Adolfson & Peterson Construction Redefining Sustainable Brochure Nov2011
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2. o u r v isio n our vision
Over the past twenty years, Adolfson & Peterson Construction (A&P) has been committed to building
sustainable projects throughout the Southwestern United States. We have been one of the industry leaders
in building Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certified projects and high performance
green buildings. As we evolve as an industry and as an organization, so does the way we conduct business.
Our mission is simple but steadfast; to outperform the industry in all that we do by -
• Cultivating client loyalty
• Nurturing a safe, collaborative workplace
• Creating a culture that rewards performance and innovation
• Having a positive impact on the communities in which we work
• Building high performing teams
• Creating a sustainable business that increases the value of our company for our employees,
clients and the local communities in which we operate
Our goal is to be a sustainable business -- doing that requires we redefine the term sustainable. Going
beyond green building, we take into account the purpose of the projects we undertake, the communities
impacted by our operations and our own business practices.
We take pride in the fact that we were awarded Ranking Arizona’s #1 Green Builder, are one of AZ Business
Magazine’s Most Admired Companies, and have been ranked among the Phoenix Business Journal’s Best
Place’s to Work for the last five consecutive years. We understand to be a truly sustainable organization
-- it’s more than what we do, it’s who we are.
Bryan Dunn
Vice President | Southwest
3. sustainable def.
A sustainable project does not necessarily follow a certification or rating system. At A&P, we define sustainable
in terms of building components that reduce life cycle costs, the end goal of projects themselves, our own
business practices and our impact on the local community. To us, sustainable is simply - using resources to meet
current needs, while lessening the impact on the environment for future generations. This can be a state-of-the-art
LEED Platinum facility or a neighborhood revitalization project.
As one of the nation’s leading green builders, Adolfson & Peterson Construction has over 130 LEED accredited
professionals on staff and 40 LEED certified or registered projects of various levels completed or underway.
While we are experts in green building -- sustainable is much more than building green. It defines our
business practices with a LEED Gold office building, hybrid vehicles in the fleet, in-house carbon footprint
reduction programs, and job site recycling on all sites, among other initiatives. The term sustainable truly
resonates throughout our organization as an underlying principle in all we do.
It even defines the markets in which we excel at delivering projects...
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4. neighborhood revitalization
M atthew H enson HOPE VI
Phoenix, Arizona
The Matthew Henson HOPE VI development (Henson Village)
exemplifies our desire to build sustainable communities. The
development, now home to nearly 600 families, was a mixed-
financed neighborhood revitalization project using a federal
HOPE VI grant program, private equity raised from low-
income housing tax-credits and a FHA insured mortgage
to revitalize a former public housing site in the Matthew
Henson neighborhood of Central Phoenix.
Matthew Henson Apartments, Senior Living at Matthew
Henson, the Vernell Coleman Youth Center, and the
Community Training & Education Center comprise the
new Henson Village. The development is a mixed-income
community with housing available to families of various
incomes (public housing, tax credit and market-rate). The
new mix of housing types includes single-family detached
homes, multi-family garden apartments, duplex townhouses
and a senior complex. Various green building features
have been integrated into the community providing great
environmental, economic, and social benefits.
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During construction, A&P exceeded all MBE / WBE and
Section 3 utilization goals on the project (with up to 40% of
the workforce at times being from within the community).
A&P also contributed to the surrounding community by
participating in the Rebuilding Together event, supporting
the local Valley Christian Center and Boys & Girls Club, and
with donations to the new youth center.
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“McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc. was
delighted with the collaborative efforts
of Adolfson & Peterson Construction
throughout the multi-phased project. I
would not hesitate to recommend them as
an industry leader in the construction of
multi-residential tax-credit projects.”
- Michael Saunders, Vice President
McCormack Baron Salazar, Inc.
6. u rb a n re n ewa l neighborhood revitalization
S kyscape C ondominiums
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Site logistics demanded careful planning for every
element on the 462,000 square foot, 28-story
mixed-use project. The building has 11 acres under
roof, sits on just one acre of land surrounded by
some of the busiest streets in Minneapolis and was
built in less than 20 months. This neighborhood
revitalization project brings a park-like setting
to a downtown urban environment with its large
outdoor green roof area on the 6th floor. The
project team also coordinated customized finish
upgrades for each of the 250 residential units.
