The Redmond Company

Integrated design/build services, planners, architects, and project managers all under one roof. The Redmond Company is one of the region's leading design/build firms providing development assistance, design, and construction services. We've been providing exceptional service in the retail, financial, commercial, and pharmacy industries since 1976. Innovative Approach. Unique Solutions. - Retail - Financial - Pharmacy - Commercial - And More

Featured Projects
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Completed Projects
Project Name: Scottsdale Shopping Center
Location: Chicago, IL
• 8,000 sf – Addition • 13,000 sf – New Construction • 28,000 sf – New Construction The Redmond Company assisted the developer in critical pre-construction and due diligence phases of the project. • Detailed pre-construction schedule • Preliminary construction schedules to set lease provisions for Lowe’s site turnover • Numerous budget updates for development proformas • Municipal approval process • Illinois Department of Transportation requirements • Coordination of new public utilities • Tax Incremental Financing (TIF) In addition to several retail space additions, The Redmond Company built a new, two-story professional building with tenant improvements for medical, office, and kidney dialysis tenants.

Project Name: JCPenney Store
Location: Menomonee Falls, WI
Converted from an old Wal-Mart, this JCPenney included a full interior and selected exterior demolition. New finishes were used both inside and out to convert the existing building to match the new JCPenney’s prototype design. We helped the JCPenney designers clear many obstacles with how to cost-effectively adapt the existing building to the new prototype. In addition, Redmond made many successful design changes on the fly to enable JCPenney to roll out a new merchandising concept just a few weeks before opening.

Project Name: Village Square Shopping Center
Location: Delafield, WI
This project involved not only building a 51,000 sf grocery store, a 24,000 sf retail strip on the north side of the site, and a 12,000 sf retail strip on the south side, it also involved extensive site development work. The Redmond Company’s team carefully cleared the land and built five retention ponds under the watchful eyes of the City and environmentalists who were concerned with the destruction of possible tree species. Our team was instrumental in coordinating over one mile of STH 83 widening, and the installation of turn lanes, traffic signals, and access points to the site. We worked with a consulting engineer, State Department of Transportation staff, city personnel, neighbors, and a friendly competitor who was working across the highway. Our site superintendent helped keep the communications flowing and served as the project’s trouble shooter. While not every available space had tenants move in initially, the shopping center was built to accommodate multi-tenants in the two retail buildings along with the preparation of building pads for future construction.

Project Name: Johnson Bank
Location: Brookfield, WI
The Redmond Company provided construction services for this long-standing client. This two-story building is LEED certified through the use of sustainable design, recycled materials, and a construction waste management plan. This is the seventh project Redmond has done for Johnson Bank. The Business Journal's 2009 Real Estate Awards
"Best New Development-Office" Category Second Place

Project Name: Port Washington State Bank
Location: Cedarburg, WI
The Redmond Company provided design and construction services for interior and exterior renovations. The project involved a complete demolition of the interior and relocation of the drive-up, all while keeping the branch open to customers. 2008 Mayor's Community Enhancement Award Winner This is the third project that Redmond has done for this client.

Project Name: Omni Community Credit Union
Location: Oshtemo, MI
The Redmond Company provided design and construction services for this new branch. The branch was designed with many architectural elements found at the main office, to create a branding theme. This branch is Redmond's second project with Omni.

Project Name: PyraMax Bank
Location: Milwaukee, WI
The project involved the interior remodeling of a building in Milwaukee's Historic Third Ward. The Redmond Company’s design team incorporated the building’s heavy-timber structure and “cream city” brick walls into the layout, preserving the open warehouse feel to the space.

Project Name: Walgreens - Main & Hwy 151
Location: Fond du Lac, WI
This project involved relocating a very successful area Walgreens which had limited parking. The store was built through winter because of the length of time it took to remove the contaminated soils that were left from the previous auto maintenance shop. Just when the project was wrapping up, and Walgreens was preparing to move in, the church next door burned down. The opening of the store was delayed because the remaining church steeple posed a safety hazard. Except for soot, there was no damage to the store. Walgreens moved in and the location was a huge success.

