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Genesis West | Linear Accelerator

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Genesis needed an update to their Linear Accelerator, which they replaced with a new one and hired Bush Construction to demolish and renovate the room by replacing framing, drywall, paint, flooring, and cabinets. Despite the manufacturer’s estimated 3-month duration for this project, Bush Construction and subcontractors completed the project in only 6 weeks, working closely together to achieve a schedule less than half the typical time, while also coordinating with hospital staff and minimizing noise in the occupied healthcare facility.

The Refuge Church

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This project is a premanufactured metal building. This new construction church space included a lobby/overflow room, the worship hall, classrooms, a nursery, a kitchen, and offices. After erecting the metal building structure and finishing the worship space and lobby, the Bush team coordinated with the church congregation as they assisted on the build-out of the other half of the building. Church volunteers handled various parts of construction from the framing/drywall to the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems in the classrooms and offices. The finished building was 10,387 SF in total.

The Bush Construction team used their creative, problem-solving skills while undertaking the site work on this greenspace lot. The site had been stripped of topsoil and was close to the river, which meant the grade of the building was basically bedrock. This created a storm drainage issue with hills on two sides of the property. Our team raised the building elevation and added a berm along the high edge of the property line to redirect any water to the retainage pond. In the end, this solution ensured the property stayed dry and it also ended up saving the owner money from the original site plan.

Augustana College | Bergendoff Hall

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On this renovation, Bush Construction upgraded classrooms as well as rehearsal and performance spaces. A common area corridor was also upgraded for the music and performing arts department at Augustana College. The project had two phases. One was a fast-paced renovation over the summer (offices and one classroom). In phase 2 of this renovation, Bush Construction upgraded 2 floors of classrooms as well as rehearsal, performance spaces, and faculty offices. All common areas and corridors were also renovated for the music and performing arts department at Augustana.

During demo, we came across many issues in the previous design and build. After completing the demolition, we worked with the architect and owner to achieve the desired design with the existing conditions. With all new plumbing, updated emergency systems, updated lighting and controls, and a totally new aesthetic, we feel confident Augustana will love their new space at Bergendoff Hall. The faculty feedback has already been a plus.

Phase 1

 

Phase 2

The Hobbs Building

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Hobbs Building Apartments | Aurora, Illinois

Originally constructed in 1892, the historic Hobbs Building is a four-story landmark in downtown Aurora. Bush Construction completed a comprehensive restoration of the building, transforming the upper floors into 15 market-rate apartment units while preserving the architectural character that defines this iconic structure. The first floor was left as a finished “white envelope,” allowing flexibility for future tenant build-out.

Two adjacent buildings were also renovated as part of the project, adding 16 additional apartment units on the second and third floors. Similar to the Hobbs Building, the first floors of these structures were completed as white-envelope spaces, providing adaptable commercial opportunities at the street level.

Restoration of a Local Landmark

A defining feature of the Hobbs Building is its distinctive onion dome, a well-known element of the Aurora skyline. Removed years earlier due to structural limitations, the dome was fully reconstructed by Bush Construction using fiberglass to replicate the original wood design. Structural steel reinforcement was installed at the roof and floor levels to safely support the new dome, ensuring long-term durability while restoring a beloved architectural feature.

Throughout the restoration, Bush prioritized preserving original details wherever possible. Historic windows were carefully restored by hand, beadboard ceilings were reinstalled to match original conditions, and architectural elements were thoughtfully maintained to reflect the building’s historic layout and character.

Overcoming Complex Structural Challenges

The project presented unique structural and coordination challenges, particularly related to the installation of new structural steel required to support the reconstructed dome. When local resources were limited, Bush leveraged regional partnerships and worked closely with engineers, fabricators, steel erectors, and the City to resolve unforeseen conditions. Through transparent communication, detailed coordination, and problem-solving expertise, the team successfully delivered a restored building that honors its history while meeting modern standards.

Midwest Medical Clinic

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The Midwest Medical Clinic contains a lavish front office, followed by 10 exam rooms, procedure rooms, labs, and staff support areas. There is an additional 5500 SF of multiple medical office tenant spaces with dedicated entry options.

