Sales of self-storage facility, industrial building highlight recent NAI Horizon transactions

Sales of self-storage facility, industrial building highlight recent NAI Horizon transactions

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by | May 30, 2018 | News & Updates

     PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 30, 2018) – The $10.755 million sale of a self-storage property in Buckeye and the $1.75 million sale of an industrial building in Mesa highlight recent transactions closed by NAI Horizon professionals.

Sale Transactions:

Denise Nunez negotiated the sale of a 109,855 SF self-storage property, representing both the buyer, Ross Family Trust/Barber Vallejo Properties and Barber Family Trust, and the seller, Store-All America RV & Self Storage, for $10.755 million. The property is located at 24901 W. Yuma Rd., Buckeye, AZ.

Mark Wilcke negotiated the sale of a 6,855 SF industrial property, representing both the buyer, 1426 W. Broadway Group, LLC, and the seller, Capps Rent-A-Car, for $1.75 million. The property is located at 1426 W. Broadway Rd., Mesa, AZ.

Matt Harper and Kevin Higgins negotiated the sale of a 6,382 SF medical office building, representing both the buyer, Anita Ramaiah and/or nominee, and the seller, Susan H. Lindstrom, Trustee of the Lindstrom Revocable Trust, for $1.35 million. The property is located at 7285 E. Earll Dr., Scottsdale, AZ.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon negotiated the sale of a land property representing the buyer, 3915 Stock Hill, LLC, for $800,000. The property is located at 3915 N. Stockton Hill Rd., Kingman, AZ. Dwayne Patterson with RE/Max Prestige Properties represented the seller, Kerry Raymond.

Sharon Reeves negotiated the sale of a 2,700 SF retail property, representing the seller, GEOPEN, LLC, for $499,000. The property is located at 10824 N. 71st Place, Scottsdale, AZ 85254. Eric Butler with Kidder Mathews represented the buyer, Jaiveer Sandhu, LLC.

Mark Wilcke negotiated the sale of a 0.65-acre industrial property, representing the seller, Zanzach of Arizona. LLC, for $150,000. The property is located at 45 W. Olive Ave., Gilbert, AZ. Brook Miller with RE/MAX Solutions represented the buyer, Fen Investments Inc.

 Lease Transactions:

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the tenant, Zipps Sports Grill, in a 120-month retail lease at 10654 N. 32nd St., Phoenix, AZ.

Mark Wilcke represented the landlord, ICC Tempe, LLC, in a 60-month industrial lease at 2929 S. Fair Lane, Tempe, AZ.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the landlord, in a 120-month retail lease for 7,250 SF with Hubbard Swim School at 1981 N. Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear, AZ.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the landlord, in a 120-month retail lease for 2,388 SF with Music & Arts at 1981 N. Pebble Creek Parkway, Goodyear, AZ.

Tyler Smith and Troy Giammarco represented both the tenant, Stage Left Productions, Inc., and the landlord, Arizona Property Management, LLC, in a 60-month retail lease at 11310 W. Bell Rd., Surprise, AZ.

Bruce Hanley represented the tenant, The Addison Group, in a 26-month office lease at 2398 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Phillip M. Breidenbach with Colliers represented the landlord, ViaWest Group.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the landlord, New Bell Tower, LLC, in a 60-month retail lease at 4926 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Mona Oshana with Southwest Property Sales & Leasing represented the tenant, UR Market, LLC.

Matt Harper represented the tenant, T&T Bakery, in a 65-month retail lease at 560 N. Estrella Parkway, Goodyear, AZ. Ryan Amato with Eisenberg Company represented the landlord, Eisenberg Canyon Trails Development II, LLC.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the tenant, Ken’s Nails, in a 72-month retail lease at 1635 E. Indian School Rd., Phoenix, AZ.

