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Construction has begun on HarborChase of Stuart

Posted on July 29, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, an award-winning Toledo, Ohio based general contractor specializing in senior living, multi-family and mixed-use construction projects, is pleased to announce that construction has begun on HarborChase of Stuart, a 127,798 square-foot assisted living and memory care community in Stuart, Florida.

Co-developed and owned by Denver-based Confluent Senior Living, co-developed and operated by Florida-based Harbor Retirement Associates and designed by Baker Barrios Architects, Inc.; HarborChase of Stuart will provide a mix of 134 assisted living and memory care apartments in the two-story facility. The luxury senior living community will feature amenities including a full-service commercial kitchen, multiple dining areas, a salon, massage room, wellness room, three interior courtyards complete with multiple fountains, a shade sail, a putting green, resident planting beds, a fire pit, and high-end interior finishes. Construction is scheduled to be completed in the fall of 2020.

“Our project team is excited to be building this phenomenal development. ...

The Douglas Company Celebrates Groundbreaking of the New Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation Community in Wesley Chapel, Florida

Posted on July 9, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, an award-winning Toledo, Ohio based general contractor specializing in senior living, multi-family and mixed-use construction projects, celebrated with the owner, TLC Management, Inc., a recent groundbreaking of their new $33.2 million Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation Community in Wesley Chapel, Florida.

Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation Community will feature a total of 201 residences inclusive of 106 skilled nursing, 22 memory care, and 73 assisted living suites. Meticulously designed by Cuhaci & Peterson, the community will encompass approximately 158,971 square feet of living and communal space with amenities including a health spa, theater, game room, wellness gym, activity center, resident art gallery, library, putting green, and bistro shop – all conveniently located on-site. Construction is scheduled to be completed in the Fall of 2020.

“It's gratifying to bring TLC Management’s vision to life. Blue Heron Health and Rehabilitation will be a beautiful space with first-rate services that meets the...

Announcing Our New Website – Designed with You in Mind

Posted on May 30, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

After several months of hard work and dedication, The Douglas Company is thrilled to officially announce the launch of our new website! We invite you to visit us at douglascompany.com to learn more about our processes, services, culture, and to explore our project portfolio.

Our new website coincides with our expanding role as an industry leading General Contractor specializing in the construction and renovation of senior living and multi-family projects. The primary objectives of the redesign of our site were focused on providing the opportunity to rediscover who we are as a company, our services and solutions, aesthetics, simplifying our content, and increasing the visibility of our brand.

We built our new website with you in mind; you'll find our new site is divided into three main sections: Read More >

The Douglas Company is pleased to announce that Chris Vasel, PE has been Promoted to Project Manager

Posted on May 7, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is pleased to announce the promotion of Chris Vasel to the position of Project Manager. In Mr. Vasel's new position, he will directly manage commercial construction projects from early development through project completion and will be responsible for overall cost, schedule and budget evaluation, as well as, all construction coordination. Chris Vasel is an alumnus of The Ohio State University where he received his Bachelor of Science in Technology, Civil Engineering, and holds a Professional Engineer Certification. Chris started his career with The Douglas Company in 2015 and has taken on various roles as an Estimator, Field Engineer, Project Coordinator, progressing to Assistant Project Manager and currently accepting his new position of Project Manager. "We are consistently evaluating how to best contribute to the success of our employees, clients, and partners; Chris will be an integral part of our growth and success moving forward. He has worked...

The Douglas Company has Broken Ground on Sand Hill Memory Care in Gainesville, Virginia

Posted on April 10, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, an award-winning Toledo, Ohio based general contractor specializing in multi-family, senior living, and mixed-use construction projects, has broken ground on Sand Hill Memory Care, a new $10.8 million memory care community in Gainesville, Virginia. The Developer, Dillin LLC, selected M&A Architects of Columbus, Ohio to design the 40,944 square foot single-story community, featuring 64 suites, multiple activity areas, commercial kitchen, spa, physical therapy, sunrooms, as well as, a salon and two interior courtyards. "We are excited to be building our third senior living community for Dillin LLC," said Hunter Kick, Project Coordinator of The Douglas Company. "Our partnership is truly about utilizing our strengths to create a senior living community that offers an unsurpassed standard of living to its residents. Our team is proud to be part of the development that brings this new option for residents with Alzheimer's, dementia and other types of memory challenges to the Gainesville...

