Azura Mukwonago

McShane Completes Senior Living Residence in Mukwonago, WI

McShane Completes Senior Living Residence in Mukwonago, WI

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce that construction is completed at Azura Mukwonago, a 72-unit assisted living and memory care community in Mukwonago, Wisconsin, for client Azura Living.

“We’re excited to complete another residence designed to meet the needs of seniors in Wisconsin,” commented Alison Gorham, Vice President & Director of Wisconsin Operations at McShane. “Azura Mukwonago was built with a focus on quality craftsmanship and resident well-being, ensuring a comfortable, supportive environment for seniors.”

Designed by EUA, Azura Mukwonago integrates two assisted living buildings and one memory care building on a 6.4-acre site. The single-story wood frame buildings’ exteriors are comprised of full stone veneer masonry and Hardie board. There is also a 35-foot barn spanning 1,100 square feet that serves as a storage facility.

Units boast contemporary finishes and features including resilient flooring, Smart cabinets, ceramic tile bathrooms, quartz countertops, and roller shades. To maximize resident safety and comfortability, Azura Mukwonago offers three household models that provide short hallways and clear sight lines. The buildings also utilize circadian lighting systems and calm and continuous colors to promote resident independence and confidence.

Residents can enjoy an array of amenities including community rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, and sunrooms, along with a fitness area, spa, and salon. Outdoors, there is a community garden, walking paths, a putting green, bocce ball courts, and extensive courtyard amenities.

McShane Completes Affordable Senior Living Development Near Atlanta

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce the completion of Crossing Pointe on behalf of repeat client National Church Residences. Located on the Christian City campus in Union City, Georgia, Crossing Pointe offers 80 affordable apartments for seniors ages 55+.

“We’re excited to mark the completion of another project with National Church Residences,” remarked Dave Meadows, Vice President and Regional Manager at McShane. “This development reflects our commitment to delivering quality, thoughtfully designed spaces for seniors, and we look forward to the benefits this property will bring to Atlanta’s suburbs.”

Positioned on a 4.48-acre site at 7422 Red Oak Road, the residence features a four-story wood-frame building accented by a brick veneer and siding façade.

Each unit offers a one-bedroom, one-bathroom layout designed for comfort and accessibility. Homes feature contemporary kitchens with solid surface countertops and black appliances, accessible bathrooms with zero threshold showers, spacious closets, in-unit laundry hook-ups, and luxury vinyl plank flooring throughout.

The community provides a selection of amenities that support vibrant lifestyles including a community club room with a full kitchen, a fitness studio designed for active seniors, a computer center, an on-site laundry room, and a dedicated mail room.

Crossing Pointe achieved National Green Building Standard Bronze Certification and incorporates sustainable materials and features including Energy Star dishwashers and washing machines, water-efficient bath accessories, and composite cabinetry.

The architect of record is Foley Design.

McShane to Build 278-unit Workforce Housing Community in Chattanooga

McShane Construction Company was selected by The Atlantic Companies to build a 278-unit workforce housing community in Chattanooga, Tennessee. Located on a 7.3-acre site at 702 Manufacturers Road, the development will bring modern homes to a highly desirable location along the Tennessee River. Forty-two units will be designated as affordable, serving essential members of the workforce such as teachers, nurses, and first responders.

“We are excited to partner with The Atlantic Companies on this development, which brings together high-quality design, first-class amenities, and a premier riverfront location,” commented Dave Meadows, Vice President & Regional Manager at McShane Construction Company. “Our team looks forward to delivering a community that elevates the living experience for future residents while contributing to the continued growth and vibrancy of Chattanooga.”

The project will consist of four wood-frame apartment buildings with four stories each and one podium-style apartment building with four wood-frame stories atop a single-story cast-in-place concrete parking garage. The buildings’ exteriors will feature a blend of stone and Hardie siding.

Residents will be able to choose from studio, one-, and two-bedroom layouts with one to two bathrooms. Each unit will include elevated finishes such as stainless-steel appliances, quartz countertops, showers with frameless doors, luxury vinyl-tile floors, and balconies.

Taking advantage of its riverfront setting, the community will feature a sky lounge and terrace with views of the Tennessee River and downtown Chattanooga. Additional amenities will include a swimming pool, a clubroom with a fireplace, an entertainment bar, a fitness center, a yoga room, coffee bars, and a pet spa.

The development is designed to achieve NGBS Silver certification.

Completion of the property is expected for November 2027. Brock Hudgins Architects is the architect.

McShane Completes Mixed-Income Housing Community in Atlanta

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce the completion of Ashley Scholars Landing II on behalf of repeat client The Integral Group. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, Ashley Scholars Landing II offers 212 mixed-income apartment units complemented by a precast parking garage.

“Our long-standing relationship with The Integral Group has been instrumental in bringing phase II of Ashley Scholars Landing to life,” shared Dave Meadows, Vice President and Regional Manager at McShane. “We are proud to deliver a project that not only meets the residents’ needs but also supports the ongoing revitalization efforts in Atlanta.”