Mark Wilcke represented the landlord, Ann O. Richmond, LLC, in a 36-month industrial lease at 1720 E. Curry Rd., Tempe, AZ. Jim Kost with InTeam Realty, LLC represented the tenant, Recovery Solutions, Towing & Transport, LLC.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the landlord, New Bell Tower, LLC, in a 60-month retail lease at 4926 W. Bell Rd., Phoenix, AZ. Chuck Gibson with SRS represented the tenant, TruGrocer Federal Credit Union.

Troy Giammarco represented the tenant, Temple Arts, LLC, in a 60-month lease at 9635 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, AZ. Allen Blanchard represented the landlord, D&C Holdings, LLC.

Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek, Gabe Ortega and Patrick Anthon represented the tenant, Dream Swirls Frozen Yogurt, in a 60-month retail lease at 15557 W. Roosevelt St., Goodyear, AZ

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Grand Center Plaza, LLC, in a 60-month retail lease at 11001 N. 99th Ave., Peoria, AZ.

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Robert and Arlene Thatcher, in a 26-month retail lease at 4734 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ.

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Puchhi, Inc., in a 24-month retail lease at 9501 W. Peoria Ave., Peoria, AZ.

Rick Foss represented the landlord, Friedman Anthem, LLC, in a 60-month lease at 42302 N. Vision Way, Anthem, AZ.

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Robert and Arlene Thatcher, in a 38-month retail lease at 4740 W. Glendale Ave., Glendale, AZ. Charlotte Henderson with Berkshire Hathaway Arizona Properties represented the tenant, Kimberly S. Horton and Corey D. Horton as members of Purple Gurls, LLC.

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Grand Center Plaza, LLC, in a 12-month retail lease at 11001 N. 99th Ave., Peoria, AZ.

Matt Harper represented the landlord, Sayan 26 Investment Group, LLC, in a 12-month retail lease at 4323 W. Cactus Rd., Glendale, AZ.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

by May 30, 2018
Tech expert Barry Manuel named Chief Information Officer at MEB Management

Tech expert Barry Manuel named Chief Information Officer at MEB Management

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by | May 30, 2018 | News & Updates

     PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 30, 2018) – MEB Management Services, a provider of comprehensive multifamily management services throughout the Southwest, has named Barry Manuel as its new chief information officer.

A native of San Diego, Manuel will be responsible for strategic technology planning to accommodate business growth objectives for all of MEB’s companies. He joins MEB after 17 years at Shelton-Cook Real Estate Services.

Manuel earned a Master’s of Science degree in information management from Arizona State University. He is involved with the W.P. School of Business at ASU, the TechExecs Network, and Arizona Professional Networkers.

“We are very excited to welcome Barry to the MEB family,” said Jodi Sheahan, Founding Principal with MEB. “The utilization of technology in all areas of our company is critical when creating value for our clients, residents, and team members. Barry will play a significant role in driving the strategy of creating more value utilizing technology and leading the change management required.”

Manuel is married and has two teenage sons. He is an active outdoorsman and enjoys hiking, camping, and cycling. He volunteers at his church and also with the U.S. Forest Service.

 

by May 30, 2018
Sigma Contracting, Inc. completes conversion of distribution center into manufacturing building for innovative construction firm

Sigma Contracting, Inc. completes conversion of distribution center into manufacturing building for innovative construction firm

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by | May 23, 2018 | News & Updates

 

      SCOTTSDALE, ARIZONA (May 23, 2018) – Sigma Contracting, Inc., celebrating its 35th anniversary, converted a distribution center into a manufacturing facility for Katerra, a technology-driven offsite construction company.

The exterior of Katerra’s new facility at 624 N. 44th Ave., in Phoenix.

The $7.9 million project at 624 N. 44th Ave., in Phoenix consists of 200,000 SF of manufacturing area and 40,000 SF of office space for Katerra’s design team. The manufacturing side is a single story with 28-foot clear height. The office portion is two stories.

Katerra, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, manufactures large building components off-site, particularly for the multi-family industry. It can fabricate an entire wall (including windows) off-site for final assembly at a construction site. The technique allows for lower cost and higher-quality finishes.