Project Name: Walgreens - Oakland & Locust
Location: Milwaukee, WI
The Redmond Company is proud that this Walgreens won a 2007 Mayor’s Urban Design Award. This award is given to buildings with unique and innovative designs that complement the diversity of Milwaukee’s neighborhoods and enhance the City’s image. The 14,378 square-foot Oakland location won in the category of “Best Face Forward.” This location was a non-prototypical design to fit the downtown “urban-edge” setting. The design underwent an extensive approval process through the City of Milwaukee. 2007 Mayor's Urban Design Award Winner
"Best Face Forward" Category

Project Name: Staybridge Suites Hotel
Location: Franklin, WI
The Redmond Company (TRC) began working with the owner as their development manager during the due diligence and pre-design phases. To minimize project costs, TRC’s involvement included guiding the Owner’s project team through challenges such as environmental, legal, and contaminated soils issues. By working closely with the municipality during the pre-construction phase of the project, TRC understood and planned for the extra steps the municipality required. Because the hotel is located within an environmental corridor as well as a Planned Development District, TRC needed to address wetlands, navigable stream and floodplain issues, Department of Transportation requirements, as well as re-zoning and lengthy municipal review processes. Part of the solution to these complicated site issues was the use of an eco-pave system for the parking lot, which eliminated the need for on-site stormwater detention. TRC evaluated multiple structural systems for the building and their associated costs prior to design implementation and bidding. A factor affecting the selection of the structural system was the need to work through a Wisconsin winter while minimizing the cost impact to the project of enclosures and temporary heat. The solution agreed upon was the utilization of a new, cutting-edge, light-gauge steel framing system. TRC is proud to be one of the first companies to use this technology in the state of Wisconsin. Also, by using a flooring system that achieved the required sound transmission and fire rating without the need for a topping slab, TRC was able to reduce the time required to complete the structural frame and deck on each level. This further reduced costs. Because of TRC’s early involvement, ability to fill multiple roles during pre-construction, and close coordination with all members of the project team, The Redmond Company was able to meet the Owner’s needs and expectations, assure flag standards were honored and adhered to, and deliver a project that satisfies the community’s vision for its future development. Amenities of the five story, 118-suite, extended-stay hotel include a library, theater, fireplace, swimming pool, whirlpool, and courtyard.

Projects In Design
Project Name: Oak Forest Banking Center
Location: Oak Forest, IL
Oak Forest Banking Center, a facility of Carlinville National Bank has hired The Redmond Company to design and construct an interior remodel for their new branch bank. The programs main focus was to create a relaxed and inviting environment for their clients. The ambiance is achieved through the use of earth tone colors, textures, and indirect lighting. The cliental are welcomed with access to a wireless network for ease of banking transactions and will be able to stay up to date with current market trends via the media center. The project also includes a new two-lane drive-up canopy with two-way video. This is Redmond’s second project with Carlinville National Bank Shares.

Project Name: Midland States Bank - Interior
Location: Effingham, IL
Midland States Bank has selected The Redmond Company to provide master planning, site selection and design services for its new four-story 79,000 sf building in Effingham, IL. This project will be the headquarters for the bank’s administrative, operations and finance divisions. Redmond began working with Midland in 2008 as part of their strategic planning. The bank had hired a new management team in 2007 and was projecting to grow its market share. Since then, the bank has experienced phenomenal growth, and needed a building that “would make a statement” in the community. The result is a four-story building with an extensive glass exterior to provide day lighting throughout. Roof terraces and a patio will blend the exterior environment with the interiors. The lobby atrium will provide an open air feel to the common areas. The building is being designed to achieve the LEED “Certification Level” as designated by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). This will be achieved through the use of water efficient plumbing fixtures, recycled materials, energy management systems, and a construction waste-management program. Construction will begin in late Spring 2010 and be complete in early 2011.

