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Creating inclusive workspaces
Designing for inclusivity requires looking at the build from varying perspectives In today’s hiring environment and rapidly-changing world, as organizations realize the benefits of diverse workforces and as company needs shift, many organizations are looking for ways to create more inclusive workspaces. This approach allows companies to design and build in a way that attracts…
DBS Group to convert Green Bay facility into new Camping World location
Camping World has contracted with DBS Group to convert a former Gander Outdoors facility into a Camping World Sales & Service center in Green Bay, WI. DBS Group designed and will begin renovations in early March. The new Camping World will incorporate 14 service bays and an indoor RV sales and showroom area, along with…
Design and construction trends for multifamily units in 2022
Multifamily housing a strong investment in 2022 and beyond The multifamily sector continues to represent substantial opportunity heading into 2022. The primary reasons are the affordability of single-family homes for middle-income families and the lack of inventory, particularly as more people move from urban to suburban areas. Housing experts expect affordability and availability challenges will…
Greenfield Addition taps DBS Group for another multifamily housing project
P4K Properties has contracted with DBS Group to design-build two more multifamily housing structures at the Greenfield Addition in West Salem, WI. Under the contract, DBS Group will design and construct two 8-plex townhomes for a total of 16 units. Each unit comprises 1,320 square feet and includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms and a two-car…
Senior housing conversions: financing for adaptive reuse
A closer look at financing for adaptive reuse Vacant commercial buildings are like an aging pop star icon: you never know what they’ll look like in their next incarnation. But, unlike some performers who never seem to age, commercial spaces are increasingly being remade in their golden years into something that appeals to older generations:…
Industrial and manufacturing construction trends for 2022
Industrial and manufacturing construction predicted to grow Economists and industry experts predict manufacturing construction will grow 6% in 2022. The reason? As e-commerce continues to grow, so will the need for production facilities and, even more so, warehouses — not just to manage order fulfillment but also to accommodate more inventory as suppliers brace against…
Senior housing solutions for smaller communities
Pro tip: design-build offers myriad options Senior housing for smaller communities can present unique challenges and opportunities for owners, and the design-build model of construction can help harness a profit. If you’re an owner/builder of a senior living facility for a smaller community in our region, the experts at DBS Group can help. Read on…
This vs. that: ballasted versus mechanically-fastened roof systems
Comparing and contrasting ballasted vs. mechanically-fastened roofs As you consider your options for your next design-build project, you’ll want to decide on the right roofing system/assembly to fit your commercial construction project. Roofing systems vary, and each has its strong points and drawbacks. Here’s a comparison of two common commercial roofing systems: ballasted vs. mechanically-fastened…
Mixed-income housing: a tool for a more inclusive community
Business model showing promise for developers and neighborhoods Developers and community officials are embracing a new tool to address the affordable housing squeeze: mixed-income housing. As supply continues to fall short of demand for affordable housing space, officials are hoping this innovative approach can offer a promising investment for developers while providing housing that mixes…
DBS Group 2022 trend report now available
Download your complimentary copy of DBS Group’s 2022 Trend Report today. 2022 Trend Report relies on what’s knowable To call the last two years unpredictable is to grossly understate the tsunami of uncertainty generated by the combined forces of the global pandemic, resulting supply chain issues and long-anticipated labor shortage. Even now, an end to…