson Holland, the 91st Avenue WWTP required specialized products to meet environmental concerns as well as the many life safety and security guidelines.

Securing Beauty For its work on Tempe Center for the Arts, however, Nelson Holland had to utilize its technical expertise to the utmost degree. For the project, the company provided the architectural openings — doors, frames and all the mechanical and electrical hardware that goes along with it. Another aspect of the center that was unique was that many of the doors were required to be sound rated and electrically and mechanically operated while maintaining an aesthetic value. The doors had to be designed with sophistication and could not affect performances, but also had to abide by safety codes and meet security needs. The specialized technology that was used on this project required design and engineering to resolve extremely complex opening requirements. Tempe Center for the Arts is a unique entity, unlike most buildings. Hundreds of applications had to be met while still fitting each individual code. This was the biggest hurdle for Nelson Holland. The company also provided custom inlays in many of the doors to add a highly decorative appeal and still stay within ergonomic boundaries. In order to evolve with the ever advancing industry, Nelson Holland continues to evaluate its customers’ needs and furnish the products and expertise necessary to provide solutions to complex applications. In all Nelson Holland projects, simple or complex, it means providing clients with all aspects of a successful project — consulting, design, engineering, installation and service, both during and after construction.

Service Every Step of the Way President of Concord Companies, Inc., Dale A. Marr has worked with Nelson Holland on more than 50 projects, first meeting Heinz through the hard bid process. Most notably, however, he recognized Nelson Holland’s reputation for being service oriented and having skilled knowledge of the industry. After that, Nelson Holland became Concord Companies’ “number one choice for all negotiated contract manager at risk projects,” Marr says. Early on in the process, Nelson Holland has the dexterity and relational skills to work on the door and hardware schedules with the owners and architects, ultimately saving money along the way. “The ability to walk the team through a potentially confusing and expensive scope of work (if not done right) saves the entire project team time and money,” Marr adds. This, in turn, gives clients timely and reliable budget numbers, helping them to deliver “a more complete package” to customers, according to Marr. The exceptional quality that sets Nelson Holland apart is the team’s involvement in each step of the process. When issues arise, they are always there to assist in locating a quick solution. Most importantly, Marr says he admires Heinz’s “teamwork” approach to business, his affability and for “always doing the right thing.” — Corporate Profile

Nelson Holland, Inc. 5330 N. 16th St. • Phoenix, AZ 85016 Phone: 602-264-1841 • Fax: 602-230-0906 www.nelsonholland.com Branch 4677 S. Contractors Way Tucson, AZ 85714 Phone: 520-745-1221

Commercial Plumbing with Years of Expertise Bob and Charlene Williams founded The

objective. Workers also try to ask pertinent ques-

Plumber, Inc. in 1978, initially specializing in

tions the first time around in order to avoid any

plumbing service and repair, and only occa-

misunderstandings or possible complications.

sionally performing new construction. Located

The Plumber works alongside several engi-

in Las Vegas, the company has flourished

neering firms and hand picks them based upon

through 30 years in the business and has

past projects in which they’ve been involved.

built a reputation based on providing excellent

The company also maintains positive relation-

customer service and the quality of its com-

ships with subcontractors, treating them better

pleted work. In 1988, Doug Williams joined The

than they expect to be treated and paying them

Plumber, aiding in the company’s expansion of

immediately upon approval of their billings.

services and today serving as president. Clients are drawn to The Plumber for its com-

Staying on top of changing technology

petitive rates and friendly, professional workers.

In an ever-changing industry, The Plumber is

Furthermore, The Plumber’s listing with Dunn

adamant about keeping up with technological

& Bradstreet gives its clients a clear idea of its

advances and takes pride in its steps toward novel

financial security and good business habits.

plumbing techniques. The company provides

Always keeping lines of communication clear and

these services with the help of computer-aided

open is a way of business for The Plumber.

design, which helps increase its productivity and bottom line. Acknowledging that it does more

Providing the best service every step of the way Excelling in all facets of commercial plumbing

for customers than most of its competitors, The Plumber sees the importance of being more efficient and user friendly.

— from schools to high rises — The Plumber

The industry is “very dynamic,” according to

provides project-specific expertise and offers

president Doug Williams, and workers at the

planning well before the submittal phase. In order

company are constantly arriving at new and inno-

to obtain an understanding of each owner’s goals

vative ways to help customers without forfeiting

for the final product, the company research-

their quality of work. The Plumber’s employee

es projects before attending any construction

base is just as important as its customers,

meetings, paying careful attention to the end

though, and it is consistently looking to find different ways of serving long-standing employees.

Cox Communications, T.I.

The Plumber assisted in the complete design of this project because the engineer was unfamiliar with the codes and building practices.

Bluegreen Resorts

In order to meet codes and hit budget, The Plumber was hired to redesign and install the entire plumbing system.

dilemma where the ceiling space was extremely

Providing real solutions for success The Plumber recently offered its services to

tight, and plumbing, HVAC and lighting installations made its job significantly more difficult.

the University of Nevada, Las Vegas Moot Court,

In the end, Williams says the project was a suc-

providing all plumbing, chilled and heated water

cess because of each team member’s continued

for the HVAC systems; equipment drains; and

steps to focus on problem solving rather than fin-

pump installations. It also worked very closely

ger pointing. But The Plumber’s overall success

with the owner, contractor and design team to go

stems from its close bonds with customers and

over various coordination issues. This collabora-

continued support through each project.

tive effort helped The Plumber work through a

The Plumber, Inc. 59 N. 30th St. • Las Vegas, NV 89101 • www.theplumberinc.com

— Corporate Profile

4840 East Jasmine St., Suite 114 • Mesa, AZ 85205 phone: 480-776-6971 • fax: 480-776-6975 • www.robbinsfloor.com

Custom Flooring for Every Walk of Life

Artistry in Flooring

Providing customers with “feet-on” demonstrations, Robbins Sport Floors covers

For a high-profile project such as Tempe Center for the Arts, Robbins Sport

everything from simple flooring maintenance to brand-new basketball courts — and has

Floors provided the material and installation for the gallery, the sub-floor for the

the experience to prove it. Robbins Sport Floors/Arizona LLC is a subsidiary of Robbins

multipurpose room, and the stage floor for the studio and main stage. The team was

Sports Surfaces, Inc., a world leader in the manufacturing of wood and synthetic flooring.

able to supply the construction and design team with sample flooring to test differences

General Manager Erica Parker and Operations Manager Magnus Johansson bring more

in quality, and was well suited to tackle the job with previous, similar work experience.

than 25 years of combined experience to the company.

The flooring systems had to be structurally sound and capable of supporting not only

Robbins’ objective is to create a total value for customers — not just the glossy appear-

dancers, but heavy objects such as pianos while also ensuring longevity.

ance of a finished product. This includes quality products used in production, the per-

Both Robbins Sport Floors and Robbins Sports Surfaces met with theatrical

formance of the sub-floor system, professional installation and the maintenance/warranty

consultants and architects to ensure they understood the center’s needs. To

programs that accompany the team’s work. Using only top-of-the-line products, Robbins

save money, some adjustments were made in planning and the team members intro-

Sport Floors reaches far beyond its competition, offering premium design, comfort and

duced similar products that allowed them to save money while also producing the quality

performance on all flooring projects. With environmental concerns at an all-time high,

they needed.

the company addresses these issues head on, trying to use as few natural resources as possible while still achieving a superior outcome.

Today, Robbins is able to offer clients maple that is structurally stronger than random-length maple, providing dimensional stability to each system. Engineered maple is also available, designed to conserve raw material without compromising the

Stepping up Service The team ensures satisfaction by working step by step with all decision makers on a project. This includes educating them on the flooring process and assisting in what product would work best for their specific facility.

life expectancy of the wood. Pre-sanded, pre-sealed and pre-finished maple helps minimize dust control and save workers installation time, offering customers a top-quality product right away. No matter what type of flooring system you’re looking for, Robbins Sport Floors

Robbins has learned there are numerous factors that are unaccounted for on all

has a solution that will fit your needs while staying on budget. The company

projects. That’s the main reason the company continues to communicate with clients

extends its experiences to each new venture, contributing to green requirements

throughout the installation process and inform them on various conditions. Flooring

and educating the owner on the floor’s life cycle cost, making sure you’re never standing

is typically the main focus of a facility, which is why Robbins specializes in every detail

on unstable ground.

— from logo design to paint selections. Even when a project is completed, Robbins’ support remains, dedicated to longevity in design and commitment to customers.

— Corporate Profile

Peoria School District — multiple projects

Arizona State University Student Recreation Center

The owner was very invested in the projects and counted on Robbins’ expertise to ensure every part was a success. The Robbins team met with the district’s construction manager each day to walk through the installation with him, reviewing every step of the process. Robbins went through each detail specifically, from the sub-floor to how the floor is sanded and finished.

Seeking a higher performance sports floor, the facility’s selected system did not meet height requirements for its existing conditions. An alternate system was introduced, and Robbins took special precautions altering the system height while maintaining the high performance that the university’s athletes required.

At the Fore of Wood Construction Offering a Team Approach and Complete Involvement in Each Project Known under several different names in the past,

encounter. “The actual fabrication of these glulams

The Structures Group Southwest, Inc. of today prides

was like nothing we have ever done before. Our

itself on innovation and cost analysis in structural design.

workers drilled approximately 30 holes in each

The company was started more than 50 years ago,

glulam column, which had to line up perfectly with

beginning in California under the moniker Berkeley

another column to form a double column at each

Plywood. There, it developed a revolutionary new method

location,” Santini says.

for framing roofs on industrial and commercial build-

Unique to its industry, the team always has a structural

ings. This was originally known as the Berkeley Panelized

engineer on staff to provide problem-solving techniques

System and became the foundation for large wood roof

when issues arise. However, the company mainly sets

structures throughout the West Coast.

itself apart due to its focus on details and quality of

After several name changes that eventually

construction. This reputation isn’t easily earned, though,

led to the birth of The Structures Group, the company

and the team continually searches for opportunities to

has continued to build a reputation that hasn’t

save clients money, even if that means more work.

faltered throughout the years. Neal Vandenburgh is CEO of the company and was previously the CEO of

A Past of Workmanship and Glowing Reviews

Simpson Structures. Brian Vandenburgh became president of The Structures Group after working for the company

A long history in woodworking has also allowed the

as a carpenter. In 1994, he earned his engineering

company to grow in timber construction. Using the latest

degree and registration as a professional structural

wood technology, high-profile wood structures can be

engineer before returning to the company.

erected, and exceptional challenges in construction design can be managed with ease.

Attention to Detail and Cutting Costs

During the past 30 years, The Structures Group has worked with general contractor Sun State Builders.

With an exceptional knowledge of structural

Working on approximately 600 jobs together,

engineering, the team is able to look at different systems

Sun State admires The Structures Group for its

and provide cost and strength options at the concep-

masterful foresight. The company is involved in

tual phase of design. For the Applied Research and

many of Sun State’s projects, and is able to

Development Facility at Northern Arizona University,

recognize possible construction and design hurdles

The Structures Group had to bend its normal practices in

well before they actually occur. This type of acute

order to meet Leadership in Energy and Environmental

preparation is what makes The Structures Group a

Design (LEED ) standards. With an expertise primar-

standout company — dedicated to timeliness and

ily in structural roof framing, wood panelized roof sys-

staying within budget.

tems and structural steel roof systems, this project was unique for the company on many different levels. According to Joe Santini, sales engineer at The

Kurt Sullivan, vice president of the Douglas Allred Company, worked with The Structures Group on a structurally

unprecedented

building.

