by Peter Madrid | Nov 5, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (Nov. 5, 2024) – Denise Nunez, Executive Managing Director, and Andrew Agresta, Investment Sales Associate at NAI Horizon, represented the seller and secured the buyer in the $4.35 million sale of a permit-ready site located at 19208 S. 196th St., in Queen Creek, Arizona.
A local developer acquired the 9.73-acre site, which is ready for immediate construction of an RV/boat and self-storage facility. The planned development will consist of 149,115 net rentable square feet (NRSF), including 595 units with a mix of self-storage and RV/boat parking options. The facility will feature:
- 71 drive-up units;
- 214 climate-controlled units;
- 49 fully enclosed RV parking spaces;
- 206 covered RV parking spaces;
- 55 open parking spaces.
“While many developers have delayed new projects, this site stands to benefit from strong demand for institutional-quality RV/boat and self-storage facilities, particularly in the growing community of Cortina, a master-planned development by Fulton Homes,” Nunez said.
The Nunez Storage Group, led by Denise Nunez, is the national team within NAI Global’s Self-Storage Advisory Group, specializing in the sale and acquisition of self-storage assets across the country.
About NAI Horizon
Exceptional global commercial real estate solutions begin with local market leadership and expertise. Established in 1992, NAI Horizon is a full-service commercial real estate company serving Arizona with offices in Phoenix and Tucson. NAI Horizon is passionate about commercial real estate, providing Brokerage and Property Management Services for local, national, and international clients. NAI Horizon is a member of the NAI Global commercial real estate network providing real estate solutions to more than 325 offices worldwide. For more information, visit www.naihorizon.com.
About NAI Global
Advisory Services, Leasing, Property Management, Property & Note Sales, and Tenant Representation
NAI Global is a leading global commercial real estate brokerage firm. NAI Global offices are leaders in their local markets and work in unison to provide clients with exceptional solutions to their commercial real estate needs. NAI Global has more than 325 offices strategically located in 65 countries throughout North America, Latin America, Europe, Africa and Asia Pacific, with over 5,800 local market professionals, managing in excess of 1.1 billion square feet of property and facilities. Annually, NAI Global completes in excess of $20 billion in commercial real estate transactions throughout the world.
NAI Global provides a complete range of corporate and institutional real estate services, including brokerage and leasing, property and facilities management, real estate investment and capital market services, due diligence, global supply chain and logistics consulting and related advisory services. To learn more, visit www.naiglobal.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 22, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (Oct. 24, 2024) – When Seth Simmons founded Southwest Design Building 10 years ago, he was certain his experience as an exceptional general contractor would play a big part in the fledgling company’s success.
A decade later, Southwest Design Building is flourishing as Simmons has completed projects in Arizona, Colorado, Oklahoma, Texas, Utah, New Mexico, and Nevada. Simmons and his team have constructed projects in healthcare, retail, commercial, hospitality, food and beverage, and Industrial totaling more than $100 million. Project types vary from raw land development to multi-site mixed-use, with each project being different from all others.
Seth Simmons
Building on his 10 years of success with Southwest Design Building, Simmons has now added two additional companies to his business portfolio. Seeing his clients’ needs for additional future services post-construction and maintenance in general after construction, he started Southwest Facility Maintenance to serve these needs.
In addition, after years of joint venture projects with Sigma Contracting, Inc., Sigma Southwest was created to merge and expand the services and resources of both.
“I am very honored and humbled to be able to carry the Sigma brand forward after (Sigma Contracting founder) Dan Hinkson has successfully operated for more than 40 years in the construction industry and look forward to another successful 40 years,” Simmons said.
Simmons has made Southwest Design Building successful by managing multiple user and multiple location projects for repeat clientele, as well as challenging stand-alone projects. For 10 years he has provided leadership for staff and operations, as well as direction for all design-build operations, program management, project management, condition assessment services, and construction processes.
Simmons possesses a unique understanding of design, authority, and city review processes that many contractors don’t have. His years spent with a design-build firm, as well
as the necessary construction processes and administration, have helped him become a well-recognized and well-utilized general contractor.
Understanding how important trust is in a contractor, Simmons has built and maintained multiple, long-lasting relationships yielding repeat projects and satisfied clients. Clients recognize Southwest Design Building’s commitment to quality, budget, and schedule for all their construction needs. His commitment to this is proven by the fact that returning clients account for more than half of the business every year.
