B U I LT F O R S I S T E R H O O D
Ohio Beta
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ummer might feel quiet on a college campus, but inside Pi Beta Phi facilities, it's one of the busiest times of the year. After members move out at the close of the spring term, the furniture and floors in every facility are deep-cleaned, and routine repairs and needs are assessed and completed before students return in the fall. The average Pi Phi facility is at least 100 years old, meaning that larger and more costly updates are needed to ensure safe, secure housing opportunities for members. This year, eight of the 13 Fraternity Housing Corporation (FHC)-owned standalone houses are undergoing major capital improvements. Project scopes vary based on each
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chapter’s unique needs, but many include work such as facility expansions, interior and exterior painting, mechanical upgrades to HVAC systems and water heaters, plumbing installations, flooring and furniture updates, security enhancements and more. The Ohio Beta house at The Ohio State University is one of the oldest FHC-managed properties. With historic beauty and rich Pi Phi heritage comes much-needed upgrades — and that's just what this stately home received. With the help of Ernest P. Properties, PDR Interiors and The Brill Company, FHC was able to transform the lovely Ohio Beta house, inside and out, while preserving its local identity. Exterior projects included repaving the parking lots,