According

Structures Group, the company’s main focus — and one

to Sullivan, “the company took the lead on all issues

of its biggest challenges — was creating the columns

concerning the project and coordinated various work

and beams that would welcome visitors, students and

components in a ‘general contractor’ mode,” rather

academics to the facility. “The glulam columns and

than simply carrying out its own specific area of work.

beams

were

not

simple

industrial-grade

Just as The Structures Group builds relationships

beams — they were tapered at one end and beveled at

with its clients, it does the same with its suppliers. After

the other and had an architectural appearance,” he says.

a half-century in the industry, the team has assembled

With no model to refer to, this was a novel task for

a top-notch group of suppliers that provides it with

the project team and critical in setting an aesthetic

only the finest products for the job.

standard, since it would be the first thing people would

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Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd. 2965 S. Jones Blvd., Ste. C Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-940-0000 fax: 702-940-0001 info@bwaltd.com www.bwaltd.com

Deutsch Architecture Group 4600 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-840-2929 fax: 602-840-6646 tcarr@2929.com www.2929.com

Company’s Specialties: Full-service architectural firm specializing in casino resort design

Company’s Specialties: Architecture, project management, planning, interior design and sustainable design

Client References: • Caesars Palace Augustus Tower and Octavius Tower • Fontainebleau Casino Resort • L’auberge du Lac Hotel & Casino • Trump International Hotel & Tower • The Signature at MGM Grand

Client References: • Chandler Heights Community Center & Police Precinct • Global Water Administrative Headquarters • Tempe Kyrene Administrative Complex • City of Chandler Fire Station 10 • Wildlife World Zoo Aquarium

KS Design, an Affiliate of KlingStubbins, Inc. 3110 S. Rainbow Blvd., Ste. 104 Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-227-5983 fax: 702-227-5986 cballard@klingstubbins.com www.klingstubbins.com Company’s Specialties: Architecture and design for hospitality, entertainment and retail including master planning and interior design Client References: • Loews Hotels • Crocus International, Moscow, Russia • Station Casinos, Inc. • Marriott Renaissance Hotels & Resorts • Las Vegas Sands Corporation

Layton CONSTRUCTING WITH INTEGRITY

Kitchell 1707 E. Highland, #200 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-222-5300 fax: 602-263-8591 sshenfeld@kitchell.com www.kitchell.com Company’s Specialties: A diversified firm offering a wide variety of construction-related services Client References: • American Campus Communities • DMB Associates • Gila River Indian Community • Phoenix Children’s Hospital • Westcor

Layton Construction Company of Arizona 4686 E. Van Buren, Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85008 602-840-8655 fax: 602-840-8646 cbergstrom@laytoncompanies.com www.laytonconstruction.com Company’s Specialties: Construction management, design-build, hospitality, municipal, retail, health care, renovation Client References: • Maricopa County Courts Complex • Marriott Desert Ridge Ballroom • Marriott Canyon Villas • Suncor Palm Valley Warehouse • Yuma County Detention Facility

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TNT Construction, Inc. 9595 Prototype Ct. Reno, NV 89521 775-852-9400 fax: 775-852-9494 lee@tntconst.com www.tntconst.com Company’s Specialties: Proven track record, consistently delivering superior-quality, full-site commercial construction, tilt-up buildings, parking structures, casino remodels and restorations, restaurants, retail facilities and banks, on time and within budget Client References: • Black Oak Casino Parking Garage Tuolumne Economic Development Authority • Terrible Rail City Casino • Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Operations • University of Nevada Parking Garage • St. Rose of Lima Catholic Church

Company’s Specialties: Acoustical, fire protection, mechanical, electrical engineering and low-voltage systems

Company’s Specialties: Stylmark is a leading manufacturer of aluminum components and lighting products for commercial environments.

Company’s Specialties: Design-build parking structures, formwork, concrete place and finish Client References: • Station Casinos Parking Structures • Red Rock East & West • Fiesta Station • Perini Building Company • Penta Building Group

Client References: • Renown Regional Medical Center • Residences at MGM Grand • Spa at the Palms

Civil Engineers

Cast-in-place Concrete Contractors

Client References: • Mills B. Lane Justice Center • Hilton San Diego Convention Center Hotel • San Manuel Indian Bingo Casino • Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino • McCarran International Airport

Bomel Construction Company, Inc. 3911 W. Quail Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-798-1660 fax: 702-798-1665 8195 E. Kaiser Blvd. Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 714-921-1660 fax: 714-921-1943 bhicks@bomelconstruction.com www.bomelconstruction.com

Stylmark, Inc. 6536 Main St. NE P.O. Box 32008 Minneapolis, MN 55432 877-866-3037 fax: 763-574-1415 info@stylmark.com www.stylmark.com

EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors 2150-1 S. Country Club Dr., #22 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-503-2250 fax: 480-503-2258 info@epsgroupinc.com www.epsgroupinc.com Company’s Specialties: Civil engineering, land development, land planning, field and legal survey

Aviation Consultants

Architectural Trim

Acoustical Engineers

JBA Consulting Engineers 5155 W. Patrick Ln., Ste. 100 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-362-9200 fax: 702-362-9862 mschwob@jbace.com www.jbace.com

Williams Aviation Consultants, Inc. 8490 S. Power Rd., #105-181 Gilbert, AZ 85297 480-987-7823 fax: 480-987-7824 williams.aviation@wacaz.com www.williamsaviationconsultants.com Company’s Specialties: Near-airport construction analysis, FAA hazard resolution, airport noise compatibility Client References: • Pulte Homes • 3W Companies • City of Tempe, AZ • City of Highland, CA • STGG Holding Co., LLC

KPFF Consulting Engineers 2800 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1010 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-264-1010 fax: 602-285-1010 kratliff@kpff.com www.kpff.com Company’s Specialties: Civil engineering and structural engineering

Client References: • Banner Medical Center Project • National Gypsum Plant, Eloy, AZ • San Tan Motorplex • Pima Commerce Center • Chandler Business Park

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Company’s Specialties: Commercial retail sites, site work design including off-site infrastructure

M & M Systems, LLC 3632 W. Thomas, Ste. 1 Phoenix, AZ 85019 602-258-5775 fax: 602-257-2308 marcy@mandmsystems.com www.mandmsystems.com Company’s Specialties: Voice, data and special systems cabling

Consulting Engineers cont.

Client References: • Chandler Fashion Center • San Tan Village • Flatiron Crossing • Biltmore Fashion Park • Flagstaff Mall

Energy Systems Design, Inc. 4747 N. 22nd St., Ste. 300 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-957-8333 fax: 602-954-6393 carole.roberts@esdaz.com www.esdaz.com Company’s Specialties: Mechanical, plumbing and electrical engineering design specializing in educational, commercial, hotel/condo and central plant design Client References: • Academic/Laboratory Buildings at ASU Polytechnic Campus • Life Sciences Building at Glendale Community College • Wells Fargo Data Center • The Princess Hotel and Resort Expansion • Senior Resource Group Retirement Village

WSP Flack + Kurtz 385 Pilot Rd., Ste. D Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-897-8181 fax: 702-914-6966 john.covington@sf.fk.com www.flackandkurtz.com

Lucchesi Galati 500 Pilot Rd., Ste. A Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-263-7111 fax: 702-263-8111 cgalati@lgainc.com www.lgainc.com

Taylor RyMar Corporation 60 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Ste. 1010 Tempe, AZ 85281 480-951-0517 fax: 480-951-2353 rtaylor@tr-corp.com www.tr-corp.com

Company’s Specialties: Mechanical, electrical, fire protection, telecommunications, sustainable, life safety, lighting, commissioning

Company’s Specialties: Consulting-based architecture, sociology and sustainability to nurture organizations, society and the environment

Company’s Specialties: Mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection engineering and design services

Client References: • WPH Architecture • Tate Snyder Kimsey • Kirkor Urban Solutions • Glen Smith & Glen Development • Bergman, Walls & Associates, LTD

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Val-Tec, Inc. 1661 E. Camelback Rd., #178 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-265-6417 fax: 602-234-3606 civileng@val-tec.com

Communications Contractors

Civil Engineers cont.

Val-Tec, Inc.

Client References: • R&R Partners • Las Vegas Valley Water District • Clark County Public Works • City of North Las Vegas • Roman Catholic Diocese of Las Vegas

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Entrada International Wood Products 1236 W. Southern Ave., #103 Tempe, AZ 85282 480-921-0447 fax: 480-894-2033 sheila@entradawoods.com www.entradawoods.com

Nelson Holland, Inc. 5330 N. 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-264-1841 fax: 602-230-0906 dheinz@nelsonholland.com www.nelsonholland.com Company’s Specialties: Specializing in security and life safety of doors and entryways

Company’s Specialties: Distinctive, high-quality custom wood doors, flooring and furniture

JFK Electrical Contracting Enterprises Inc. 1439 W. San Angelo St. Gilbert, AZ 85233 480-926-3500 fax: 480-926-3504 jkrecek@jfkelectric.com www.jfkelectric.com

Helix Electric 3078 E. Sunset Rd., Ste. 9 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702-732-1188 fax: 702-699-5743 kmccain@helixelectric.com www.helixelectric.com Company’s Specialties: Helix Electric is a full-spectrum electrical subcontracting company serving the entire country. Client References: • Juhl Condominiums • Greenspun College of Urban Affairs • Galleria Mall • Las Vegas Springs Preserve • Henderson City Hall

Electrical Engineers

Electrical Contractors cont.

Client References: • Laughlin Ranch Clubhouse • Cimarron Hills Golf Clubhouse • Boot Ranch Golf Clubhouse • Seven Canyons Villas-Sedona • Talking Rock Golf Compound

Electrical Contractors

Doors/Frames/Hardware

N E L S O N HOLLAND

Hawkins Design Group Inc. 2152 S. Vineyard Ave., #107 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-813-9000 fax: 480-813-9001 clint@hawkinsdg.com

OMB Electric Engineers, Inc. 501 S. 48th St., #114 Tempe, AZ 85281 480-966-6266 fax: 480-966-6276 azmail@ombengrs.com www.ombengrs.com

Company’s Specialties: Commercial, tenant improvement, multifamily residential and auto dealership design Client References: • Patrick Hayes Architects • DFD-Cornoyer Hedrick • John Mahoney Architects • Safari Drive Condominiums • Rome Towers

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Company’s Specialties: Sport flooring installation — wood or synthetic; maintenance for wood flooring — repairs, sand and finish, screen and recoats

Company’s Specialties: Installation of commercial/industrial epoxy flooring and custom terrazzo flooring

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Carlson Glass, Inc. 21420 N. 15th Ln., #106 Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-582-4427 carlsonglassaz@aol.com Company’s Specialties: Glass and glazing contractor specializing primarily in large commercial work but willing to work on any project

Client References: • Pima Community College • Symphony Hall • Red Mesa High School • Clements Recreation Center • Peoria Unified School District

Landscape Architects

Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance

Client References: • Mayo Hospital/Clinic • eBay • Harley-Davidson • Sprouts Farmers Market • University of Phoenix Stadium

Ace Asphalt of Arizona, Inc. 3030 S. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-243-4100 fax: 602-243-3768 4030 E. Michigan Tucson, AZ 85714 520-747-7700 fax: 520-747-7481 info@aceasphalt.com www.aceasphalt.com

Robbins Sport Floors/Arizona LLC 4840 E. Jasmine St., # 114 Mesa, AZ 85205 480-776-6971 fax: 480-776-6975 info@robbinsfloor.com www.robbinsfloor.com

Glass & Glazing

Flooring

Epoxy Flooring/Terrazzo

Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) 2031 W. Lone Cactus Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-780-4570 fax: 623-780-4544 pschlink@acriepoxy.com www.acriepoxy.com

Attanasio Landscape Architecture, APC 7945 W. Sahara Ave., Ste. 208 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702-255-7160 fax: 702-255-7169 chrisa@ala-lv.com www.ala-lv.com

Company’s Specialties: The largest private grading, paving and pavement maintenance company in the state of Arizona

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NUVIS 3151 Airway Ave., Ste. J-3 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-529-1639 fax: 714-754-7346 lforde@nuvis.net www.nuvis.net Company’s Specialties: Landscape architecture solutions for residential/mixed-use communities, transportation and urban spaces Client References: • Christopher Homes • The Molasky Group of Companies • Southern Highlands Development Corporation • Castle & Cooke • Shapell Homes

Company’s Specialties: Landscape architecture, urban design, land use planning and community design

JBA Consulting Engineers 5155 W. Patrick Ln., Ste. 100 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-362-9200 fax: 702-362-9862 mschwob@jbace.com www.jbace.com Company’s Specialties: Acoustical, fire protection, mechanical, electrical engineering and low-voltage systems Client References: • Mills B. Lane Justice Center • Hilton San Diego Convention Center Hotel • San Manuel Indian Bingo Casino • Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino • McCarran International Airport

Moving Architecture/Interactive Features

Client References: • Banner Medical Center Project • National Gypsum Plant, Eloy, AZ • San Tan Motorplex • Pima Commerce Center • Chandler Business Park

Mechanical Engineers

MEP Consulting Engineers

Company’s Specialties: TMAD TAYLOR & GAINES is a mechanical, electrical, structural and civil consulting engineering firm established n 1955 with offices in Pasadena, Ontario, San Diego, Anaheim, Thousand Oaks and Oakland, Calif., and Phoenix, Ariz.

Triton Chandelier, Inc. 1221 E. Warner Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 714-957-9600 fax: 714-957-9601 rcooley@tritonchandelier.com www.tritonchandelier.com Company’s Specialties: Custom lighting manufacturing

Company’s Specialties: Civil engineering, land development, land planning, field and legal survey

Client References: • Arizona Cardinals • Arizona State University • City of Phoenix Downtown Entertainment District • Gila River Indian Community • Barry Goldwater Memorial Park

TMAD TAYLOR & GAINES 1550 E. Missouri, Ste. 100 Phoenix AZ 85020 602-371-1333 fax: 602-371-0675 www.tmadtg.com

EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors 2150-1 S. Country Club Dr., #22 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-503-2250 fax: 480-503-2258 info@epsgroupinc.com www.epsgroupinc.com

Lighting

Land Surveying

Landscape Architects cont.