Interior units boast stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, and in-unit washers and dryers. The community incorporates 4,500 square feet of amenity space, including a clubroom, fitness center, micro-offices, and an activity space. Outdoors, residents can enjoy a pool area with cabanas and a walking park.

Positioned on a 5.9-acre site, the three- and four-story building features an exterior of Hardie siding and brick masonry. The building was designed to achieve EarthCraft Gold Certification.

Ashley Scholars Landing II is part of the master-planned Ashley Scholars Landing mixed-use community. The architect of record is JHP Architecture.

McShane Completes Brookfield’s First Affordable Housing Community

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce that construction is completed at The Flats at Bishop’s Woods on behalf of repeat client Lincoln Avenue Communities. Located in Brookfield, Wisconsin, The Flats at Bishop’s Woods is the city’s first fully affordable apartment community, offering 203 units.

“We’re proud to deliver another beautiful affordable housing residence with Lincoln Avenue Communities,” remarked Alison Gorham, Vice President & Director of Wisconsin Operations at McShane. “We are confident that this development will make a meaningful impact on Wisconsin’s current housing demand.”

Located on a 3.7-acre site at 350 Bishops Way, the residence contains four stories of wood-frame construction atop an underground two-story precast parking garage. The building’s façade integrates Hardie lap and panel siding with brick veneer.

Affordable at 50 to 70 percent of area median income (AMI) income, units are offered in one- to three-bedroom floorplans. Each apartment features granite countertops, luxury vinyl plank flooring, stainless steel appliances, and kitchen islands. Select units offer private balconies or patios. There are also eight live/work units with separate exterior entrances for residents who wish to have an in-home office or studio.

Residents can enjoy an array of amenities including a community room with a kitchen, a fitness center with free weights and equipment, Zoom and conference rooms, a library, mail and package rooms, an outdoor grilling patio with seating, and a playground.

The Flats at Bishop’s Woods achieved Wisconsin Green Built Home Certification and incorporates sustainable features such as rooftop solar panels, high-efficiency electric heat pump systems, and energy-efficient appliances.

The architect of record is Knothe & Bruce Architects.

This summer, McShane completed construction of The Canyons, a 60-unit affordable housing residence in Madison, Wisconsin, for Lincoln Avenue Communities. Currently, the firms are underway with the development of The Conway at Huxley Yards, a 50-unit affordable housing community in Madison.

2025 Best Companies to Work for in Alabama

For the third consecutive year, McShane was named one of the Best Companies to Work for in Alabama by Business Alabama. McShane is one of only 40 companies in the state to receive this distinguishment. Selection was based on extensive surveys conducted by the Best Companies Group and included factors such as employee benefits, turnover rate, DEI initiatives, company culture, and training and career development.

McShane to Build 252-unit Garden-style Community in Port Wentworth, Georgia

McShane Construction Company was selected by Continental Properties to build Springs at Port Wentworth, a 252-unit apartment community in Port Wentworth, Georgia. This marks McShane’s 24th project with Continental Properties.

“We’re proud to continue our longstanding partnership with Continental Properties on Springs at Port Wentworth,” commented Dave Meadows, Vice President & Regional Manager at McShane. “This development reflects nearly two decades of collaboration with Continental Properties, bringing to life a community that combines quality construction with modern design.”

Positioned on a 20-acre site at the southwest corner of Highway 21 and Rice Mill Road, the community will integrate one two-story and six three-story garden-style apartment buildings with Hardie panel exteriors. The development offers modern living in a natural setting, with expansive green spaces and woods surrounding the property.

“Continental is very excited to be back in the Savannah market with our long-standing partner McShane and the many strong team members out of the Auburn office.” Shared Brian Nick, Vice President of Construction at Continental Properties.

Residents will enjoy an array of resort-inspired amenities, including a central clubhouse with a fitness center, an outdoor swimming pool, a fire pit, barbeque stations, pergolas, a dog park, a car wash, and a walking trail.

The community will offer a diverse selection of studio, one-, two-, and three-bedroom floor plans. Each home will showcase upscale finishes including granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and kitchen islands. First-floor residences will feature private entrances, while upper-level homes will include screened-in balconies. Sixty upgraded units will boast quartz countertops, larger refrigerators, custom closets, soaking bathtubs, and upgraded bathroom fixtures.

Completion of Springs at Port Wentworth is expected for May 2027. The Preston Partnership is the architect of record.

2025 ABC Wisconsin Project of Distinction Award – Industrial Over $3 Million

McShane received a Project of Distinction Award from ABC Wisconsin for the design-build construction of a 372,000-square-foot build-to-suit manufacturing and distribution facility for Schuetz Container Systems.

The building is designed for streamlined distribution with 48 truck docks, four drive-in doors, and 245 trailer parking spaces. Additionally, the building is rail served, enabling the owner to efficiently receive raw materials to manufacture their products.

The facility showcases a full mezzanine system that integrates machinery and a network of conveyors to optimize internal logistics. Four interior cranes assist with equipment installation and the movement of heavy materials across the crane bays.

