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Slippery Rock University

August 14, 2023 kadams2020

August marks back-to-school month and the completion of two higher education projects with Slippery Rock University. Both the President’s kitchen and Vincent Science Center - Engineering Labs received a renovation on their existing space.

Slippery Rock University recently determined the need for renovations to their President’s home. The kitchen hosted outdated, marred millwork and appliances. As the new President prepared for her move, Shannon prepared the kitchen. Walls were removed to create an open concept complete with new millwork, appliances, paint, and tile work.

The Engineering Labs was a redesign of existing classrooms to create three new engineering labs. The renovated labs consist of new flooring, lab casework, glass marker boards, exhaust hoods, and painting. The students will return to newly renovated labs this fall semester.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop

July 20, 2023 kadams2020

North Way Christian Community – Wexford

July 20, 2023 kadams2020

Shannon Construction was hired to work on the project as a prime contractor with TI Services and their subcontractors.

The lobby work consisted of the installation of the mezzanine metal structure, poured concrete floor, and glass railing. Under the mezzanine, custom wood ceiling slats, ceiling wood slats, and a featured wood wall were installed. The lobby was upgraded with new lighting, fresh paint, polished concrete floor, new carpeting, and a new reception greeting area with all new custom millwork and glass.

New entrance corridors were constructed behind the reception greeting area to access the Autism Ministry Area and the Kids Ministry Area. New restrooms and new Kids Ministry nursery areas and classrooms were built. New cabinets and all new doors/frames and installed throughout the corridor and classroom areas.

Carbon Health Urgent Care – Easton Gateway

February 1, 2023 kadams2020

Carbon Health, an urgent care facility located in Columbus, OH awarded Shannon Construction the tenant fit out of an existing 3,600 sf ambulatory care facility with an expedited 12-week schedule.

The scope included customer reception, four urgent care, two primary care rooms, a staff lounge, and two new restrooms. The renovation required the installation of new underground utilities, new framing, MEP rough-ins, drywall, acoustical ceilings, lighting, electrical, HVAC, plumbing finishes, and floor and wall finishes.

CCA – Johnstown

February 1, 2023 kadams2020

The Feeder Canal Building, located at 647 Main St Johnstown, PA., has weathered devastating floods, fires, and time. Over the past 100-plus years, it has been an office for a senator, dentist, and contracting company, among others. The number of renovations has been vast, with most only adding layers to the sturdy bones of the building and hiding its history.

However, when Shannon Construction partnered with Strada Architects and The Commonwealth Charter Academy (CCA) to renovate the approximately 30,000 SF building and 7,000 SF exterior space into a new Cyber Academy, the old layers were removed, allowing the original structure to be highlighted.

The Opportunities in Historic Trades Restoration

November 15, 2022 kadams2020

Historical restoration trades such as window restoration, masonry restoration, plaster repair, and finish carpentry are all highly specialized, making it hard to find skilled craftsmen in these areas of expertise today. These restoration trades are a dying field and something not many younger tradesmen are familiar with.

According to the Historic Trades Labor Analysis, July 2022 Edition, rehabilitation construction is still growing. The rehabilitation of existing buildings represents nearly $85 Billion each year. There are 96 million buildings in the US, and about 40% are over 50 years old. That equals roughly 4.3 to 6.2 million structures defined as “historic.” There are many “historic” buildings in need of restoration. However, there is a huge need for tradesmen. Comparatively, there are about 8,545,000 construction workers but only 1,311,000 construction rehabilitation workers. There are considerable benefits to having training and experience in historic preservation. Not only does it increase the quality of work and reduce the number of mistakes, but there is a premium of around 9% on wages.

There are many programs to help revitalize these trades. Here are some resources.

The National Trust for Historic Preservation dedicates a whole page on its website to the preservation and restoration of these trades. They provide resources to learn more about the trades and various training opportunities.

The Campaign for Historic Trades is another excellent resource for anyone interested in a career in historic restoration. This website provides a step-by-step process of how to get your career started.

Shannon Construction Company has a government services branch in the DC/Maryland area where we have completed various projects. The projects include the St. Regis Hotel’s structural repairs and facade upgrades. Additionally, the National Institute of Standards and Technology’s Cafeteria Renovation.

11 Stanwix, 9th and 22nd Floor Speculative Suites

August 26, 2022 kadams2020

Shannon Construction partnered with M&J Wilkow at 11 Stanwix to renovate two speculative suites with a fresh, new aesthetic for potential tenants.

Both the 9th and 22nd floors boast expansive open layouts, cafe style kitchenettes with premium wall coverings, and glass walls allowing for less obstructed views of some of the most iconic scenes in Pittsburgh. Other interesting aspects of the projects include intumescent paint applications on the exposed steel columns and a corrugated metal and plastic laminate panel custom built plumbing stack enclosure.

Glenmede Wealth Advisors

August 26, 2022 kadams2020

Glenmede, an investment and wealth management firm, selected Pittsburgh to open its ninth regional office, specifically within the historic Union Trust Building on Grant Street in downtown Pittsburgh.

The third floor space, previously a speculative suite for The Davis Companies, offered the square footage Glenmede required to create their vision including a unique Pittsburgh bridge column surround with shelves holding historic pieces from the building The complete renovation included building additional offices, conference rooms, modified lighting, hvac, and new finishes throughout.