Urban Earth Design, LLC 4837 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-285-0214 fax: 602-285-9855 mdollin@urbanearthdesign.com www.urbanearthdesign.com

Realisations.net 7275 Saint-Urbain St., Ste. 400 Montreal, PQ, Canada H2R 2Y5 514-842-3057 fax: 514-842-4757 info@realisations.net www.realisations.net

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Company’s Specialties: Full commercial construction: tenant improvements, schools, pump stations, design-build

Company’s Specialties: Excels in all aspects of commercial plumbing

Client References: • City of Tempe • Starwood Properties • Toll Brothers Inc. • The W Hotel • McCarthy

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Pools & Spas

Company’s Specialties: Custom pools and spas of every description

Bradford Products 710 Sunnyvale Dr. Wilmington, NC 28412 910-791-2202/800-GET-1-NOW fax: 910-791-0566 info@bradfordproducts.com www.bradfordproducts.com Company’s Specialties: Design, engineer, manufacture and install commercial stainless steel aquatic vessels

Client References: • Thomas & Mack Moot Court Facility at the William S. Boyd School of Law at UNLV • Metropolis Lofts and Flats • Luna di Lusso (Tower C & D) • BlueGreen Timeshare • Wingate Inn

Client References: • D.L. Withers Construction • Adolfson & Peterson Construction • Howard S. Wright Constructors • Walsh Group/Archer Western • Jackson Dean Construction

California Pools & Spas 1660 S. Alma School Rd., #122 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-345-0005 fax: 480-756-7088 wpowers@calpool.com www.calpool.com

Pools & Spas

The Plumber Inc. 59 N. 30th St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702-734-8805 fax: 702-388-2982 doug@theplumberinc.com www.the plumberinc.com

Client References: • Palms Casino • Wynn Casino • Bellagio Casino • Mandalay Bay • Palazzo Hotel

Signs

Plumbing Contractors

Masseur Plumbing, Inc 2011 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ 85281 480-350-9202 fax: 480-350-9252 joemasseur@masseurplumbing.com www.masseurplumbing.com

The Structures Group Southwest, Inc. 5601 W. Van Buren Phoenix, AZ 85043 602-269-2458 800-270-2372 brian@structuresgroup.com www.structuresgroup.com Company’s Specialties: The Structures Group does many different types of projects, including all wood, steel beams and wood purlins, steel beams and steel purlins, and all steel.

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Sign Language Inc. 7465 E. Cannon Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-991-5590 fax: 480-991-7302 sldesigner@cox.net www.signlanguageaz.com Company’s Specialties: Design-build of comprehensive sign programs for all project types Client References: • Pulte Homes/Del Webb • Arizona State University • DMB Associates • Sunbelt Holdings • Cyburt Hall

Structural Engineers

Cary Kopczynski & Company, Inc. P.S. 10500 N.E. 8th St., Ste. 800 Bellevue, WA 98004 425-455-2144 fax: 425-455-2091 info@ckcps.com www.ckcps.com Company’s Specialties: Structural engineering of major buildings and parking structures

KPFF Consulting Engineers 2800 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1010 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-264-1010 fax: 602-285-1010 kratliff@kpff.com www.kpff.com

Schneider & Associates Structural Engineers 1700 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Ste. 109 Tucson, AZ 85719 520-512-8183 fax: 520-512-8169 rschneider@sastructural.com www.sastructural.com

Company’s Specialties: Civil engineering and structural engineering

Theater Consulting

Client References: • Hayden Ferry Lakeside • Escala • The Cosmopolitan • Bellevue Place Hyatt Expansion • WorldMark by Trendwest

Riske & Associates, Inc. 2452 S. Colleen Mesa, AZ 85210 480-507-5800 fax: 480-497-3810 marc@riskeassociates.com www.riskeassociates.com Company’s Specialties: Program development, economic feasibility, acoustics, lighting, rigging, audio systems and training Client References: • NTD Stichler Architects • Liberty High School • Kellis High School • Vista Grande High School

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SUBCONTRACTORS

TEAM MEMBERS

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SUPPLIERS

•

VENDORS

American Steel Corporation — Superior Steel Fabrication and Steel Erection Based in Apache Junction, Ariz.,

has progressed into a mid-sized steel

American Steel Corporation special-

fabricator and erecting company,

izes in steel fabrication and steel erec-

specializing in intricate, highly com-

tion. This dynamic company handles

plex projects with sophisticated geo-

everything from small, basic steel fabri-

metric structures and everything in

cation and erection jobs to large, elabo-

between. Throughout the past eight

rate projects. Serving as a one-stop

years, through immeasurable dedi-

shop for general contractors, American

cation and hard work, Williamson

Steel Corporation can provide steel

and his team of professionals have

fabrication and erection services for

grown American Steel Corporation

practically any conventional steel and

into a very successful and continually

pre-engineered building structures.

maturing company.

American Steel Corporation was

American Steel Corporation can

founded by its current President Tim

handle practically any steel fabrication

Williamson in 2001. “Early on, the

and erection job, no matter how large

Although American Steel Corpora-

projects were small and uncomplicat-

or small. The company has the abil-

tion offers exceptional steel fabrica-

Construction Inc. (AISC) category

ed, involving fabrication only,” says

ity to work on anything from a retail

tion and erection services, what truly

2 requirements; is certified with the

Williamson. However, the company

stand-alone building to a 2,500-ton

makes the company stand out from the

City of Phoenix, Ariz., and Clark

high school steel project or a major

competition is its unsurpassed team

County, Nev.; and is Mine Safety &

office complex endeavor.

of professionals. “We exude a can-do

Health

The company also has a pre-engi-

attitude in everything we do,” says

certified. Plus, the American Steel

neered steel building division, called

Jeff Gundlach, Business Development

Corporation staff includes a certi-

Picacho Development. Through this

for American Steel Corporation. “We

fied weld inspector (CWI) with

division, American Steel Corporation

are constantly improving, growing and

International Conference of Building

represents some of the finest pre-

excelling. We separate ourselves from

Officials

engineered manufacturers. As a result,

the competition by taking pride in our

inspector certifications. Additionally,

the company can also provide pre-

overall quality, attention to every detail

Dunn & Bradstreet and Entrepreneur

engineered buildings, such as aircraft

and our diversity of product offerings.”

magazine

hangars, self-storage facilities, ware-

American Steel Corporation taps

Corporation on their prestigious

houses and much more. Plus, American

into its acute attention to detail and

“Hot 100 list” for three years in a

Steel Corporation also includes a

careful planning skills at every step of

row. As part of this list, American

light-duty steel bridge division as one

the way throughout the overall project

Steel Corporation was recognized as

of the most qualified steel bridge

timeline. “Oftentimes, with our exten-

one of the fastest growing companies

fabricators/erectors in Arizona.

sive experience, qualifications and inno-

in America.

all

American

Institute

Administration

(ICBO)

listed

Steel

(MSHA)

special

American

steel

Steel

“Our greatest expertise comes from

vative approach, we can recommend

“By staying focused on our goals,

hands-on experience in a multitude of

many value engineering alternatives

our core beliefs and the needs of

varying project types,” says Williamson.

to our customers,” says Joe Georges,

our customers, we remain committed

American Steel Corporation has lent

General Manager for American Steel

to providing the best possible product

its expertise to an array of different fab-

Corporation. “In doing so, we dra-

for a lifetime of mutual growth, while

rication and erection projects, includ-

matically maximize project timeliness,

maintaining the highest standards of

ing grocery stores, high schools and

budgets and unforeseen delays, as we

quality,” says Williamson. “In the end,

elementary schools, major stand-alone

are proactively working as a team.”

the difference is in the details — this

retail stores and centers, hospitals, auto

American Steel Corporation has

dealerships, state/city municipal build-

received

various

highly

regarded

ings, banks, and restaurants.

qualifications. The company meets

is what will always differentiate us from the competition.” — Corporate Profile

9th in the Nation for Glass Contracting

Acoustical Engineers

Whether your project is glass skywalk extending beyond the rim of the Grand Canyon, a replacement on the 73rd floor of a high-rise development in the heart of your city, our mindset is one of passion and exuberance. From the conceptual design through the final completion, our clients appreciate having the Giroux Advantage.

JBA Consulting Engineers Michael A. Schwob, PE, Director of Acoustics 5155 W. Patrick Ln., Ste. 100 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-362-9200 fax: 702-362-9862 mschwob@jbace.com www.jbace.com

Architects Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd. Jane S. Lee, Director of Marketing/ Business Development 2965 S. Jones Blvd., Ste. C Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-940-0000 fax: 702-940-0001 info@bwaltd.com www.bwaltd.com Deutsch Architecture Group Tammy Carr 4600 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-840-2929 fax: 602-840-6646 tcarr@2929.com www.2929.com

Architectural Metals Giroux Glass, Inc. Anne-Merelie Murrell 850 W. Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 213-747-7406 fax: 213-747-8778 amurrell@girouxglass.com

Architectural Trim Stylmark, Inc. Chris Munn, West Coast Account Manager 6536 Main St. NE P.O. Box 32008 Minneapolis, MN 55316 877-866-3037 fax: 763-574-1415 info@stylmark.com www.stylmark.com

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KS Design, an Affiliate of KlingStubbins, Inc. Mark Zwagerman, AIA, LEED AP, Principal Constance Ballard, Director of Marketing 3110 S. Rainbow Blvd., Ste. 104 Las Vegas, NV 89146 702-227-5983 fax: 702-227-5986 cballard@klingstubbins.com www.klingstubbins.com

Architectural Millwork/ Casework/Woodwork

850 W. Washington Blvd. Ste. 200 Los Angeles, CA 90015 Phone: 213.747.7406 Fax: 213.747.8778 Contractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License #630124-C17

7145 Post Road Las Vegas, NV 89113 Phone: 702.889.0660 Fax: 702.889.0330 Contractorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s License #0044805-C8

shop for products that are good for you and good for the environment

Desert Millwork Inc. Randy Heller 1702 W. Roosevelt St. Phoenix, AZ 85007 602-258-7517 fax: 602-258-7518 desertmill@aol.com

Aviation Consultants Williams Aviation Consultants, Inc. George Williams 8490 S. Power Rd., #105-181 Gilbert, AZ 85297 480-987-7823 fax: 480-987-7824 williams.aviation@wacaz.com www.williamsaviationconsultants.com

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Cast-in-place Concrete Contractors

Carpentry Contractors Rowland Luxury Homes Chas Sinquefeld 8324 E. Hartford Dr. #125 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-477-8353/480-477-8359 fax: 480-477-8358 chas@rowlandluxuryhomes.com www.rowlandluxuryhomes.com

Bomel Construction Company, Inc. Brian Hicks 3911 W. Quail Ave. Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-798-1660 fax: 702-798-1665 8195 E. Kaiser Blvd. Anaheim Hills, CA 92808 714-921-1660 fax: 714-921-1943 bhicks@bomelconstruction.com www.bomelconstruction.com

Carpet & Tile Contractors Builders Choice Carpet One Tricia Lewis 7785 E. Hwy. 69 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928-772-6310 fax: 928-772-9331 info@rugdlr.com www.rugdlr.com

Spectra Contract Flooring Vince Lester 5325 S. Kyrene Rd., Ste. 101 Tempe, AZ 85283 480-366-8690 fax: 480-491-2015 vince.lester@spectracf.com www.spectracf.com

Ceramic & Marble Contractors Pettyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Tile Co., Inc. James M. Petty, President 5602 W. Bethany Home Rd. Glendale, AZ 85301 623-931-3751 fax: 623-931-0896 info@pettys-tile.com www.pettys-tile.com

Civil Engineers EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors Kate Malloy, Office Manager/Marketing Coordinator 2150-1 S. Country Club Dr., #22 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-503-2250 fax: 480-503-2258 info@epsgroupinc.com www.epsgroupinc.com

KPFF Consulting Engineers Brian B. Raji, PE, SE 2800 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1010 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-264-1010 fax: 602-285-1010 kratliff@kpff.com www.kpff.com Val-Tec, Inc. Charles G. Nixon, President 1661 E. Camelback Rd. # 178 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-265-6417 fax: 602-234-3606 civileng@val-tec.com

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Commercial Carpentry/ Roof Structures Pisani Construction, LLC John Pisani 3126 E. Iris St. Mesa, AZ 85213 480-924-9876 fax: 480-218-7896 pisaniconstruct@yahoo.com

Communications Contractors M & M Systems, LLC Marcy Squires 3632 W. Thomas, Ste. 1 Phoenix, AZ 85019 602-258-5775 fax: 602-257-2308 marcy@mandmsystems.com www.mandmsystems.com

Concrete Construction J.F. Ellis Corporation Ken Miller 842 E. Isabella Ave., Ste. 101 Mesa, AZ 85204 480-507-0182 fax: 480-507-0211 kenmiller@jfellis.com

Construction Managers/General Contractors Kitchell Seth Shenfeld 1707 E. Highland, #200 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-222-5300 fax: 602-263-8591 sshenfeld@kitchell.com www.kitchell.com

Spring Valley Construction Company Whitney Gunn 10950 Alder Cr. Dallas, TX 75238 214-340-9800/214-882-6916 fax: 214-340-9100 wgunn@svcc.biz www.svcc.biz

Layton Construction Company of Arizona Craig Bergstrom 4686 E. Van Buren, Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85008 602-840-8655 fax: 602-840-8646 cbergstrom@laytoncompanies.com www.laytonconstruction.com

TNT Construction, Inc. Le Arnold 9595 Prototype Ct. Reno, NV 89521 775-852-9400 fax: 775-852-9494 lee@tntconst.com www.tntconst.com

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Energy Systems Design, Inc. Carole Roberts 4747 N. 22nd St., Ste. 300 Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-957-8333 fax: 602-954-6393 carole.roberts@esdaz.com www.esdaz.com

Taylor RyMar Corporation Rod Taylor, President 60 E. Rio Salado Pkwy., Ste. 1010 Tempe, AZ 85281 480-951-0517 fax: 480-951-2353 rtaylor@tr-corp.com www.tr-corp.com

Lucchesi Galati Craig Galati, AIA 500 Pilot Rd., Ste. A Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-263-7111 fax: 702-263-8111 cgalati@lgainc.com www.lgainc.com

WSP Flack + Kurtz John V. Covington, Senior Marketing Coordinator 385 Pilot Rd., Ste. D Las Vegas, NV 89119 702-897-8181 fax: 702-914-6966 john.covington@sf.fk.com www.flackandkurtz.com

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Commercial Carpentry Hybrid and Wood Panelized Roof Structures

Pisani

Construction LLC 3126 E. Iris St. • Mesa, AZ 85213

480-924-9876

The J.F. Ellis Corporation is a General Contractor and Concrete Contractor. 25 years in business, in the state of Arizona, we specialize in: • Cast in place, structural and hardscape concrete. • Industrial and commercial contracting Our dedicated staff takes pride in the work we do.

