Experience

A landmark of the Detroit skyline, this historic icon was ambitiously revitalized through a complex adaptive reuse strategy. The program successfully integrates 229 luxury residential units, a 117-key hotel, seven distinct food and beverage offerings, and 38,000 square feet of white-box office space, all tied together with a fully activated alley and lobby. As the owner’s representative, we directed the construction execution and led the MEP coordination when it fell behind schedule. We succeeded in safeguarding ownership’s financial and creative interests while ensuring the project's ambitious vision was realized without compromise.

Located at the nexus of downtown Detroit, this transformative project represents one of the city's most significant mixed-use undertakings. The master plan envisions a high-density district featuring residential and office towers alongside unique experiential destinations. As a development partner, we steered the critical pre-development phase for the overall development, refining the conceptual framework and managing essential site stabilization efforts. Our involvement included comprehensive feasibility analysis, budget administration, and contract management, where we provided strategic solutions to complex design challenges to position the project for successful execution.

Comprising six distinct assets—including two high-rises and four mid-rise structures—this portfolio renovation on Chicago’s South Side presented a complex revitalization challenge. The project was executed under a Low-Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC) framework, requiring the remediation of significant deferred maintenance and unforeseen structural conditions. As the owner's rep, we provided hands-on construction oversight, ensured contractor contractual obligations, and actively mitigating budget risks while addressing critical property deficiencies. We partnered with the development team to engineer cost-effective solutions that satisfied regulatory requirements and aligned with ownership’s long-term investment goals.

Defined by sweeping skyline views, expansive private terraces, and a complex semi-private elevator configuration, this development established a unique luxury profile in the market. The project comprises 72 premium condominiums, resident amenities, and a parking podium, all executed within a logistically challenging urban infill site in Chicago. We were strategically engaged as owner's reps during a critical phase to drive the project to completion, managing strict delivery timelines and budget controls while coordinating intricate customizations for discerning buyers to ensure a seamless turnover.

Strategically positioned on Detroit’s Woodward Avenue, this project entailed the speculative transformation of a historic structure into premium, white-box boutique office space. The comprehensive revitalization involved a full structural reinforcement, complete MEP modernization, and the meticulous restoration of historic elements across all eight floors. As the owner’s representative, we aligned the construction execution with the project's financial constraints, ensuring that the final delivery met strict leasing requirements to maximize commercial viability.

Following a speculative acquisition, this 40-story historic skyscraper required a comprehensive strategy to transition from outdated commercial office space to a modern residential or hospitality asset. The project presented significant technical challenges, specifically low floor-to-floor heights that complicated infrastructure integration. As a development partner during the concept phase, we led the conceptual planning and feasibility analysis. We executed rigorous architectural test-fits to optimize density, established detailed development budgets, and devised MEP and demising strategies that successfully resolved the building's inherent structural constraints.

Located in a complex urban environment in Milwaukee, this 365-unit residential community underwent a comprehensive LIHTC rehabilitation aimed at stabilizing the property and ensuring a secure living environment. A critical component of this revitalization was the complete overhaul of the site’s safety infrastructure. We directed the planning, design, and implementation of a new advanced low-voltage network, integrating over 160 surveillance points and access control systems. By conducting rigorous comparative analysis of system technologies and managing specialized consultants, we delivered a robust, long-term security solution that directly enhanced asset value and tenant safety.