Since 2012 Ancon Construction has been working with ETHOS Science Center to plan and design their new home. Awarded as one of the Regional Cities projects, that dream is now a reality as construction has begun. Ancon Designer Matt VanSoest has been the lead design driver on the project since 2012 commented, “Our goal was to provide enriching outdoor learning environments nestled into the landscape.” The outdoor learning environments include: botany study at retention pond, outdoor lab for science experiments, gravity drop test by re-purposing a former fire escape stair, central plaza with jumbo-tron to watch live feeds of events around the country pertaining to science and technology, grassy areas for outdoor learning/hands on science playground, solar panel study, and butterfly garden ecosystem. Check out the fly thru video below to see what the project will look like once complete.
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Ancon Construction announced several months ago the plans for the new Ethos Science Center. Construction has started and we wanted to provide an update. Check out the drone footage to see the construction in action! Stay tuned for our next video which will be virtual tour of the outside of the building highlighting all the features! When completed, this is going to be a treasure for our community. To learn more about Ethos and the classes in S.T.E.M they offer check out their website HERE. Got a project you want to talk about? Click HERE and let’s get it started!
Ancon Construction, premier design|build construction firm, announces that a new Holiday Inn Express will begin construction on the south side of South Bend. The location will be in the out lot area of the former Kmart/Sears site near the corner of Ireland Road and US 31/Michigan. JSK Hospitality has partnered with Ancon Construction on this project which looks to open April 2018.
The hotel will have 88 rooms and full amenities. In addition to the hotel, there are other future projects being planned on the once vacant site. Ryan Kring, Vice President of Business Development commented, “We are thrilled to begin a partnership with JSK Hospitality. Their organization has grown and they now are in a position to work with design build general contractors like Ancon. As a south side resident myself, I am happy to see this long time vacant area begin to see new life. I believe this project will be the catalyst for future development for the entire site.” Kring went on to say that he can easily envision a future restaurant and perhaps even a brewery. Kring stated, “The location, with visibility from the bypass and direct access on US 31, provides tremendous exposure and high traffic counts. All things that developers look for when deciding where to build.”
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Honey Baked Ham has chosen Ancon Construction, premier design build construction firm, to build out their new location in Granger, IN. They will take over a tenant space within Toscana Park. This large upscale shopping complex is located near Gumwood and Cleveland Road just north of Heritage Square.
Honey Baked Ham is relocating from their long standing location off of Ironwood and Edison in South Bend to better serve their clients and take advantage of the new development happening near Toscana Park. The new space will occupy 2,800 square feet and will feature a sit down deli cafe as well as the traditional carryout & delivery services. Ancon Construction worked closely with commercial real estate broker Bradley Company to create and design the interior layout for their new home. Eric Jensen, architect for Ancon Construction, stated, “Having the client, commercial broker, landlord, design and construction team working together as one design|build team allowed us take our client’s vision and make it a reality while staying on budget and on schedule. Our team approach is what creates a unique customer experience for our clients”.
More Than Just a Pickup
Honey Baked Ham has become more than just a store to stop by and pickup your holiday treats…they now have a loyalty rewards program. They have also created a fundraising program for non profits to provide yet another way to give back to the community.
Construction is slated to begin early July. Look for more updates as the project progresses.
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Every year 40 regional leaders under the age of 40 are recognized by The South Bend Regional Chamber’s 40 under 40 award. This recognition shines the spotlight on 40 of the area’s most talented and dedicated young executives, professionals and leaders who demonstrate career success and community engagement. The 2017 class will represent the 11th Michiana Forty under 40 class with 400 leaders already receiving recognition. This program is an annual collaborative effort between the South Bend Regional Chamber, the Young Professionals Network South Bend, and other partners in the Michiana region.
Ancon is proud to announce that Matthew VanSoest has been chosen for the class of 2017. Matt is a lead designer on the Ancon Design-Build team. As employee owner, Matthew and a holistic team of architects, engineers, project managers, and construction crews, work together on a daily basis on design and construction projects. The Design-Build method, a very unique and rare project delivery method in the area’s construction industry, promotes daily collaboration on design, cost, scheduling, and construction methods. Furthermore, Matthew and the team push the boundaries and are on the leading edge of innovative, creative, and cost effective methods in architecture and construction – making sure both the design and cost are in sync with one another – a very large feat in this day and age!
Since 2012, Matthew has served on the transition team for ETHOS Science Center in Elkhart. He worked with the ETHOS team in developing several short term and long term visions and master planning concepts. Matt earned his Bachelors of Architecture in 2008 and went on to earn his Masters of Architecture 2010 with concentrations in educational design and community redevelopment. Matt has a gift for creative design and has been honored for several of his designs. Congrats Matt and we are proud to have such a leader on the Ancon team!
31, provides tremendous exposure and high traffic counts. All things that developers look for when deciding where to build.”
Honey Baked Ham has become more than just a store to stop by and pickup your holiday treats…they now have a loyalty rewards program. They have also created a fundraising program for non profits to provide yet another way to give back to the community.