842 E. Isabella • Ste 101 • Mesa, AZ 85204 Ph 480-507-0182 • Fax 480-507-0211

Demolition Contractors BSC Enterprises, Inc Jim Middleton 1275 W. Houston Ave. Gilbert, AZ 85233-1810 480-633-8300 fax: 480-633-8309 info@bcsdemo.com www.bcsdemo.com

Doors/Frames/Hardware Creative Door & Moulding Jim Prichard/Tim J. Copeland 1565 Glendale Ave., Unit F Sparks, NV 89431 775-331-5333 fax: 775-331-5999 creativedoor@sbcglobal.net (see display ad p. 138)

Nelson Holland, Inc. Daniel J. Heinz 5330 N. 16th St. Phoenix, AZ 85016 602-264-1841 fax: 602-230-0906 dheinz@nelsonholland.com www.nelsonholland.com

Entrada International Wood Products Sheila Martin 1236 W. Southern Ave., #103 Tempe, AZ 85282 480-921-0447 fax: 480-894-2033 sheila@entradawoods.com www.entradawoods.com

Schuck and Sons Construction Company 8205 N. 67th Ave. Glendale, AZ 85302 623-931-3674 fax: 623-915-2677

Nana Wall Systems Alison Blume 707 Redwood Hwy. Mill Valley, CA 94941 800-873-5673 ext. 208 fax: 415-383-0312 alismb@nanawall.com www.nanawall.com (see display ad p. 138)

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Drywall Contractors Aspen Construction, Inc. Steve Roy 2317 E. Lone Cactus Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85024 602-942-7879 fax: 602-375-3127 steve@aspendrywall.com www.aspendrywall.com L&R Integrity Lee Mullis 2010 Haren Dr. Henderson, NV 89011 702-558-4623 fax: 702-558-8461 lee@landrintegrity.com www.landrintegrity.com (see display ad p. 140)

Complete Line of Residential & Commercial Doors

Metal Drywall Systems, Inc. John Pezzi P.O. Box 19868 Reno, NV 89511 775-856-4244 fax: 775-856-3825 mdsi1@sbcglobal.net

775.331.5333

Fax

775.331.5999

creativedoor@sbcglobal.net • • • • • • • •

Metal Frames & Doors Custom Doors Fire Rated Doors & Frames Prehung Doors Fiberglass Doors Retro-Fit Doors Wood Doors Steel Insulated

• • • • • • • •

Residential Hardware Architectural Hardware Toilet Partitions Bathroom Accessories Mouldings Custom Millwork Columns Bi-Folds

1565 Glendale, Unit F • Sparks, Nevada 89431

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Lighting Up The City

which earned platinum certification through the U.S

More than 20 years ago, Gary Shekhter founded

Green Building Council’s Leadership in Energy and

Helix Electric, Inc. in San Diego, Calif., looking

Environmental Design (LEED®) program and was

to push the electrical contractor into a specialized

awarded several acclaimed honors.

business niche and provide customers with specific expertise and services. In 1995, when Helix Electric

Experience Through Illumination

opened a branch in Las Vegas, the company as a

Efficiency is a priority for workers at Helix, and

division had $15 million worth in projects. Among its

depending upon when they enter a project, employees

work were the Levi Strauss facility and the Galleria

are on site to work and give their assistance for the

Mall in Henderson, Nev. By 2001, the company suc-

long haul. They also work closely with project manag-

cessfully spun off, forming a sister company, Helix

ers by analyzing how electrical work would fit into

Electric of Nevada, LLC, founded by Victor Fuchs,

their buildings in the most proficient and economical

current president and also former executive vice

way, making sure these techniques fit each building’s

president of Helix Electric from 1995 to 2001. As a

function. On a project level, workers coordinate and

non-union contractor, Fuchs and company were able

work alongside all other trades involved, ensuring their

to work on marketing their services and developing

drawings are done with minimal interference and in the

a clientele base within the Southwest, and more spe-

most effective way possible.

cifically, in Las Vegas. Since 1995, their volume has

In Las Vegas, the company is the main source for

grown astronomically, today reaching $125 million

electrical contracting; it has more than 600 compe-

in annual revenue.

tent electricians, not including engineers and other

Since Helix Electric of Nevada’s inception, the

staff members. With the manpower to deliver quality

company has become a major force and one of the

service coupled with years of experience, no other

most recognizable non-union electric companies in

non-union company has even come close to offering

Nevada. Working from the beginning stages of a

the resources and employee base of Helix.

project and maintaining a staff of 10 in-house engi-

For the newly constructed luxury residential con-

neers who perform in-house services make Helix an

dominiums, Newport Lofts in Las Vegas, Helix per-

accomplished and unique company. Not only does it

formed all electrical installations. This includes electri-

build a budget and uphold it until the project’s final

cal and low-voltage work, such as data, communica-

In the past couple of years, high rises have

stages, but it also assists with drawings so the budget

tions and security. From conceptual design to the last

become a major development, not succumbing to

is kept intact, ensuring plans are conceptualized

few details, the team was involved with the general

housing market troubles and becoming a new form

before any work gets started.

contractor, architect and owner, helping move installa-

of residential living. In Nevada, there are a good deal

Outside Fashion Show Mall in Nevada, the compa-

tion along and ease the project through its many transi-

of public sectors and because of clients who work on

ny has done work on every major mall in Las Vegas.

tions. The company’s long history in residential high

condominium projects, Helix is looking to pick up

It specializes in mixed-use projects, large malls and,

rises allowed all the work to be done ahead of schedule

jobs on public, industrial and retail sites.

of course, high-rise hotels and buildings. With ample

and under budget. Fresh ideas were gained from each

The goal for Fuchs and his employees is to provide

work time and experience in different arenas, the

new project, propelling workers during development

a quality product at a fair market price and ensure cus-

staff is specialized in electrical information and has

and helping them with future endeavors. Conflicts and

tomers are happy with the outcome, from top to bottom.

the know-how to make every project it encounters

issues that would normally arise during large operations

Since the majority of clients have been coming back

a success. Most recently, the company worked on a

were avoided during the construction of the lofts due to

to Helix for all their electrical work again and again,

highly notable complex in Nevada called the Desert

the straightforward technical work and familiarity that

they’re evidently achieving beyond expectations.

Living Center at the Las Vegas Spring Preserve,

Helix’s workers brought to the project.

— Corporate Profile

3078 East Sunset Rd., Ste. 9 • Las Vegas, NV 89120 • p. 702-732-1188 • f. 702.732.4386 • www.helixelectric.com

Integrity:

Earthwork & Paving Blount Contracting Inc. Randy Blount 820 N. 111th St. Mesa, AZ 85207 480-985-2112 fax: 480-985-7727 www.blountcontractingaz.com

Electrical Contractors Echo Canyon Electric, Inc. Debbie Sullivan 11430 N. Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-331-3045 debbie@eceinc.org (see display ad p. 141) Helix Electric Robyn Nesbit 3078 E. Sunset Rd., Ste. 9 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702-732-1188 fax: 702-732-4386 rnesbit@helixelectric.com www.helixelectric.com (see corporate profile p. 139) JFK Electrical Contracting Enterprises Inc. John Krecek 1439 W. San Angelo St. Gilbert, AZ 85233 480-926-3500 fax: 480-926-3504 jkrecek@jfkelectric.com www.jfkelectric.com

Kuhl’s Electric, Inc. Kurt Kuhl 1907 W. Parkside Ln., Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85027 602-324-8100 fax: 602-324-8101 kurtkuhl@kuhlselectric.com www.kuhlselectric.com Nelson Electric Co., Inc. Lloyd Nelson 1410 Freeport Blvd. Sparks, NV 89431 775-358-0643 fax: 775-358-0674 www.nelsonelectric.net (see display ad p. 141) RMJ Electrical Contractors, Inc. Rodney M. Jarrell, President 22425 N. 18th Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-434-5700 fax: 623-434-5701 rodney.jarrell@rmjelect.com www.rmjelect.com (see display ad p. 141)

It’s in everything we do.

INEGRITY

Drywall & Paint

2010 Haren Drive Henderson, NV 89011 P 702.558.4623 F 702.558.8461 www.landrintegrity.com

Electrical Engineers Hawkins Design Group Inc. Clint Rapier 2152 S. Vineyard Ave., #107 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-813-9000 fax: 480-813-9001 clint@hawkinsdg.com

Elevators Jaz Elevator Products, Inc. Steve Mullins 5611 S. 24th St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-393-1504 fax: 602-393-1540 info@jazelevator.com www.jazelevator.com

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OMB Electrical Engineers, Inc. Douglas Payne 501 S. 48th St., #114 Tempe, AZ, 85281 480-966-6266 fax: 480-966-6276 azmail@ombengrs.com www.ombengrs.com

The Grading and Paving Specialists

Epoxy Flooring Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Pete Schlink, President 2031 W. Lone Cactus Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-780-4570 fax: 623-780-4544 pschlink@acriepoxy.com www.acriepoxy.com

820 N 111th St office (480) 985-2112 Mesa, AZ 85207-3224 fax (480) 985-7727 www.blountcontractingaz.com

Northern Nevada’s Leading Electrical Company for Commercial, Residential and Industrial Electric Services.

We would like to thank UNR and The Penta Building Group,

UNR Student Union

for allowing us to be part of this exciting campus addition project.

SERVICES OFFERED BY NELSON ELECTRIC

11430 North Cave Creek Rd. Phoenix, Arizona 85020

(602) 331-3045

Design Build - New Construction and Remodel

Industrial - New Construction & Remodel

Commercial - New Construction & Remodel

Residential -N ew Construction, Remodel & Trouble Calls Systems - Fire and Security Alarm, Temperature Control, Data, Sound, Telephone, Door Access, CCTV Systems and Temperature HVAC Controls.

Testing - Infrared Scanning, High Pot Testing, Ground Meggar Testing, and Voltage and Amperage Chart Recording.

Lic. No. L-11 073762, A-17 097761 & C-11 068165

“Building Quality Projects in Arizona Since 1984”

Nelson Electric Co., Inc. 1410 Freeport Blvd. • Sparks, NV 89431 (775) 358-0643 • (775) 358-0674 fax NV License 016697 CA License 322768

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Fire Protection Contractors XL Fire Protection E. David Ziemke 261 Sunpac Ave. Henderson, NV 89011 702-558-9990 fax: 702-558-9991 davez@xlfireprotection.com www.xlfireprotection.com

“All types of fire protection systems” Seasoned professionals committed to the success of every project we do Our fleet of service vehicles is available 24/7 for service, repair, testing and inspections In house design and fabrication. Contact Dave Ziemke (702) 558-9990 XL Fire Protection 261 Sunpac Ave. Henderson, Nevada 89011

Flooring Builders Choice Carpet One Tricia Lewis 7785 E. Hwy. 69 Prescott Valley, AZ 86314 928-772-6310 fax: 928-772-9331 info@rugdlr.com www.rugdlr.com

Robbins Sport Floors/Arizona LLC 4840 E. Jasmine St., # 114 Mesa, AZ 85205 480-776-6971 fax: 480-776-6975 info@robbinsfloor.com www.robbinsfloor.com

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Construction, Inc.

