1100 Apex

McShane Transforms Abandoned High-Rise in Clearwater

Formerly an abandoned 15-story concrete structure, 1100 Apex now houses 134 high-end apartment and townhome units.

McShane Transforms Abandoned High-Rise in Clearwater

McShane Construction Company recently completed the construction of 1100 Apex, an adaptive reuse, mixed-use apartment residence in downtown Clearwater, Florida for GSP Development.

Positioned on a 2.1-acre site at 1100 Cleveland Street, the development was originally constructed as an office building in 1972. After several failed redevelopment attempts in the early 2000’s, the structure was abandoned in 2009, after which it fell into disarray. In 2017, GSP Development purchased the building and tasked McShane with redeveloping the high-visibility, 15-story structure into a Class A multi-family residence.

“1100 Apex has a very unique history,” stated Scott Hoppa, Senior Vice President of McShane’s Southeast Region. “It was an honor to partner with GSP and Kimmich Smith to transform this building from an eyesore into something that residents of Clearwater can be proud of.”

Designed by Kimmich Smith Architecture, 1100 Apex now incorporates 134 high-end apartment and townhome units. The units feature stainless steel appliances, quartz and granite countertops, wood plank flooring and private balconies.

Tenants also have access to an array of best-in-class amenities, including a clubhouse, fitness center, putting green, resort-style pool and outdoor lounge area with grills, a fire pit and private cabanas.

Additionally, McShane constructed a parking deck with 202 parking spaces and 4,300 square feet of ground-floor retail space.

McShane worked closely with Kimmich Smith in a design-assist capacity while coordinating with structural and civil design. The firm also utilized its design-build MEP/FP approach, working directly with subcontractors and in-house engineering teams. As a result, McShane was able to save the developer over $2.6 million in construction materials.

The successful completion of 1100 Apex marks the beginning of a transformation for the neighborhood and the development is expected to spur further economic development. Leasing activity at 1100 Apex has been healthy since units became available, and businesses secured both retail spaces before construction was complete.

McShane Underway with The Oaks at Algonquin

McShane Construction Company is underway on the construction of a new senior living development, known as The Oaks at Algonquin. The firm was selected by Spectrum Retirement Communities to provide comprehensive construction services for the 166-unit residence. Over the past 30 years, McShane has constructed more than 4,500 residential units, and the Oaks at Algonquin is one of four senior living projects that the firm currently has underway.

“The Oaks at Algonquin will feature a floorplan designed to support the community’s provision of different levels of care for residents,” commented Jeffrey Raday, President of McShane. “This forethought, combined with the excellent selection of amenities, will make The Oaks at Algonquin a great choice for those seeking senior housing options.”

Designed by Vessel Architecture, the H-shaped building will accommodate independent living, assisted living and memory care units. Each independent living unit will feature a full kitchen, and assisted living units will incorporate a kitchenette with a refrigerator and microwave.

The three-story building will feature wood frame construction with an exterior of masonry, stone veneer, shake and panel siding and architectural shingles.

The property offers a vast array of amenities for tenants, including three restaurants, a pub, salon, media lounge, theater, health club, doctor and therapist offices and a community center with a demo kitchen. The Oaks at Algonquin will feature outdoor living space that includes a rooftop deck and fire pit, grill area, dining patio, memory care garden and well-landscaped courtyards.

Completion of The Oaks at Algonquin is slated for January 2022.

McShane Completes Parc at Pooler

McShane Construction Company completed the construction of a new luxury apartment community, known as Parc at Pooler, on behalf of Equity Resources, LLC. Located on 21 acres at 2200 Old Quacco Road in Pooler, Georgia, the development features 280 units.

“With almost 19,000 square feet of amenity space, Parc at Pooler provides residents with a true resort-style living experience,” commented Scott Hoppa, Senior Vice President at McShane. “This, combined with its prime location near Savannah and luxury finishes, should make the community a great success for our client.”

Designed by Atlanta, Georgia-based Dynamik Design, the apartment community incorporates seven three-story residential buildings, all of which offer elevator access. Residents are able to choose from 105 one-bedroom units, 127 two- bedroom units, 26 three-bedroom units and 22 studio units.