McShane collaborated closely with the client, railroad, and equipment suppliers to meet all operational requirements and ensure the facility was ready for timely occupancy. Leveraging its design-build approach and early material procurement, McShane delivered cost savings and maintained schedule integrity. Despite challenges such as high-power requirements, long lead times, and complex equipment installation processes, the team effectively navigated each obstacle, completing the project on time and with a perfect safety record.

2025 ABC Wisconsin Project of Distinction Award – Residential

The Canyons received a 2025 Project of Distinction Award from ABC Wisconsin in the Residential Multi-Unit category. The Canyons is a 60-unit affordable housing residence in Madison, Wisconsin. The podium-style building features four stories of wood frame construction atop an underground concrete parking garage. Its exterior showcases a modern blend of Hardie fiber-cement siding and masonry brick veneer.

Each unit offers thoughtfully designed interiors featuring luxury vinyl-tile and carpet flooring, granite countertops, stainless-steel appliances, kitchen islands, and private patios or balconies. Residents can choose from one- to three-bedroom floor plans, and select units offer a private ground floor or one-story walk-up entrance.

Residents also benefit from 3,750 square feet of community amenities, including a fitness center, laundry room, community room with a kitchenette, indoor bike parking, courtyard with grills, and a playground.

The Canyons was designed with a focus on sustainability and energy efficiency to meet Wisconsin Green Built Homes Gold Certification and EnergyStar Multifamily Certification standards. A rooftop solar panel system helps offset electricity costs for the building’s common areas and the units integrate EnergyStar Rated appliances and furnace and air conditioning units.

By using tools like SALUS and SmartPM along with collaborative planning and team continuity, McShane completed The Canyons six weeks ahead of schedule with a perfect safety record.

2025 Connect CRE Women in Real Estate Award

Alison Gorham, Vice President & Director of Wisconsin Operations, was a recipient of Connect CRE’s 2025 Women in Real Estate Award. Since 2018, Alison has led McShane’s strategic and operational efforts in the Wisconsin market, delivering exceptional results that reflect her leadership and industry expertise. She built a thriving project pipeline based entirely on repeat business and referrals—an achievement that speaks to the trust and long-term relationships she’s cultivated with clients and design partners. Under her direction, McShane secured and executed ten developments in the multi-family, senior living, and supportive housing sectors, totaling 1,200 units, 1.4 million square feet, and $255 million in sales. Alison also expanded the Wisconsin office’s workforce by 2,000%, implemented best practices for operations, and fostered a collaborative, high-performing team culture. Her ability to drive growth while maintaining quality and integrity makes her a standout leader in the industry.

2025 ABC Illinois Excellence in Construction Award

Redwood Crystal Lake earned an Award of Excellence at the 2025 ABC Illinois Excellence in Construction Awards.

Redwood Crystal Lake is a neighborhood of 124 single-story apartments in Crystal Lake, Illinois. The community integrates 25 single-story townhome-style buildings with four to six units each. The wood-frame homes showcase attractive facades of vinyl siding and stone veneer.

Each apartment offers a spacious two-bedroom, two-bathroom open concept floor plan complemented by a private attached two-car garage and a personal patio. High-end finishes and features include stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, luxury vinyl tile flooring, and full-size washer/dryer hookups. On-site amenities are comprised of thoughtfully designed green spaces, pet waste stations, and designated guest parking.

McShane brought together a thoughtful approach to quality control and scheduling to deliver a successful and well-executed project. McShane overcame unique challenges, including working with the client’s subcontractors who were unfamiliar with the firm’s stringent quality and safety standards. Weekly schedules and collaborative planning kept the project on track, and tech platforms streamlined communication, boosted field productivity, and supported training, culminating in a high-quality project delivered on schedule with a perfect safety record.

Schuetz Manufacturing Facility Completed in Kenosha, Wisconsin

McShane Construction Company is pleased to announce the completion of a build-to-suit manufacturing and distribution facility for Schuetz Container Systems in Kenosha, Wisconsin. The manufacturer of industrial packaging is part of the globally operating Schütz Group, which is headquartered in Germany. McShane provided design-build construction services for this 372,000-square-foot facility.

Positioned on a 25-acre site, the precast building offers a 40’ clear height with 48 truck docks, four drive-in doors, 245 trailer parking spaces, and six 4,000-amp power services. The facility also integrates a two-story, 14,000 square-foot office, mezzanines throughout the manufacturing areas, and four interior cranes to assist with equipment installation and moving materials.

“We’re pleased to introduce this state-of-the-art manufacturing facility to Kenosha,” stated Tom Beres, Regional Vice President – Industrial at McShane. “We are confident that the scale, design, and functionality of this project will widely benefit Schuetz Container Systems.”

McShane also completed a railroad extension, bringing three rail lines to the site.

As a design-build project, McShane worked closely with the client and architect, Harris Architects, to ensure the building adhered to the highest quality and constructability standards.

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