Construction Gets Underway on Second Phase of Cincinnati Affordable Housing Development, Thatcher Flats

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Cincinnati, Ohio, November 13, 2024 – The Douglas Company, a general contractor leader in multifamily housing and senior living, is pleased to announce the second phase of construction on Thatcher Flats, an affordable multifamily housing development in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. This $6 million venture is The Douglas Company’s fourth project with owner Pennrose Properties, LLC. Completion is expected in September 2025.

While the first phase of development focused on Buildings AB and C, this second phase will center on Building D and encompass a total of 30,274 square feet. This three-story building will be broken up in 3 pods of 12 units each, for a total of 36 affordable housing units. Similar to the other buildings in the development, residents will be able to choose between one-, two-, and three-bedroom units. The three-bedroom units will also feature in-unit laundry. Residents will also have access to the amenities...

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The Douglas Company Expands Affordable Housing in South Bend, Indiana

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South Bend, IN, November 5, 2024 – The Douglas Company, a general contractor leader in senior living and multifamily housing, is excited to announce the groundbreaking of AHEPA 100 Phase II Apartments in South Bend, Indiana. This HUD-assisted project will expand affordable housing in the area, with 72 new units for residents that qualify for the Section 202 program.

The groundbreaking ceremony held onsite October 10th marked the start of our first project with non-profit AHEPA Senior Living. It was well-attended and had a speaking program that featured Indiana State Senator Linda Rogers, U.S. Senator Todd Young, U.S. Representative Rudy Yakym, HUD Account Executive Jessica Duarte, AHEPA Senior Living President and CEO Steve Beck. The event earned news coverage from  WNDU16 News Now, ABC57, Inside INdiana Business, Senior Housing News, and McKnights Senior Living.

“I applaud AHEPA for what they’re doing and adding on with the second building...

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The Douglas Company Finishes $23.9 Million Premier Senior Living Community, Arya at DeBary

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DeBary, Florida, October 28th, 2024 - The Douglas Company, an industry-leading general contractor, is proud to announce the completion of Arya at DeBary, a $23.9-million senior living community that brings luxury and comfort to the heart of suburban Volusia County. A collaborative project between owners Nied Capital and Kimaya, LLC, this state-of-the-art community redefines senior living by offering a full spectrum of care and amenities tailored to support an enriching lifestyle.

Arya at DeBary is a hidden gem providing high-quality living options at a competitive price point, comparable to top-tier facilities in nearby Orlando. Designed by Rabits & Romano Architecture, the community offers an array of care options, including Independent Living for active seniors, Assisted Living for those seeking a supportive and social environment, and Memory Care for individuals needing specialized attention.

“We’re thrilled to have been a part of bringing this exceptional senior living community to the...

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Ohio General Contractor, The Douglas Company, Completes First Phase of Affordable Housing Development Thatcher Flats

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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 community room, a homework nook, and parking. Beautiful murals from ArtWorks Cincinnati adorn the exterior of one building, with references to the culture of the neighborhood. The development spans 51,847-square-feet and features 50 affordable housing units for individuals and families, with one, two, and three-bedroom units. The three-bedroom units also feature in-unit laundry. It is The Douglas Company’s third project with owner Pennrose Properties, LLC.

This $11.7 million project is located in the Walnut Hills neighborhood of Cincinnati. The name, Thatcher Flats, comes from Thatcher’s Fish and Poultry, which was a prominent...

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Construction Scheduled to Begin on $20.8 Million Florida Build-to-Rent Multifamily Project

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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 who make too much to qualify for subsidies, but not enough to afford the sky-high cost of housing. This will be the first partnership between Owner Goodwin Knight Florida and The Douglas Company.

This project is unique in that the owner, Goodwin Knight Florida, will be performing all of the sitework and site amenities with their own subcontractors. Starting in November, The Douglas Company will begin their portion of work, coordinating closely with Goodwin Knight’s contractors in order to construct all of the 84 separate cottage structures, 7 garage structures, and clubhouse structure. The project’s placement...

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Construction is Underway on Luxury Multifamily Development in Ann Arbor, Michigan

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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. The Douglas Company is honored to be a part of the project, building just the ranch homes and townhomes in their first partnership with developer Jackson Road SOBI LLC.

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Designed by architect Hobbs + Black, each of the townhome and ranch-style units will feature their own personal garage and electric vehicle charger prep. Each of the townhomes will be approximately 2085 square feet, totaling 208,500 square...

