Recently, we started on our part of the multi-million dollar renovation of Freedom Hall Civic Center in Johnson City, TN. Freedom Hall is a multi-purpose facility that hosts concerts and sporting events. One of the main attractions this fall is East Tennessee State University’s Buccaneer basketball. Our part of this project includes replacing 5,100 chairs which are roughly 40 years … Read More
Clement Hall is a dormitory on the campus of the University of Tennessee, Knoxville. Built in 1956 the structure then accommodated 236 students. An expansion in 1963 upped its capacity to 450. Today, Clement Hall houses 698 students on 8 floors in double occupancy suites. We assisted with the remodel of this historic University of Tennessee building which was completed in 2015. When architects, Adams Craft Herz Walker, planned the revamp of the residence hall, they wanted to modernize the design. However, they faced a … Read More
If there’s anything you need more of during any construction project, it’s time. No matter what type of project you are working on, time is most always against you. Finding a way to decrease production time without sacrificing quality or safety is a difficult balance. We have a solution that will decrease construction time. It is also budget friendly. The … Read More
Hospital Headwall systems are growing in popularity in the healthcare industry, and for good reason. The forWard® Headwall System is incredibly efficient to install and maintain, it aids with consistency and ease of use for hospital staff, and it offers patients a little piece of home through its custom design capabilities. All of this enhances patient care while improving the efficiency of hospital … Read More
Design sets the tone for any environment. The right auditorium seating changes the way concertgoers enjoy a performance or the way a community experiences a sporting event. Likewise, high-quality wall panel systems unify style, structure, and brand identity in key spaces such as corporate, education, and healthcare facilities. Before implementing a design, however, it’s imperative to understand how that vision … Read More
When designing and constructing any scientific, medical, or educational establishment, it’s important to achieve a balance between practical layout, streamlined usability, and great aesthetics. If done correctly, these elements will come together to create a truly effective space. In the case of healthcare facilities in particular, it’s critical that the space be created with the patient as the primary focus. … Read More
During the summer of 2014, Steve Ward & Associates worked with the Greenback School in Greenback, TN, to create a seating solution for the school’s gym and auditorium. The proposed options needed to be not only cost-effective but serve the varied needs of these multi-use spaces while conserving square footage for maximum utility as well. Working alongside the architect overseeing this … Read More
For every commercial project, no matter the size, construction and design are guided by a few prevailing watchwords: “on time” and “on budget.” It’s a balancing act that requires the management of not only cost and schedule, but also supplies and quality. While prefabricated options can indeed help to offset the price of materials, they can also reduce the lead … Read More