• All Commercial General Contracting • Structural Concrete

5070 South Arville, Suite 12 • Las Vegas • Nevada 89118 Tel: (702) 248-1181 • Fax: (702) 248-1141 General & Managing Contractors Lic. NV 38402 & 40023 142

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Robert M. Thorniley, President

General & Managing Contractors Image Construction, Inc. Robert Thorniley 5070 S. Arville, Ste. 12 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-248-1181 fax: 702-248-1141 (see display ad p. 142)

Geotechnical Engineers Joseph A. Cesare and Associates Scott M Heiny, PE 106 Cassia Way Henderson, NV 89014 702-564-3331 fax: 702-564-8542 sheiny@jacesare.com www.jacesare.com

Grading, Paving & Pavement Maintenance Ace Asphalt of Arizona, Inc. 3030 S. 7th St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-243-4100 fax: 602-243-3768 4030 E. Michigan Tucson, AZ 85714 520-747-7700 fax: 520-747-7481 info@aceasphalt.com www.aceasphalt.com (see corporate profile p. 144-145)

Glass & Glazing Carlson Glass, Inc. Ben Carlson 21420 N. 15th Ln., #106 Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-582-4437 carlsonglassaz@aol.com

Giroux Glass, Inc. Anne-Merelie Murrell 850 W. Washington Blvd. Los Angeles, CA 90015 213-747-7406 fax: 213-747-8778 amurrell@girouxglass.com (see display ad p. 134)

HVAC Systems Climatec 10802 N. 23rd. Ave. Phoenix AZ 85029 602-944-3330 fax: 602-944-4759 info@climatec.com www.climatec.com

R.T. Brown Mechanical, Inc. Robert T. Brown 3113 N. Norfolk Mesa, AZ 85215 480-964-3807 fax: 480-964-6936 pat@rtbrownmech.com www.rtbrownmech.com (see display ad p. 146)

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Reliable. Responsive. Results. History

needs of customers and employees, Ace Asphalt of

moved John Drexler to Phoenix, Ariz., in 1981, and

At the heart of any success story is the unshak-

Arizona, Inc. continues to expand on that dream.

Ace Asphalt of Arizona was formed.

able dream of one person determined to make his

“Coming from Germany with little formal edu-

Today, with nearly 500 employees, Ace Asphalt of

or her mark on the world. For John Drexler, that

cation, I had a major challenge reading blueprints,

Arizona paves or resurfaces more than 180 million

mark started in 1966 as a one-man parking lot

writing proposals and repairing equipment,” says

square feet per year, and is setting the standard in

striping business in Butler, Wis. Today, his dream

John Drexler. “I had to speak to businessmen in

the asphalt construction industry for quality cus-

is embodied in the largest private grading, paving

broken English — because I was teaching myself

tomer service. “When we first moved to Arizona, the

and pavement maintenance company in the state

the language — about a job or bid for striping

competition operated very casually in responding to

of Arizona. Built on innovation, determination,

their parking lots. I would get so flustered when a

customers’ needs, not to mention the lack of focus

strong work ethic, and a sincere concern for the

potential customer would say, ‘I don’t know what

on repeat business,” says Tim Drexler, President/CEO

you want.’ At times I would excuse myself, go

of Ace Asphalt of Arizona and son of the founder.

outside, collect my composure, go back in and try

“We felt that a company that provided a high level

again until I would succeed in my efforts.”

of customer service could be very successful. It was

And succeed he did. In 1970, John Drexler expand-

a good opportunity for a company like ours that

ed his company’s services to include seal coating and

had an aggressive approach to business backed by a

shortly thereafter added paving and asphalt repair.

Midwestern work ethic.”

By 1980, his business became one of the largest of its kind in the Midwest, with annual sales of $1.5

Capabilities

million. But it was his desire to work year round that

Ace Asphalt of Arizona is a time-tested expert on the construction and maintenance of commercial and industrial parking lots. With in-house civil engineering services, its New Construction Division is able to provide efficient and timely bidding to its general contracting customers. Proposals are produced using the latest technology in AutoCAD (computer-aided design) and AGTEK software, allowing them to be

completed quickly and accurately, while freeing up

ects statewide, from hospitals to retail outlets, high

facilities allow Ace Asphalt of Arizona to produce

Ace Asphalt of Arizona’s project managers to focus

schools to distribution centers, and even transportation

formulas specifically designed to meet individual

their time on value engineering design ideas that

facilities. Some of the more prominent projects include

customer requirements. “Not every parking lot dete-

save clients time and money. Different than most

Phoenix International Raceway, Cabela’s, Westgate

riorates at the same rate,” says Tim Drexler. “After

subcontractors, Ace Asphalt of Arizona believes that

City Center, Ford-Volvo Proving Grounds, Renaissance

studying the weathering effects of the Arizona cli-

project managers should not only oversee the produc-

Industrial Center, Surprise Public Safety Building,

mate on pavement surfaces throughout the years, no

tion of clients’ projects, but also that they should be

Mountain Vista Medical Center, Tartesso Elementary

other seal coating product met our high standards;

responsible for all aspects of a client’s experience.

School, and Desert Diamond Hotel & Casino.

so we developed our own. Since seal coat is such

From proposal to punch list, clients have one person

The company has also earned a solid reputation

an important preservation agent, it is imperative to

to contact throughout their project.

as being a reliable authority on the renovation

provide the right product.”

Ace Asphalt of Arizona has such a well known

and preservation of existing parking lots and other

name in the industry, sometimes new clients entering

paved surfaces. With teams based in Phoenix and

Tradition

Arizona do not know how large of a scope of work

Tucson, Ariz., its Maintenance Division works with

By providing the highest level of quality con-

Ace Asphalt of Arizona can perform. “Based on our

customers statewide to assess pavement areas and

struction services backed by experience, custom products and innovation, Ace Asphalt of Arizona

name, many people do not associate our company

recommend unique preventive maintenance plans

with earthwork and grading, despite it being one of

tailored to the client’s specific needs. And for those

has earned its mark as the industry leader in Arizona

our strongest and most reputable lines of business,”

properties that require more advanced mainte-

with a commitment to reliability, responsiveness

says Tim Drexler. “Our ability to come in on the front

nance solutions, such as removal and replace-

and results. These are the values that John Drexler

end and prepare the site for vertical construction,

ment, Ace Asphalt of Arizona’s Heavy Maintenance

instilled into his one-man business 42 years ago,

coupled with our finishing touches on newly paved

Division has the construction skills and background

and that legacy continues with his son and the rest

parking areas, makes Ace [Asphalt of Arizona] a valu-

to ensure proper equipment and materials are used

of the Ace Asphalt of Arizona team.

able partner throughout the life of a project.”

to get the job done right. The innovative institution lives on at Ace Asphalt

Notable Projects

of Arizona through its product development. As the

Ace Asphalt of Arizona has collaborated throughout

developer and exclusive supplier of SunGuard A.E.®

the years on a variety of new construction proj-

seal coating products, its on-site manufacturing

— Corporate Profile

Heavy Construction Services Rummel Construction, Inc. Robert Layne, Chief Estimator 7520 E. Adobe Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-222-9922 fax: 480-222-9923 rumco@rummelconstruction.com www.rummelconstruction.com

Insulation & Closets Preston Insulation & The Great Little Closet Co. Florence L. Bramlett 602 E. 24th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 520-623-5423 fax: 520-798-1054 piinc1@prestoninsulation.mtntel.net www.prestoninsulation.com

HVAC For • Condos, Apts., Townhomes • New tract & custom homes • Change outs of existing

Interior Design Urban Design Studio, LLC Tina Enard 645 Plumas St. Reno, NV 89509 775-425-3248 fax: 775-324-4428 www.urbandesignstudionv.com

www.rtbrownmech.com 3113 N. Norfolk • Mesa, AZ. 85215 Phone: (480) 964-3807 Fax: 480-964-6936

7520 E. Adobe Drive Scottsdale, AZ 85255

Safe Production in Heavy Construction Construction Management, Earthwork, Paving & Related Services for Commercial, Residential, Industrial, & Public Works Markets. For Residential Commercial Public Ph: 480-222-9922 Fax: 480-222-9923 146

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Landscape Architects Attanasio Landscape Architecture, APC Chris Attanasio, President 7945 W. Sahara Ave., Ste. 208 Las Vegas, NV 89117 702-255-7160 fax: 702-255-7169 chrisa@ala-lv.com www.ala-lv .com Desert Adaptive Landscape Architecture LLC Dave Rosenberg 1900 W. Chandler Blvd., #15-362 Chandler, AZ 85224 602-369-1597 fax: 480-272-6436 desertadaptive@cox.net NUVIS Linda Forde, Senior Associate 3151 Airway Ave., Ste. J-3 Costa Mesa, CA 92626 714-529-1639 fax: 714-754-7346 lforde@nuvis.net www.nuvis.net

Sherman Group, Inc. Jeff Sherman, President 8837 N. Central Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-216-2022 fax: 602-216-2772 jsherman@sherman-group.com www.sherman-group.com Urban Earth Design, LLC Michael Dollin, RLA, ASLA, Principal 4837 E. Indian School Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85018 602-285-0214 fax: 602-285-9855 mdollin@urbanearthdesign.com www.urbanearthdesign.com

Landscape Contractors Legends Landscaping Kasia Schuhmacher 324 S. 18th St. Sparks, NV 89431 775-829-2468 fax: 775-359-1390 info@legendslandscaping.com www.legendslandscaping.com

Landscape Design European Pavers Southwest, Inc. Kim Miller 2302 E. Magnolia, Ste. E Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-253-5242 fax: 602-797-0147 kmiller@epswi.com www.epswi.com (see display ad p. 148)

ValleyCrest Landscape Development 2926 E. Illini St. Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-243-1700 fax: 602-243-1847 stitus@valleycrest.com www.valleycrest.com (see display ad p. 148)

Land Surveying EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors Kate Malloy, Office Manager/Marketing Coordinator 2150-1 S. Country Club Dr., #22 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-503-2250 fax: 480-503-2258 info@epsgroupinc.com www.epsgroupinc.com

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ago. Today, McCarty Ariz.-based companyDomes six years specializes ago. Today, in the McCarty design,

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cial/residential residential project project in indowntown downtownSanta Santa Barbara,

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cial, institutional livery of dome products and high-end for commercial, residential clients. institutional

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was and on time and [thewent domes] wentfine. together fine. time [the domes] together Everything

design. fine,had and neverThe hadbuildany thing fit Everything fine, and wefit never anyweissues.

Everything went smoothly.” went smoothly.”

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to add a dome a structure. easiest part add a dome to atostructure. “It “It waswas thethe easiest part of

Bruce Ottolini, Ottolini, Principal for Ottolini & Bruce Principal for Ottolini & Associ-

of the job,” Arnoldadds. adds.“Normally, “Normally, itit would would have have the job,” Arnold

Associates Architects, Inc., worked with McCarty ates Architects, Inc., worked with McCarty Domes

putting theofcherry the top of an ice cream cone.” on the top an iceon cream cone.” Don Romano, Project Manager for Don Romano,Construction Construction Project Manager

been an 18-month 18-month I would recommend been an job.job. I would recommend [Mc-

Domes in the design of Center 102 Town El in the design of 102 Town in El Center Dorado in Hills,

general contractor Hallmark for general contractor HallmarkConstruction, Construction, was was

[McCarty Domes] to anyone. wasa avery very practical practical Carty Domes] to anyone. It It was

DoradoinHills, Calif. 2006. The unique three-story Calif., 2006. Theinunique three-story office and

among those those responsible responsible for among for “topping” “topping” 102 102 Town Town

way to way to go.” go.”

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Center. “It “It was Center. was aa pleasure pleasure toto work work with withMcCarty McCarty

Don Howard, Howard, former former Owner of the Don Owner of the Palm Palm Desert, Desert,

concept of anEuropean 1850s-eratown European center, feaan 1850s-era center,town featured a large

Domes and and Gerald Gerald McCarty,” Domes McCarty,” Romano Romano says. says. “He “He

Calif.-based finished the the last last job Calif.-based Cherokee Cherokee Homes, Homes, finished job

tured at a large dome atapex the exterior apex of corner. an Ldome the exterior of an Lshaped

made sure made sure we we had had everything everything inin order. order.The The dome dome

of his of his career career at at the the Desert Desert Springs Springs Church Church in in 2006. 2006.

shaped corner. you like do something like “Whenever you“Whenever do something this, basically

came out, came out, was was assembled, assembled, and and went went together together asas

He topped topped off off the the project, project, and and his his career, career, with He with three three

this, basically [McCarty Domes is] building [the [McCarty Domes is] building [the dome] in Arizona

planned. There were no leaks, everyone planned. There were no leaks, everyone was was happy, happy,

McCarty domes. domes.“I“Iordered ordered three domes McCarty three domes from from [Mc-

dome] in Arizona andbuilding you’re over buildingHills,” in El and you’re over here in here El Dorado

and it it looks looks wonderful.” and wonderful.”

