Projects Archive - Page 11 of 11

Our Savior Lutheran Church

Posted on February 4, 2019

Our Savior Lutheran Church project included two building additions totaling 17,358 SF and the renovation of 5,022 SF of existing space. The first building addition connects to the existing Sanctuary. This addition created a larger Narthex, a large classroom with tiered seating, two additional classrooms, a kitchenette, restrooms, and a few other ancillary spaces. The second addition connects to the existing Fellowship Hall and is now utilized for youth education. This addition created seven new classrooms, a youth recreation room, and a few other ancillary spaces. The renovated space created three additional classrooms, two administrative offices, and a conference room.

This project had a few challenging aspects to overcome during construction. Initially, this project came in over-budget by approximately $450,000. Bush worked with the architectural team and subcontractors to reduce the overall project costs, and bring the project back within budget. The second hurdle was that the church is currently on a septic system, but as part of the project, the church is now connected to Davenport city services. The septic system was located beneath one of the new additions. Bush worked extensively with the architectural team and the subcontractors to create a phasing plan to make the new connection to the city without the church losing the use of this utility. Lastly, the soils at the building additions were unsuitable to withstand the loading of the additions, and intermediate foundations were needed to be installed. Bush worked with the earthwork contractor to create a site grading phasing plan to efficiently install the intermediate foundations without interrupting the flow of construction.

North Scott High School | Auditorium

Posted on February 4, 2019

The North Scott High School auditorium renovation and new lobby addition were mainly driven by student safety and ADA compliance.

In addition to upgraded finishes (paint, flooring, ceilings, etc.), the major aspects of the auditorium renovation included new theater seating, wing ramps, updated lighting and rigging systems.

The theater seating was reconfigured to gain more ADA accessible seating at multiple levels and companion chairs. Wing ramps were added to both sides of the auditorium to create a procession path for events.

New theater lighting, sound, and rigging systems were also installed. The theater lighting was upgraded to LED technology, providing advanced controls and greater energy efficiency.

The lobby addition was incorporated into this project for multiple reasons. First, the existing lobby space was much too small to provide adequate space for patrons during events. Also, restroom capacity was a major concern, so additional restrooms were included within the lobby addition. And lastly, the most impactful addition to this project was the inclusion of display space for student artwork for viewing during event intermissions.

Atomic Coffee

Posted on February 4, 2019

The Atomic Coffee Bar project in Bettendorf was another step in Atomic’s brand expansion throughout the Quad Cities and surrounding areas. This facility mirrored the dual drive-through style of Atomic’s Brady Street location while incorporating a sleek and modern look. In an effort to reduce required construction time-on-site, as well as the overall construction cost, the building was delivered in a “modular” format.

The building module was constructed offsite, in a climate-controlled warehouse, nearly 100 miles away. The module included weather barriers, walls, drywall, flooring, painting, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical items. This modular approach provides safe and efficient building construction, in a controlled environment. Once the building pad and foundation were completed onsite, the building module arrived and was set in one day.

Pleasant Valley High School

Posted on February 4, 2019

This complex, multi-phased project within and adjacent to the existing operating Pleasant Valley High School, spanned over a year and a half in construction time. The project provided positive impacts to the district in several ways.

The first phase included a renovation and expansion of the existing administrative and reception areas. This provided a much-needed upgrade to security via the entrance vestibule, as well as more space for administrative services. The front reception area provided a great space for students and faculty to gather for studying, social interaction and breaks between classes.

The second phase provided a brand new competition gym, running track, locker rooms, cardio space, and a three-story science addition.

The final phase, constructed in tandem with the second phase, remodeled a split existing gym into a music room and a wrestling practice area, as well as added a new guidance area.

MetroLINK | Transit Maintenance Facility

Posted on November 13, 2018

MetroLINK, Rock Island County’s Metropolitan Mass Transit bus service, needed a larger, updated space. This $22 million, 150,000 SF facility houses all MetroLINK’s administrative and maintenance offices, training areas and fitness center. Diesel & CNG fueling, paint booths, vehicle lifts, a bus wash, vehicle lubrication system, a methane gas detection system and cranes and lifts were some of the components of this project.

The goal of this project was to create a LEED Silver Certified facility featuring a PV Solar Array System, a Solar Thermal Hot Water System, a Water Reclamation System at the bus wash, bio-swales, native grasses, management of construction waste, and the use of recycled materials.

The Maintenance Facility also featured some unique systems such as Diesel & CNG Fueling and Management Systems, paint booths, vehicle lifts, cranes & hoists, a Bus Wash System, Vehicle Lubrication Systems, and a Methane Gas Detection System.

Due to the Owner’s desire for sustainable construction and the unique function of the completed building, there were many challenging components associated with this project. With the help of our highly regarded team of subcontractors and suppliers, who are recognized leaders in their respective fields, Bush Construction rose to the challenge.