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ICS Construction Completes 78,000 SF Clark Family Branch Library in Suburban St. Louis

by Kristin Harlow December 23, 2024

LADUE, MO. — ICS Construction Services Ltd. has completed the Clark Family Branch Library for the St. Louis County Library (SLCL) district. Lamar Johnson Collaborative (LJC) was the project architect. Located at 1640 S. Lindbergh Blvd. in the inner-ring suburb of Ladue, the two-story building totals more than 78,000 square feet and stands as the largest branch in the SLCL system. The design emphasizes open, flexible spaces with high ceilings and natural light. The Clark Family Branch is the final branch to be designed as part of SLCL’s system-wide “Your Library Renewed” program. In addition to providing traditional reading, private study spaces and quick access to collections, the library features various meeting and event spaces, age-specific areas for creative and hands-on learning experiences and diverse community-based services. The Stephany and Richard Kniep Children’s Space features a playhouse, built-in reading nooks, a magnetic gear wall and educational touch-screen games. The Unity Foundation Teen Space provides tech-focused amenities such as the Object Computing creative lab with a 3-D printer, audio recording studio, video recording studio and video game room. The 800-seat multipurpose Post Event Space & Plaza offers multiple room configurations to support author events and programs. The Emerson History & Genealogy …

December 23, 2024

Civic Development Midwest Minnesota

Kraus-Anderson Begins Construction of $33M Public Safety Facility in Virginia, Minnesota

by Kristin Harlow December 19, 2024

VIRGINIA, MINN. — Kraus-Anderson has begun construction of a new $33 million public safety facility located at 1004 2nd St. S. in Virginia, a city in northeast Minnesota. Designed by Wold Architects and Engineers, the 50,000-square-foot project features a new fire station, police station and EMS facility, along with 13 dormitories, training spaces and parking lots. The new building also features a training tower, fitness center, day room, kitchen and dining room. Completion is slated for July 2025.

December 19, 2024

Civic Development Texas Top Stories

San Antonio International Airport Breaks Ground on New $1.2B Terminal

by Kristin Harlow December 11, 2024

SAN ANTONIO — San Antonio International Airport (SAT) has broken ground on a new $1.2 billion terminal. The project will feature up to 17 gates, more than 800,000 square feet of new terminal space, 35,700 square feet of concessions and 29,000 square feet of club lounges. SAT says the groundbreaking represents a significant step in its commitment to meeting the increasing demands of global air travel. Featuring a modern, accessible design, enhanced passenger amenities and the latest technology, the terminal “will expand SAT’s capacity and deliver an elevated travel experience for millions.” The construction of the new terminal is part of the airport’s Terminal Development Program (TDP), which will guide future development of the airfield, terminal facilities, ground access and support infrastructure over the next 20 years. TDP is the cornerstone of Elevate/SAT, a $2.5 billion expansion and capital improvements plan to enhance SAT, the customer experience and the San Antonio region. Elevate/SAT is the largest capital improvement plan that the City of San Antonio has undertaken, according to a release. Over its lifespan, the economic impact of TDP is estimated to be $2.8 billion and is anticipated to generate more than 16,000 new jobs. TDP is the result of …

December 11, 2024

Civic Development Texas

N&T Construction Begins Renovation of Three Schools for Orangefield ISD

by Taylor Williams November 25, 2024

ORANGEFIELD, TEXAS — General contractor N&T Construction has begun renovations of three scholastic campuses within the Independent School District of Orangefield, located near the Texas-Louisiana border. The project will replace 21 portables with permanent facilities, enclose previously open areas and add windows to all new classrooms. At the elementary school, the project team will add a two-story structure with 32 classrooms, a new cafeteria and a renovated gym. The junior high school will see expanded classrooms and new support spaces, and the high school will receive a new cafeteria, library, classrooms and career and technical education spaces. Additionally, all campuses will receive upgraded safety features, utility enhancements, flood mitigation measures and new landscaping and walkways. Pfluger Architects designed the renovation projects, which are being funded by a $42.9 million bond approved in 2023.

November 25, 2024

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Marcus & Millichap Brokers $5.4M Sale of Southern New Jersey Educational Building

by Taylor Williams November 22, 2024

MOORESTOWN, N.J. — Marcus & Millichap has brokered the $5.4 million sale of an 8,420-square-foot educational building in the Southern New Jersey community of Moorestown. Operator Spring Education Group occupies the building via its Chesterbrook Academy daycare and early learning center. Sean Lenchner, Mark Ruble, Chris Lind and Zack House of Marcus & Millichap represented the buyer, a limited liability company, in the transaction. John Horowitz of Marcus & Millichap assisted in closing the deal as the broker of record.

