The ABC Awards Gala was held at the Indiana Roof Ballroom in Indianapolis on Sept. 30th. ABC's Award of Excellence in Construction honors the skill and creativity of the entire team – contractor, owner, architect, and engineer – responsible for an outstanding project. Majority Builders was recognized for the Press Ganey Administration Office Building located in South Bend’s Ignition Park. On hand to receive the award were Rick Slagle – President of Majority Builders, Allison Bogunia, Amy Bernth, and Katie Toothaker – TANGO Design, and Christopher Kidney – Architect at Majority Builders. We would like to thank our partners on this project – Press Ganey, Great Lakes Capital, EPOCH a Division of Shive Hattery and TANGO Design.

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Press Ganey Administration Office Building | South Bend, IN

Press Ganey’s new 77,264 SQ. FT. Administration Office Building, designed by EPOCH a Division of Shive Hattery, is located on the grounds of the former Studebaker plant, a Brownfield Site, in South Bend, Indiana. The site was cleaned-up and redeveloped by the City of South Bend for a new state-certified technology park.

The overall design invokes innovation and technology with the use of sleek materials and clean details throughout. Prominent features include induct HVAC UV-C disinfecting systems, rooftop deck w/ custom canopies, contemporary interior design, ample daylighting, and unique shading elements.

Press Ganey Underground Water Storage System

The stormwater system at the new Press Ganey Administration Office Building in Ignition Park will handle 248,540 gallons of stormwater. Underground stormwater detention allows for high volume storage of runoff in a small footprint area. Stormwater detention systems slow and temporarily hold stormwater runoff so that it can be released into the environment at a controlled rate. This system increased usable land by providing space for a parking lot that will be above it.

 

GLC Corporate Office | Granger, IN

This 4660 Sq. Ft. office buildout incorporated unique wood elements, quartz, graphic patterned carpet appointments and modern lighting fixtures. It was a Majority Builders Design-Build project, the Design Architect was Christopher Kidney, AIA. The Architect of Record was Joe Dzierla & Associates, with Interior Design by Tango Design.

Lippert Components Corporate Office | Mishawaka, IN

Majority Builders completed the build-out of the new Lippert Components Corporate Office in Edison Lakes, Mishawaka. This 17,380 SQ. FT. state of the art office was a Design-Build project that utilized contemporary elements. It is truly an outstanding modern office space.

Lippert specified this Liquid Crystal Switch Glass between two executive offices. It is a remarkable and simple technology that uses electro-chromatic technology to interchange between transparency and an opaque state by applying voltage that is controlled with a standard wall switch.

Switchable Privacy Glass

 

GIBSON | South Bend, IN

This office buildout for Gibson in the Key Bank building included the 11th through 14th floors. The total renovation was 28,855 square feet for this great office space.

 

LOU HANSELL CO. | South Bend, IN

Majority Builders finished this exciting new 2750 sq. ft. office buildout for the LOU HANSELL CO. on the Fifth Floor in the Barnes & Thornburg Building in South Bend.

 

MURPHY RICE, LLP Office Building | Mishawaka, IN

Majority Builders was selected to build this upscale two story office building located at 303 W. First Street, Mishawaka, IN. It is the home of the law offices of Murphy Rice, LLP. This            modern structure, designed by ALLIANCE ARCHITECTS, was constructed from glass, architectural metal panels and brick. Total Sq. Ft. is 5,620 with 2,852 Sq. Ft. on the ground floor and 2,768 Sq. Ft. on the second floor.

 

WNDU Channel 16 Newsroom | South Bend, IN

Majority Builder performed the Design-Build renovation of the WNDU Channel 16 Newsroom. The 2447 Square Foot space required a complete demo and rebuild that resulted in a modern futuristic design. LED lighting, glass panel walls and doors, as well as dimmable ceiling lights that reflect off the ceiling provide a very comfortable and inviting workspace.

 

Catalyst One & Two - Ignition Park  I  South Bend, IN

Majority was chosen as the negotiated Design-Build contractor for these state-of-the-art buildings, Catalyst One & Catalyst Two, located in South Bend’s technology park - Ignition Park. Catalyst One is a 49,000 square foot technology focused building that will be the home to new start-ups and high technology data companies. Catalyst Two is a 50,000 square foot building that is an exciting venture with the University of Notre Dame, General Electric and the city of South Bend. It houses the newly created University of Notre Dame Turbomachinery Laboratory.