7. neighborhood revitalization
T hea’s L anding
Tacoma, Washington
Located on the Thea Foss Waterway, this new 400,000
square foot, seven-story living community is downtown
Tacoma’s signature residence featuring 189 apartments, 47
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condominiums, and 440 parking stalls. The neighborhood
revitalization project also includes 24,000 square feet of
retail space that features on-site shopping, restaurants, a
sauna and outdoor spa, exercise facility, meditation/yoga
room, entertainment lounge, and business center. Thea’s
Landing was a pioneering project in the redevelopment of
Tacoma’s downtown waterfront. A partnership at both the
project and community level was critical to the successful
completion.
8. neighborhood revitalization
T he S ymphony
Phoenix, Arizona
The Symphony is a new HOPE VI grant funded neighborhood
revitalization project at the Krohn West public housing site.
The project included the demolition of 76 existing units and
the construction of a single phase, 83-unit mixed-income, mixed
finance rental housing development. The project also included
extensive site development. The key goals of HOPE VI projects are
to reconstruct public housing units and help revitalize surrounding
communities by creating a mixed-income development. This effort
includes constructing a high quality housing community with
related amenities; developing job linkages, training and educational
opportunities for area residents; and creating incentives for public
and private partnerships to invest in the area.
neighborhood revitalization
C atherine A rms A partments
Phoenix, Arizona
A night and day difference from what stood before, Catherine Arms
consisted of the full exterior face-lift of a destitute 28-unit rental
complex. The tax-credit rental project also included various site
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upgrades and new interior finishes in each of the units. Catherine
Arms is an affordable, permanent supportive housing community for
working families consisting of one-bedroom units. Case management
services are provided to homeless residents who are employed
or receiving permanent benefits. Located in downtown Phoenix,
families will enjoy walking to work, being near the arts and sporting
events, light rail access, and being only a few blocks from the ASU
Downtown campus. The newly remodeled apartments have an urban
design aesthetic and include several two-story lofts.
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adaptive reuse
H oltze M agnolia
Dallas, Texas
The Holtze Magnolia is an award-winning adaptive reuse project that transformed
a 1930’s Mobil Oil Corporation office building into an executive extended-stay
hotel. The building is considered a historical landmark for the City of Dallas, so to
meet requirements for preserving the building’s historical significance, A&P worked
closely with the Dallas Historical Society throughout the duration of the project.
The 31-story, 300,000 square foot first-class hotel has 200 guest rooms and 130
extended-stay suites. The project included a new three-story atrium, new elevators,
preservation of the existing elevator lobby, and new hotel entrance with a pre-cast
stone exterior to match the original building.
10. u rb a n re n ewa l brownfield redevelopment
R iver P oint at S heridan
Sheridan, Colorado
Collaboration was key on this large-scale brownfield
redevelopment. The first phase of River Point at Sheridan
consisted of over 125 acres of site work, including
demolition and clearing of a closed landfill and importing
fill. It also included reconfiguring the municipal golf course,
constructing traffic and pedestrian bridges over the
South Platte River, improvements to a U.S. Highway and a
Colorado State Highway, relocating the national bike trail
along the South Platte River, and coordination of work with
Qwest, Excel Energy, the EPA, two local cities, local fire and
emergency departments, and the State of Colorado. Later
phases included construction of core and shell, and build-
outs of majors and inline retail buildings.
brownfield redevelopment
T empe M arketplace
Tempe, Arizona
From the largest brownfield cleanup in state history to a 1.3
million square foot lifestyle retail center, Tempe Marketplace
dramatically changed the face of the Loop 101 and Loop 202
intersection. The center brought over 20 million shoppers
in its first year and created over 4,500 jobs for the local
community. A&P was responsible for over 400,000 square
feet of core and shell in-line majors and several full build-
outs at the retail redevelopment (including the new Target
Store). Tempe Marketplace completely transformed the local
area from a dangerous, harmful parcel of land into one of
the most spectacular lifestyle retail centers in the nation.
11. commercial redevelopment
T arget T ucson N orth
Tucson, Arizona
The new Super Target in north Tucson presented a unique opportunity to
utilize the existing strip center (to be demolished) for emergency training.