“Katerra’s goal is to revolutionize design and construction by creating a platform that allows them to control the entire distribution process from concept to completion, including direct buying power from other manufacturers,” said Dan Hinkson, owner and president of Sigma Contracting. “This was the first manufacturing facility to be built for Katerra, and as such, the project continuously evolved as thought processes evolved and additional employees with new thoughts and perspectives were brought on board.”

The project converted a 30-year-old distribution center to a modern, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.  It is the first of six scheduled manufacturing plants that Katerra will operate. The Phoenix plant will produce fully-loaded wall panels, floor joists, roof joists, and has 10,000 SF dedicated to manufacturing cabinets and stone countertops.

The office houses Katerra’s engineering teams and component designers who work on the various designs that are integrated with the manufacturing equipment. In addition, the construction scope included a full-service kitchen facility that can prepare up to 500 meals a day for Katerra employees and guests. When construction was completed in late 2017, there were approximately 30 employees occupying the office portion. Today there are more than 100 staff members utilizing the office space and more than 100 working on the factory floor.

“With this rapid growth, everything about the processes and staff was new and untested,” Hinkson said. “Each new manager brought a slightly different vision as to how to best set up and run the new plant and the office space. In addition, the office, showrooms, kitchen, dining, and conference areas continued to change as demand changed due to the rapid growth in employment.

“Sigma was honored to have been on board to help bring this first factory to life for Katerra. We look forward to the innovative changes Katerra will inevitably bring to our industry,” Hinkson said.

Other team members on the project were Richard+Bauer Architecture, architect of record; and notable subcontractors Statewide Electric, Lifetime Plumbing, R&M Concrete, and J. Wolf Mechanical.

The $7.9 million project at 624 N. 44th Ave., in Phoenix consists of 200,000 SF of manufacturing area.

Katerra, headquartered in Menlo Park, California, manufactures large building components off-site, particularly for the multi-family industry.

by May 23, 2018
NAI Horizon negotiates $3.23M sale of Surprise office building

NAI Horizon negotiates $3.23M sale of Surprise office building

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by | May 17, 2018 | News & Updates

PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 17, 2018) – NAI Horizon represented the seller in the $3.23 million sale of an office building at 14780 W. Mountain View Blvd., in Surprise.

NAI Horizon Senior Vice President Tyler Smith, along with Marcus Muirhead of Lee & Associates, represented the seller, Surprise Mountain, LLC of Bellevue, Washington.

“The property is well designed for office or medical tenants,” Smith said. “It has abundant parking and is well located with the Banner Del Webb Medical Center in close proximity.”

Constructed in 1998, the 32,505-square-foot office building sits on 4.27 acres. It features 212 parking spaces. It is 82 percent occupied by tenants ranging from those in the medical industry to those in financial services. It is adjacent to the Del Webb community of Sun City Grand. It is located near Grand Avenue and the Loop 303 freeway.

The buyer, Development Services of America, Inc., of Scottsdale, Arizona, was represented by John Cerchiai of Lee & Associates.

 

by May 17, 2018
NAI Horizon negotiates long-term industrial lease for distribution firm located in Gilbert

NAI Horizon negotiates long-term industrial lease for distribution firm located in Gilbert

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by | May 16, 2018 | News & Updates

     PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 16, 2018) – NAI Horizon Senior Vice President Jeff Adams represented the tenant in negotiating a long-term lease for a Gilbert-based distribution company at 2075 W. Obispo Ave., in Gilbert, Arizona.

NAI Horizon represented AES Direct Express, LLC, an Arizona limited liability company in the industrial lease worth $1.676 million. AES, an administrative, distribution, pick and ship, and logistics firm, will occupy 40,415 square feet of the building, which totals 110,975 SF.