The Douglas Company Announces The Completion Of A New Senior Living Community In Sylvania, Ohio

Posted on March 26, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, an award-winning Toledo, Ohio based general contractor specializing in multi-family, senior living, and mixed-use construction projects, announces the completion of a new senior living community in Sylvania, Ohio. Charter Senior Living at Oak Openings is a 48,882 square-foot community, developed by EBS Sylvania, LLC, delivers a combination of 52 assisted living and memory care suites for residents. The $8.6 million project was designed by M+A Architects and brings a new and modern standard in senior living to Sylvania and Toledo area residents. The one-story, contemporary community features first-class amenities, including full-service kitchen, billiards room, bistro, fitness room, salon, spa room, living rooms, activity areas, as well as, exterior courtyards and patios. "Our team is excited to be part of the project team of this new senior living community that will provide a new option in assisted living and memory care to the residents in our hometown," stated Alex Koch,...

The Douglas Company Celebrates the Completion of Construction with Owners Confluent Development and Harbor Retirement Associates

Posted on March 5, 2019 | by Bob Ritter

The Douglas Company, an award-winning Toledo, Ohio based general contractor specializing in senior living, multi-family and mixed-use construction projects celebrates the completion of construction with owners Confluent Development and Harbor Retirement Associates at the grand opening of HarborChase of Beavercreek Senior Living Community in Beavercreek, Ohio. This $21.5 million community, designed by Eppstein Uhen Architects, brings a new modern standard in senior housing to the Dayton area residents. The 123,000 square-foot luxury retirement community consists of 64 assisted living and 46 memory care apartments in a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom options. The two-story contemporary community features first-class amenities including a bistro, bar, large dining rooms, multiple serving kitchens, multiple activity areas, salon and pedicure, wellness center, two enclosed courtyards, putting green, outdoor fireplace and seating area, exterior fountains, and several private balconies. "We are enthusiastic in announcing the completion of construction on this beautiful luxury senior living community that provides...

Construction Nears Completion on the Centre Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tallahassee, Florida

Posted on January 13, 2019 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is pleased to provide an update on the construction progress of the expansion of the Centre Pointe Health and Rehabilitation Center in Tallahassee, Florida. Lantz Boggio Architects collaborated with the owner, Clear Choice Health Care, to design the 40,860 square-foot addition which includes: 33 new suites, a state-of-the-art therapy gym and spa, salon, and theater. The expansion of the existing facility will provide more space and amenities for patients who are undergoing rehabilitation prior to returning back home. The Centre Pointe expansion is expected to be complete in February of 2019. "Our team is excited to be so close to completion of this project, knowing this expansion will offer an even stronger future to this community and its residents; it's gratifying to know we have a hand in making that happen," said Josh Conradi, Project Coordinator with The Douglas Company. The Douglas Company The Douglas Company is an industry-leading...

Your Life Senior Living Memory Care Community Construction Completed

Posted on December 14, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is excited to announce completion on the construction of Your Life Senior Living, a new Memory Care Community located in Stuart, Florida. Your Life Senior Living Memory Care Community is a 60,217 square foot, $12.6 million community constructed in four sections, each with its own theme, ensuring that every neighborhood has an individualized, homelike quality. The interior has a bright, open layout with many elegant finishes. Amenities include activity rooms for arts and crafts, and therapy classes, a salon and spa, theater room, putting green, and an interior courtyard that is beautifully landscaped with butterfly gardens and a rock waterfall. The Douglas Company collaborated with Olson Land Partners and architect, Leo A. Daly, to provide this state-of-the-art community that offers 74 residential rooms and is designed to promote safe and abundant living for area residents with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias. "We celebrate the completion of this Olson...

$21 Million Luxury Assisted Living and Memory Care Community in Fort Lauderdale, Florida

Posted on November 27, 2018 | by douglascompany

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, announces the completion of Symphony at the Waterways, a $21 million luxury assisted living and memory care community located on 1.3 acres of land on the Intracoastal Waterway at 3001 East Oakland Park Boulevard in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. The 105,000 square-foot assisted living and memory care community features 84 assisted living apartments and 20 memory care apartments. Symphony at the Waterways features beautiful common areas that offer residents vast outdoor lounge areas, rooftop patios, and a courtyard/pier. Assisted living residents and memory care residents will also benefit from a secure memory care terrace. Amenities also include an elegant dining room, a bistro for cocktail dining, library, fitness center, an 8th-floor sky dining lounge allowing for stunning views of the surrounding water, a salon and spa and a surround-sound theater with raised auditorium seating and a 90" screen. Developed by CCH-GD Fort Lauderdale Realty, this state-of-the-art, eight-story luxurious...