In partnership with Target, A&P invited fire personnel from the surrounding
community to perform training for a big box emergency at the vacated Target
store. A&P prepared the building for training and provided lunch for over 200
fire personnel as they conducted practice drills over a two day period.
A&P has completed over 100 projects for Target Corporation to date from
ground-up new stores to complex renovations of operational stores. The
Tucson North location presented a number of challenges, including a
condensed schedule and other retailers in close proximity remaining open
during construction. The team delivered the new 225,000 square foot Super
Target in less than half the time a typical Super Target takes to complete.
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“This practice provided our personnel a
better perspective on how to handle a big box
emergency. I thank you for your generosity not
only to the Tucson Fire Department, but to the
entire Tucson community.”
- Patrick T. Kelly, Fire Chief
City of Tucson
13. student housing
tra n sit- o rie n te d
T he D omain at T empe
Tempe, Arizona
The Domain at Tempe (formerly Campus Suites on the Rail)
is an ideal case study for illustrating thoughtful design within
the Tempe Transit Overlay District (T.O.D.). The project
fronts the new light rail line and embodies the spirit of transit
motion. As one of the early pioneers of redevelopment in
the Apache Boulevard area, the team was challenged with
a site occupied by three separate mobile home parks. The
team worked with residents to relocate them and then
managed the abatement of harmful materials on site. The
team also faced challenges with existing infrastructure and
neighbors in close proximity during construction.
The team overcame the challenges and the result is a 731,400
square foot private student housing development that
contains 299 residential units and a total of 964 bedrooms
in close proximity to Arizona State University. The Domain
brings resort-style amenities to student living with three
swimming pools (lap-pool, jacuzzi and large splash pool), a
10,000 square foot clubhouse incorporating a 4,000 square
foot gym with private TVs, game room, tanning salons and a
rooftop social deck. All units are fully-furnished and include
the latest in technology and contemporary appliances. A
detached five-story, above-ground parking garage provides
1,000 parking stalls. The development also features 14,000
square feet of ground floor retail fronting the light rail. In
addition to innovative building elements, the project itself
is a significant contribution to the surrounding area and a
perfect example of sustainable, transit-oriented community
redevelopment.
14. multifamily housing
tra n sit-o rie n te d A pache ASL T rails
Tempe, Arizona
Apache ASL Trails Apartments is one of the most premier
communities for deaf seniors in the nation (already attracting
applicants from 19 other states). Situated along the light rail line,
the 75-unit tax-credit transit-oriented housing project created
a barrier-free community for deaf seniors. The development
incorporates state-of-the-art technology for its deaf residents
and the operating staff all use American Sign Language (ASL).
In addition to the primary design team of WSM Architects, Inc.,
the owner has retained a deaf architect to ensure lighting and
other elements that the deaf have a heightened sense to are
incorporated and positioned accurately.
mixed-use
M ac A rthur P ark M etro
Los Angeles, California
MacArthur Park Metro is a mixed-use transit-oriented development
compromising affordable housing and retail. Situated directly
atop the Metro station in Westlake, the most densely populated
neighborhood in Los Angeles, adjacent to the most significant public
park in the city, the unique site challenges provide the opportunity
to create a vibrant new component of downtown Los Angeles. Phase
I of the tax-credit project consists of 90-units of wood framed
housing built over massive grade beams spanning the subway tunnel.
It also incorporates approximately 13,000 square feet of first floor
retail space adjacent to the main street, and approximately 3,000
square feet of office space. The first phase of the project is schedule
for completion in early 2012.
15. multifamily housing
D evine L egacy on C entral
Phoenix, Arizona
Named after long-standing Native American Connections’ CEO
Diana Yazzie Devine, Devine Legacy on Central is the first affordable
housing community on the light rail line. The development consists
of 65 urban style apartments at the Campbell & Central light rail
station. The transit-oriented project was developed as a live and
work project for people of different incomes. The sustainable
affordable housing development is also aiming for LEED Platinum
certification (making it one of the most sustainable housing
communities in the State). The project was recently honored by
the Arizona Department of Housing as an Outstanding Housing
Initiative for its energy efficiency and high density design.
