Case Studies Region: Nationwide

Founded in 2009 by Charles Cook, Cook Architectural Design Studio (CA/ds) is a Chicago-based architecture firm that completes work throughout the Windy City and beyond. The award-winning, full-service firm is particularly adept at sustainable home and building design, with a team of LEED-accredited professionals on staff to ensure that every project meets the specific sustainability […]

As a national specialty metals fabricator, Metal Design Systems Inc. (MDSI) provides innovative engineered systems, as well as design and development resources to support the creative concepts of its clients. Located in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, MDSI offers many unique and sustainable claddings to select from, such as aluminum composite material (ACM), plate, colored stainless, copper, […]

For the construction of its first new manufacturing facility in the United States, Yokohama Tire Corporation turned to Kajima Building & Design (KBD) Group Inc., a subsidiary of Kajima USA Inc., for design-build contracting services on the Yokohama Tire Manufacturing of Mississippi (YTMM) facility. With U.S. Headquarters in Atlanta, KBD Group Inc. offers a wide […]

Located in the LEED hotbed of Chicago, Wheeler Kearns Architects (WKA) is a nationwide firm specializing in the design of sustainable buildings for the residential and institutional sectors. Founded in the late ‘80s by Dan Wheeler, WKA was formed after the founder won a design competition to build a large residential project in southwestern Michigan. […]

As an architecture firm focused on supporting the efforts of faith-based ministries, Building God’s Way (BGW) aims to deliver exceptional value to places of worship. Based in Ogden, Utah, BGW has established a strong network of general contracting and building supply partners all across the United States, allowing the company to bring its unique model […]

With an uncompromising commitment to its clients’ visions, budgets and schedules, NWS Architects has maintained a client retention rate of more than 90 percent. This has allowed the company to provide architectural services throughout the country for 80 years. Located in Chicago, NWS is licensed in 45 states and caters to the commercial and industrial […]

When it comes to sustainably built environments, many projects barely skim the surface with a LEED-focused approach by suppliers and contractors. California-based SCS Global Services, led by Dr. Stanley Rhodes, president and CEO for more than 30 years, has developed a highly integrated approach, providing third-party certification, auditing, testing, standards development and support services geared […]

Imagine riding on one of the biggest wheels in the world that you helped to become a reality, or the honor of participating in the construction of the new World Trade Center when you had done work on the original Twin Towers, or watching from the bleachers in your home team’s stadium that you assisted […]

Restoration Affiliates (RA) is a national network of independently owned, full-service disaster restoration and cleaning companies that offer complete mitigation, remediation, reconstruction and remodeling services for commercial, industrial and multifamily property owners and insurance professionals. RA offers local resources with national coverage and is the single-source solution for all fire, water and storm-related emergencies. RA’s […]

With all of the sustainability efforts taking place within the construction and real estate industries, associated companies are inquiring about the best possible methods to make a difference for the environment, their clients and future generations. This effort is exemplified by Hyatt Hotels Corporation, a Chicago-based hospitality company with widely recognized, industry-leading brands and a […]