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June 19, 2016
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Michael Jordan Collision – 20

Lots of hard work coming together in the last few weeks of the Michael Jordan Collision Center project in Durham, NC.

Painting of shop space nears completion
VCT installation in Lobby complete
Michael Jordan Collision Center

Work recently completed includes VCT flooring, ceramic tile, cabinetry, ceiling tile installation, and more.  On the exterior, the front driveway entrance and concrete tie-ins  were poured, and the fire line and domestic water line work was completed.

This coming week, we will install doors, toilet partitions/accessories, plumbing fixtures, and other last minute touches in preparation for final inspections.

On the exterior, the front driveway entrance and fire line will be inspected, fencing work completed, and landscaping may be installed.

This project is being provided to the Owner through the Architect-led Design-Build project delivery method with Gontram Architecture, Inc.

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June 10, 2016
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Michael Jordan Collision – 19

Coming down to the last few weeks of the Michael Jordan Collision Center project in Durham, NC.

Work recently completed includes prime paint, ceiling grid, lighting, ductwork, above ceiling inspections, and more.  On the exterior, the rear drive was poured, and the fire line and domestic water line work was cleaned up.

Rear driveway and parking area pavement complete
Paint in Body Shop area underway
Customer Lobby finishes underway
Ceramic wall and floor tile underway, ready for grout
View from small mezzanine landing

Finishing touches underway include ceramic floor and wall tile, painting in Body Shop area, ceiling tile installation, and others.

Next week, we will see VCT flooring installed, cabinetry, and plumbing fixtures. The last bit of fire sprinkler work should be completed next week as well.

On the exterior, the front driveway entrance will be repaired, fencing work completed, and landscaping may be installed.

This project is being provided to the Owner through the Architect-led Design-Build project delivery method with Gontram Architecture, Inc.

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April 29, 2016
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Michael Jordan Collision – 14

Front canopy steel installed
Fire line installation underway near front parking lot
Installation of fire hydrant and valve
New Fire Hydrant and Post Indicator Valve
Prep deck installation underway
Doug, Superintendent extraordinaire
Rear drive and service area
Rough grading at rear drive

The front entry canopy steel went up this week for the Michael Jordan Collision Center project in Durham, NC.  Schulz Ironworks from Raleigh threw up the canopy in 2-1/2 days with only the perforated metal sign panel left to be installed next week.  The canopy is one of the finishing touches on the much upgraded entrance of this former warehouse building.

Also, well underway is installation of the fire line that will soon provide water for the new fire sprinkler system that is required for the building.  Since this is a relatively large body shop, the North Carolina Building Code requires the building be completely protected by fire sprinklers.

On the interior, installation continues for the paint booths and prep decks.

This project is being provided to the Owner via the Architect-led Design-Build process with Gontram Architecture.

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April 2, 2016
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Michael Jordan Collision – 10

 

Michael Jordan Collision Center Timelapse 2016-04-01 from Eddie Gontram on Vimeo.

Two months to go at the Michael Jordan Collision Center project in Durham, NC.

ADA Entrance ramp and wall
Panoramic of Upper Level
Panoramic of Lower Level
Wash bay slab poured
Wall framing and sheetrock installation underway
LED pendant light fixtures ready for installation

The interior concrete work is now complete, allowing metal stud framing for the customer and office portion of the project to begin.  The 30-foot high stud walls were the first to be installed.

New high windows along the south side of the building were framed and trimmed out.

The wash bays on the Upper Level were poured, allowing for the masonry wing walls to be installed in a week or so.

The front entrance canopy and ADA ramp were poured.

LED high bay lighting has begun in the Lower Level.

Next week, more exciting work continues as the paint booths are delivered and installed, and the 2,000-gallon oil-sand separator will be installed below the front parking lot. Structural steel for the new canopy entrance area is also due early next week.

This project is being provided to the Owner via the Architect-led Design-Build process with Gontram Architecture.

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January 20, 2016
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Michael Jordan Collision Center Underway!

In yet another example of the turnkey Architect-led Design-Build delivery method so popular with our clients, Gontram Architecture and Ten Penny Construction announce the commencement of construction of the new Michael Jordan Collision Center in Durham, NC. This project represents the culmination of a 3-year process of investigating several potential sites and existing buildings to examine the feasibility of locating a collision center near the existing Michael Jordan Nissan dealership. Many greenfield/brownfield sites and existing buildings were reviewed, finally settling on this existing medical records warehouse just a few miles away from the dealership.

Existing

Existing

This project involves renovating the existing warehouse for the collision center and indoor storage of new cars.  The split-level building is situated on a steep slope, tight site.

For the collision center, a new customer area will be constructed, with reception area (with complete view of shop area), offices, restrooms, and other administrative spaces.  The shop area will house shop bays, metal bays, prep deck areas, and paint booths.

On the exterior, a new drive around the rear of the building will provide service circulation as well as at-grade access to both levels of the building.

One of the more challenging aspects of the project will be adding an NFPA 13 sprinkler system to the building, currently unsprinklered. (An auto body shop of this size is required by Code to be equipped throughout with an automatic sprinkler system). A new 12″ fire line will be installed along the long driveway to the building.

In addition to the sprinkler requirements, many plumbing, mechanical and electrical requirements associated with body shop equipment and operation.  As part of the electrical package, all new lighting will be CREE LED fixtures to provide substantial energy and long-term maintenance savings.

Finally, a new “front porch” entry feature will be installed to provide a more commercial, retail and professional feel to the warehouse building.

Construction is anticipated to be complete in June, 2016.

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September 4, 2015
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10 Advantages of Architect-Led Design-Build

Ten Penny Construction teams with Gontram Architecture to deliver commercial projects via the Design-Build process.  Our unique process of architect-led design-build makes our Clients’ lives simpler by providing design and construction from a single source. The fact that we are architects and contractors gives our clients the distinct advantage of early budget confirmation, and the virtual elimination of surprises, delays, change orders, and cost overruns.

In the traditional Design-Bid-Build process, clients hire an Architect, who then designs the dream project for the Client.  It is then put out to bid to multiple general contractors, who provide a price, that may or may not be within the project budget, but is guaranteed to be ripe with potential change orders, surprises, and budget busters in the end.  It is a contentious process that puts the Owner between the design team and the construction team if a conflict arises, with multiple parties pointing fingers at each other.

In the Architect-led Design-Build process, everything is provided to the Owner thru a single-source, team approach.  The Architect and General Contractor work together from Day One to provide a successful project, within an initial budget, within the time allotted, and with no surprises.  And with a single source for design and construction, the owner doesn’t need to worry about playing referee.

At Ten Penny Construction, we make the complicated and stressful process of commercial design and construction predictable, economical, and enjoyable.  We’d like to help you with your project!  You can find out more about our process by downloading our FREE GUIDE.

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September 4, 2015
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NCSBA 2nd Floor Office Upfit Moves Along

We are currently underway with a dual Suite renovation at the North Carolina School Board Association Building at 7208 Falls of the Neuse Road in Raleigh.  After the very well received full Suite renovation for Terramor Homes on the second floor, Ten Penny Construction is now back at work finishing-off the remainder of the outdated Suites on the second floor.  Work is progressing nicely with an anticipated finish date in early October.

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February 17, 2015
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5 Ways Commercial Tenants Can Avoid Costly Mistakes

A must read post from Gontram Architecture for anyone considering commercial space…

http://gontramarchitecture.com/5-ways-commercial-tenants-can-avoid-costly-mistakes/

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