Our People. Their Story: Matt’s 15 Years of Designing with Purpose
Matt knew early on that design was his calling. As a child, he spent hours building cities and houses with Legos, inspired by a family member he called “Uncle Ray”, Ray Chocholek, who founded the architectural firm Interplan in 1972 and became a well-known architect in the Chicago-land area. That early influence, paired with a […]
Ice Box Project Earns ABC Award of Excellence
Pictured left to right: Doug VonGunten, President, Ancon Construction; Michelle Riccio, General Manager, Ice Box Skating Rink; Bryan Baer, Designer, Ancon Construction; and Glen Kauffmann, Project Manager, Ancon Construction. Ancon Construction, a 100% Employee-Owned Integrated Design-Build™ firm, is proud to announce that its project for the Ice Box Skating Rink in South Bend, Indiana, has […]
A Comprehensive Guide to Financing Your Commercial Construction
Financing Your Commercial Construction Project Expanding your business through commercial construction can create new jobs, support growth, and bring innovative ideas to life. One of the biggest challenges, however, is financing the project. Choosing the right funding option is critical to keeping your project on track and positioned for long-term success. The good news is […]
Ancon Construction Honored with Multiple Awards by Associated Builders and Contractors of Indiana/Kentucky
The R. Douglas Trolson Model Member Image Award was presented to Doug VonGunten, the President of Ancon Construction. Ancon Construction Honored with Multiple Awards by Associated Builders and Contractors of Indiana/Kentucky [GOSHEN, IN – October 7, 2025] – Ancon Construction, an Integrated Design-Build™ firm celebrating its 50th year in business, proudly announces it has received four awards […]
Our People, Their Story. Steve’s Eleven-Year Journey
From Alaska to Indiana, Steve’s 11-year journey at Ancon Construction blends architecture, military service, and hands-on leadership—driven by craftsmanship, teamwork, and the pride of being an employee-owner.Ancon Construction Recognized with Fairbanks Award for Beautification Efforts in Elkhart County
Ancon Construction has been recognized with the Fairbanks Award by the Greater Elkhart Chamber of Commerce for its transformation of a former retail building into a modern headquarters, highlighting the…Our People, Their Story. Bryan’s Story with Ancon Construction
Bryan’s journey with Ancon Construction spans more than a decade, beginning with a high school internship and evolving into a leadership role in architectural design.Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County Broke Ground on New Homeownership Training Center and Main Office
Habitat for Humanity of St. Joseph County Broke Ground on New Homeownership Training Center and Main OfficeWhat Do Banks Like To See When Asking For A Commercial Construction Loan?
What do banks like to see when asking for a commercial construction loan? If you’re planning to build a commercial property or undertake a major renovation project, you’ll likely need to secure financing through a commercial construction loan. These loans are specifically designed to cover the costs associated with commercial building projects and require a […]
Learn how Ancon Construction’s Integrated Design-Build™ process provides risk mitigation
Let’s start with the basics. What exactly is Design-Build? Design-Build is a project delivery method that combines the design and construction phases into a single contract. This method has gained popularity in recent years for its ability to mitigate risk for project owners. In general, the Design-Build approach differs from traditional construction delivery methods, such […]