Units boast a number of high-end features such as granite counter tops, undermount sinks, custom routed wood cabinetry with brushed nickel hardware, stainless steel appliances and upscale wood finish flooring. Each apartment home also contains a sunroom or balcony.

Additionally, the development offers nearly 6,800 square feet of interior amenity space, including a Class A clubhouse that features an athletic club with a cardio theatre, resistance and free weights, a gourmet coffee and hot tea bar, a resident retreat with media and gaming and a cyber-business café.

The 12,000-square-foot outdoor amenity area includes a resort-style swimming pool with an expansive Wi-Fi sundeck and soothing fountains, a California kitchen area, a car care center and a well-appointed dog park, complete with agility equipment and a dog wash.

McShane also provided all site work for the assignment, including eight stand-alone garages, landscape, hardscape and parking lots.

Named National Multi-Family Builder of the Year by the National Association of Home Builders, McShane has constructed more than 20,000 units across the country. The firm also ranked #5 in southeast multi-unit residential construction and was named the #9 contractor in Georgia by Engineering News-Record. Currently, McShane is underway with 12 multi-family developments in the state of Georgia.

Kierland Apartments Coming to Scottsdale

Leon Capital Group has selected McShane Construction Company to provide comprehensive construction services for Kierland Apartments, a 202-unit luxury multi-family community in north Phoenix. McShane is also underway with Soltra at SanTan Village, a 380-unit multi-family development in Gilbert, Arizona for Leon Capital Group.

“We have a great working relationship with Leon Capital Group and are very excited to be partnering with them on another multi-family assignment,” shared Jim Kurtzman, Senior Vice President of McShane’s Southwest Regional Office. “Kierland is going to be a great addition to Scottsdale, and, with 9,500 square feet of amenity space and high-end finishes, it will provide residents with a resort-style living experience.”

Positioned on 1.74 acres at 7111 East Tierra Buena Lane, the development will feature five stories of wood frame construction over a two-story concrete podium with one subgrade level. The exterior façade will consist of an attractive mix of stucco, stone and metal panels with wire and glass railings on the balconies.

At the basement level, the building will provide underground parking for residents as well as a bike storage/repair room. The ground level will feature additional tenant parking, the main lobby, leasing and management offices, mail center and a dog park. The second floor will incorporate a clubhouse with a poker room and community kitchen. Also at this level, tenants will have access to a deck with a saltwater pool, spa and barbecue areas. Floors three through six will consist of a mix of studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom apartment units.

All units will contain high-end finishes, beverage centers and premium appliances. Many units will feature NanaWall systems with private balconies. The top floor will hold penthouse suites with upgraded finishes.

McShane has been involved in the project since its earliest stages, allowing them to implement pre-construction services that mitigate changes in scope and budget increases during construction. The team successfully provided budget updates at every planning milestone and design-assist services for the building’s major systems.

Completion of Kierland is slated for April of 2022. The architect of record is Design Studio Architects.

McShane Completes Avenida Naperville

McShane Construction Company recently completed the construction of Avenida Naperville, an active senior living community in Naperville, Illinois, for adults 62 and older. McShane is a premier builder of senior/active living communities in the United States with over 30 years of experience and more than 4,500 units constructed. Avenida Naperville marks the firm’s 14th senior/active living assignment in the past five years.

“Many adults desire a smaller, maintenance-free home as they get older, but don’t want to give up their freedom and active lifestyle,” noted Jeffrey A. Raday, President of McShane. “Avenida Naperville is perfect for this group and a great alternative to traditional senior living communities as it offers resort-style amenities and extensive programming that promotes healthy living.”

Designed by Meeks + Partners, the property incorporates a total of 146 apartment homes across six two- and three-story, wood-frame buildings. Intended to be representative of local historic neighborhoods, the buildings feature an attractive mix of brick and stone veneer with Hardie lap and panel siding.

Residents can choose from nine different floor plans featuring one or two bedrooms. Each unit offers a private balcony or patio, spacious master bedrooms, stainless steel appliances, quartz countertops and luxury flooring.

Residents also have access to 13,000 square feet of amenity space, including a clubhouse with a bistro, fitness and yoga studios, a theater, library, private dining room and creative arts studio. Outside, residents can enjoy spacious courtyards that feature a swimming pool and spa, barbecue and dining areas, a game lawn and a yoga lawn.

