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Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce that UP Development has selected the firm to complete the new Parkview Apartments in downtown Arlington Heights, Illinois. The seven-story building is under construction on a prominent infill site at the southwest corner of Dunton Avenue and Eastman Street, across from Hancock Square and in close proximity to the Arlington Heights Metra Station.

Parkview Apartments will incorporate 45 residential units, ground-floor retail, integrated parking and various sustainable features meeting NGBS Green Certification. On the exterior, the building will complement the surrounding area with design features that are indicative of classic Chicago architecture utilizing an elegant granite base, masonry and cast stone detailing.

Residences will be located on the upper five floors while the second floor and a portion of the first floor will consist of secured parking for 58 vehicles. Also on the first floor, a total of 1,314 square feet will serve as a retail component.

The property will offer 15 one-, 25 two- and five three-bedroom units serving a mix of individuals and families of all income ranges. Each apartment boasts an open floorplan, quality finishes, in-unit washers and dryers and private outdoor balconies. Tenants will also enjoy a community room and outfitted fitness center.

“McShane Construction is pleased to have been selected by UP Development for the delivery of this new mixed-use project in Arlington Heights. Our expertise and long-standing working relationship with this respected developer will support our client in filling the void of quality mixed-income housing in the area,” stated Raday.

Tinaglia Architects, Inc. is providing the architectural services for Parkview Apartments. Construction is slated for completion in early second quarter 2018.

Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce that construction of Park Place has been completed for long-standing and respected client, Brinshore Development.

The multi-building affordable housing development is located on a 4.6-acre site at the intersection of 50^th Street and Lawndale Avenue within the West Elsdon, Back of the Yards neighborhood. The property is conveniently positioned less than one mile away from both the Pulaski and Kedzie CTA Orange Line stations providing easy access to numerous amenities, the City of Chicago and Midway International Airport.

Park Place offers a total of 78 rental apartments with 15 one-, 42 two- and 21 three-bedroom floorplans throughout 14 three-story residential buildings. Each residence provides a spacious interior layout with quality finishes and in-unit washers and dryers.

As part of the assignment, McShane transformed an existing building located on the site into fully-featured community space through an extensive renovation program. The stand-alone building features a community room, computer lab, fitness center and on-site management. All sitework for the project including paved roads, alleys, sidewalks and landscaping was also completed by McShane.

The architectural design of Park Place purposefully complements the surrounding neighborhood utilizing masonry and fiber cement together with decorative cast stone custom panels at the entryways. Additionally, the property achieves Energy Star certification through the incorporation of sustainable features such as energy efficient appliances, high insulation windows, permeable pavement and rain gardens.

“We appreciate the opportunity to contribute our extensive experience in high-quality multi-family and affordable housing construction to meet the goals our valued client, Brinshore Development,” stated Raday. “Park Place has successfully revitalized this area of the West Elsdon, Back of the Yards neighborhood by providing quality, attractive and functional housing for individuals and families in need.”

Funding for Park Place was provided by multiple sources, including the City of Chicago. Back of the Yards Neighborhood Council, one of the country’s oldest community organizations, is providing social and programming services for residents. Landon Bone Baker Architect served as the project architect for the assignment.

Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce the completion of Corona Crossroads Business Park. The industrial park features two Class A, LEED-Silver industrial buildings totaling 222,250 square feet. Building A is a 54,261-square-foot facility with a 28′ clear height, four dock high doors, one ground level door, 52′ x 50′ column spacing, 1,600 amps and parking for 118 vehicles. Building B is 167,987 square feet and includes a 32′ clear height, 11 dock high doors, two ground level doors, 52′ x 50′ column spacing, 3,000 amps and 280 parking spaces.

Both industrial buildings offer two-story offices to-suit, ESFR sprinkler systems, six inch (6”) thick concrete slabs, 2.5% skylights and can accommodate a single or multiple tenant configurations.

“McShane Construction is delighted to deliver this exceptional industrial development within the City of Corona,” remarked Raday. “We are confident that the locational and transportation benefits, coupled with the contemporary design elements offered by new construction, will maximize efficiencies and growth opportunities for tenants that call Corona Crossroads home.”

RGA Architects provided the design services for Corona Crossroads Business Park.

Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce that the firm has completed an on-time delivery of Clybourn 1200 – a highly anticipated mixed-use development of Brinshore-Michaels.

The 84-unit property is positioned on the corner of Clybourn Avenue and Division Street in the Old Town neighborhood of Chicago, Illinois. The seven-story building, which offers mixed-income housing, is within walking distance to numerous shops, restaurants and entertainment options as well as the CTA Clark/Division Red Line Station. The infill site is also easily accessible to the Kennedy Expressway.

Clybourn 1200 features 17,000 square feet of retail space on the ground floor, a 25,295-square-foot secured indoor parking garage on the second floor, and five floors incorporating 84 mixed-income apartments. The development was designed and constructed integrating numerous sustainable features such as a solar hot water system, low VOC products, permeable pavers and Energy Star lighting and appliances.