“Working together in conjunction with the listing agent, we were able to identify and procure a unique potential growth opportunity in this present high-tenant demand market,” Adams said. “It afforded my client the ability to nearly double its space capacity while also providing a no-downtime, solid long-term lease solution for the landlord.”

The building is an attractive, two-user property with Papa John’s distribution occupying the balance of the space.

The landlord, LIT Industrial Limited Partnership (a Clarion company) of Dallas, Texas, was represented by Steve Sayre and Steve Larsen of JLL.

 

 

by May 16, 2018
Arizona commercial real estate industry scores key victories at 2018 legislative session

Arizona commercial real estate industry scores key victories at 2018 legislative session

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by | May 10, 2018 | News & Updates

 

     PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 10, 2018) – The 2018 state legislative session that adjourned on May 4 was productive for Arizona’s commercial real estate industry as BOMA Greater Phoenix had a 5-0 record on bills on which it took a position.

The biggest joint victory for BOMA was a grand compromise on GPLET reform. A unanimous deal was struck between developers, cities, and tax watchdogs on the long-term retention of the 8-year property tax abatement and narrowing the application in the future to a capped landmass contained in a Central Business District (CBD) within a city.

HB2126 passed almost unanimously and was signed into law by Gov. Doug Ducey on April 17.

“BOMA provided lead testimony when this bill was heard in committee and participated in stakeholder negotiations led by Representative Vince Leach of Oro Valley throughout the fall and winter,” said Tim Lawless, Executive Director of BOMA Greater Phoenix. “The Arizona Multihousing Association, a key coalition partner with us, also played an instrumental role in advancing the compromise by proposing land mass percentage boundaries for a CBD rather than dwelling on subjective ‘slum’ and ‘blight’ definitions in the eyes of the beholder.”

Lawless said another victory for BOMA was on the education front with the passage of SB1390 which extended the soon-expiring .6 percent state sales tax rate for K-12 education (originally Prop 301 passed in 2000) in order to get more resources of every dollar expended into the classroom. That bill was signed into law on March 26.

“BOMA/CREED were the only two commercial real estate groups to register in favor of the legislation,” Lawless said. “The fact that BOMA played a constructive role in getting more state resources into K-12 gives our industry credibility to be at the negotiation table as calls to raise taxes next year will only get louder and we need this seat to protect our industry and keep our economy growing.”

The third major victory for BOMA was support for reform of the property tax appeals system which now prohibits a tax court from making a ruling where the property tax assessment for a home or business can exceed what the county assessor was originally seeking. HB2385 was signed into law with an emergency clause on March 23.

BOMA also had a major victory by amending the archaic prime contracting law for MRRA especially as it relates to the tax treatment of alterations and improvements. SB1409 was originally written to exclusively benefit the cities and general/subcontractors at the expense of commercial real estate owners as it would have raised taxes on owners $50 million per year.

“AMA and BOMA fought this tax increase windfall and we struck a fairer compromise where the changes in TPT tax law will either be revenue neutral or a slight tax cut for owners,” Lawless said. “At the same time, it provides clarity and more simple compliance on alterations/improvements for general and subcontractors.”

This bill was passed the last night of session by wide margins and awaits the governor’s signature.

BOMA also shared a victory with the AMA on the last night of session by successfully opposing a major tax break proposed for selected elderly homeowners who would have their property tax rates slashed in half (10 percent assessment ratio reduced to 5 percent) at the expense of businesses who would bear the cost shift implications.

“Not only was this potentially a violation of the state constitution’s ‘uniformity clause’ of taxation, it would have established a poor precedent,” Lawless said.

The bill, SB1268, died with 11 votes in favor and 45 opposed and is now a good litmus test for future tax shift bills.

“Property tax shifts are a major impediment to solving the main economic development challenge facing Arizona in growing high wage jobs,” Lawless said. “The primary coalition of BOMA/CREED/AMA/ATRA along with the Arizona Chamber, NAIOP and Valley Partnership on selected issues was a very effective team in looking out for the bottom line this past legislative session and should continue next session as well.”