Clients include CBRE, Banner Health, DaVita, Honor Health, Dignity Health, Common Spirit, Younan Properties, and Conde Enterprise.
“I take pride in being responsive to real needs by acknowledging that money and time are always tight, and performance must be measurable,” Simmons said. “We serve as an extension of the owner – equivalent to staff that otherwise would have been hired, serving for the duration of the project.”
In 10 years, Simmons has grown the Southwest Design Building office to 12 employees that include estimators, project managers, superintendents, project coordinators, and accounting professionals. In 2018, the company purchased its current location at 22 E. Victory St., in Phoenix.
“I am very excited for the next 10 years. With the addition of Sigma Southwest and the added team members, the sky is the limit for Southwest Design Building, Southwest Facility Maintenance, and Sigma Southwest,” Simmons said.
For more information, visit southwestdesignbuild.com.
DaVita Ashley dialysis
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 21, 2024 | News & Updates
October 21, 2024 – A landmark conservation easement covering 1,889 acres of vital ranchland in Big Chino Valley has closed, marking a significant step in the region’s land and water conservation efforts. This agreement, made in partnership between Yavapai Ranch, The Nature Conservancy (TNC), and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), is the first easement to be completed in the area.
Unregulated groundwater pumping, development and climate change have negatively impacted the Big Chino Aquifer, a groundwater basin located in north-central Arizona primarily within Yavapai County. This critical resource provides a future water supply for the communities of Prescott, Prescott Valley and Chino Valley. It also supports the Verde River – which irrigates farms and provides recreational opportunities for people.
The Yavapai Ranch conservation easement is a voluntary agreement that limits development and associated groundwater withdrawals from the Big Chino Aquifer, while preserving agricultural use. The conservation easement incentivizes managing water use at existing levels and continuing agricultural best management practices. By collaborating with the landowner, this protection will help maintain the region’s delicate water balance and ensure that the grasslands remain a home for birds and wildlife.
Land Advisors Organization (LAO) and Hermitage Land Co. represented the landowner. LAO’s Conservation Division partnered with TNC to secure Farm Bill funding for the project. They also designed a broader conservation easement program that focuses on preserving agriculture and a flowing Upper Verde River by ensuring there is enough water in the right place at the right time for people and nature amidst warmer and drier weather.
“We’re grateful to our ranching partner for collaborating with us on this easement,” said Jody Norris, TNC Land Protection Director. “By working together, we’re able to protect water, wildlife, grasslands and preserve the family’s ranching business.”
This easement is part of a broader conservation strategy in northern Arizona and is supported by the Regional Conservation Partnership Program. The RCPP – which has provided a $23 million grant for this work – is designed to protect water resources, preserve local agricultural land and resilient grasslands, and promote sustainable land management practices in Big Chino Valley, northwest of Prescott.
“Land Advisors Organization worked with The Nature Conservancy and conservation partners to design the RCPP and a conservation easement program as a framework that provides a locally led solution to rural groundwater management. This partnership has provided a much-needed alternative to state-mandated regulation,” said Heather Reading, Conservation Division Leader for Land Advisors Organization. “I’m thrilled that our clients at Yavapai Ranch were the first landowners to participate in the program and demonstrate leadership in resource management.”
The historic Yavapai Ranch is one of the oldest continually operating cattle ranches in Arizona, having been homesteaded in 1868. The conservation easement is over 1,889 acres on the eastern edge of the ranch that skirts the Big Chino Valley grasslands, one of the largest intact native grasslands in Arizona.
These high-quality grasslands support one of the state’s largest remaining herds of pronghorn antelope — an Arizona wildlife species of concern due to impacts of grassland conversion and habitat fragmentation. The ranch is within the Grand Canyon to Prescott Corridor Complex, identified by Arizona Game and Fish as critical for all wildlife given that this area has the highest future potential for fragmentation and development in the state.
Additionally, the conservation easement lies atop the western edge of Big Chino Aquifer. The aquifer is located outside of an Active Management Area (AMA), which means that groundwater withdrawals are not regulated in any way. Thus, it is at risk of depletion from residential development, municipal pumping, and the increasing threat of large-scale commercial crop farms.