[McCarty Domes] and came they came out really great,” Carty Domes] and they out really great,” says

Dorado Hills,”“The says concern Ottolini.is“The is does says Ottolini. doesconcern the [dome] fit

says Howard. company’s] performance Howard. “[The “[The company’s] performance was on

the [dome] when gets here, in addition to the when it gets fit here, in it addition to the design. Every-

— Corporate Profile — Corporate Profile

Lighting Triton Chandelier, Inc. Rick Cooley, President 1221 E. Warner Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92705 714-957-9600 fax: 714-957-9601 rcooley@tritonchandelier.com www.tritonchandelier.com

Manufacturers McCarty Domes, Inc. Gerald McCarty, MS 1802 W. Grant Rd., Ste. 110 Tucson, AZ 85745 520-407-9000 fax: 520-207-7588 jerry@mccartydomes.com www.roofdomes.com (see corporate profile p. 150-151)

MEP Consulting Engineers TMAD TAYLOR & GAINES 1550 E. Missouri, Ste. 100 Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-371-1333 fax: 602-371-0675 www.tmadtg.com

Masonry Contractors Akowski Masonry Inc. Ivan Akowski 1731 W. Jagged Rock Tucson, AZ 85704 520-888-0797 fax: 520-229-1946 masonryinaz@aol.com Brothers Masonry Corporation Greg Jonovich 3621 E. Superior Ave., # 101 Phoenix, AZ 85040 602-954-9500 fax: 602-954-6258 gjonovich@brothersmasonry.com www.brothersmasonry.com Canyon State Masonry Sean Sessa 12336 W. Butler, Ste. 400 El Mirage, AZ 85335 623-516-0406 fax: 623-516-0478 ssessa@csm-az.com www.canyonstatemasonry.com (see corporate profile p. 154-155)

Clone Stone Manufacturing, Inc. John Fee 11140 N. 136th Ave. Surprise, AZ 85379 623-487-8867 fax: 623-487-8852 john@clonestone.com www.clonestone.com Frazier Masonry Corporation Mike Frazier 400 W. Ventura Blvd., Ste. 200 Camarillo, CA 93010 805-437-7130 fax: 805-437-7140 info@fraziermasonry.com www.fraziermasonry.com (see display ad p. 149) Ron Hanlon Masonry Ronnie Hanlon 3545 N. Nellis Blvd., Ste. 1 Las Vegas, NV 89115 702-871-0127 fax: 702-871-7113 ronniehanlon@aol.com

Ron Hanlon Masonry 3545 N Nellis Blvd., Ste. 1 Las Vegas, NV 89115

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Mechanical Contractors RHP Mechanical Systems 1008 E. 4th St. P.O. Box 2957 Reno, NV 89512 775-322-9434 fax: 775-322-9228 info@rhpinc.net www.rhpinc.net

Mechanical Engineers JBA Consulting Engineers Michael A. Schwob, PE, Director of Acoustics 5155 W. Patrick Ln., Ste. 100 Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-362-9200 fax: 702-362-9862 mschwob@jbace.com www.jbace.com

C.O. Boyer Metal Co., Inc. Emy Tice 1160 W. Kaibab Ln. Flagstaff, AZ 86001 928-779-4543 fax: 928-779-5574 etice@boyermetal.com info@boyermetal.com www.boyermetal.com

Metal Deck Erection AV Decking Inc. 5115 N. Dysart Rd., Ste. 202 #607 Litchfield Park, AZ 85340 623-935-0307 fax: 623-882-9206 avdeckinginc@msn.com

*Service Northern Arizona since 1951 *Energy Star Partner *LEED Project Experience Commercial & Residential *Mechanical Contractor *Custom Metal Fabrication *24-hour Service

1160 W. Kaibab Ln. Flagstaff, AZ 86001

928-779-4543 www.boyermetal.com

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12336 W. Butler, Ste. 400 El Mirage, AZ 85335 623-516-0406 www.canyonstatemasonry.com

Much like a great sculptor gains notoriety as his stonework withstands time and circumstance, businesses that deliver quality products on time, regardless of environmental conditions or manmade challenges, provide their mettle. These companies have carefully crafted their reputations and are built to last. One such company is Canyon State Masonry, Inc. “I’ve been in the business my whole life. My dad was a general contractor,” says Sean Sessa, president of Canyon State Masonry. “I split off from him and started on my own. I’ve been doing it ever since.” With a history in masonry construction — working with his family and running his own company in California — Sessa says he picked up his father’s share of the Arizona business in 1996 and hit the ground running with projects already on the books. That included work at Blue Ridge High School in Pinetop working with general contractor Joe E. Woods, Inc. “It was a fairly large addition. We were building the new gymnasiums, classrooms and masonry walls for the new buildings,” Sessa says. “People saw how we performed on that job, and we ended up going down the street and doing a brand-new gymnasium for the Whiteriver Apache tribe.” Soon after, Canyon State Masonry began work on even more complicated jobs, including the construction of the Sandra Day O’Connor U.S. Courthouse complex in downtown Phoenix. Canyon State’s work at the nine-story commercial office

building clearly gave potential clients, and peers, a good look at the firm’s capabilities. The masonry scope included work on every floor, from office spaces to the holding cells to underground shooting ranges for Federal Marshals. Some of the building’s shafts were 140 feet high. The $1.5 million job for Canyon State began in June 1998 and ended in January 1999. “We did all the masonry work, which included a lot of glazed-tile masonry, and it was a high-profile job. There was so much exposure down there. I think that job was really the job that put us in the spotlight, so to speak,” adds Sessa.

When time is of the essence Canyon State has experience in all aspects of commercial masonry construction from structural masonry to brick and stone veneers. But what sets it apart from the competition is the ability to deliver expertise and quality workmanship, especially when time is a factor. The company brought those impressive skills to work on the new public safety facility in Surprise. “The building shell was 8-inch and 12-inch structural masonry,” says Adam Waltho, an estimator and project manager with Canyon State. “The building’s facade was a combination of split and sawn travertine stone veneer. “One of the unique aspects was the compressed schedule for the project,” he continues. “When construction began, the stone material had not been selected. We went through the

better part of two months locating alternative stone veneers for the architect that meshed with their vision for the exterior elevations of the building.” To ensure the success of the finished product, Canyon State flew the architect and owner’s representatives to quarries in northern Arizona and New Mexico in search of stone that met the size, color, texture and finish for veneer design. Despite the delays caused by stone selection, the project’s schedule remained unchanged. “One of the things I’m most proud of is that we delivered the project on time,” says Waltho. “We made up the difference with efficient use of manpower and critical thinking skills. Our goal was to plan ahead with our material orders and develop an efficient, repeatable installation process.” What made this process so daunting was that Canyon State was treading new ground on the job. The 10-inch by 48-inch stones with 12-inch return corners proved challenging — and unprecedented. “The manufacturer hadn’t ever produced a stone this size before,” Waltho recalls. “There wasn’t any historic data to go by. We developed our own system to make sure the travertine was installed correctly. Our guys manned up, and I’m pretty proud of that.”

Client satisfaction is the highest priority According to Waltho, it really all comes back to doing whatever is necessary to please the customer. “If your goal is to

just beat your budget, you’ll always be fighting a losing battle against unforeseen circumstances that are going to put you in the hole. However, if the goal is always centered on making sure that your customer says, ‘well done,’ at the end of the job, then good things will flow out of that,” he says. “Sean is always saying that this business is based on a long-term commitment to our customers. This isn’t a one-night stand. It’s a relationship, making sure after we’re done with your project you’ll still say the job was done right 18 months later.” Sessa clearly states his philosophy of total customer satisfaction. “I want my customers to be happy. I want my customers to be impressed by the speed and quality of our workforce, and we’re not happy unless we accomplish both,” he says. “We’re not always known for being the low-price guy, but when we come on a job, we bring a small army of skilled tradesmen and we’ll knock it out. “Masonry is usually a critical aspect of any project schedule. Until the masonry gets done, very few other trades can get started,” he continues. “If I can come in, give you a quality finished product and build your building 30 to 40 percent faster than the next guy, you’ve picked up three months of general conditions that you don’t have to pay. You’re going to be able to get your client into that building and everyone is going to be making money quicker.” — Corporate Profile

Moving Architecture/ Interactive Features Réalisations.net Roger Parent, President 7275 Saint-Urbain St., Ste. 400 Montreal, PQ, Canada H2R 2Y5 514-842-3057 fax: 514-842-4757 info@realisations.net www.realisations.net

Outdoor Sport Surfaces Renner Sports Surfaces Thomas Josephs, President 775 Canosa Ct. Denver, CO 80204 303-825-3435 fax: 303-825-3439 tjosephs@rennersports.com www.rennersports.com

Painting & Wallcovering Contractors Aspen Interiors, Inc. Ned Wright 2317 E. Lone Cactus Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85024 602-896-9802 fax: 602-375-3127 ned@aspeninterior.com www.aspeninterior.com

M.L. Riddle Painting Inc. Mike Riddle 2901 W. Fairmount Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85017 602-277-3461 fax: 602-266-8470 mikeriddle@riddlepainting.com www.mlriddlepainting.com

MlRiddle Painting, Inc.

When people look at a finished project, they see the paint job. We have the skills and the expertise to accomplish any coating project. • Painting • Wallcovering • Special Coatings • Sandblasting • Service Oriented License # 084296 • Bonded & Insured

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Pavers Accent Paving, Inc. John G. Somerville P.O. Box 7494 Cave Creek, AZ 85327 602-996-9150 fax: 480-595-2391 accentpavinginc@aol.com www.accentpavinginc.com

Plumbing Contractors Masseur Plumbing, Inc. Joe Masseur 2011 E. Apache Blvd. Tempe, AZ 85281 480-350-9202 fax: 480-350-9252 joemasseur@masseurplumbing.com www.masseurplumbing.com

The Plumber Inc. Doug Williams 59 N. 30th St. Las Vegas, NV 89101 702-734-8805 fax: 702-388-2982 doug@theplumberinc.com www.theplumberinc.com

Pools & Spas Bradford Products Mike Brodeur 710 Sunnyvale Dr. Wilmington, NC 28412 910-791-2202/800-GET-1-NOW fax: 910-791-0566 info@bradfordproducts.com www.bradfordproducts.com

Spas by RenĂŠe RenĂŠe Gibbs 6280 S. Pecos Rd., #600 Las Vegas, NV 89120 702-458-8862 fax: 702-458-2315 spasbyrenee@aol.com www.spasbyreneelv.com

Rebar Fabrication & Installation Pacific Coast Steel, Inc. 8350 Eastgate Rd. Henderson, NV 89015 702-589-4000 fax: 702-589-4100 info@pcsgp.com www.pcsgp.com

Roofing Contractors The Structures Group Southwest, Inc. Brian Vanderberg 5601 W. Van Buren Phoenix, AZ 85043 602-269-2458 800-270-2372 brian@structuresgroup.com www.structuresgroup.com

California Pools & Spas Paul Tipton 1660 S. Alma School Rd., #122 Mesa, AZ 85210 480-345-0005 fax: 480-756-7088 wpowers@calpool.com www.calpool.com

Program/Project Managers ABACUS Project Management George Seevers, Business Development 3030 N. Central Ave., Ste. #1207 Phoenix, AZ 85012 602-265-6870 fax: 602-265-9360 gseevers@phoenix-abacus.com www.abacuspm.com

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Segmental Pavers European Pavers Southwest, Inc. Kim Miller 2302 E. Magnolia, Ste. E Phoenix, AZ 85034 602-253-5242 fax: 602-797-0147 kmiller@epswi.com www.epswi.com (see display ad p. 148)

We strive to be the best in our industry and take pride in going the extra mile for our customers to deliver their projects on time with exceptional quality construction. Established in 1992, Pacific Coast Steel has evolved into one of the largest and most capable reinforcing steel contractors in the United States. PCS is capable of servicing your reinforcing and structural steel needs. We specialize in the fabrication and installation of reinforcing steel and post-tensioned products for projects including design/build, high rise construction, heavy engineering, civil, and public agency works of improvement. With the acquisition of Century Steel, Inc & Century Reinforcing, Inc. in 2008 we have expanded our capabilities to include structural steel in our Nevada, Utah & New Mexico markets.

8350 Eastgate Road Henderson, NV 89015 t. 702-589-4000 f. 702-589-4100

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Signs Sign Language Inc. Alan Welner 7465 E. Cannon Dr. Scottsdale, AZ 85258 480-991-5590 fax: 480-991-7302 sldesigner@cox.net www.signlanguageaz.com

Solid Surface Contractors Nevada Stone & Tile, Inc Van Holland 6595 Schuster St., Ste. C Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-443-3000 fax: 702-443-3020 nstinc@embarqmail.com

Specialty Contractors Network Infrastructure Corporation Sommer Biddison 1131 W. Warner Rd., Ste. 111 Tempe, AZ 85284 480-850-5050 fax: 480-850-5051 sbiddison@nicweb.com www.nicweb.com

NIC

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A prime Integrator for Education, Government, Hospitality and Gaming customers providing: Professional Services • Design • Consulting • Project Planning and Management • Testing and documentation Integration Services • Unified Communications/IP Telephony • Gigabit • Email/Fax solutions • Firewall/Network Security • Virtual Private Networks (VPN) • Data Backup/Recovery Physical Security Services • Web-enabled and analogue CCTV Cameras • Secured Entry Systems • Remote Monitoring and administration

Over 20 years of contracting experience. Specializing in highend custom homes, hotels & commercial work. Includes materials, fabrication & installation of all types of natural stone, solid surface & ceramic tile.