The residence was constructed of precast concrete that utilizes a blend of textures and colors adding architectural interest to the prominent corner structure. Sleek aluminum windows with varying mullion designs accent the modern design while steel and glass canopies at the retail and residential entrances emphasize the contemporary lines of the building.

Units are available in studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom layouts. Each apartment is complete with stylish fixtures and finishes together with in-unit washers and dryers, sizable closets and an in-floor radiant heat system.

In addition to thoughtfully configured residences, tenants are offered an array of amenities located throughout the property including a community room, computer lab, party room with a kitchen and fitness center. An elegant roof deck located on the third floor provides outdoor amenity space with comfortable seating, a gas grill and fire place. Unique to Clybourn 1200 is the rooftop vegetable garden for residents to utilize and an apiary, or a bee keeping area.

“Clybourn 1200 has successfully transformed a prominent corner in Chicago’s north side into a dynamic and productive destination benefitting the surrounding community,” remarked Raday. “McShane Construction is honored to have served Brinshore-Michaels in bringing their vision of a mixed-use property that balances quality mixed-income housing and retail to this strategic urban site within the City of Chicago.”

Pappageorge Haymes Partners served as the project architect for this notable mixed-use assignment.

For more information about Clybourn 1200, visit www.clybourn1200.com.

With the evolution of consumer behavior, rising labor costs and focus on security and sustainability, we are experiencing numerous trends impacting the cold storage construction industry. Let’s talk about five important factors.

Increased Demand — A key reason we’re seeing growth in demand for temperature controlled facilities is the trend toward fresh refrigerated foods and ready-to-eat frozen foods. People are eating healthier than ever before, but want to minimize the time needed to prepare meals. This has resulted in the need for more facilities that can accommodate fresh or perishable items that need refrigeration or pre-made frozen food that requires freezer components. Given the change in consumer preferences, we are seeing an increase in multi-temperature facilities to serve the growth from ports to last mile applications such as Amazon Fresh.

Growth in Automation — Automation is increasing as a result of several factors, but one in particular can be realized as companies try to increase productivity and efficiency. The state of the labor force is also impacting this push for automation. The once thriving population of production workers is getting older making it harder to fill positions while young people have less interest in entering the warehouse environment. The cost of talent is also being heavily affected by the increase in minimum wage, pension and healthcare costs. As a result, automation is becoming the more affordable and long-term solution.

Focus on Employee Satisfaction — For those employees that are essential to the operation of a cold storage facility, we are seeing a shift in priorities toward employee comfort in order to stay competitive with other companies. Office areas are gaining attention with the use of social areas, collaboration spaces and elaborate break rooms. The use of natural light has also become popular, with clerestory windows being utilized.

Enhanced Security — Efforts have increased to safeguard climate-controlled environments from potential tampering or other malicious actions with food products. Securing a facility not only encompasses the building itself, but employees and visitors as well. Users are implementing high-resolution cameras that identify product-related errors and improve processes, while sophisticated scanning systems are assisting with the vetting of guests and truck drivers.

Sustainability — More of our clients are implementing solar panels, energy management systems, refrigerated trailer plugins, alternative fuels, water reclamation systems and even electric car plugins. Cold storage users are also utilizing CO2 and ammonia-based refrigeration systems, specifically cascade refrigeration. These systems require less ammonia, which is kept outside the building, minimizing the risks of contamination or personal safety.

McShane understands these needs and with over 30 years of experience in the construction of temperature controlled facilities, our clients experience the advantages of working with a skilled team that can deliver an efficient, sustainable and high-quality facility benefiting both short- and long-term business objectives.

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Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce the completion of Apex 41, a 181-unit luxury apartment development of GlenStar Properties.

Located on a three-acre site at 2760 South Highland Avenue in Lombard, Illinois, the upscale property is situated across the street from the popular Yorktown Shopping Center mall. This prestigious location offers direct access to numerous shops, restaurants and businesses together with optimal convenience to I-88 and downtown Chicago.

Apex 41 was constructed in a podium format with a five-story metal-framed residential component atop a two-story, 242-vehicle precast concrete parking deck. The complex incorporates a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom units complete with granite and quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances and in-unit washers and dryers. Each apartment also includes a spacious aluminum balcony for private outdoor space.

Residents enjoy a wide selection of amenities within a 3,000-square-foot community clubhouse that features a lounge with full kitchen, fitness center, yoga and fitness on-demand studio, business center and a luxurious resort-style swimming pool located directly outside. Additional outdoor space is offered within a 16,000-square-foot park-like raised plaza with lush landscaping, gourmet grill stations, fire pits, a putting green and various seating areas.

“The I-88 corridor is home to a number of Fortune 500 companies and continues to attract large businesses making the area an increasingly desirable place to live,” remarked Raday. “Apex 41 provides a much needed rental option to the area’s expanding young workforce who desire the amenities and locational benefits offered by this superior development.”

Stephen Rankin Associates provided the architectural services for Apex 41. Greystar is serving as the exclusive management and leasing team. For more information and leasing inquiries, visit www.liveapex41.com.