The headwaters of the Verde River emerge from perennial springs fed by the Big Chino Aquifer and the upper river is almost entirely dependent on the aquifer for baseflow. Flows from the 195-mile Verde River are a lifeblood for Arizona. The Verde River supports abundant native fish and wildlife. It supports the tri-cities of Prescott, Prescott Valley, and Chino Valley that depend on groundwater from its aquifers.
Downstream communities of the Verde Valley depend on the river for irrigated agriculture and river recreation that drives tourism and economic prosperity. Even further downstream, the Verde River provides a critical source of drinking water for over 5 million people in metropolitan Phoenix.
For more information on the RCPP program, please contact:
Jody Norris
Protection Program Director
The Nature Conservancy in Arizona
jody.norris@tnc.org
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About The Nature Conservancy:
The Nature Conservancy is a global conservation organization dedicated to conserving the lands and waters on which all life depends. Through science-based solutions and partnerships, the Conservancy addresses the most urgent environmental challenges.
About Land Advisors Organization:
Land Advisors Organization is the nation’s largest land brokerage and advisory firm, specializing in large-acreage transactions and conservation easements that balance land development with sustainability. The firm’s advisors work with landowners and purchasers to provide a comprehensive and effective evaluation of land in markets across the United States.
About NRCS:
The Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is an agency of the United States Department of Agriculture that provides technical assistance to farmers and other private landowners and managers. NRCS’s mission is to help conserve and restore natural resources on private lands.
by Peter Madrid | Oct 15, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZONA (Oct. 15, 2024) — Wespac Construction Inc. is excited to announce the upcoming construction of a new 76,652 SF academic facility, set to enhance the existing campus of Saint Thomas the Apostle, located on 24th Street between Camelback Road and Campbell Avenue in Phoenix.
The current facilities, originally built in the 1950s, have aged and are struggling to meet the needs of the expanding parish and the demands of a modern school.
The new multi-story building will include a variety of essential facilities such as classrooms, administrative offices, and a cafeteria. A welcoming lobby and unique spaces such as a state-of-the-art student union and commons area will enrich both the academic and social experiences for students.
The parking lot will undergo renovations. A significant portion will remain untouched, while the rest will be resurfaced and restriped. The project will not reduce the number of parking spaces available. Construction will be carried out in a way that ensures the campus remains fully operational throughout the process.
This project is being delivered in partnership with Saint Thomas the Apostle School, the Roman Diocese of Phoenix, and Hamilton Architecture. The project is slated for completion in the first quarter of 2026.
Wespac Construction is honored to collaborate on this significant project, helping to shape a modern educational space that will serve the community for generations to come.
About Wespac
Established in 1991, Wespac Construction Inc. is a general contracting and construction management firm, offering preconstruction and construction services in a variety of market sectors. From small tenant improvement projects to large shell and master-planned communities, Wespac is a true partner to our clients throughout the entire project lifecycle. We pursue the art of construction, while contributing knowledge, leadership, passion and commitment to every employee, client, and project team. Wespac has offices in Phoenix and Flagstaff, Arizona. www.wespacaz.com
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 14, 2024 | News & Updates
MESA, ARIZ. (Oct. 14, 2024) – The Streamline Companies held a grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony last week at an asset it acquired in February, an 18,500 SF office building on Power Road in Mesa, and also announced it is under contract to acquire a new asset, a medical office building in Phoenix.
Investors, tenants, and ambassadors with the Mesa Chamber of Commerce attended last week’s grand opening at 1234 S. Power Road in Mesa. The asset, Twelve 34 South Power, is 93 percent occupied. It totals 13 suits, including the office of The Streamline Companies.
Tenants include a urological practice, two counseling services, a financial service, an insurance company, and a yoga office and studio. Improvements included repaving the entire parking lot, a new monument sign, and xeriscape landscaping.
“We’re excited to be here in the Southeast Valley, we love Mesa,” said David J. Hrizak, CEO of The Streamline Companies. “We were the first recipients from the City of Mesa for its xeriscape landscaping program. We collaborated with the City of Mesa to remove grass and go to a more desert landscape program to reduce the water usage at the building. We’re making a commitment to be here not just for today but for many years to come.”
Streamline Capital Group, the investment arm of The Streamline Companies, entered the Arizona market in 2023 with the $5 million acquisition of a two-building complex totaling 39,000 SF, rebranded as The Grand on 44th, in the Arcadia Lite neighborhood. The property underwent nearly $1 million in renovations to modernize the facility and convert vacant spaces into ready-to-move-in suites, sparking interest in the asset.