For leasing information, visit Avenida Naperville’s website at www.avenidanaperville.com or contact their team at 331.305.5304.

McShane Constructs Option Care Health’s New Facility

McShane Construction Company has begun construction of a 50,000-square-foot, build-to-suit facility for Option Care Health, Inc. in Itasca, Illinois for developers, Quadrangle Development Company and Janko Group. Approximately 55% of the single-story building will house office space, while the remaining 45% will incorporate licensed compounding pharmacy ambulatory infusion suites and support spaces for Option Care Health, the nation’s largest independent national provider of home and alternate site infusion therapy services.

“We’re excited to be constructing another innovative building in suburban Chicago,” shared Jeffrey A. Raday, President of McShane. “This space is especially unique because it includes a technologically-advanced pharmaceutical preparation area, patient-centered infusion suites, clinical collaboration spaces and efficient supply chain management infrastructure.”

McShane is performing the construction of the building shell as well as the interior buildout for the tenant. The facility will be situated on a 6.10-acre lot and will feature brick masonry with stone window and parapet wall accents.

The facility will feature open offices, private/shared offices, conference rooms and collaboration space for Option Care employees. There will also be a treatment area, a showroom/presentation space and a pharmacy lab area.

The building’s warehouse areas will feature two walk-in coolers and freezers, with two truck docks and two drive-in doors.

Completion of the facility is slated for June 2020. The architect of record is Wright Heerema Architects. The architect for the interior build-out is Whitney Architects. JLL is the broker representing the tenant.

McShane to Bring Affordable Senior Living to Stonecrest

Construction has begun on Stonepointe, a 238-unit, affordable, 55+ senior living residence in Stonecrest, Georgia for repeat client, Dominium.

“There’s a nationwide shortage of affordable housing that extends into the senior living market,” remarked Scott Hoppa, Senior Vice President of McShane’s Southeast region. “Stonepointe will help Stonecrest-area seniors who are faced with the difficulty of finding affordable housing, and we’re proud of the role that McShane has in that.”

McShane was brought on by Dominium during the permitting stage of pre-construction. The team went through final design meetings and pricing with the client, which allowed McShane to provide feedback on any inconsistencies and ultimately avoid increased costs and time delays.

Positioned on 11.29 acres of land at 6757 Covington Highway, the four-story, wood frame building features a brick and cement-siding exterior. Units will be offered in one- to three-bedroom configurations with one-, 1.5- and two-bathroom options. Each unit will feature granite countertops and a mix of luxury vinyl tile flooring and carpet.

The facility also boasts of best-in-class amenities that will provide residents with convenient services and entertainment. These amenities include a hair salon, laundromat, library, theater room, fitness room and tenant storage.

McShane is also performing site work for Stonepointe, including the construction of a parking lot with 210 spaces.

Completion of Stonepointe is slated for July 2021. The architect of record is Martin Riley Associates.

Construction Begins on Springs at Deer Valley

Construction has begun on Springs at Deer Valley, a 296-unit apartment complex in Phoenix, Arizona. McShane Construction Company was selected by Continental Properties to provide general contracting services for the development, which marks their 19th Springs assignment for Continental. This is one of three multi-family projects that McShane currently has underway in the Phoenix area.

“We’ve recently seen a surge in demand for multi-family developments in Phoenix in response to the rapid growth the city has experienced,” commented Jim Kurtzman, Senior Vice President of McShane. “Springs at Deer Valley will be a great option for anyone looking for an amenity-rich development in Phoenix.”

Located on 17 acres of land at 24025 N. 23rd Avenue, the development will incorporate 12 two-story, garden-style apartment buildings with a total of 296 units. The buildings will feature wood frame construction with an attractive stucco exterior. Units will offer studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom configurations with one to two bathrooms. All units will incorporate granite countertops in the kitchens and bathrooms.

In addition to a central clubhouse with a fitness center and outdoor pool, residents will have access to an attractive array of amenities including a dog park, fire pit, seating area, pergola and barbecue area. The property will also feature two garage buildings as well as 265 carports and 532 parking spaces.

Continental Properties owns and operates 60+ Springs communities across the country. The company believes that their approach to developing multi-family communities offers a long-term investment for both the company and the areas that they serve. The natural exterior finishes and indigenous plants that are used in their communities, combined with their innovative interior space-planning, showcases practicality, privacy and peace of mind for residents.