 

 

by May 10, 2018
Copperstate entry ‘Thunderbird Fields’ wins 2018 REIAC/Rockefeller Group Challenge

Copperstate entry ‘Thunderbird Fields’ wins 2018 REIAC/Rockefeller Group Challenge

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by | May 10, 2018 | News & Updates

Three teams compete in the finals of the 5th Annual ASU MRED event

PHOENIX, Ariz. (May 10, 2018) – It was one of the closest finishes in its history as three teams competed in the 5th Annual REIAC/Rockefeller Group Challenge held May 8 at Arizona Country Club.

Teams consisting of graduating students from Arizona State University’s W. P. Carey School of Business, Masters of Real Estate Development (MRED) program competed for cash prizes. Copperstate Development captured the top honor, garnering $1,000 each for team members Robby Leonard, Cody Wolfe, Josh Rodriguez, and Mohammed Almehaidib.

This year’s project was the 148-acre Arizona State University Thunderbird School of Global Management campus in Glendale. ASU is moving the school to its downtown Phoenix campus.

Copperstate’s winning entry, Thunderbird Fields, is a four-phase, master-planned development that features new and rental homes, adaptive re-use projects, single tenant retail, open space, medical offices, and respects the history of the former World War II airbase that opened in 1946.

“The biggest challenge was taking into account what the city really wanted compared to what the market was asking for,” Leonard said. “Going through the general plan and to be able to come up with uses for our product was a great experience.”

Copperstate’s four goals for the project are balanced housing types, conservation, rehabilitation, and redevelopment. Historical elements on the campus include Founders Hall, Hangar 1, and the old air traffic control tower.

“The greatest satisfaction was getting through the three-synthesis process and finally coming to a conclusion. You know what you’re looking for in the build-out process, marketing, and the pro formas. You really get to see how the development process works. We had a great team. Everyone contributed equally,” Leonard said.

The other finalists and their projects:

  • Atlas Partners – Oasis Village at Thunderbird, a multi-generational village that also preserves the history of Founders Hall, Hangar 1, and the control tower. Atlas highlighted connectivity and walkability in a mixed-use community. It featured amenities seen at The Presidio in San Francisco and Agritopia in Gilbert.
  • GP Development – The Landing at Thunderbird, a mixed-use development geared towards active and retired service members. Plans called for converting Hangar 1 into an incubator for veteran-owned businesses. It features single family and multi-family housing, senior living, medical offices, a specialty grocer, and a landing loop featuring a splash pad, pavilion, and dog park.

Each team was allotted 10 minutes to present a development solution followed by questions from the audience. Audience members chose the winning team immediately after the presentations.

Mark Stapp, director of the MRED program, said the challenge has made great strides in just 5 years.

“Two things get better every year,” Stapp said. “One is the support that comes from the REIAC membership and the Rockefeller Group because that’s how this becomes real in terms of the student experience and not just in theory. The student experience continues to improve as we develop an alumni base. As the program develops a reputation, we get better students every year.”

In addition to sponsoring the annual Challenge, REIAC Southwest awards two $2,500 scholarships to MRED students that have a financial need and want to pursue real estate careers in Arizona after they graduate.

 

by May 10, 2018
NAI Horizon retail team negotiates long-term lease for Biltmore Nail Bar at Biltmore Plaza

NAI Horizon retail team negotiates long-term lease for Biltmore Nail Bar at Biltmore Plaza

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by | May 9, 2018 | News & Updates

    PHOENIX, ARIZONA (May 9, 2018): NAI Horizon represented the tenant in negotiating a long-term lease for Biltmore Nail Bar at the prestigious Biltmore Plaza shopping center, located at 3150 E. Camelback Rd., in Phoenix.

The NAI Horizon retail team of Gabe Ortega, Chris Gerow, Shelby Tworek and Patrick Anthon represented Biltmore Nail Bar, LLC of Phoenix in the 10-year lease transaction.