 

Furrion Office & Innovation Center | Elkhart, IN

Majority Builders was chosen as the designated Design-Build contractor for this 37,000 sq. ft. Furrion Office & Innovation Center located in the Elkhart East Office Park at the junction of the I-80 Toll Road and County Road 17.

 

Tire Rack Corporate Office Annex | South Bend, IN

Viewable from the 80/90 Interstate the new Tire Rack Annex Office and Call Center Building makes a contemporary statement. Majority was awarded the contract for this 3 story, 34,000 sq. ft., competitive bid building project. The white composite metal panels and large areas of glass draws the attention of travelers. Even the open office partition system has tire tread decals to add to the company working environment.

 

SEMMA HEALTH Office | South Bend, IN

Majority Builders renovated the fourth floor at the One Michiana Square Building for SEMMA HEALTH, located at 101 East Wayne Street, Suite 400. This Design-Build renovation project included the entire 19,979 sq. ft. fourth floor. Tango Design provided the interior design services for this project.

 

OZINGA Office | South Bend, IN

This Majority Builders Design-Build project is a great of example of blending the client’s product of concrete into the modern elements of this office. Headquartered in Mokena, IL, Ozinga has been an integral part of Indiana communities since its first Indiana location opened in 1973.

 

LionsHead Specialty Tire & Wheel Corporate Office | Goshen, IN

Majority Builders was chosen as the designated Design-Build contractor for this 22,668 square foot two story facility that is located on Steury Avenue in Goshen, IN.

At the top of the owners reasons for building this new corporate office were to create a better corporate image and to show investment in the LionsHead employees by providing a state of the art workspace. The office spaces throughout the building utilized the latest in contemporary colors and materials with high efficiency LED lighting. Break areas for the plant personnel on the ground floor features Terrazzo floor, solid surface countertops, and use of several widows that supply natural light, providing a welcome break from the production floor.

This Design-Build project met the exact pricing and contract prior to having Forum Architect’s complete the plans for final construction documents and state plan review.

 

Raymond James Office | Mishawaka, IN

Raymond James office interior build-out at 4215 Edison Lakes Pkwy, Suite 300 Mishawaka. IN

 
 

SYM Financial Advisors | South Bend, IN

SYM Financial Advisors office interior build-out at 4215 Edison Lakes Pkwy, Suite 320, Mishawaka is completed. This slideshow takes you inside their new 2162 Square Foot office space.     

 

Pokagon Administration Building | Dowagiac, MI

The use of bright colors, symbolic  and sustainable design features added to the character of this 19,100 square foot Administration Building for the Pokagon Band of the Potawatomi Indian Tribe. The project included using sustainable practices, closed loop geothermal HVAC, cement board siding, native plantings and other energy saving electrical lighting controls and fixtures.
 

 

American Trust Place | South Bend, IN

Majority negotiated the general construction portion of this 36,270 sq. ft. renovation and building addition located downtown South Bend. The project consisted of the demolition of the former All American News stand and Jewelry store tenant spaces, installing new windows, cleaning and reworking the limestone facades of the old historic building.

A five story building addition constructed of structural steel, concrete, brick and limestone, granite, metal stud framing, and spans of aluminum curtain wall window systems was then erected. Majority installed walls and trims of the common lobby area, installed the building elevators and renovated the parking area.

The five story building addition was designed by ALLIANCE ARCHITECTS, and features six luxury living units on the upper floors, the regional headquarters for Lake City Bank, and Cafe Navarre, an elegant, fine dining restaurant. The living units are served by a secure lobby entrance and were custom designed to capitalize on the panoramic views of the city skyline.

 

Elkhart Chamber of Commerce Office | Elkhart, IN

Majority Builders is a Gold Sponsor Member of the Greater Elkhart Chamber, and was the successful bidder on this competitively bid renovation project. The modern design elements were a departure from the previous dated look.

In keeping with the downtown location, paving brick veneers were applied to the floor of the front desk area. Brick on some walls and in the hallway tie the entire space together. The stamped tin ceiling tiles added a nostalgic feel as well.

Custom elements included coffered ceilings with LED lighting, architectural screen elements on the reception desk front, hanging aluminum grids in the conference room and a custom built Chamber Member Sponsor display board.

 

Three Edison Lakes Lobby | Mishawaka, IN

 

Hereus-Kulzer | South Bend, IN

Designed by Joseph Dzierla & Associates Inc., this 25,877 Sq. Ft. building office space renovation and remodeling project was completed in five months.

 

Patrick Industries | Elkhart, IN

Patrick Industries Corporate Office Renovation transformed a dated space into a modern attractive workspace.

 

Krieg DeVault | Mishawaka, IN