Historical Projects

Aberdeen Proving Ground Building 1570
Project: Aberdeen Proving Ground Building 1570
Year Built: 1917
Building Square Foot: 45,000 SF
Contract Amount: $598,000
General Contractor: LINC Government Service
Description: Demolition and Environmental
History: Aberdeen Proving Ground is a test and evacuation command center within the United States Army Material Development and Readiness Command. The facility sits on approximately 78,000 acres of property located in both Hartford and Baltimore County. This facility acts as a testing ground for weapons, weapons systems, target acquisition systems, and many more. 
Baltimore Gas & Electric Headquarters
Project: Baltimore Gas & Electric Headquarters
Year Built: 1916
Building Square Foot: 200,000 SF
Contract Amount: $1,530,000
General Contractor: James M. Jost Company
Description: James M. Jost Company
History: Located in Baltimore, Maryland the Baltimore Gas and Electric Headquarters was once home to the former Consolidated Gas, light, and electric power company of Baltimore City which was rebranded to BGE in 1955. This 21-story building was designed by a Boston and Baltimore based architect and was constructed in 1916.
The Miller Can Factory
Project: The Miller Can Factory
Year Built: 1890-1910
Building Square Foot: 70,000 SF
Contract Amount: $545,000
General Contractor: Hammel Builders
Description: Demolition and Enviromental
History: This brick manufacturing plant is located in Baltimore, Maryland. It was constructed between 1890 and 1910. This facility is a significant piece in Baltimore’s industrial development. The building is also significant as a representation of 19th-century factory-style; with decorative brickwork and multiple window forms. In 2009 this facility was redeveloped into Miller’s Court apartments as well as office spaces for public and charitable agencies.
Quarters #6
Project: Quarters #6
Year Built: 1908
Building Square Foot: 7,000 SF
Contract Amount: $160,000
General Contractor: 3 Phases- Various General Contractors
Description: Demolition and Enviromental
History: Since 1962 Quarter Six has been the official residence of the Chairman of the Joint Cheif of Staff. Before this, the Chairman did not have an assigned residence. Built-in 1908 Quarter 6 the quarters was originally a duplex designed to house two junior officers and their families. The house was the largest building among the stately homes in Officers Row. The home cost $19,202 to constructed and was amongst the first homes in Ft. Myer.
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Project: Buchanan House- Residence of the Superintendent Vice Admiral of the United States Navy
Year Built: 1906
Building Square Foot: 300,000
Contract Amount: $800K
General Contractor: Potomac Abatement, Inc.
Description: Demolition and Environmental
History: Built-in 1906 Buchanan House is the residential quarters of the Superintendent of the United States Naval Academy. This structure closes the western corner of the Naval Academy and is a stark contrast to the monumental buildings surrounding it. The house is named after Franklin Buchanan who was one of the founders of the Naval Academy in 1845.
The Miller Can Factory
Project: Tingey House- Offical Residence Cheif of Naval Operations of the United State Navy
Year Built: 1804
Building Square Foot:
Contract Amount: $400K
General Contractor: Tutman Barby
Description: Demolition, Environmental, Complete Renovation, Lead Removal
History: Tinegy House, otherwise known as Quarter A is located in the United States Naval Yard in Washington, DC. This building is a part of the historic Officers Quarters and is the residence to the Chief of Naval Operations of the United States Navy. The building was built in 1804 and was named after Thomas Tingey who was a commodore of the United States Navy; originally serving in the British Royal Navy.

Aberdeen Proving Ground Building 1570
Project: United States Supreme Court
Year Built: 1930
Building Square Foot: Various Projects
Contract Amount: $100,000
General Contractor: Potomac Abatement, Inc.
Description: Eviromental
Histroy: The United States Supreme Court building was first occupied on October 7. 1935. Located in Washinton DC the facility sits on First Street NE, adjacent to the U.S. Capitol and the Library of Congress. The architect, Cass Gilbert, pulled from ancient Roman temples, which includes the tall columns at the entrance of the building. Unlike the Library of Congress, the United States Supreme Court building has a more reserved neoclassical style. The construction of the building started on February 3, 1930, and cost $9,740,000.
Baltimore Gas & Electric Headquarters
Project: Daughters of the American Revolution
Year Built: 1929
Building Square Foot: 20,000
Contract Amount: $500,080
General Contractor: Crisman Company
Description: Demolition and Enviromental
History: Daughters of the American Revolution Constitution Hall is a concert hall located in Washington DC near the White House. Built-in 1929, the facility was the house the annual convention of the DAR which was originally held at Memorial Continental Hall. Later, the two buildings were connected by a third building housing the DAR museum. Designed by John Pope the hall holds 3,702, with an additional 52 boxes. The structure has a neoclassical design with a unique U-shaped balcony.
The Miller Can Factory
Project: Organization of American States
Year Built: 1910
Building Square Foot: 400,000
Contract Amount: $150,000
General Contractor: Blake Development
Description: Demolition and Environmental
History: The Organization of American States building is located next to the White House and is a grand marble structure. The structure was a philanthropic donation made by Andrew Carnegie. Albert Kelsey and Paul Gret were the designers of the building and quickly designed what became one of the most elegant pieces of architecture in Washington, DC. The building opened in 1910 and showcased exotic coffee trees, palm, mango trees, and a large indoor patio. In 1960 the OAS got Carlos Páez Vilaró to paint a mural titled “Roots of Peace.”

 

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