Ground-up construction is the process of building a new structure on a parcel of land where no building currently exists. Ground-up construction allows the stakeholders to have full control over the design to suit your choice of building program specifications. Building from the ground up begins with a clean slate for your vision and results in a building that is tailored to your exact needs. Design-Build, Design-Assist, and Bid-Build are all design options for ground-up building with Design-Build as the most efficient, expedient, and cost-effective.

Many tenants and business owners choose to lease or rent space in an existing property or building. Selecting to rent or lease an existing space is more economical and time-efficient; however, rarely does the space meet all your needs. Interior and tenant build-outs are performed on the existing space to modify the layout to meet your needs, and after selective demolition of the existing finishes may include: non-structural modifications or walls, painting, flooring, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical work.

Build-outs and renovations are similar; however, they are two slightly different types of construction. Comprehensive renovations take the build-out process one step further by significantly transforming the condition or use of a building or space that is in disrepair or outdated. During a comprehensive renovation, all mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems are replaced and realigned to meet the needs of the updated design. The team will also perform an extensive evaluation of the building envelope, commonly referred to as “building shell,” for deficiencies and opportunities to upgrade the energy performance. Comprehensive renovations are aligned with our sustainability values by repurposing outdated buildings in our communities, reducing the overall impact on the environment.