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bringing the building into the 21st century in terms of comfort, safety, security, and accessibility. The project added a rooftop deck and reopened previously closed off street-level access. The ground floor now encompasses a coffee shop, bodega, restaurant, and salon, and it provides cohesion throughout the “micro” neighborhoods along Main Street. The award-winning project is a great example of successful integrated design. The project was delivered on time and on budget, as the integrated project delivery method caught potential issues early on, mitigating risk of change-orders. It also led to a deepened relationship with the construction partner and additional projects with them, including their own offices. Whatever the project delivery method, it’s critical the people involved know their business and work well together. At Cushing Terrell, not only have we embraced a multi- disciplinary service offering, but we’ve also successfully partnered with builders for years by working together proactively from the very onset of any project. Building those relationships and establishing trust with project partners is key to establishing trust and confidence in your clients, realizing successful projects, and earning subsequent work. Josh Hersel is an associate principal at Cushing Terrell and leads the firm’s multi-family residential and mixed-use development projects. Connect with him on LinkedIn.
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yields cost savings because issues are caught early on. Having contractors and subcontractors look at designs as they’re developed means they have input on drawings when it has the most impact – before construction begins. “This method can minimize surprises, increase efficiencies, and spur innovative ideas along the way, because each discipline validates the methods and decisions as the project unfolds.” With contractors and subcontractors at the table, they can review the architecture, codes, life and safety aspects, and building materials. A framer’s input, for example, can identify a better nail, strapping, or wood type to minimize change orders or help control long lead times by choosing different materials. In Boise, Andersen Construction and Cushing Terrell partnered on the 10th and Main historic renovation project. The project included a full replacement of mechanical and electrical systems, as well as a new elevator and life safety provisions,
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