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The Douglas Company Breaks Ground on Florida Life Plan Community Expansion, Southpointe at Westminster St. Augustine

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Quadplex view of Southpointe at Westminster St. Augustine

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 townhomes. The groundbreaking ceremony was hosted at the end of January and was well-attended by excited future residents.

Stewart & Conners Architects, PLLC  designed the 72,036 square-foot community expansion, which will boast the option of elevators and finish selections for residents in its two-story townhomes. Nestled into World Golf Village and surrounded by the beautiful pines of the Mill Creek area, Southpointe at Westminster St. Augustine will be a serene oasis for residents while retaining proximity to beaches, shops, and restaurants. Amenities for the Life Plan Community will be a focus for...

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Construction Continues on the Verena at Hilliard Active Adult Cottages in Hilliard, Ohio

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Holland, OH, November 17, 2023 – General Contractor, The Douglas Company, is proud to announce progress in the construction of Verena at Hilliard Cottages in Hilliard, Ohio. The $14.8 million construction project will be the company’s first with developer Green Courte Partners.

The 11 single-story cottage buildings were designed by Architect Bob Webb and have 4-6 units per building, for a grand total of 53 units. The project is located adjacent to Green Courte Partner’s existing Verena at Hilliard Luxury Independent  Living Retirement Community and is being constructed in order to complement its existing Independent Living Community as well as to provide a unique offering of Active Adult Rental Cottages where residents will enjoy spacious, well-appointed floor plans, attached garages, landscaped yards, and their own community Pickleball Court.

The newly constructed Active Adult Rental Cottages have an expected completion date of September 2024 with the first buildings available for lease in March...

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The Douglas Company Oversees Construction on $23.5 Million Senior Community

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DeBary, Florida, October 18th, 2023 - The Douglas Company has begun construction on Arya at DeBary ALF, a $23.5 million independent living, assisted living, and memory care community in DeBary, Florida. The Douglas Company, serving as general contractor, is working with joint owners Nied Capital and Kimaya LLC. 

The 98,773 square-foot development, designed by Rabits & Romano Architecture, boasts 106 units featuring a mix of well-appointed studios, one and two-bedroom units, and separate independent living cottages. Residents will have access to market-leading indoor and outdoor amenities with a fresh and modern design. The community comforts will include a salon, fitness center, bar and coffee lounge, theater, country kitchen, multiple activity spaces, and luxury amenity-filled courtyards. The completion date is expected in Spring 2024.

“The Douglas Company is excited to join forces with Nied Capital and Kimaya LLC on this much-needed senior living community,” said Jeremy Bartolovitch, Vice President of the Southeast Region...

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The Douglas Company Completes $19 Million Florida Project, HearthStone at Wildwood

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Front view of Hearthstone at Wildwood

Holland, Ohio, September 19, 2023 – The Douglas Company, an industry leading-general contractor, is proud to announce the completion of HearthStone at Wildwood, a senior living community in Oxford, Florida. The Douglas Company served as general contractor for the $19.0 million project.

Developed by Wildwood Senior Housing RE, LLC. and Nvision Development, the facility is situated on the doorstep of the world-famous 55+ retirement community, “The Villages”. Designed by Forum Architecture & Interior Design Inc., HearthStone spans 83,000 square feet and is comprised of 36 memory care units and 94 assisted living units for a total count of 130 units. The true focal point of the facility, the main dining area, features high ceilings, stylish light fixtures, a fireplace, and expansive windows that open up to the courtyard, making it a perfect spot for sharing meals. This location also offers a range of amenities, including a game room, salon, fitness center,...

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The Douglas Company Announces a New President

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Holland, OH, June 1, 2023 - The Douglas Company, a recognized industry-leading general contractor in commercial construction, proudly announces the promotion of Bruce R. Douglas to President of the company, effective July 1, 2023.

The Douglas Company was founded in 1976 by Bruce’s grandfather, Bruce Douglas, and is headquartered in Holland, Ohio, with a second office in Orlando, Florida. Bruce takes over the position from Peter Douglas, who has been President since 1992.  In these 31 years, the Company has grown to be a respected national leader in senior living and multifamily construction, completing more than 13,000 units of senior living and 11,000 units of multifamily.  “I’m excited for the future with Bruce and our dedicated leadership team.  They, along with our other associate partners, bring tremendous energy and ability to serve our clients into the future. We have planned for this process for several years to ensure the transition...