November 22, 2024

Civic Development Midwest North Dakota

Kraus-Anderson Completes $116M High School in Minot, North Dakota

by Kristin Harlow November 18, 2024

MINOT, N.D. — Kraus-Anderson has completed construction of a $116 million high school located at 2000 21st Ave. NW in Minot, a city in central North Dakota. The school opened its doors to approximately 1,000 students and teachers in August. Construction lasted two years. The project involved the redevelopment of a former call center that was owned by Cognizant before it sold to the school district. Kraus-Anderson renovated the building into classrooms and offices and constructed a connecting addition. Designed by Ackerman-Estvold, the 275,259-square-foot school features music and tech classrooms, gymnasiums and a kitchen and cafeteria. Outside, the school includes a turf field stadium with a track and grass practice fields. Construction on a pool and auditorium is slated for completion in December.

November 18, 2024

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C.W. Drivers Cos. Builds K-8 Public School at The Preserve in Chino

by Amy Works November 12, 2024

CHINO, CALIF. — C.W. Driver Cos. has completed the construction of Legacy Academy, a K-8 school at The Preserve at Chino, a 38-acre master-planned community in Chino. The $51 million public school will serve more than 1,250 students in the Chino Valley Unified School District (Chino Valley USD). Legacy Academy’s 73,000-square-foot campus consists of six one-story buildings housing classrooms, science and STEM labs, physical education facilities, administration, a library, kitchen, multipurpose room, a dedicated TK/kindergarten and an outdoor amphitheater. Additionally, C.W. Driver Cos. provided construction of the school’s new parking lots, playfields, hardcourts, fencing and gates. PBK Architect provided architectural services for the project.

November 12, 2024

Civic Development Midwest Minnesota

Kraus-Anderson Completes $43.7M School in Lamberton, Minnesota

by Kristin Harlow November 11, 2024

LAMBERTON, MINN. — Kraus-Anderson has completed a new PK-12 school for Red Rock Central School District in Lamberton, a city in southern Minnesota. Kraus-Anderson worked closely with the district to pass a $41 million bond referendum in November 2021 to fund the new $43.7 million school. Designed by MLA Architects, the 130,000-square-foot property features a gym, fitness center and weight room, auditorium and stage, and art and science labs. There are also CTE spaces, common areas, Special Ed spaces and a storm shelter. Construction began in February 2023.

November 11, 2024

Civic Development Midwest Missouri

Titan Built Breaks Ground on $30.5M Joint Operations Facility for City of Lee’s Summit, Missouri

by Kristin Harlow November 11, 2024

LEE’S SUMMIT, MO. — Titan Built has broken ground on a $30.5 million joint operations facility for the City of Lee’s Summit. Designed by Hoefer Welker, the 43,600-square-foot project will function as central command for emergency preparedness, management and disaster management, and day-to-day emergency response coordination. The property will house fire department administration and training teams, city emergency operations, the traffic operations center and a co-located fire and police communication center. Voters approved the construction of the facility as part of the 2023 No Tax Increase Bond initiative that allocated $74 million to enhance safety and emergency preparedness. The project also received $1.5 million in financial support from the State of Missouri. Completion is slated for spring 2026.

November 11, 2024

Civic Development Texas

AP Construction Begins $56M Civic Renovation, Expansion Project in Greenville, Texas

by Taylor Williams November 8, 2024

GREENVILLE, TEXAS — Adolfson & Peterson (AP) Construction has begun a $56 million civic renovation and expansion project in Greenville, located northeast of Dallas. The SportsPark Center will be a 120,390-square-foot recreation and athletic center with six basketball courts and an area designated for an interchangeable turf field. The facility will also house recreation and lap pools, locker rooms, a dry sauna, two party rooms, a childcare center, lounge and office spaces. The second floor will offer an indoor track, designated workout spaces, group fitness rooms and an outdoor fitness terrace. BRS Architecture is leading design of the project, which will also include the updating and remodeling of the 18,177-square-foot Reecy Davis Center. In addition to improvements to athletics spaces and equipment throughout this facility, the project team will construct a new, 13,655-square-foot building with an additional gym, game room and multi-purpose space. Completion of both projects is slated for May 2026.

November 8, 2024

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