WellBridge of Clarkston Rehabilitation Community Project Completed

Posted on November 1, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is pleased to announce the completion of construction on WellBridge of Clarkston Rehabilitation Community located in Independence Charter Township, Michigan. A grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony were held on October 24th. Developed by The WellBridge Group, the 68,465 square-foot community designed by JW Design features 92 private suites and 4 semi-private suites for post-acute care residents. The $16.5 million community features ample public areas throughout the building, allowing residents to maintain an active lifestyle with amenities including WB Fresh bistro and coffee shop serving Starbucks Coffee, state-of-the-art therapy space, full-service salon, game room, extensive courtyard areas, fire pit and concert-listening area (for next-door DTE Energy Center). The project's completion marks the sixth collaboration between The WellBridge Group and The Douglas Company. "We are tremendously pleased with the finished result and thoroughly enjoyed working closely with The Douglas Company team on another successful project," said Mike Perry,...

Construction Begins on Seventh Project with Owner Kaplan Development Group

Posted on October 5, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, celebrates the start of construction on its seventh project with owner Kaplan Development Group. The $13.3 million All American of Kingston will be a 58,000 square-foot, assisted living and memory care community located in Kingston, New Hampshire. "We are excited to be building this great senior living development that features senior assisted living and memory care. Having built multiple All American communities, we understand how the client's vision embodies a true senior living campus," said Landon Kessler, Project Manager of The Douglas Company. The 58 unit assisted living and memory care community was designed by EGA Architects and boasts spacious studios and two-bedroom companion suites for residents, as well as, a gorgeous state-of-the-art memory care wing specifically dedicated to caring and providing a secure home-like environment for residents with Alzheimer's and memory disorders. Community amenities will include a double-sided fireplace, salon, beauty parlor, bistro, media room, interior...

Announcing the Completion of Genesys Health Park Rehabilitation Community

Posted on September 25, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is proud to announce the completion of construction of WellBridge at Genesys Health Park Rehabilitation Community in Grand Blanc, Michigan. The WellBridge Group hosted a grand opening celebration and ribbon-cutting ceremony for this new ultramodern and innovative location within the Genesys Health Park Campus on September 12th. This $21 million community is comprised of 86,844 square-feet and offers 128 beds for post-acute care residents. WellBridge at Genesys is set apart from previous Wellbridge projects by its much larger size, allowing for increased common areas and new additions, including a day spa and pub. Additional amenities include a contemporary decor and furnishings, state-of-the-art rehabilitation equipment, a massage parlor, a large commercial kitchen with a full-time chef and accompanied staff, a bistro, a beautifully landscaped exterior with sidewalks that allow access to the entire site, and a Starbucks! The newer, high-end finishes give WellBridge at Genesys the ambiance...

The Douglas Company Announces Completion of Stonecrest of Rochester Hills Senior Living Community

Posted on September 12, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, has completed construction of the new Stonecrest of Rochester Hills Senior Living Community in Rochester Hills, Michigan. Stonecrest of Rochester Hills marks The Douglas Company's second senior living project completion with owner and developer, NorthPoint Development. "Stonecrest of Rochester Hills is a beautiful complement to the area, and we are proud to have been part of this project team," said Preston Knecht, Project Coordinator of The Douglas Company. The upscale 78,342 square foot assisted living and memory care community, is comprised of 87 private apartments; including a single-story, 32-unit memory care building in addition to a two-story assisted living building offering a total of 55 assisted living one and two bedroom suites. This $15 million upscale, elegant community features a variety of amenities for seniors; including an arts and crafts room, beauty salon, movie theater, cyber cafe, and exercise room. The exterior layout consists of an outdoor...

The Douglas Company Named as Inc. 5000 Honoree for Fifth Consecutive Year

Posted on September 7, 2018 | by douglascompany

The Douglas Company has been named to the 36th annual Inc. 5000 list - a prestigious ranking of the nation's fastest-growing private companies for an incredible seventh time. As a 7th time honoree, The Douglas Company is now part of a select group of companies called the 'Honor Roll', less than a tenth of Inc. 5000 honorees ever achieve this milestone. The esteemed Inc. 5000 list recognizes the fastest-growing private companies in the United States based on three-year annual revenue percentage growth, and the 2017 Inc. 5000 class is the most competitive in the list's history. Since 2013, The Douglas Company has earned its spot based on a 63% growth rate, earning the company a ranking on the list for the fifth year in a row. "Being included in the Inc. 5000 for five consecutive years is something we are truly proud of as very few organizations can sustain the consistent and...