After Streamline Capital Group acquired the Mesa office building for $2.8 million, it rebranded it as Twelve 34 South Power.
Hrizak announced that Streamline Investment Group III is under contract to acquire Parkwood Professional Plaza, a four-story, 73,532 SF medical office building at 5501 N. 19th Ave., in Phoenix, for a favorable price.
“After the acquisition, Parkwood Professional Plaza will be rebranded to Uptown Medical Center. We will then implement the Streamline Process by investing $1 million for the completion of tenant improvements and modernization program begun by the current owner,” Hrizak said. “We believe the combination of its prime location and favorable local demographics positions it perfectly for long-term use as a medical office building.”
The asset is strategically located just west of the Biltmore area and less than a mile from the Abrazo Central Medical Campus, Hrizak added.
For more information about The Streamline Companies and investment opportunities with Streamline Capital Group visit thestreamlinecompanies.com.
Tenants at 1234 S. Power Road include a urological practice, two counseling services, a financial service, an insurance company, and a yoga office and studio. Improvements included repaving the entire parking lot, a new monument sign, and xeriscape landscaping.
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 8, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (Oct. 8, 2024) – Look around the Valley and chances are you will encounter one of the numerous projects on which Steve Spears has left an indelible mark as Senior Project Consultant for Coreslab Structures Arizona.
The Catalina parking garage at Park Central in Phoenix. The SkySong parking garage in Scottsdale. The Cavasson parking garage also in Scottsdale. The Grand at Papago parking garage in Tempe. The Montebello parking garage at VAI Resort in Glendale.
After more than 40 years of experience in the precast/prestressed concrete industry, Spears is retiring in December from Coreslab Structures Arizona, where he worked for the past 25 years.
“Steve Spears has assisted on hundreds of projects, providing conceptual vision, identifying alternative solutions, and offering value-added ideas to assist the Coreslab team in determining the most cost-effective precast solution,” said Rick Reichenberg, Vice President | General Manager of Coreslab Structures Arizona.
During his tenure at Coreslab Structures Arizona, Spears’ primary focus has been on assisting architects, engineers, developers, and owners early in the building process with pre-construction design assistance, estimating, budgeting, value engineering, BIM, capturing LEED points, project fabrication, product delivery, and field installation all the way through to the project closeout.
“I sincerely appreciate the many meaningful friendships and daily learning opportunities I have had along this amazing journey. My business goal has been to be an effective design-build partner and add value by optimizing the project solution for our clients,” Spears said. “I’m particularly grateful in knowing that I am leaving my loyal business partners in the good hands of Ryan Mohn, another highly qualified Coreslab professional with over 10 years of experience.”
Spears is a member of the Arizona Association of Economic Development (AAED) and the Arizona Builders Alliance (ABA). He served on the Executive Council of the Arizona State University Del E. Webb School of Construction.
Spears and his family plan to live in Costa Rica for six months out of the year, working with their church’s ministry. Spears will continue to be a part-time resident of Dewey, Arizona. Away from the office he enjoys mountain biking, playing golf and tennis and is new to the popular sport of pickleball.
The Catalina parking garage at Park Central in Midtown Phoenix. (Photo courtesy of Larry Kantor Photography).
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About Coreslab Structures
Since 1975, Coreslab Structures Inc., has emerged as a major supplier of structural, architectural and hollow core solutions to markets in Canada and the U.S. With 17 precast/prestressed concrete facilities across North America, Coreslab is a leader in construction innovation, structural design and sustainable practices, dedicated to providing top quality products and services. Its commitment to excellence, leading technical expertise and collaborative culture allows it to deliver award-winning, innovative solutions that meet the schedule and cost requirements of its valued customers. To learn more visit www.coreslab.com.
by Peter Madrid | Oct 4, 2024 | News & Updates
GOODYEAR, Ariz. (October 4, 2024) – Estrella, a large-scale master-planned community in the bustling West Valley, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its ongoing development. With the successful sale of 719 homesites within the vibrant villages of Lucero and Montecito, Estrella is flourishing and attracting national homebuilders.
