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2023 CONSTRUCTION EXCELLENCE AWARDS
GENERAL BUILDING OVER $20 MILLION
BANCROFT CONSTRUCTION
The River House Apartments
The project consisted of a new five-story, 300-unit apartment building on the bank of the Christina
River and boasts a striking design with upper floor cantilevers to optimize the views of the river and a creative palette of materials to create a compelling aesthetic. The construction manager was able to successfully overcome several challenges, including limited access for staging construction activities, placement of foundations with a high water table, and working in a brownfield site. The angular floor plan also created unique framing conditions. The CM was able to navigate through these many challenges and deliver a project worthy of a Construction Excellence Award for the owner.
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RESIDENTIAL
DEWSON CONSTRUCTION COMPANY
Waterfront Estate Renovation
The Dewson team led this project
to become a revival masterpiece
for a 250-year-old historic estate
and overcame challenges to the neglected and in-ruins structure. All trades involved were impressive at restoring and adding to the original character of the 10,000 sq. ft. home, including finished carpentry, historic preservation, metal work, window restoration, and finishes. Modern amenities minimally impacted the historic project with all-new electric and plumbing systems and a state-of-the-art geothermal loop. A new exposed timber structure was integrated with salvaged wood beams from a nearby church fire. Dewson’s team beautifully restored this estate and successfully renovated it with historical respect.