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Wireless Services • Licensed and Unlicensed Microwave Lines • 802.11 Wireless LANs • 802.11 Wireless Bridges • Point to Point Networks • Secure Continuous MESH Networks Audio/Visual Systems • Paging and Intercom • Broadband video distribution and retrieval • Sound Reinforcement Systems • Presentation room design Cabling

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Specialty Masonry Products & Installation

Structural & Miscellaneous Steel

Diversified Builder Supply, Inc PJ Tyler, President 4013 W. Lindbergh Way Chandler, AZ 85226 480-961-3780 fax: 480-961-0171 www.diversified builder.com www.dbsincaz.com (see corporate profile p. 160)

All Things Metal, LLC Greg MacLiver 11049 N. 22nd Ave. Phoenix, AZ 85029 602-906-9353 fax: 602-906-0029 gregm@allthingsmetalllc.com www.allthingsmetalllc.com

Structural Engineers Cary Kopczynski & Company, Inc. P.S. Cary Kopczynski, PE, SE, FACI 10500 N.E. 8th St., Ste. 800 Bellevue, WA 98004 425-455-2144 fax: 425-455-2091 info@ckcps.com www.ckcps.com KPFF Consulting Engineers Brian B. Raji, PE, SE 2800 N. Central Ave., Ste. 1010 Phoenix, AZ 85004 602-264-1010 fax: 602-285-1010 kratliff@kpff.com www.kpff.com

Schneider & Associates Structural Engineers Ron Schneider 1700 E. Ft. Lowell Rd., Ste. 109 Tucson, AZ 85719 520-512-8183 fax: 520-512-8169 rschneider@sastructural.com www.sastructural.com

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Diversified Builder Supply, Inc. has provided the installation of specialty masonry for more than 23 years. The leading installer of stone veneer and glass block in Arizona, Diversified also offers natural stone veneer, brick veneer, slate, architectural precast, pavers, and gas fireplaces. Founded in 1984 in Mesa, Ariz., Diversified started out as a niche subcontractor supplying and installing manufactured fireplaces to residential homebuilders. Within a few years, the company began offering glass block windows, stone/brick fireplace surrounds, and exterior stone and brick veneer; and by the mid 1990s, Diversified started working on commercial projects as well. As the company has continued to evolve, it now has separate, fully developed residential and commercial divisions that provide residential home builders and commercial general contractors with a wide range of specialty masonry products. Whether the project is residential or commercial, Diversified is committed to providing each of its clients with superb customer service. The Diversified team works closely with clients to help them with any issues that may arise, such as difficult details and transitioning materials. Diversified works with clients to maximize value engineering. “We run well supervised, professional jobs with an emphasis on the quality of workmanship,” says PJ Tyler, President of Diversified. One of the larger projects Diversified has worked on is Fulton Ranch in Chandler, Ariz. The company installed more than 75,000 square feet of stone veneer, architectural precast and tile veneer. Additionally, Diversified recommended stone types/styles, provided multiple mock-ups, and ramped up production to meet an accelerated schedule. “We worked closely with the precast manufacturer to work out details in the precast, maximize efficiencies for installation, and figured out the best transition from precast to stone,” says Tyler.

Diversified has also recently completed quality veneer installations for the following projects: Fort McDowell Hotel & Casino Central Christian Church Gilbert Campus Big League Dreams Zanjero Apartments Diversified is as conscientious of the future as it is of its clients. Within the past 10 years, the masonry industry has evolved, becoming much more sophisticated. Projects have become more detailed with more elaborate exterior and interior finishes. “A typical project 10 years ago may have had one or two types of exterior finishes, and now there are five or six different types of materials being used,” says Tyler. Also, the Internet has given owners, architects and general contractors greater access to the variety of products available. These combined factors make it necessary to contract experienced, established and professional subcontractors like Diversified. With experienced and dedicated team members, Diversified Builder Supply, Inc. will continue to provide Arizona with quality specialty masonry products and installation for years to come. — Corporate Profile

TRIAD

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Toll Free: 800.736.1237 Office: 928.684.7151

Our strength is in our people FABRICATION • ERECTION

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Structural Steel Fabricators & Erectors American Steel Corporation Tim Williamson, President 4884 S. Desert View Dr. Apache Junction, AZ 85220 P.O. Box 51299 Mesa, AZ 85208-0065 480-474-0100 fax: 480-474-0109 tim@amsteelcorp.com www.amsteelcorp.com (see corporate profile p. 133)

Sanpete Steel Corporation Jeff Richards 685 E. Main St. P.O. Box 599 Moroni, UT 84646 435-436-8310 fax: 435-436-8340 jeff@sanpetesteel.com www.sanpetesteel.com (see display ad p. 161)

Metal Weld Specialties Michael Minor 8137 N. 83rd Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345 623-979-1117 fax: 623-979-9722 mikem@metal-weld.com www.metal-weld.com (see display ad p. 161)

Triad Steel Services, Inc 4020 Industrial Way, #109 Wickenburg, AZ 85390-2182 928-684-7151/800-736-1237 2501 W. Behrend Dr., Ste. 21 Phoenix, AZ 85027 602-714-9723 tom@triadsteel.com www.triadsteel.com (see display ad p. 161)

Saguaro Steel Inc. Dave Terrell 3541 W. Lower Buckeye Rd. Phoenix, AZ 85009 602-272-8800 fax: 602-272-3453 dave@saguarosteel.com www.saguarosteel.com (see display ad p. 161)

Surveying Contractors Oridian Construction Services Frank Korycanek 7500 N. Dreamy Draw Dr., #200 Phoenix, AZ 85020 602-957-3936 fax: 602-957-1488 fkorycanek@oridian-services.com www.oridian-services.com

Theater Consulting Riske & Associates, Inc. Marc Riske, Principal 2452 S. Colleen Mesa, AZ 85210 480-507-5800 fax: 480-497-3810 marc@riskeassociates.com www.riskeassociates.com

Trash Compactors Environmentally Sensitive Products Michael Francis 20701 N. Scottsdale Rd., Ste. 107 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-350-7596 fax: 480-502-8499 espsdale@cox.net www.pacificcompactor.com

Telecommunications M & M Systems, LLC Marcy Squires 3632 W. Thomas, Ste.1 Phoenix, AZ 85019 602-258-5775 fax: 602-257-2308 marcy@mandmsystems.com www.mandmsystems.com

Terrazzo Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI) Pete Schlink, President 2031 W. Lone Cactus Dr. Phoenix, AZ 85027 623-780-4570 fax: 623-780-4544 pschlink@acriepoxy.com www.acriepoxy.com

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Tile & Stone Contractors Nevada Stone & Tile, Inc Van Holland 6595 Schuster St., Ste. C Las Vegas, NV 89118 702-443-3000 fax: 702-443-3020 nstinc@embarqmail.com (see display ad p. 158)

Trim Contractors Rowland Luxury Homes Chas Sinquefeld 8324 E. Hartford Dr., #125 Scottsdale, AZ 85255 480-477-8353/480-477-8359 fax: 480-477-8358 chas@rowlandluxuryhomes.com www.rowlandluxuryhomes.com (see display ad p. 135)

Underground Utility Contractors

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Ticico LLC dba AA&R Construction Co. Tim Cox 3165 E. 48th St. Tucson, AZ 85713 520-722-3771 fax: 520-722-3959 aar_construction@yahoo.com

Elward Construction Co. Brad Elward 310 S. Clark Dr. Tempe, AZ 85281 480-968-1000 fax: 480-968-2229 www.elward.com (see display ad p. 162)

Waterproofing Contractors Den-Mark Specialty Construction, Inc. Dennis Mackay 2105 S. 48th St., Ste. 106 Tempe, AZ 85282 602-431-1350 fax: 602-431-1262 denmarkspecialty@qwest.net

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advertisersâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; index ABACUS Project Management.....................................43, 157 AME Southwest............................................................46, 59 AV Decking Inc....................................20, 43, 46, 59, 63, 76, 84, 89, 92, 97, 100, 105, 153 A.V. Schwan & Associates, Inc............................................35 Accent Paving, Inc....................................................105, 156 Ace Asphalt of Arizona.........................18, 20, 36, 37, 43, 66, 96, 100, 101, 110, 128, 143, 144 Advanced Technology Group............................................112 Akowski Masonry Inc..................................................98, 152 All Things Metal, LLC..................................................20, 159 American Asphalt & Grading Co........................47, 54, 58, 89 American Steel Corporation................................77, 133, 162 Applied Engineering................................................40, 86, 94 Arizona Concrete Repair, Inc. (ACRI)........20, 69, 94, 97, 104, 115, 128, 140, 162 Artic Air Heating & Cooling, Inc...........................................28 Aspen Construction, Inc..............................................42, 138 Aspen Interiors, Inc...............................................46, 59, 156 Attanasio Landscape Architecture, APC........30, 31, 128, 147 B&B Glass Company.....................................................46, 59 BCS Enterprises, Inc.............................................74, 94, 137 B.E.T. Plumbing..................................................................51 Barbara Elliott Interiors.......................................................20 Bawden Architectural Glass................................................47 Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd..... 5, 22, 29, 30, 124, 134 Blount Contracting Inc................................................77, 140 Bomel Construction Company, Inc................26, 82, 125, 135 Bradford Products.........................................22, 23, 130, 157 Brothers Masonry Corporation.........................35, 43, 70, 86, 94, 110, 116, 152 Builders Choice Carpet One................................34, 135, 142 Butch Randolph & Associates.............................................97 C.O. Boyer Metal Co., Inc............................................70, 153 CZ Engineering...................................................................38 California Pools & Spas.................... 20, 21, 98, 99, 130, 157 Calply Door Systems.........................................18, 20, 52, 64 Canyon State Masonry......................................100, 152, 154 Carlson Glass, Inc.......................... 66, 74, 86, 117, 128, 143 Cary Kopczynski & Company, Inc. P.S..........52, 53, 131, 159 Cintas Fire Protection.........................................................63 Climatec.............................................................70, 110, 143 Clone Stone Manufacturing, Inc..................................64, 152 Commercial Cabinet Co......................................................19

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Commonwealth Electric......................................................86 Complete Millwork Services, Inc.......................22, 26, 32, 83 Creative Door & Moulding...................................32, 137, 138 Creative Edge Master Shop.................................................24 D.H. Lighting Solutions.......................................................84 DLR Group......................................................................7, 69 Den-Mark Specialty Construction, Inc...........20, 89, 105, 163 Desert Adaptive Landscape Architecture LLC....................147 Desert Millwork Inc...............................................63, 76, 134 Deutsch Architecture Group................... 86, 87, 94, 124, 134 Diversified Builder Supply, Inc......................42, 66, 159, 160 EPS Group Inc., Engineers, Planners & Surveyors.............. 107, 109, 125, 129, 135, 147 Echo Canyon Electric, Inc.............................69, 92, 140, 141 Elward Construction Co...........................70, 88, 94, 96, 102, 105, 162, 163 Energy Systems Design, Inc...............................52, 126, 136 Entrada International Wood Products.................127, 137, IBC Environmentally Sensitive Products..................................162 European Pavers Southwest, Inc....................35, 50, 62, 100, 147, 148, 157 Felker Brothers Corporation................................................88 Flippins Trenching........................................................24, 39 Frazier Masonry Corporation.........................80, 82, 149, 152 Future Packaging..............................................................112 GKD-USA Inc......................................................................93 Giroux Glass, Inc.................................... 24, 39, 51, 134, 143 Green Ideas........................................................................70 Harris Consulting Engineers................................................55 Hawkins Design Group Inc..................................64, 127, 140 Helix Electric........................................ 55, 56, 127, 139, 140 Hodell-Natco Industries, Inc................................................83 Holland Waterproofing........................................................83 Image Construction, Inc......................................55, 142, 143 JBA Consulting Engineers..........................22, 24, 29, 30, 80, 83, 125, 129, 134, 153 JBN Industrial Fence...................................................89, 104 J.F. Ellis Corporation...................................................89, 136 JFK Electrical Contracting Enterprises Inc....................................... 70, 94, 95, 127, 140 Jaz Elevator Products, Inc...........................................43, 140 Joseph A. Cesare & Associates...................................58, 143 KPFF Consulting Engineers............................84, 94, 96, 125, 131, 135, 159