The recent sale of 508 homesites in the Montecito village is to national homebuilders Richmond American Homes and Lennar. The recent homesite purchases closed on Sept. 30. The homesites start with sizes ranging from 47 feet up to 65 feet wide.
The Montecito sale continues the momentum at Estrella with the sale of 211 homesites in the village of Lucero in early 2024 by Brightland Homes and Richmond American Homes. Those models are set to open in early 2025.
“As the West Valley booms with quality employment, and more commercial, entertainment and retail offerings than ever before, homebuilders have definitely turned their attention to the neighborhoods Estrella can offer,” said Jeff Zimmerman, Vice President of Development for Estrella Development Company. Estrella Development LLC is a joint venture with Harvard Investments, Toll Brothers, and Värde Partners.
“Estrella is one of the largest master-planned communities in the West Valley benefits from the healthy growth taking place in the City of Goodyear. We have great schools from pre-K through high school within Estrella. With tons of amenities already in place, it makes Estrella’s new homes even more attractive to homebuyers,” Zimmerman said.
Nestled in the foothills of the Sierra Estrella Mountains south of I-10 in Goodyear, Estrella is adjacent to the 19,000-acre Estrella Regional Park. Residents have exclusive access to community amenities including two residents’ clubs with resort-style pools, fitness centers, restaurants, a water park area for kids, and more. The community also provides residents with a Yacht Club, 72 acres of lakes, and the award-winning public Championship course The Golf Club at Estrella. There are more than 65 miles of hiking and biking trails and more than 50 community parks within Estrella.
The Estrella Welcome Center
Estrella’s growth is a testament to its enduring appeal and strategic vision. The community’s thoughtful planning and commitment to excellence have attracted top-tier builders, ensuring that each new home reflects the highest standards of craftsmanship and design. At the gateway to the Estrella community is the newly conceived Welcome Center, the recipient of three regional and national design awards in 2024.
“We have invested millions of dollars into the community to improve the experience in every way – including infrastructure, amenities, and overall experience. We’ve added new parks, improved signage, upgraded the golf experience and contributed significantly to refreshing the club experiences, to name a few,” said Tim Brislin, President of Harvard Investments, managing partner of Estrella.
“These significant new lot purchases confirm the builders’ confidence in Estrella today, and further cement Estrella’s reputation as a sought-after development that builders can invest in, as well as a recognized destination for homebuyers seeking a quality community with everything in place to enjoy now,” Brislin said.
The new builder neighborhoods will include the addition of more resident parks as well as introduce a diverse range of home styles and floor plans, catering to the varied needs and preferences of modern singles, couples, and families.
The Montecito and Lucero lot sales were facilitated by Greg Vogel, Ryan Semro, Bret Rinehart, and Wesley Campbell with Scottsdale-based Land Advisors Organization.
“Estrella has a long-standing history in the West Valley and is one of the largest master-planned communities in the country. It serves as a centerpiece of the booming West Valley, offering incredible amenities for residents,” said Greg Vogel, CEO of Land Advisors Organization. “It’s no surprise that national builders recognize the immense opportunity here, with the substantial land supply and the area’s significant employment growth. Our team is honored to represent Harvard Investments in bringing these builders to Estrella and helping unlock the full potential of this remarkable community.”
The Golf Club at Estrella
About Estrella
Home to more than 8,200 families, Estrella is a 20,000-acre mixed-use master-planned community located in the City of Goodyear, approximately 17 miles west of Phoenix. Estrella’s 500-plus acres of open space include more than 50 parks and 65 miles of paths and trails, plus 72 acres of lakes for kayaking, sailing, and catch-and-release fishing. Amenities include Starpointe and Presidio Residents’ Clubs, the Yacht Club of Estrella, two fitness centers, resort-style swimming pools, basketball, volleyball, pickleball, and tennis courts. Estrella is also home to a Nicklaus-design Championship golf course, The Golf Club of Estrella. Estrella is owned in a joint venture among Värde Partners, Toll Brothers, and Harvard Investments. For more information about Estrella, please visit estrella.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 2, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (Oct. 2, 2024) – The Arizona Masonry Council celebrated its 33rd Annual Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards for outstanding masonry design, workmanship, and creativity using brick, block and/or stone.
The banquet, which honored this year’s finest, was held at the Scottsdale Resort McCormick Ranch, with more than 300 industry members in attendance.