YourLife / Clarity Pointe Specialized Memory Care Community

Posted on August 16, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is excited to announce completion on the construction of Clarity Pointe Specialized Memory Care Community in Tallahassee, Florida. Clarity Pointe Specialized Memory Care Community is a 59,694 sq. foot $11.2 million community, specializing in treating those with Alzheimer's and other memory impairments. The Douglas Company worked with Olson Land Partners and architect, Leo A. Daly, to provide an engaging, tranquil community. The 74 unit, Clarity Pointe-Tallahassee community is constructed in four sections, each with its own theme, ensuring that every neighborhood has an individualized, homelike quality. The interior has a bright, open layout with many elegant finishes. Amenities include activity rooms for arts and crafts, and therapy classes, a salon and spa, theater room, putting green, and an interior courtyard that is beautifully landscaped with butterfly gardens and a rock waterfall. "We are proud to have been part of the project team to bring the vision of this...

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, Announces the Completion of the Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care Community

Posted on August 7, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, has announced it has completed the construction of the Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care community at Wiregrass Ranch in Wesley Chapel, Florida. Beach House Assisted Living and Memory Care is a 96,000 sq. ft. assisted living and memory care community just outside of Tampa in Wesley Chapel, Florida. This $14.65 million project was completed in November 2017, making it the second project completed for Prevarian Senior Living, and among many with the architect, Architectural Concepts, Inc. The two-story facility offers 100 units, all of which take into consideration the comfort and safety needs of the potential residents. The community has many resort-like amenities with an open and sun-lit style layout in the Wiregrass Ranch area that offers shopping and restaurants nearby in a dynamic neighborhood atmosphere. The three landscaped courtyards promise plenty of time for relaxing in the beautiful Florida sunshine. There are endless opportunities...

The Douglas Company is Proud to Announce the Completion of Construction of Peregrine’ Landing at Onondaga Hill

Posted on July 27, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is proud to announce the completion of construction of Peregrine' Landing at Onondaga Hill, a Memory Care Community located in the beautiful residential area in Onondaga Hill of Syracuse, New York. The new $7.5 million memory care community is owned by Peregrine Senior Living / Onondaga Senior Real Estate, LLC and features 64 units offering specialized memory care for residents with Alzheimer's disease and other forms of dementia. Designed by MWT Architects PC, the single story, 35,760 square foot community features numerous on-site amenities, including a chapel, ice cream and soda shop, full-service commercial kitchen, common space living rooms, restaurant-style dining rooms, salon, therapy rooms, spas, community gathering areas, and enclosed courtyards. "With our experience in senior housing construction, we are proud to be part of the team involved in creating this new senior living community in the Syracuse area. It offers an unsurpassed standard of memory...

Construction Complete on The Tower on the Maumee Luxury Apartments

Posted on July 13, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, is pleased to announce the completion of construction on The Tower on the Maumee luxury apartments, located on the Maumee River in the downtown area of Toledo, Ohio. This $21.7 million project was the redevelopment of the top 11 floors of a 30-story office tower. With construction complete in March 2018, The Douglas Company, owner George F. Eyde Family, LLC, and Quinn Evans Architects hope to breathe new life into this "glass city" historic landmark. This new residential development offers elegance and sleek design. One hundred six apartments provide spacious floor plans between 719 and 1,265 square feet with one or two bedrooms. All units come equipped with stainless steel appliances, including a full-size washer and dryer, granite counter tops and islands, Italian tile floors, and 7-foot panoramic windows affording stunning views of downtown Toledo and the Maumee River. The Tower on the Maumee, formerly the Fiberglas Tower,...

A New Primrose Memory Care Community in Lancaster, Ohio

Posted on May 31, 2018 | by jyoakam

The Douglas Company, General Contractor, announces the completion of the new Primrose Memory Care Community in Lancaster, Ohio. The $5 million memory care community, owned by Primrose Retirement Communities, was thoughtfully designed for memory care residents facing the early stages of Alzheimer's and dementia. Primrose Memory Care Community, designed by WAI Continuum, includes high-end architectural and design features, bringing a distinguished level of finish and detail to memory care in the Lancaster area. It is designed to address the level of care needed by memory-impaired individuals while creating an atmosphere for them to engage in an active lifestyle. The 24,912 square foot community features 24 private suites and amenities, including a spa and beauty salon, coffee bar, library, dining and living rooms, fireplace, and an interior courtyard with a fountain to create a homelike atmosphere. "This marks the third successful completion with owner and developer, Primrose Retirement Communities. Our partnership is truly about...