| Plymouth Green Crossing Brings New Life to Busy Corridor |
 Ann Arbor—JS Vig Construction is erecting a major mixed-use development on an important land parcel in northeast Ann Arbor.The development on the corner of Plymouth and Green Road—aptly named Plymouth Green Crossing-- broke ground last fall and is scheduled for completion by the end of the year. Plymouth Green Crossing will consist of three three-story buildings with retail on the first floors and condominiums on the upper two floors. Two other buildings include a to-be-announced free-standing restaurant and a Fifth Third Bank. A residential parking garage rounds out the construction. The architecture is simple, with brick and glass facades and large openings. “The concept of the design is a sort of neighborhood shopping and living environment,” says Damian Farrell, architect, Integrated Architecture, Ann Arbor. “The architecture is reminiscent of some of the old downtown areas we see in this country with old factory buildings converted into lofts.” Farrell says neighborhood concerns were appeased with the village feel of the project. “They are designed so people can walk all the way around each building,” says Farrell. “This is to be a walk-able neighborhood shopping center, not a strip mall.” A very large wetland on the parcel proved to be both a challenge and an asset. The wetland limited the construction area, but also provided a beautiful focal point. “Everything is oriented to the view of the wetland as much as possible. “It’s a wonderful asset and it’s designed to give you something to look at and enjoy. It’s a particularly important piece of wetland as well because it washes out at Miller Creek.” The area is in one of Ann Arbor’s historically strongest retail and office corridors. “The vacancies are always very low in the office and it’s underserved in retail from all the experts’ opinions,” says Greg Copp, project manager, JS Vig. Nearby the soon-to-be-closed Pfizer compound and the Ave Maria Law School—which has also announced it will relocate in the 2009--Plymouth Green Crossing is a crucial step to keeping the area vital. “The retail seems to be chugging along pretty well and they’ve had a lot of interest in the residential,” says Copp. |
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Tim Keyes
City of Romulus
Tim Keyes
City of Romulus
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David Esau, AIA, LEED AP
Cornerstone Design Inc
David Esau, AIA, LEED AP
Cornerstone Design Inc
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David Zanely, LEED AP
Wilkie & Zanley Architects, A Sidock Company
David Zanely, LEED AP
Wilkie & Zanley Architects, A Sidock Company
“I have enjoyed over a 20-year relationship, built on honesty and professionalism, with J.S. Vig Construction Company.”
John Wilkie, AIA
Wilkie & Zanely Architects, A Sidock Company
John Wilkie, AIA
Wilkie & Zanely Architects, A Sidock Company
“J. S. Vig Construction Company has built over 500,000 sf for Avis Farms. We have found their staff and subcontractors to be honest, creative and responsive in meeting our aggressive project goals.”
Trish Kalmbach
BOSC Equities
Trish Kalmbach
BOSC Equities
“…Simply one of the most organized and talented construction teams that I have had the pleasure of working with in 25 years.”
Greg Heil
President, Heil Partnership
Greg Heil
President, Heil Partnership
“J.S. Vig Construction Company is honest, efficient, responsive, and completes each project with the client's needs in mind.”
Jerry Reinhart
President, Pomeroy Investment Company
Jerry Reinhart
President, Pomeroy Investment Company
“While this was an extremely difficult project in terms of phasing and working around our children, the employees of J.S. Vig did an outstanding job!”
Kurt M. Sebaly M. Ed.
Pentickton Center for Blind Children
Kurt M. Sebaly M. Ed.
Pentickton Center for Blind Children
“Through the entire pre-construction and warranty phases, your people have been responsive, professional, and cost-efficient. I would welcome the opportunity to recommend your firm and look forward to working together in the future.”
Larry Reed
Metavante Corporation
Larry Reed
Metavante Corporation