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The Douglas Company Announces Completion of $22 Million Senior Living Community in Shaker Heights, Ohio

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Front exterior of HarborChase of Shaker Heights

Holland, Ohio, May 9, 2023 – The Douglas Company proudly announces the completion of HarborChase of Shaker Heights, a new assisted living and memory care community located within one of Cleveland’s most affluent suburbs, just eight miles from downtown. The Douglas Company served as general contractor for the $22.2 million community.

Co-Developers, Confluent Senior Living and Harbor Retirement Associates, selected RDL Architects to design the three-story, 108-unit community. The 106,698 square foot HarborChase is comprised of 80 assisted living units and 28 memory care units for individuals with dementia-related conditions, with every unit boasting high-end finishes. This extravagant facility offers vaulted ceilings upon entering and has a variety of amenities for residents to enjoy, including a commercial laundry service, full-service commercial kitchen, exhibit kitchen complete with a pizza oven, virtual activity room, two salons, bistro, bar, a large wellness room, private and formal dining rooms, artist studio...

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The Douglas Company Expands Affordable Housing with Lincoln & Gilbert Family Development

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Holland, Ohio, April 20, 2023 – The Douglas Company, a general contractor leader, is excited to announce our third multifamily project with owner, Pennrose, LLC. The Douglas Company will oversee the Lincoln & Gilbert Family Housing development, a $9.9 million affordable housing community in Cincinnati, Ohio. Completion is expected in April 2024.

Located in Walnut Hills, the project site was cleared of vacant and dilapidated structures to make room for the 51,847-square-foot development. Lincoln & Gilbert Family Housing will create 50 affordable housing units for individuals and families, with one, two, and three bedrooms. Designed by Cincinnati-based architectural firm New Republic Architecture, the buildings will offer a modern look with excellent amenities including a community room, laundry room, on-site management, community spaces, and parking.

“The Douglas Company is proud to continue our work with Pennrose to bring quality living spaces that enrich the communities of Cincinnati,” said Tyler Stout,...

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The Douglas Company Finishes Eighth Senior Living Community with Kaplan Development Group

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Holland, Ohio, 2023 February 9 – The Douglas Company and owner, Kaplan Development Group, celebrated the completion of the $12.6 million All American Assisted Living at Enfield. Located in Enfield, Connecticut, this new community offers assisted living and memory care services for older adults. This is the eighth development The Douglas Company has managed as the general contractor for the Kaplan Development Group. 

Designed by EGA Architects, All American Assisted Living at Enfield features 112 residences in a spacious 55,992 square-foot living and communal space. Impressive in-house amenities include a salon, beauty parlor, bistro, media room, and an interior courtyard. The building is wood-framed and constructed on a slab on grade over a standard spread footer/stem wall.  The exterior is finished with CertainTeed vinyl siding, including lap boards and “cedar” shakes, with a mix of EPDM and asphalt shingle roofing. 

“The Douglas Company team is proud to bring the Kaplan Development Group projects to life...

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The Douglas Company Completes Cincinnati’s First LGBTQ+ Retirement Community

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Holland, Ohio, November 29, 2022 – John Arthur Flats located in Cincinnati, Ohio is the first LGBTQ+ friendly 55+ affordable senior housing community in the city of Cincinnati. The modern building contains 57 units offering studio, and 1- and 2-bedroom apartments. The Douglas Company was selected as the general contractor for the $9.4 million development. This is the second project working with developer, Pennrose, LLC.

New Republic Architecture created a unique design with charcoal metal panels and a custom brick blend for the exterior. The 50,000-square-foot space consists of a 3-story building with elevator service. Impressive amenities include a fitness center, large community room, wellness center, on-site laundry room, a dog park, and an outdoor terrace. On-site social and medical services geared toward LGBTQ+ needs are also available to residents.

“We are proud to be part of this collaboration with the Northside’s development arm, Northsiders Engaged in Sustainable Transformation...

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Construction is Underway on Revolutionary Active Adult Community in Gainesville, Florida

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Holland, Ohio, October 20, 2022 – The Douglas Company, an industry-leading general contractor, is proud to partner with Discovery Management Group to build a revolutionary concept in senior living at Discovery Place at Celebration Pointe. Located in the heart of Gainesville’s Celebration Pointe development, this Experiential Living community will provide unique amenities and programming aimed at socialization, health, and fitness. Completion is expected in Fall of 2024. This is the third project for Discovery Management Group that will have been constructed by The Douglas Company.