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16. mixed-use
T empe T ransportation C enter
Tempe, Arizona
The Tempe Transportation Center is a true multi-
modal facility that integrates light rail, city buses,
bicyclist, and pedestrians with a mixed-use building
that includes, retail, bike station, City of Tempe offices,
community room, transit operations center, and
leasable office space. The project is targeted for LEED
Platinum certification and is designed to communicate
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a variety of sustainable strategies to the various people
who use the facility. Many of the exterior materials
were selected to enhance efficiency, such as the fluted
masonry and metal paneling systems that provide both
shading and heat deflection. The building also has a
central plant HVAC system with under floor ducting
on the second and third floors. This is one of the most
efficient systems to cool and heat a building while
providing individual comfort to the occupants. The
City also elected to include a first-of-a-kind Sonoran
desert roof which reduces “heat island” effects.
19. education
A merican L eadersip A cademy
Multiple Project Locations
When Charter One Development sought a partner
to complete several new private charter school
campuses in the Phoenix metro area, the company
turned to A&P for it’s innovative approach to
build the campuses under an extremely aggressive
schedule.
The first school (pictured on this page), American
Leadership Academy’s San Tan Campus is private
charter school built on a 10-acre site. The
project includes three buildings consisting
of two classroom buildings at 14,000 square
foot a piece and one administration building at
11,000 square feet. The administration building
is complete with office space, kitchen, multi-
purpose room, performing platform, media room,
storage rooms and second level teachers work
room/lounge area. This project was a fast-track
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project being completed in only four months.
LEAN construction methods were heavily utilized
in order to meet the demanding schedule.
A&P also completed another ALA campus (very
similar in scope) in Gilbert, Arizona during the
same time period. Five additional campuses
in the Phoenix metro area are currently under
development and A&P will be providing turn-key
in-house design-build services to further expedite
the delivery of the charter schools for this client.
20. education
C REST S pecialty S chool
Phoenix, Arizona
The Center for Research in Engineering, Science
and Technology (CREST) is an energy efficient and
environmentally friendly small specialty school addition
to the Paradise Valley High School campus. The CREST
Specialty School is a 13,500 square foot, single level
building that houses a technology lab, biology lab,
classrooms, restrooms, offices and support rooms. The
STEM focused curriculum provides advanced studies in
engineering, biotechnology and sustainability. The open
design of the facility promotes cross-course work for
students participating in the specialized programs.
education
E ngel H all
Mesa, Arizona
Situated on the Williams-Gateway Campus, Engel Hall (a LEED Gold
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certified facility) houses the Nursing and Life Sciences programs
at Chandler-Gilbert Community College. This building will serve
the growing need for healthcare training in the Southeast Valley
and will provide space for continued growth of general education
offerings on the Williams Campus. With its elegant, bridge-like
form and modern materials, the building is designed to set a
standard for architectural detailing to be incorporated in future
buildings on campus. The project also included a new central plant
to replace the existing plant, that will serve both the main campus
and the buildings south of campus.
21. health & wellness
c o mmu n ity - b a se d
T anbara H ealth C enter
Tacoma, Washington
Part of the overall Salishan Hope community redevelopment,
the Tanbara Health Center provides family medical and dental
care services, as well as retail pharmaceutical services to the
local community. The operator, Community Health Care, has
also provided dedicated space within the building to other
community outreach and educational programs. The three-
story, 34,000 square foot building, with a façade of brick veneer
and two types of metal panel systems nicely complements the
surrounding residential townhome-style developments. The
building contains 12 dental operatories, a pharmacy, community
room, 18 medical exam rooms, three procedure rooms and
corporate offices.
health & wellness
A rizona O ncology
Multiple Project Locations
When U.S. Oncology expanded into Arizona (Arizona Oncology),
they knew they could turn to A&P for time-sensitive renovation
projects. From the Biltmore Medical Mall to the Phoenix Baptist
Hospital Campus, our teams have completed ongoing tenant
improvement projects for Arizona Oncology over the last
several years. Projects have ranged from office and clinic space
build-outs to the installation of a concrete vault housing a Varian
linear accelerator. Teams have even run two-shifts on projects
to maintain extremely aggressive schedules. A&P was recently
awarded its fifth project with Arizona Oncology and we continue
to prove our teams can meet all needs of this client.
22. mission-based
co mmu n ity -b a se d R ick W eiss A partments
Palm Springs, California
The Rick Weiss Apartment complex is part of the Desert Aids
Project (an organization whose mission is to meet the evolving
medical and social service needs of people living with HIV/AIDS).
