A nationally recognized leader in the power and energy sector, Patel has nearly two decades of experience in utility operations, renewable development and large-scale construction.
Abbott is “cautiously optimistic” about the Phoenix market. “At a macro level, I believe technology-supportive manufacturing will continue to be a long-term driver in the region,” he says.
About a decade after founding Wespac Construction in 1991 in Phoenix, which has grown to be one of ENR’s Top 400 Contractors, John Largay thought about how he could give back to his community that had so greatly benefited him.
The high-end members-only club at Phoenix’s professional basketball arena creates a transportive atmosphere, evoking the glamour of mid-century supper clubs blended with Art Deco opulence.
Recognizing the complexities of an old site with a history of renovations, including the discovery of a buried tennis court under the parking lot, the team conducted multiple utility surveys to identify and address potential conflicts early.
The existing six-building office campus was renovated into a hospitality-driven, amenity-rich destination with more than 30,000 sq ft of new and upgraded features to better serve current tenants and appeal to prospective occupants.
The centerpiece of this $23.3-million campus rebuild is a 60,000-sq-ft building that combines more than 30 traditional classrooms with a large, ground-floor-accessible outdoor learning area featuring imaginative concrete seating and hardscape elements.