by Sherrie Byler | Jan 13, 2016 | Ancon News
St. Dominic’s Catholic Church and Architect/General Contractor Ancon are excited to announce that the Good Shepherd Hall building project is complete in Bremen. The building was dedicated with fifty hours of Eucharistic Adoration in early December. The expansion project includes a new chapel, conference room, restrooms, lobby, and information center connector. “Particular attention to architectural details allow the building to appear as if it was always there,” explained Ancon Designer Matthew VanSoest. “Our team listened, studied, and understood the specific ministry needs and then translated those needs into the actual building design.” he added. Tom Keller, coordinator of the Design Leadership Team states: “We cannot say enough regarding the professional design and construction services provided throughout the entire process.” The project was overseen by Project Manager Doug VonGunten, Deisgner Matthew VanSoest, and Job Superintendent Chris Cormican.
by Sherrie Byler | Jan 7, 2016 | Ancon News
TLCU Financial and Ancon Construction are excited to announce the completion of a new credit union building on Main Street in Mishawaka.
The new credit union responds to the “new age” of banking design. The business center and lobby is based on the dialogue banking concept – following the examples of new retail and hospitality environments. A teller line is replaced with pods or stations which allow for a relaxed, welcoming setting. Furthermore, customer service is improved through a more transparent interaction between tellers and customers. A two story lobby with elevated display nook, stone feature wall, and soft seating makes the space feel like a living room. Other programmatic spaces include offices, staff lounge, support spaces, and work rooms. The second floor features executive offices and conference room overlooking the lobby below.
The building has already received rave reviews – “…architecturally significant”, “…a somewhat retro style”, “…very unique how all the angles come together”, and “…its really nice to have distinctive architecture that draws your eye and feeds your soul”.
Ancon listened to all our wants and needs and exceeded our expectations!”, comments TLCU Financial CEO/President Jonette Thompson.
by Sherrie Byler | Nov 20, 2015 | ANCON News
School’s in session! Goodwill Industries of Michiana and Ancon Construction are excited to announce the completion of a 25,000 sqft building project at The Excel Center – South Bend. The project is a great example of “adaptive re-use” as it converts an old, vacant office into modern educational spaces. The Excel Center – South Bend, which is operated by Goodwill LEADS, INC, provide adults the opportunity and support to earn a high school diploma and pursue post-secondary education while developing career paths that offer greater employment and career growth opportunities. Approximately 300 students are enrolled!
Project Manager Doug VonGunten reflects on the challenges and rewarding outcome of the project. “The biggest challenge of the project was the aggressive schedule. Several early delays, which were out of Ancon and the client’s control, condensed the construction schedule down to approximately 8 weeks from the original plan of 12-14 weeks. The start of the school year could not be delayed and the project had to be ready for incoming students. We mobilized the site on July 27th and we achieved certificate of occupancy on September 28th. We had great cooperation and a hard working team by all the subcontractors involved and could not have completed the project on time without their commitment.”
For more information, please visit www.excelatgoodwill.org.
by Sherrie Byler | Nov 15, 2015 | ANCON News
Work continues on a large renovation project at the Inovateus Solar campus. Architect and General Contractor Ancon Construction estimate the project to be complete in late December. The project involves the retrofit of warehouse space into a modern office suite which features private offices, open office, conference room, staff lounge, and 2-story atrium. “A unique feature in the design is that each private office contains a large glass sliding door to allow day lighting into the core of the space,” adds Ancon Designer Matthew VanSoest. Foreman Matthew Krause and Project Manager Todd Stone are overseeing the project.
Inovateus Solar is one of the country’s top providers of solar energy services. With the ability to offer customers a wide variety of solar energy products and services, Inovateus Solar has built a strong portfolio of customers ranging from fortune 500 companies to utilities, universities, municipalities and the federal government.
by matt | Aug 15, 2015 | ANCON News
Goodwill Industries of Michiana and Ancon Construction are excited to announce that construction is underway at The Excel Center – South Bend. The Excel Center – South Bend, which is operated by Goodwill LEADS, INC, will provide adults the opportunity and support to earn a high school diploma and pursue post-secondary education while developing career paths that offer greater employment and career growth opportunities.
The project, designed by MPA Architects and built by Ancon Construction, will be overseen by Project Manager Doug VonGunten and Field Superintendent Mike Crawford. The renovation project consists of approximately 22,000 sqft and features numerous classrooms, large break room, lounges, offices, and drop-in center. The project is estimated to be complete at the end of September. According to the website www.excelatgoodwill.org, 260 students have already applied.
For more information, please visit www.excelatgoodwill.org.
by matt | Jul 14, 2015 | ANCON News
Champagne Metals and Ancon Construction are excited to begin a 77,000 sqft building addition in Middlebury. Project Manager Cullen Stanger and Field Superintendent Justin McDonald will oversee the project which will be complete in late December. The project will allow for more additional warehouse and production spaces.
Champagne Metals is a premier metal service center specializing in aluminums products and aluminum coil processing. For more information, visit www.champagnemetals.com.
