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Senior Living: Designing for Dignity

Thoughtful senior housing design elements can be good for body, soul, and quality of life   In the not-so-distant past, senior living conjured up images of dark hallways with peculiar smells and institutional design. Those images were anything but dignified, and people who went to skilled nursing or senior facilities in the past may not…

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2024 Multifamily Design-Build Trends

Introduction to multifamily design-build trends in 2024 From bustling urban centers to serene suburban landscapes, the demand for multifamily units is reshaping the residential blueprint, fueled by the growing appeal of mixed-use developments and the quest for reasonably priced, quality living spaces. The factors driving multifamily design-build trends aren’t just about building more homes; they’re…

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DBS Group Welcomes New Project Superintendent

Design-build commercial construction firm DBS Group has hired Brian Conner as a project superintendent. With over 30 years of industry experience, Conner will be responsible for reinforcing the high service standards and proactive project supervision for which DBS Group is recognized. Conner has a diverse background, holding roles such as project superintendent, project manager, and…

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St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin contract with DBS Group

St. Croix Chippewa Indians of Wisconsin have contracted with DBS Group to design and build a new 16,720sf transportation facility in Hertel, WI. The new structure will incorporate a heavy equipment shop/service area, vehicle shop/service area, tire and parts storage, equipment storage and office/administration area for the St. Croix Tribal Roads Department. Design is underway,…

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2024 Hospitality Construction Trends

Hospitality construction gets cultured   Expect a resurgence in hospitality construction in the year ahead — fueled by growing travel demand and a shift toward experiences that merge luxury with personalization. The industry is not just rebuilding; it’s reimagining its spaces to offer guests something beyond the conventional. From urban hotels to resort destinations, the…

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Optimizing senior independent living

Telehealth and in-home assisted living services make it more than a senior apartment. As seniors continue their life journey, finding services that meet their needs is essential to selecting a place to call home. Most want to remain independent for as long as possible, with many seeking the sense of community and access to amenities…

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Senor Villa retains DBS Group

DBS Group has been retained as the design-builder for an upcoming renovation project at the Senor Villa restaurant in Onalaska, WI. The project consists of the interior renovation of several areas of the restaurant, including an expanded and refreshed bar area, a new soft seating area, new restroom finishes, and other interior finishes.

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2024 Color Trends in Commercial Design

Here are the true hues in color trends Predicting color trends in commercial design is a tricky task, as we found out when we put our design and build team to the test last year. We researched exactly how experts predict color trends, then we examined existing and emerging forces that could influence color preferences,…

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Factors Driving 2024 Design-Build Trends

Eight factors shaping 2024 design-build trends The blueprint of our world is undergoing a dynamic transformation. And the factors shaping 2024 design-build trends are as diverse as they are influential, touching every corner of our lives — from the way we work to the air we breathe. This evolution in building design is not just…

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DBS Group Welcomes Three New Team Members

New team members to enhance operations and project delivery in Rochester and La Crosse Design-build commercial contractor DBS Group has hired three new team members to increase the company’s project management, estimation, and administrative capacity to meet continued growing demand for the company’s services. Kevin Larson joins as a project manager, Bryan Grefsheim comes on…

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