The Bush design team studied the path a typical patient would take at the facility to arrive at an efficient layout that is also scalable for future needs. Attention to aesthetics and visibility is one of the key drivers making this project a landmark establishment.

Vera French Carol Center

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The work on the Vera French Carol Center included the construction of a Workforce Recovery Center addition to add space for:

  • A New “Front Door” & Elevator to make the Carol Center more inviting and accessible
  • Expansion of Supported Employment with additional staff and training space
  • Co-Location of Partners for Workforce Recovery potentially including Iowa Workforce Development, Vocational Rehab, transportation providers, childcare providers, & Veterans Administration.
  • Provision of Retail Space for Businesses to staff persons re-entering the workforce and possibly retail space for startups run by entrepreneurs through the Carol Center Clubhouse.

Eagle View Community Health

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Our team at Bush Construction worked with IDEA Architecture and remodeled an old theater into a healthcare facility for Eagle View Community Health. This health clinic is a full-service health center offering medical, dental, behavioral heath, and substance use services. To provide this range of treatments the building includes exam rooms, dental hygiene stations, counsel offices, and includes an in-house medical lab.

 

McCarthy-Bush Corporation

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Bush Construction was pleased to lead the renovation of our home office. The modernization was a collaboration between McCarthy-Bush Corporation and our design and construction teams. We converted our more than two-decade-old office space into an open, airy, and inviting space for team members encompassing multiple companies and work disciplines. Utilizing research of several other modern office spaces, we were able to create increased efficiency and provide spaces that provide our team a great place to call their work home. During construction, we were able to phase the project to ensure none of our family of companies experienced downtime while also preparing some of our existing space for a new tenant.

Pour Bros. Craft Taproom

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Pour Bros. Craft Taproom opened its third location in Downtown Moline in 2022 with the help of the Bush Construction and Design team.

When opening its doors in Peoria Heights, Illinois, in 2016, Pour Bros. Craft Taproom was Illinois’ first self-serve bar featuring pour-your-own technology. Founders Nathan Monroe and Rob Mathisen have combined modern technology with old-fashioned service to create a truly unique experience. They also believe and invest in communities that embody rich histories and beautiful stories like those of Peoria Heights, Champaign, and now Moline.

Pour Bros. occupies close to 4,000 ground floor square feet at 1209 4th St., Suite 2, in Moline. The development collective is known as The Q and is also home to The Element Hotel, Urban Farmhouse, and a future hub to hub to passenger rail service.

Bush Construction built a 26-foot-long bar with a subway tile backsplash. Tables were made from repurposed semi-truck flooring to fill the floor, created by West End Salvage in Des Moines. Murals and artifacts paying homage to Moline create a homey atmosphere.

Our design team did an excellent job of creating an eclectic combination of concrete floors, metal, wood, tile, and artwork blend together to create an inviting and relaxed space. The large room is a mixed-use area consisting of vintage games and some TVs – a great space for groups, parties, league game nights, trivia, or just a fun place to hang out with friends.

The interior of the new craft taproom features a rustic industrial design that pays tribute to the area’s hard-working heritage who built this vibrant community.

Check out this article the QC Times wrote about this project!

 

Carnegie Library, Aledo, IL

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Bush Construction completed the historical renovation of the Carnegie Library in Aledo, IL. Built in 1915-16, the landmark served generations of community members until it closed in 2019. Former residents, Crista and William J. Albertson, purchased the library and renovations began in early 2020.

The Albertson’s vision was to turn the library into a center for technology, education, and recruiting.

Project Details

  • Restored original bookshelves and refinished original floor.
  • Refurbished exterior lamp posts and replaced light fixtures and handrails.
  • Exterior updates including tuckpointing, replacing windows and storm windows, refinished the original exterior door and replaced the roof.
  • Installed modern HVAC and communication technology.
  • Added a conference room and kitchen in the lower level to help support new coworking space and tech center run by High-Tech Small Town.

The library has gained national attention and received the Richard H. Driehaus Foundation National Preservation Award, an award that celebrates the in historic preservation, adaptive reuse, and the re-imagining of historic buildings for the future.

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