Architectural Concepts, Inc. designed flexible spaces that will feature 180 one- and two-bedroom smart apartment homes including dens, a nearly 4,000-square-foot rooftop lounge and entertainment area, a state-of-the-art fitness center and workout studio featuring on-demand fitness programs and a personalized fitness coach, hospitality-style gathering areas, a tech bar and coffee lounge, a grab and go bistro, a bark park and more. Residents will...

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Construction Begins on $33.9 Million Senior Community The Grove at Countryside

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Holland, Ohio, August 18, 2022 - The Douglas Company is excited to announce the beginning of construction on The Grove at Countryside, a new resort-style senior living community, located in Clearwater, Florida. Developed by The Vestcor Companies, The Douglas Company will serve as the general contractor for the $33.9 million development.

Designed by Gary B. Coursey & Associates, Architects Inc., The Grove at Countryside is a 144,841 square-foot senior community that will include 32 independent living, 72 assisted living, and 22 memory care units. The amenity-rich environment will include a bistro, dining rooms, pub bar, activity rooms, art room, libraries, piano lounge, hair salon, nail salon, fitness room, exterior porches, rentable storage, and garage spaces. Outdoor residents will enjoy the beautifully curated courtyards, memory garden, dog park, and putting green. Construction is scheduled to be completed in spring 2024.

“The Douglas Company team is proud to collaborate on a...

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The Douglas Company Finishes $28 Million Multifamily Development Ahead of Schedule

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Holland, Ohio, July 14, 2022 - The Douglas Company has recently completed construction of The Sagefield, a new multifamily residential development located in the heart of Jacksonville, Florida. This luxury residential community includes 234 spacious one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units in two 4-story apartment buildings and two 2-story carriage homes with tuck-under garages. The Douglas Company served as general contractor for the $28 million upscale development.

Real estate developer Chance Partners, LLC chose Dynamik Design Partners as the architect for the 274,590 square-foot space. The architecture features a contemporary farmhouse design, with gabled rooflines, vertical siding, and a striking dark red, charcoal, and white color scheme. Apartment upgrades include stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, Smart Home technology, sleek wood-like flooring, 10-foot ceilings, and upscale finishes.                         

“It was a pleasure working with Chance Partners to provide such high-quality residential housing to northern Jacksonville,” said Brian Carter, project manager for The Douglas Company....

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The Douglas Company Completes $44 Million Harper’s Station Luxury Retirement Community

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Holland, Ohio, July 6, 2022 - Harper’s Station is a new state-of-the-art senior living community in the Gainesville, Virginia area. The 55+ retirement community offers spacious, well-appointed independent living, assisted living, and memory care apartments along with residential cottage homes and a wide variety of amenities and services. The Douglas Company served as general contractor for the $44 million upscale senior living community.

Co-Developers, Bourne Financial Group and Sage Development Group, selected John Marc Tolson Architecture to design the 192-unit community. The 244,400 square-foot Harper's Station consists of a 3-story main building and three villa buildings comprising seven units. The amenity-rich community offers a variety of options for residents to enjoy, including a heated indoor swimming pool, grand dining room, coffee shop, bistro, library, salons, fitness center, game room, yoga studio, putting green, exterior fireplace, fire pits, and a gazebo. Architecturally, all buildings provide 360º architectural treatments that include high-quality...

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The Douglas Company Names Three Lead Estimators

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Holland, Ohio, June 21, 2022 - The Douglas Company is pleased to announce that Andrew Barger, Rey Rodriguez, and Matthew Upton have all been promoted from project estimator to lead estimator. These well-deserved promotions come as the company’s preconstruction departments are working harder than ever to keep projects on track in preconstruction through a challenging market, and getting more creative and proactive in keeping project prices under control.

As lead estimators, these professionals will manage the entire preconstruction process from concept to contract including taking the lead on preconstruction calls, meetings, and presentations. Along with this huge jump in responsibility, they will continue to meet the needs of our clients and work with the assembled team to keep projects on time and within budget.

 “We are proud to promote Andrew, Rey and Matthew as lead estimators,” said Peter Douglas, president of The Douglas Company. “Our company is committed to providing quality preconstruction...

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