“Biltmore Plaza is one of the premier retail properties along the Camelback Corridor with a dynamic tenant roster that really caters to the high-end consumers in the area,” Ortega said. “The caliber of the build-out and concept that the tenant has planned here is going to set a new standard for luxury in the beauty and aesthetics service sector. In addition to manicures and pedicures, they will also offer waxing, facials, and therapeutic massage.”

The grand opening is scheduled for mid to late September.

Biltmore Nail Bar will occupy 5,000 square feet at Biltmore Plaza, which sits on 10.65 acres at the NWC of Camelback Road and 32nd Street. Built in 1979, Biltmore Plaza is anchored by a Safeway supermarket.

 

by May 09, 2018
Aaron Gordon joins Earthworks Environmental as compliance manager

Aaron Gordon joins Earthworks Environmental as compliance manager

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by | May 8, 2018 | News & Updates

     GILBERT, ARIZONA (May 9, 2018) – Earthworks Environmental, LLC has expanded its Arizona operation with the hiring of Aaron Gordon as a compliance manager.

Prior to joining Earthworks Environmental, Gordon worked for 10 years in the primary fields of environmental due diligence and contaminated site management for both regional and multi-national environmental consulting firms.

Most recently he was the transaction services lead for the Cleveland, Ohio, office of Environmental Resources Management (ERM), a global provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting services, and sustainability related services.

“By offering land acquisition due diligence services, combined with our existing construction stormwater and dust permitting compliance services, we can provide seamless service from land acquisition through final site stabilization,” said Cherie Koester, Principal/Founder of Earthworks Environmental. “Aaron is a great asset to our team.”

Gordon has completed hundreds of environmental due diligence projects including transaction screens, lease exits assessments, desktop-based assessments of sites both domestically and abroad, and Phase I Environmental Site Assessments. His project experience has included agricultural properties, vacant and occupied residential and commercial properties, and active and closed industrial facilities primarily focused on manufacturing operations.

Working with diverse due diligence project teams in North America, Europe, and Asia, Gordon has worked under strict confidentiality and expedited timeframes. In addition, his experience with Phase II Investigations and contaminated site management allows him to recognize potential contaminants. This assists clients in making informed decisions on potential cleanup options and liability concerns.

Gordon is a graduate of Johnson State College in Johnson, Vermont, with a degree in natural resource management. He is a U.S. Army veteran.  He served as a combat engineer, training sergeant and paratrooper. He was deployed in support of Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan).

by May 08, 2018
Barrow artificial intelligence suite, CTCA suites, senior living facility, Arizona Care Network highlight projects by Iconic Design Studio

Barrow artificial intelligence suite, CTCA suites, senior living facility, Arizona Care Network highlight projects by Iconic Design Studio

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by | May 7, 2018 | News & Updates

PHOENIX, ARIZ. (May 8, 2018) – Iconic Design Studio continues to provide comprehensive interior design services for diverse client projects.

They include a suite at Barrow Neurological Institute for a cutting-edge radiologist using artificial intelligence; satellite suites at Cancer Treatment Centers of America; a 15,000-square-foot new headquarters for the Arizona Care Network; and a 125,000 SF senior assisted living facility.

Besides providing interior design services, Owner/Principal Kelli Berry of Phoenix-based IDS consulted on conceptual interior space.

>> Barrow Neurological Institute AI suite (Barrow Artificial Intelligence Center), 1,200 SF, Phoenix: Work performed includes interior design, graphic design, FFE scope, and providing artwork. Work on the suite at BNI, 222 N. 3rd Ave., is scheduled to be completed in mid-2018.

“While this is a small project in size, it is huge in the world of healthcare technology,” Berry said. “Dr. Igor Barani’s current research studies explore various applications of big data analytics and artificial intelligence with the aim of improving outcomes for brain tumor patients and making clinical workflows more efficient.