Project Name: Midland States Bank
Location: Effingham, IL
Midland States Bank has selected The Redmond Company to provide master planning, site selection and design services for its new four-story 79,000 sf building in Effingham, IL. This project will be the headquarters for the bank’s administrative, operations and finance divisions. Redmond began working with Midland in 2008 as part of their strategic planning. The bank had hired a new management team in 2007 and was projecting to grow its market share. Since then, the bank has experienced phenomenal growth, and needed a building that “would make a statement” in the community. The result is a four-story building with an extensive glass exterior to provide day lighting throughout. Roof terraces and a patio will blend the exterior environment with the interiors. The lobby atrium will provide an open air feel to the common areas. The building is being designed to achieve the LEED “Certification Level” as designated by the US Green Building Council (USGBC). This will be achieved through the use of water efficient plumbing fixtures, recycled materials, energy management systems, and a construction waste-management program. Construction will begin in late Spring 2010 and be complete in early 2011.

Projects In Construction
Project Name: Sun Plaza - Citi Trends
Location: Kenosha, WI
This is a remodel of a grocery space to be split into two tenant spaces - Citi Trends and a future tenant. Citi Trends is approximately 12,500sf of space which will receive new finishes, mechanical equipment, and electrical upgrades. Also involved is a refacade of this portion of the center, which includes a new storefront, raising the parapet, a new insulation system and paint. This project is very schedule driven so The Redmond Company is expediting the delivery of material to the project site. The Redmond Company will also work with the local utility company and the City of Kenosha to coordinate the configuration of both new and existing electrical services for the center.

Project Name: Palmer Bank
Location: Taylorville, IL
Palmer Bank selected The Redmond Company as its partner for the planning, design and construction of a new main office facility. The new 11,800 sf office will be located on the corner of Webster and Park Streets in Taylorville, IL. The new bank facility is being built in conjunction with a $12 million, 40,000 sf addition to the adjacent Taylorville Memorial Hospital. The hospital's new main entrance will be constructed on land donated by Palmer Bank. In addition, the Illinois Department of Transportation will be reconstructing the highway along the bank site and adding traffic signals as part of this development. The Redmond Company has been working with Palmer Bank since 2004 on the strategic planning and municipal coordination for this project.

Project Name: Oak Forest Banking Center
Location: Oak Forest, IL
Oak Forest Banking Center, a facility of Carlinville National Bank has hired The Redmond Company to design and construct an interior remodel for their new branch bank. The programs main focus was to create a relaxed and inviting environment for their clients. The ambiance is achieved through the use of earth tone colors, textures, and indirect lighting. The clientele are welcomed with access to a wireless network for ease of banking transactions and will be able to stay up to date with current market trends via the media center. The project also includes a new two-lane drive-up canopy with two-way video. This is Redmond’s second project with Carlinville National Bank Shares.


TESTIMONIAL
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Market: retail
Steven R. Gartman, President The Albion Group, Inc.
“Having worked with The Redmond Company for many years, I can attest to their professionalism and efficiency working on grocery store projects. The synergy between our two firms has resulted in the Redmond Team’s success in exceeding grocery client expectations. Redmond’s Field Superintendents are sensitive to reducing any inconvenience, inside or outside the stores, and therefore, have gained respect from store owners and managers. Their interpretation of architectural drawings in the field has made each construction project move smoothly and without delays.”
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CURRENT EVENTS
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Redmond Architect achieves LEED Accreditation
The Redmond Company (TRC) is proud to announce that Bob Rowe has become a LEED Accredited Professional. TRC now has a team of four LEED Accredited professionals and is pleased to offer sustainable design services to our clients who are pursuing LEED Certification for their projects. The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system was created by the United States Green Building Council to encourage and accelerate the adoption of sustainable construction and development practices through the creation and implementation of universally accepted performance criteria. LEED is a third-party certification program and is nationally recognized as a benchmark for the design, construction and operation of high-performance buildings.
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