Completion of Springs at Deer Valley is slated for June 2021. The architect of record is Phillips Partnership.

Affordable Housing Underway in Maywood

McShane Construction Company has begun construction on a new affordable housing development for repeat client, Interfaith Housing Development Corporation. Interfaith is a nonprofit community housing development corporation whose mission is to develop long-term affordable housing. Fifth Avenue Apartments will be located on South Fifth Avenue in Maywood, Illinois and will incorporate both apartments and ground-floor retail.

“This project has been in the making for some time now, so we’re excited to have broken ground on it,” remarked Jeffrey A. Raday, President of McShane. “With the need for affordable housing in this community, the area’s residents will benefit from this new housing development.”

The building features a unique structure of precast and metal studs. This is atypical for multi-family projects, but increasing in popularity due to the fact that precast is faster and more efficient to install, more cost-efficient and allows for finishes to be installed directly on the panels.

Inside, the development will incorporate a total of 72 affordable residential units on floors two through five, together with 4,000 square feet of retail space on the first floor. Units include studio, one-, two- and three-bedroom configurations with one to two bathrooms. Residents will also have access to a nicely landscaped backyard with a perimeter fence and 32 parking spaces surrounding the development.

Designed to achieve National Green Building Standard’s Bronze Level and receive ComEd’s Energy Efficiency Grant for affordable housing, Fifth Avenue Apartments incorporates a number of sustainable features. Elements include a high-performance HVAC system, windows with a low U-factor, efficient insulation and high-performance light fixtures with LED lighting.

McShane performed numerous rounds of value engineering during the pre-construction phase in order to reduce costs and increase the overall quality of the project. As part of this, the firm provided design/build subcontractors for the precast and HVAC. By engaging their design/build services for part or all of a project, McShane gives clients an early project cost guarantee, a shorter project schedule and a reduced burden on the client’s resources.

Completion of Fifth Avenue Apartments is expected for February 2021. The architect of record is HED.

McShane to Build Office and Retail Space in L.A.

McShane Construction Company has begun construction on 900 Gayley Avenue, Westwood’s newest office and retail property. The mixed-use development will feature 33,317 square feet of office space and 5,182 square feet of retail space. Pacific Property Partners is the developer managing the project on behalf of 900 Gayley Avenue Associates LLC.

“We’re looking forward to providing Westwood with modern office and retail space,” remarked Charlie Stone. “We’re ready to tackle the challenges that come with building a ground-up development in an urban setting and look forward to seeing the final result.”

Located next to Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center in the heart of Westwood, the development is designed to match elements of the surrounding historical Westwood architecture. The steel frame and cast-in-place concrete structure will consist of four stories of office and retail space constructed over a three-story, underground parking structure with a brick, glass and metal panel exterior.

The building will incorporate rooftop bio filtration planters, high ceilings, efficient lighting, state-of-the-art HVAC and sound insulation, making it a desirable, energy-efficient property for businesses. Tenants will also have access to an electric vehicle charging station and 88 parking spaces within the three-story parking garage.

McShane is also performing site work for the project, including the demolition of an existing two-story building.

Completion of 900 Gayley Avenue is slated for May 2021. The architect of record is Architects Orange.

2019 Chicagoland AGC Project of the Year Honorable Mention

New Moms Oak Park received a Project of the Year Honorable Mention from Chicagoland AGC. New Moms Oak park is a supportive living residence that provides assistance to young mothers in need. The development consists of a four-story, 18-unit building supportive living residence that is comprised of one- and two-bedroom units to accommodate various sized families.

2019 Chicagoland AGC Project of the Year

Aurora Arts Center was recognized by Chicagoland AGC as one of the 2019 Projects of the Year in the Renovation over $10 million category. The project involved transforming an 80,000-square-foot historic building into a 25,000-square-foot school for performing arts, 8,000 square feet of rehearsal space for the Paramount Theatre, a 4,000-square-foot restaurant, 38 apartments designed to support working artists and four guest apartments for Paramount Theatre performers. The space also includes flex and dance studios, rehearsal rooms, locker rooms, collaboration space for artists and a gallery for artists to host their exhibitions.