“The objective of the awards banquet is to honor the design community for its creativity and expression in masonry, and to honor the builders and producers for their craftsmanship and innovation of masonry products. These notable awards represent an achievement that is well respected between both the design and building communities,” said Arizona Masonry Council Executive Director Dawn Rogers.
This year’s architectural jury panel was from Albuquerque, New Mexico. The jury panel comprised Erik Mease, AIA, Principal Architect and President, SMPC Architects; Jackie Bryan, AIA, WELL AP, Senior Associate/Architect, SMPC Architects; Scott Heatly, PE, Owner/President, Heatly Engineering, Inc.; Aaron Zahm, PLA, ASLA, LEED AP, Principal Landscape Architect, Pland Collaborative; and Chris Beaty, President, Beaty Masonry Company, LLC.
The Craftsmanship Jury consisted of three retired masons from Arizona: Jan Hill and Don White, retired from Roma Masonry; and Mike Gray, retired from Sutter Masonry.
The top honor for 2024, the Gold Trowel Award, went to the Southeast Justice Center. The winning team included Maricopa County FMD, owner; Multistudio, architect; Meyer Borgman Johnson, structural engineers; Layton Construction, general contractor; Arizona Stone Brick Pavers, masonry supplier; and MAG Construction, masonry contractor.
Bart Del Duca Award winner Paul Scott and his wife Janet.
The Bart Del Duca Award went to Paul Scott, who after 46 years of structural engineering excellence, retired in 2022 from Caruso Turley Scott. The award is named after Bart Del Duca, who served his entire life in the masonry business. Winners are selected for outstanding performance, service, or significant achievement in the masonry industry.
Scott has been a registered structural engineer since 1982. His personal commitment, excellent service, and extensive design knowledge have provided for strong and steady growth. He holds professional registration in 25 states and two U.S. territories and has completed more than 10,000 design projects during his career. In 2022, he was one of the first AMC Lifetime Members, an honor given to individuals who have had a major impact on the masonry industry for a minimum of 25 years.
Also recognized was Kate McKuen a senior at Canyon del Oro High School in Tucson. A member of CDO’s Architecture Program, she competed at National Skills USA in Atlanta, as the only Arizona competitor in the masonry high school competition.
Category winners:
♦️ Monument and Entry Way Citation Award: Copperleaf
♦️ Monument and Entry Way Merit Award: Wildera
♦️ Honor Award: Hawes Crossing
♦️ Perimeter Walls Citation Award: Barney Farms
♦️ Perimeter Walls Merit Award: Union Park at Norterra
♦️ Perimeter Walls Honor Award: Hawes Crossing
♦️ Multi-Family Merit Award: The Hideaway on Palm
♦️ Multi-Family Honor Award: Moontower Phoenix
♦️ Residential Citation Award: Andrus Residence
♦️ Residential Citation Award: Modern Sunset
♦️ Non-Residential Citation Award: Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine
♦️ Non-Residential Citation Award: Banner Sports Medicine Scottsdale
♦️ Residential Merit Award: 94th Street Residence
♦️ Residential Merit Award: Breaking Beadle
♦️ Non-Residential Merit Award: Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office
♦️ Residential Honor Award: Onyx in Crown Canyon
♦️ Residential Honor Award: Silverleaf
♦️ Non-Residential Honor Award: Pima Animal Care Center
♦️ Craftmanship Award (Residential): Silverleaf
♦️ Craftmanship Award (Non-Residential): Southeast Justice Center
The Excellence in Masonry Architectural Awards program is sponsored by the Arizona Masonry Council, a non-profit organization servicing the masonry industry in Arizona.
Silverleaf, winner of Craftsmanship Award (Residential) and Residential Honor Award.
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About the Arizona Masonry Council
The mission of the Arizona Masonry Council is to create significant and lasting positive change for the Arizona masonry industry and to reinforce that our systems provide the premier building envelope solution in the minds of public and private owners, developers, architects, engineers, general contractors, and the general public. The Council and its members have played a significant role in economic development, new product and construction standards, enhanced safety policies and increased energy efficiency of masonry products. It has also been on the forefront of developing and implementing statewide education programs for the professional community as well as students from college to the high school level. The Arizona Masonry Council can be reached at (602) 265-5999 or visit azmasonry.org.
by Peter Madrid | Oct 1, 2024 | News & Updates
PEORIA, ARIZ. (Oct. 1, 2024) – FSJ Tactical, a leader in perimeter safety solutions, is proud to announce it has been selected and awarded a $6.4 million contract with the El Paso Independent School District (EPISD), the largest of three school districts in El Paso, Texas.
