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Home of our portfolio, press releases, and employee blogs
Here, you’ll find a library of blog posts dedicated to different aspects of the commercial construction industry -- news and updates, upcoming trends, and past projects built by us at The Douglas Company.
In the realm of construction, the preconstruction turnover process is more than just a transition—it’s a critical phase that can set the stage for a project’s success. At The Douglas Company, a leading general contractor with nearly 50 years of experience, we believe that mastering this phase is essential in ensuring seamless project execution […]
September 16, 2024
At The Douglas Company, we’ve been harnessing the power of Procore Project Management Software for nearly eight years, and it’s become an indispensable part of our project management toolkit. As general contractors with nearly 50 years of experience, specializing in senior living and multi-family housing projects across Ohio, Michigan, Indiana, and Florida, Procore has […]
September 5, 2024
Cincinnati, OH, August 29, 2024 – The Douglas Company, industry-leading Ohio General Contractor, proudly announces the completion of the first phase of construction on affordable housing development Thatcher Flats. Designed by Cincinnati-based architectural firm New Republic Architecture, Thatcher Flats has a modern look with excellent amenities including a workout room, laundry room, on-site management, a […]
August 29, 2024
Zephyrhills, FL, July 25, 2024 – Industry-leading General Contractor, The Douglas Company, is honored to announce the start of construction on The Cottages at Abbott Station, a $20.8 million build-to-rent multifamily community in Zephyrhills, Florida. The project aims to create quality, attainable, market-rate build-to-rent housing for the ‘missing middle’ market. It seeks to serve residents […]
August 20, 2024
Holland, OH, August 13, 2024 – General Contractor, The Douglas Company, continues to make progress on the construction of Woodview Commons, a multifamily housing project at 7405 Jackson Road, Ann Arbor, Michigan. The development will redefine the concept of upscale apartment living, hosting a clubhouse, 90 single-story ranch homes, 100 two-story townhomes, and 266 flats. […]
August 13, 2024
In the commercial construction space, especially when focusing on multifamily housing and senior living projects, the path to a successful and profitable project is paved with careful planning, strategic partnerships, and meticulous execution. Working for a General Contractor with nearly 50 years of experience specializing in these sectors, you learn very quickly what components can […]
August 12, 2024
Introducing The Cottages at Abbott Station The Cottages at Abbott Station, an upcoming Zephyrhills multifamily housing development, is the first partnership between The Douglas Company and owner Goodwin Knight Florida. The project aims to create attainable and quality housing for the often-ignored middle market. It seeks to serve residents who make too much to qualify […]
August 6, 2024
Recently, the Occupations Safety and Health Administration (more commonly known as OSHA) posted its top 10 most frequently cited standards for 2023. Looking it over, I was unsurprised to see fall protection in the top spot as it has been leading this list for over a decade. I also was not surprised to see ladders […]
June 24, 2024
I think it is a fair statement to say construction is a uniquely stressful career no matter which side of it you are on. Whether it be in the field performing the work, on the General Contractor side, or Ownership and Development side, there will always be numerous hurdles and challenges that you will face […]
June 13, 2024
As a general contractor, client satisfaction is a top priority for us at The Douglas Company. Rightfully so, as happy clients turn into 5-star reviews and strong referrals. But how do we know that our clients are happy? How do we measure customer feedback in a straightforward way that encourages honesty and helps identify areas […]
June 6, 2024
If a picture is worth a thousand words, how many words is a complete and coordinated construction plan set worth? Arguably, the most critical components to any project are the construction documents. Plans, specifications, engineered calculations, supplemental instructions, requests for information, narratives, addendums, sketches; the list goes on. These documents are used by thousands of […]
March 21, 2024
St. Augustine, FL, March 19, 2024 – The Douglas Company, an award-winning general contractor, is pleased to announce that construction is underway on the first phase of Southpointe at Westminster St. Augustine, a Life Plan Community in St. Augustine, Florida. Developed by Westminster Communities of Florida, this phase of Southpointe will be comprised of 36 modern […]
