Commercial Construction Renovation

Swinerton, an industry-leading commercial general contractor with offices nationwide, announces the completion of $1.5 million renovation projects at two of metropolitan Atlanta’s historical educational institutions: Spelman College?in Atlanta, the nation’s oldest historically Black college for women, and?Agnes Scott College?in Decatur, Ga., a historically female university serving Atlanta for over 130 years. The projects add specialized amenities to both campuses.

“Education projects are some of our favorite jobs, as we take pride in building spaces that educate and inspire the leaders of tomorrow,” says Derek Mosiman, vice president, division manager, Swinerton, Atlanta division. “From kindergarten to advanced learning classrooms, creating environments that enhance the lives of those within our communities is an important responsibility that we embrace wholeheartedly with passion, drive and incredibly high standards.”

At?Agnes Scott College, Swinerton transformed underutilized administrative space into a professional-grade production facility and two classrooms that total 1,700 square feet. Designed for video filming and podcasting, the renovated studio features advanced acoustical treatments, over-floor raceways for flexible power access and a dedicated viewing room to support content creation.

As the general contractor, Swinerton was responsible for demolishing the existing space, reconfiguring the ceilings and structural supports and coordinating multiple trades to create the various environments. Swinerton called on its self-perform team to install drywall, metal framing, ceiling tiles, door frames and doors, and hardware. The team also painted the interior spaces. In the classrooms, Swinerton installed new flooring and wall finishes to enhance the overall learning environment. Designed by Pieper O’Brien Herr Architects, the new studio and classroom are located in the Dana Building, while an additional classroom is in the Buttrick Building.

At?Spelman College, Swinerton delivered a new student and faculty café on the ground level of the recently completed Mary Schmidt Campbell Center for Innovation & The Arts, an $86 million facility that houses some of the school’s arts and STEM programs as well as a state-of-the-art Innovation Lab.

As the general contractor, Swinerton was responsible for overseeing modifications to the existing mechanical systems and the installation of new plumbing, drain lines and ceiling needed to support commercial-grade kitchen equipment and self-service refrigerators. Custom millwork was also completed throughout the 1,100-square-foot space. Swinerton’s self-perform team built a furring wall and installed ceiling tiles along with a baffled light fixture that enhances overall acoustics and aesthetics. The team also framed the space and installed drywall. Designed by SCOPOS Hospitality Group in partnership with Interior Architects, the café opened this summer.