FSJ Tactical provides school districts and government entities in Texas and throughout the region with bullet-resistant wall panels, bullet-resistant window film, and perimeter fencing.
EPISD is the largest district in the Texas Education Agency’s Educational Service Center, Region 19. With nearly 50,000 students on 84 campuses, EPISD also is the 12th largest district in Texas and the 61st largest district in the U.S. It also is El Paso’s largest employer with nearly 9,000 employees and has an annual operating budget of $542 million.
This is the third school district in El Paso County to contract FSJ Tactical for its perimeter solutions. Contracts with Socorro ISD (more than 50 campuses) and Clint ISD (10 campuses) were completed earlier this year.
“As the number of students reporting fear of a potential active shooter situation continues to increase each year, we are proud to provide peace of mind to facility occupants at the two largest school districts in El Paso,” said FSJ Tactical COO and Owner Fernando Mendez.
“This approach supports valuable teacher retention and differentiates our commitment to safety. That two of the three largest school districts in El Paso put the safety of their students, teachers, and staff in our hands says a lot for the reputation of FSJ Tactical,” Mendez said.
FSJ Tactical’s groundbreaking glass film technology, Safe Haven Defense, was originally developed by a former law enforcement officer with first-hand experience in the outcomes of poor threat protection.
To develop its revolutionary ballistic resistant wall panels, it took building experts to refine the process of systems design, customization, fulfillment, and installation across the U.S. Ultimate facility protection can be applied to any existing wall, even historic buildings with surface shapes of all sizes.
The founders of FSJ Tactical are career contracting experts who work with their clients at the manufacturer level to understand the benefits of ballistic resistance in walls and windows.
For more information about FSJ Tactical visit fsjtactical.com.
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by Peter Madrid | Oct 1, 2024 | News & Updates
PHOENIX, ARIZ. (Oct. 1, 2024) – An exemplary collaboration among key stakeholders is bringing a new and exciting design-build project to downtown Phoenix. The newly merged Sigma Southwest will serve as the general contractor.
Formation Brewing, 925 N. 5th Ave., in Phoenix, is in a perfect space that Marti Weinstein of Diversified Partners, LLC, identified and secured for the design-build team of DPA Architects, Sigma Southwest LLC, and Sigma Contracting, Inc. Sigma Contracting executed pre-construction, and Sigma Southwest is executing construction.
The project is a design-build tenant build-out from first-generation shell space. Structural modifications were required to support the new HVAC configuration and excavation was required to lower the floor slab to the required elevation. A second form of egress was created to accommodate the use of the second-floor mezzanine. The storefront will be moved to create a larger patio space. The first floor will feature a central sunken seating area, 33-foot ceilings, a 19-tank brewing system, a full kitchen, and a 110-seat dining area.
Formation Brewery is a new concept for the owners of Denver Beer Co. (DBC) of Colorado. At 10,000 SF, it is the largest location in the DBC portfolio. The goal was to provide the same high-quality, community-focused space while venturing into a new market one state away. Sigma Contracting worked with the owners for the past nine months, collaborating to select the right design team and helping to align their image with their new branding.
The team spent a large amount of time perfecting the selection of colors, images, materials, and layout to create the perfect warm and inviting environment. Everything had to work within the constraints of the building and the budget, from electrical, plumbing, structural, and egress.
“As the initial contact for this project in mid-December of last year, I couldn’t be prouder of the way it has unfolded and the fun collaboration of the whole team,” said Sigma Southwest Business Development Specialist Melinda Hinkson. “With an established owner that knows their product and their market, their CEO is a veteran of hundreds of builds of this caliber and knows and understands what is needed and what is being asked for.
“We are grateful for the trust in us to provide the right team, a strong team, and we’ve made every effort to work through any issues before getting into actual construction. We are looking forward to toasting completion with their latest brew,” Hinkson said.
Major subcontractors included Tri-Mega Mechanical, HVAC; Reidhead Plumbing, plumbing; Black Label Steel, structural steel; and 1 Twenty Electric.
For more information about Sigma Southwest visit sigmasouthwest.com.
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