“This technology will change the world of healthcare as it relates to brain and spine disease and pave the way for future diagnosis for other diseases. The IT requirements for this project are stringent and massive in scope. The people who work in this facility are of a generation accustomed to working on lounge seating, utilizing walls of writing surfaces, and more edgy design. This space, while very affordable (project cost of $300,000) will not have a typical hospital feel but rather a harder edge ‘techie’ feel more conducive to a creative environment,” Berry said.

ARCHSOL is the architect on the project.

 >> Cancer Treatment Centers of America: IDS recently completed the interior design of two Outpatient Care Centers for Cancer Treatment Centers of America (CTCA), which are located in Scottsdale and North Phoenix. These facilities will focus on serving more patients more quickly, giving them greater access to personalized, patient-centered cancer care, with experts who focus only on cancer.

“CTCA is keenly aware of the environment their patient base needs to provide better health success outcomes,” Berry said. “On our part, there was attention to performance products, ease of maintenance, and control of external costs. IDS consistently provides a reasonable return on the company’s investment, which is always top of mind when designing any space.

“Evidence-based design is the key to understanding the design elements required to present the healing environment we all desire. It’s really common sense though. Clean, organized, consistent, soothing color palette, textural interest, natural lighting, inspiring art, and comfort are just a few of the design elements necessary to offer a kind and loving space in which to heal.

“CTCA, from our experience, has always asked us to look through the viewfinder of the patient. It is quite refreshing to work with folks who really care about the needs of those who are seeking better health. CTCA has plans for future growth within the community and IDS has plans to march right alongside with them,” Berry said.

“We focus a tremendous amount of time and attention on the needs of our patients. IDS is a proven partner in helping us create an environment in which our patients feel comforted and calm at a time in their life that is very often filled with anxiety and uncertainty. It is a pleasure to work alongside partners who understand the CTCA commitment to putting patients at the forefront of everything we do,” said Alan Swain, Assistant Vice President, General Services, CTCA in Greater Phoenix.

>> Arizona Care Network corporate headquarters, 15,000 SF, Phoenix: IDS was chosen to work with the forward-thinking folks at Arizona Care Network (ACN) for their new corporate headquarters. They are currently in design with plans to move into a new, 15,000 SF facility on Thomas Road at Arcadia Gateway.

ACN is a partnership between Dignity Health Arizona and Abrazo Community Health Network and includes hundreds of independent providers. As a network of more than 5,500 providers, ACN helps improve healthcare and reduce costs by actively managing care for their patients.

“Our rapidly growing organization serves doctors, patients, and business partners. We needed an environment that conveys our forward-thinking healthcare business combined with a warm and welcoming environment,” said Jami Berger, executive director of operations for ACN. “We’ve been very pleased with the recommendations and creativity of IDS to meet this challenge.”

The new corporate headquarters will boast dependable grays, fun royal blues and lime greens to give a respectful nod to their new logo. Transact Furniture created the color palette. IDS took its ideas and applied them to the entire suite, creating a fun and dynamic space to inspire their work in transforming healthcare quality and cost.

The ACN team has plans to display a rotating art gallery in support of the community it serves. IDS is involved in display solutions for this gallery as well as other art needs for the space. IDS is also responsible for all interior finishes and specialty lighting as well as any millwork design and construction documents. ACN plans to move mid-summer.

Bridgewater Solterra Midtown interior design by IDS.

>> Bridgewater Solterra Midtown 125,000 SF, Phoenix: Work performed on the ground up construction included interior design, furniture, art, construction documents, and project management. Work included flooring that consisted of Mohawk Group Modular 24×24 Seek Unique. Kitchell was the general contractor and Orcutt Winslow was the architect on the project.

“It was refreshing to work on a senior housing project with forward-thinking developers and operators who understood the need for more sophisticated and contemporary housing whether for low or high income. The demographics are demanding it,” Berry said. “We were able to give this resident-based facility the interior look of a high-end hotel.”

by May 07, 2018