The community is an 80-unit special needs affordable housing
development serving the HIV/AIDS community. It consists of 48
studio units and 32 one-bedroom units. Other amenities include
a pool and nearby access to an on-site laboratory and pharmacy.
The Rick Weiss Apartments are part of the overall Desert AIDS
Project campus, which also includes the Riverside County Family
Health Center. This combination of affordable housing, health care
and social services creates an ideal community for persons living
with HIV/AIDS.
mission-based
G lobal W ater C enter
Maricopa, Arizona
The Global Water Center is used as a tool for educating the local
community about sustainability and water preservation. The LEED
Silver certified facility also serves as the operational headquarters
for Global Water’s Palo Verde Utilities Company and Santa Cruz
Water Company. This design/build project is a showcase for water
reclamation and reuse and utilizes a number of sustainable elements.
These include non-potable water for all irrigation and flushing
toilets, recycled building materials utilized throughout the facility,
natural lighting, and high efficiency heating and air-conditioning.
The main office building will serve both office operations and their
retail service operations while the secondary structure houses
maintenance and warehouse operations.
23. mission-based
Tacoma Goodwill Milgard Work Opportunity Center
Tacoma, Washington
Tacoma Goodwill’s Milgard Work Opportunity Center provides job training
and placement services for people in need. The four-story, 63,000 square foot
facility is a LEED Gold qualified building with five times the classroom space of
Goodwill’s previous Workforce Development Center built in 1965. The building
houses a Distance Learning Theater and REACH, a partnership of educational
institutions and nonprofit agencies focused on helping young adults. There is
also the Neighborhood Bistro, a public restaurant, and Goodwill’s Coffee Buzz, a
coffee shop – both open to the public – along with playcare space for program
participants and the agency’s administrative offices. Sustainable elements of the
project include a lighting control management system that reduces energy use,
low-E glass and sunscreens that lower building heat gain and reduce the life cycle
energy cost, and water-saving plumbing fixtures that reduce water use by 30%.
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25. recreation
c o mmu n ity - b a se d
C ottonwood R ecreation C enter “A&P understands the importance of establishing
open lines of communication from the outset of the
Cottonwood, Arizona
endeavor. They have perfected a dynamic course of
action that facilitates community involvement and
Our team initially faced resistance from the local community on
streamlines the construction management process
this high profile project for the City of Cottonwood. The initial
for communities and clients alike.”
perception of a large “out of town” contractor coming into the
community was difficult to overcome. The team went beyond
- Jason Little, Recreation Manager
construction to generate excitement for the project and maximize
City of Cottonwood
local subcontractor participation (exceeding City goals). We held
numerous project update meetings with the public and held several
events to involve the community, including beam signing and grand
opening ceremonies. The project team also ingrained themselves
in the community for the duration of the project. They relocated
to the small town, rented homes, ate and shopped locally – in a
sense they truly joined the community. By the completion of the
project, the perception of A&P had completely reversed and the
community of Cottonwood has a facility they are very proud of.
Unused contingency was donated back to the Parks and Recreation
department. The 50,000 square foot state-of-the-art recreation
center is now a focal point for the community of Cottonwood.
26. wh o we a re more than what we do,
it’s who we are
The surrounding community is a key project
component that is often overlooked. Community
involvement is a cornerstone at A&P, transcending to
even the project level. Whether it is simply taking the
time to keep the community informed on progress
or donating time and resources to local causes,
our culture of giving back is ingrained in all of our
employees. Contributing to the community at all levels
is the right thing to do.
Adolfson & Peterson Construction gives back to
the community at both the national and local levels.
Through our national corporate giving initiatives, the
George & Maya Adolfson Foundation and the
WE CARE Fund, A&P donates 10% of our pre-
tax profits to fund charitable endeavors across the
country.
At the local level, we contribute to numerous
charitable organizations and support project-specific
causes (like donating labor and time to paint the
Valley Christian Center near the Matthew Henson
neighborhood revitalization project). Beyond the 10%
pre-tax profit contributions at the corporate level, A&P
has donated over one million dollars directly to
local communities in Arizona over the years. In
addition, we actively support employees as they donate
thousands of hours of their time, talent and energy to
local causes.