Scott J. Hoppa, Senior Vice President of McShane Construction Company’s Southeast Region, is pleased to announce the award of the new 79-unit Mercy Housing at Mercy Park construction assignment on behalf of Mercy Housing, one of the largest nonprofit affordable housing organizations in the country. The project is underway on a 1.6-acre site at 5135 Peachtree Road in Chamblee, Georgia, in close proximity to Mercy Care North medical clinic.

Upon completion at the end of January 2018, the facility will provide quality affordable housing and programing for seniors. The property will feature 57 one- and 22 two-bedroom units and nearly 4,000 square feet of amenity space. Amenities will include resident services areas, property management, a fitness center, computer center, gathering rooms and several outdoor seating areas including a rooftop terrace.

The residence is being constructed to achieve LEED for Homes Certification incorporating numerous environmentally-friendly features. The exterior will boast a contemporary design utilizing masonry, fiber cement siding and modern window lines.

McShane will provide all sitework for the assignment including pavement of the 56-car surface parking lot, landscape and hardscape.

“We are honored to be serving Mercy Housing in implementing its vision of bringing comfortable, safe and quality living options to seniors in need within the community of Chamblee,” remarked Hoppa. “With our experience in multi-family and senior housing construction, we are certain that the goals of our client will be met and that its residents will have a home to take pride in for many years to come.”

Architectural services for Mercy Housing at Mercy Park are being provided by Smith Dalia Architects.

Jeffrey A. Raday, PE, President of McShane Construction Company, is pleased to announce that the firm was recently awarded Phase IV of The Lodge of Northbrook by developer and long-standing client, Essex Communities. Phase IV represents the final phase of construction at this desirable senior living community located at 2244 Founders Drive in Northbrook, Illinois.

Following the firm’s successful completion of the original 58-unit Phase I, 20-unit Phase II and 18-unit Phase III, McShane will complete the highly anticipated final phase incorporating 60 independent living apartments and eight assisted living units. The new component will be constructed on the north end of the property and will complement the existing building utilizing the same masonry and shake-style siding facade.

New private residences will be offered in one- and two-bedroom and two-bedroom plus a den configurations incorporating spacious layouts and upscale fixtures and finishes that are signature of this luxury development. Each unit features open kitchens, a private patio terrace, large closets, and in-unit washers and dryers together with granite countertops, hardwood flooring in the kitchen and foyer and stainless steel appliances.

The 150,000-square-foot Phase IV will incorporate added amenities within a single-story common area including an expanded fitness center and an additional dining room, commercial kitchen and salon. It also provides expanded parking with 66 garage spaces and 42 surface parking spaces.

“We are thrilled to be continuing this tradition of success for the final phase of The Lodge of Northbrook,” remarked Raday. “The success of this development is a tribute to the trusted relationship enjoyed by McShane and Essex Communities together with the dedication to quality and excellence that both firms share.”

Omaha-based Avant Architects is providing the architectural services for Phase IV of The Lodge of Northbrook that is scheduled for completion at the end of May 2018.

To learn more about the property, visit www.lodgeofnorthbrook.com.

Milt Elmer, Vice President of McShane Construction Company’s Southwest Region, is pleased to announce the construction delivery of Desert Gateway – a two-building light industrial development for a joint venture between Griffin Opportunities, Adam Norvell and Walter Cale.

Located within the growing Deer Valley submarket in Northwest Phoenix, Arizona, Desert Gateway is prominently positioned on a 10-acre parcel at 909 West Pinnacle Peak Road just east of Interstate 17 and north of Loop 101. The site offers easy access to both major transportation corridors and the FedEx Distribution Center and a variety of retail amenities.

The 173,235-square-foot speculative development consists of two rear-load buildings providing an optimal environment for light industrial users. Both facilities incorporate a variety of contemporary features including a 32′ clear height, nine drive-in doors, 16 overhead dock doors, generous skylights, ESFR sprinkler systems and a sizable shared truck court. Desert Gateway can accommodate a single user or is divisible up to six suites per building.

McShane constructed the Class A development utilizing tilt-up concrete panels that have been painted to achieve an attractive yet efficient exterior. The entryways are enhanced with decorative concrete tilt panels, striking storefront windows and metal canopies. The firm also completed the interior build-out of four speculative offices, a tenant suite in Building B, and sitework including sidewalks, landscaping and paved surface parking for 273 vehicles.

“The growth of the Deer Valley submarket has increased demand for high-quality and functional industrial space,” Elmer remarked. “Desert Gateway was thoughtfully designed and constructed to satisfy current demands in the area while meeting the goals of our respected client.”

Cawley Architects provided the architectural services for Desert Gateway. Carl Johnson, Chris Rogers and Trevor McKendry of DAUM Commercial Real Estate Services comprise the exclusive marketing team.

For information about leasing at Desert Gateway, call (602) 575-2309, email info@desertgatewayaz.com, or visit the property’s website at www.desertgatewayaz.com.

Photo courtesy of Cawley Architects.