advertisers’ index KS Design, An Affiliate of KlingStubbins, Inc.....................................26, 27, 124, 134 Kitchell........................ 18, 35, 43, 70, 71, 92, 102, 124, 136 Kuhl’s Electric, Inc......................................................28, 140 L&R Integrity.......................................................47, 138, 140 Layton Construction Company........... 36, 110, 111, 124, 136 Legends Landscaping...............................................112, 147 LONG Building Technologies...............................................26 Lucchesi Galati............................... 58, 126, 136, Back Cover M2 Group, Inc.....................................................................69 MJI Company.....................................................................34 M.L. Riddle Painting Inc....................................................156 M & M Systems, LLC......................... 40, 118, 126, 136, 162 Masseur Plumbing, Inc.................................90, 92, 130, 156 McCarty Domes, Inc.................................................150, 152 Metal Drywall Systems, Inc................................32, 112, 138 Metal Weld Specialties.................................36, 46, 161, 162 Mid America Pipe Fabrication & Supply..............................88 Midwest Pro Painting..........................................................29 Milgard Windows & Doors....................................58, 78, 163 Mountain Power Electric.....................................................18 NUVIS...........................................................44, 45, 128, 147 Nana Wall Systems.............................................83, 137, 138 Nelson Electric Co., Inc.................................32, 83, 140, 141 Nelson Holland, Inc............................ 98, 102, 119, 127, 137 Network Infrastructure Corporation.................18, 69, 74, 158 Nevada Stone & Tile, Inc....................................56, 158, 162 OMB Electrical Engineers, Inc.............................49, 127, 140 Oridian Construction Services...................................104, 162 Overhead Cranes International............................................88 Overhead Fire Protection....................................................32 Pacific Coast Steel, Inc.........................................51, 56, 157 Pete King Drywall...............................................................54 Petty’s Tile Co., Inc...............................................28, 42, 135 Pezonella Associates, Inc....................................................83 Phoenix Commercial Electric, Inc........................................43 Pisani Construction, LLC.....................................86, 100, 136 The Plumber Inc.........................................80, 120, 130, 156 Preferred Underground.......................................................55 Preston Insulation & The Great Little Closet Co...........72, 146 Pro Trenching.....................................................................98 RCC Design Group, LLC......................................................76 RHP Mechanical Systems...........................................78, 153 RMJ Electrical Contractors, Inc.............. 46, 59, 76, 140, 141 RPS – Regional Steel Corporation.........................55, 82, 112

R.T. Brown Mechanical, Inc................................62, 143, 146 Réalisations.net............................................16, 17, 129, 156 Red Mesa Electric...............................................................82 Renner Sports Surfaces..............................................54, 156 Reno Lumber......................................................................83 Riske & Associates, Inc......................................77, 131, 162 Robbins Sport Floors/Arizona LLC...... 77, 102, 121, 128, 142 Ron Hanlon Masonry...................................................58, 152 Rowland Luxury Homes......................................73, 135, 162 Royal Metal Works........................................................26, 82 Rummel Construction, Inc...........................................92, 146 Saguaro Steel Inc.................................. 42, 59, 63, 161, 162 Sanpete Steel Corporation............................83, 93, 161, 162 Schneider & Associates Structural Engineers......70, 131, 159 Schuck and Sons Construction Company........36, 59, 60, 137 Sherman Group, Inc..................................................110, 147 Siemens Building Technologies, Inc....................................96 Sign Language Inc..............................................63, 130, 158 Spas by Renée...........................................................22, 157 Spectra Contract Flooring...................................97, 104, 135 Spring Valley Construction Company..........................79, 136 The Structures Group Southwest, Inc..........70, 122, 130, 157 Stylmark, Inc..................................... 30, 112, 113, 125, 134 Summerland Security.........................................................26 Sunworld............................................................................39 TMAD TAYLOR & GAINES..................................107, 129, 152 TNT Construction, Inc..................................IFC, 32, 124, 136 Tandem..............................................................................26 Taylor RyMar Corporation...................................97, 126, 136 Ticico LLC dba AA&R Construction Co..............................163 Triad Steel Services, Inc...................... 70, 94, 100, 161, 162 Triton Chandelier, Inc...................................24, 25, 129, 152 United Civil Group...............................................................92 Universal Piping, LLC..............................................40, 77, 89 Urban Design Studio, LLC...........................................32, 146 Urban Earth Design, LLC...............................60, 61, 129, 147 Vail Contracting..................................................................34 ValleyCrest Landscape Development..................86, 147, 148 Val-Tec, Inc........................................................35, 126, 135 WSP Flack + Kurtz.............................................44, 126, 136 Waibel & Associates Landscape Architecture......................79 Western Single Ply..............................................................36 Williams Aviation Consultants, Inc......................92, 125, 134 XL Fire Protection.........................................38, 47, 105, 142

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index Owners/Operators/Tenants

Peoria Unified School District #11.......................................77 Phoenix Union High School District #210......................69, 74

Aby Rosen..........................................................................39

Pillar at Westgate LLC........................................................50

Agua Fria Union High School District...................................84

Pima County Natural Resources,

Arma Vista LLC...................................................................34

Parks and Recreation Department......................................98

Banner Health...........................................................107, 110

Renown Health.................................................................112

Cabela’s.............................................................................36

Robert K. Futterman & Associates......................................39

Caesars Palace...................................................................22

Seegmiller Partners LLC.....................................................56

Cherry Development...........................................................56

Shea Commercial...............................................................64

City of Chandler..................................................................86

Sierra Nevada College........................................................78

City of Glendale..................................................................20

Silverton Casino Lodge.......................................................19

City of Henderson...............................................................93

SouthBridge, LLC................................................................28

City of Peoria......................................................................97

Station Casinos, Inc......................................................24, 26

City of Phoenix...................................................................96

SunCor Development Company..........................................52

City of Scottsdale..........................................................88, 92

Terrible’s Casinos...............................................................32

City of Surprise...........................................................89, 100

Tohono O’odham Gaming Enterprise...................................18

City of Tempe.....................................................92, 102, 105

Trader Vic’s Las Vegas.......................................................29

CityMark Juhl LLC..............................................................55

Tucson Unified School District............................................72

Cornerstone Christian Fellowship Worship Center...............66

Tumbleweed Park, City of Chandler..................................104

DAZ-3 LLC c/o The DESCO Group.......................................63

Turnberry MGM Grand Towers, LLC....................................30

David Edelstein...................................................................39

University of Advancing Technology....................................79

Del Webb Corporation.........................................................54

University of California, Davis.............................................78

Desert Research Institute....................................................78

University of Nevada, Las Vegas.........................................82

Empire Companies.............................................................60

University of Nevada, Las Vegas,

Furst Properties............................................................46, 59

William S. Boyd School of Law...........................................80

Global Water Resources......................................................40

University of Nevada, Reno...........................................78, 83

Hamilton Vance Partners....................................................64

Valley Metro.......................................................................92

Harsch Investment Properties.............................................47

Vestar Development Company............................................49

Housing Authority of the City of Las Vegas..........................58

Water Utilities Department, City of Tempe..........................94

J.W. Harris, Inc...................................................................42

Westcor, a subsidiary of Macerich®....................................35

John Q. Hammon Hotels & Resorts.....................................20

Wickenburg Unified School District #9................................73

Kitchell Development..........................................................43 MGM MIRAGE.....................................................................51 Mandalay Bay Resort & Casino...........................................16

Owner’s Representatives

Maricopa Community Colleges...........................................76 The Molasky Group of Companies......................................44

Dean Hughes, Eagle Project Consulting..............................66

The Montecito Companies..................................................38

Horwitch Group, LLC...........................................................43

Northern Arizona University................................................70

OTL Consulting...................................................................56

166

index Developers

HBA/Hirsch Bedner Associates, Los Angeles.......................22 HDR..................................................................................112

Affordable Housing Programs, Inc.......................................58

HTH Architects....................................................................49

Cherry Development...........................................................56

Hopkins Architects..............................................................70

Empire Companies.............................................................60

International Parking Design, Inc........................................26

Killian Western Construction...............................................20

KKE Architects....................................................................44

The Molasky Group of Companies......................................44

KS Design, An Affiliate of KlingStubbins, Inc.......................26

The Quarter Condominiums LP...........................................62

Kendle Design Collaborative...............................................42

Seegmiller Partners LLC.....................................................56

Klai Juba Architects............................................................19

SunCor Development Company..........................................52

Larry Henry Architecture.....................................................32 Lucchesi Galati...................................................................58 Martinez + Cutri Architects.................................................55

Architects/Interior Designers/Engineers

NBBJ................................................................................107 NTD Architecture................................................................77

Allen + Philp Architects and Interiors..................................28

Nelsen Partners..................................................................35

Archicon, LC Architecture & Interiors..................................63

orcutt | winslow....................................................74, 84, 107

Architectural Resource Team, Inc.......................................76

Otak.................................................................................105

Architekton........................................ 97, 100, 102, 104, 105

Perlman Architects of Arizona, Inc................................60, 89

BCDM/Barduson Architecture.............................................66

RNL....................................................................................92

Barton Myers Associates, Inc............................................102

Rees Architecture, Planning, Interiors.................................80

Bergman, Walls & Associates, Ltd..........................22, 29, 30

STG Design Inc...................................................................54

Black & Veatch...................................................................88

Scott L. Baker, Architect, Inc..............................................38

Burns Wald-Hopkins Shambach Architects.............70, 72, 98

Steelman Partners........................................................16, 19

Butler Design Group Inc......................................................49

Swaback Partners..............................................................88

Butler, Rosenbury & Partners..............................................20

TSA....................................................................................24

Callison..............................................................................52

Tate Snyder Kimsey............................................................82

Collaborative Design Studio..........................................78, 83

Taylor Architects.................................................................34

Crabtree, Rohrbaugh & Associates......................................36

Ten Eyck Landscape Architects..........................................88

Curtis Architecture..............................................................42

Todd & Associates, Inc.................................................50, 62

DAVIS...............................................................43, 46, 59, 64

WPH Architecture, Inc...................................................51, 56

DLR Group..........................................................................69

WTW Architect....................................................................83

Deutsch Architecture Group....................................40, 86, 94

Westlake Reed Leskosky..................................................110

The Durrant Group, Inc.................................................79, 96

Worth Group Architects.......................................................32

Emc2 GROUP Architects Planners, P.C................................73 Ellerbe Becket....................................................................82 Friedmutter Group........................................................24, 39

Construction Managers/General Contractors

Gensler Architecture Design & Planning Worldwide............51 Graham Downes Architecture.............................................93

AR Mays Construction.........................................................64

Group Mackenzie................................................................47

Adolfson & Peterson Construction...... 40, 49, 69, 84, 94, 105 167

index Archer Western Contractors................................................88

Sun Eagle Corporation........................................................89

Arizona Builders, Inc...........................................................98

TNT Construction, Inc.........................................................32

B & H Construction.............................................................93

TWC Construction Inc.........................................................47

Barduson Architects.........................................................104

Thomas and Mack Development Company.........................80

The Beck Group..................................................................63

Thor Construction Inc.........................................................51

Bentar Development, Inc....................................................24

Tishman Construction Corporation of Nevada.....................51

Bomel Construction Co., Inc................................................26

Trammell Crow Residential Southwest

Bosak CPM.........................................................................94

Construction (TCR Southwest Construction LP).............50, 62

Breslin Builders..................................................................56

Tre Builders, LLC................................................................16

Campus Living Villages.......................................................79

Turner Construction Company................................55, 73, 78

Caviness Construction........................................................64

Wespac Construction....................................................46, 59

Clark & Sullivan Construction............................................112 Commerce Construction Company......................................19 Concord General Contracting, Inc.................................72, 74

Program/Project Managers

CORE Construction.............................................................77 D.L. Withers Construction...........................................92, 100

ABACUS Project Management.............................................43

Empire Companies.............................................................60

Architekton.......................................................................104

Flagship Construction Co., LLC.....................................29, 39

Construction Consultants, Inc.............................................82

Gilbane Building Company..................................................96

Foursite Consulting, LLC.....................................................49

hardison/downey construction inc................................28, 42

JCJ Architecture, Inc..........................................................18

Harris & Associates............................................................93

THE Oâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;MALLEY GROUP, L.L.C.............................................73

Haydon Building Corp.................................................97, 104

Thomas and Mack Development Company.........................80

Jaynes Corporation.......................................................58, 80 Jokake Construction Company...........................................76 Killian Western Construction...............................................20 Kitchell ............................................................18, 35, 43, 70 Kitchell CEM...............................................................92, 102 Layton Construction Company....................................36, 110 MacMillan Construction......................................................34 Marnell Corrao Associates............................................30, 44 McCarthy Building Companies (RC, LLC)...............49, 52, 107 Minor Group.......................................................................46 Mortenson Construction......................................................86 Okland Construction Co., Inc.............................................102 The PENTA Building Group................................22, 26, 82, 83 R.G. Porris Enterprises, Inc.................................................69 R&O Construction ........................................................38, 54 Rowland Companies...........................................................66 Sellen Construction Co......................................................112 168