2025 was a year to remember. Our 10th anniversary gave us every reason to celebrate with the clients, trade partners, and our team who continue to shape our journey. From big moments to meaningful connections, we’re grateful for every memory made.
Cheers to the decade behind us and the one ahead. 🥂❤️
They say growth doesn’t happen overnight, and they’re right. Ours has been ten years in the making and shaped by purpose, collaboration, and the pride we take in every space we’ve brought to life.
The beautiful projects we’ve built are only part of the story. The people write the rest: the teammates, partners, and clients, whose passion and trust have fueled our growth.
Here’s to the journey so far, and to the values that continue to guide what’s next.
Spring is in full swing, and it’s the perfect time for our Spring Giveback!
Last week, our team assembled hygiene kits for Bread for the City, supporting their work with low-income residents across DC. Along with clothing collected through our drive, everything was delivered last Friday.
Always a great reminder of what we can do when we get together as a team and support our local community in a small but meaningful way. 💙
🌟 Stunning Spaces. Superior Service. 🔨
Project: Officeworks
Location: Fairfax, VA
Size: over 7,500 SF
Team: OTJ Architects, Stream Realty Partners
Photo credit: Trent Bell
It’s always exciting to help an industry partner bring their vision to life. The Officeworks showroom build-out was designed to showcase their wall systems and furniture offerings. This dynamic space demonstrates how flexible workplace solutions can come to life.
Project highlights:
🪟 Radiused glass Teknion demountable walls complemented by custom millwork bulkheads
🪵 A café featuring a dramatic black millwork wall crafted from barn wood
🏼 A bespoke mosaic tile floor at the entrance showcasing the Officeworks logo
🧩 A Metalworx feature ceiling above the open workstations
We’re also proud to share that the drywall assembly throughout the space received a 2026 WBC Craftsmanship Award. A big shoutout to the incredible work of Capitol Drywall! 🏆
It was a great experience being part of creating this innovative and functional space. Take a look at the photos!
🔨Craftsmanship Meets Broadcast Innovation🎙️
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Project: ARD (Westdeutscher Rundfunk)
Location: Washington, DC
Size: over 16,400 SF
Team: sshape, Cushman & Wakefield
Photo credit: Kate Wichlinski, sshape
We’re excited to showcase the new DC office buildout for ARD, a leading German radio broadcaster. The space pairs professional studios with welcoming community areas for both production and connection.
Key features of the space include:
🎙️ State-of-the-art broadcast studios
🎧 Acoustics designed to support high-quality broadcast performance
🪵 A striking wood slat ceiling in the pantry and banquette area, carefully coordinated to meet German ceiling height standards despite the constraints of overhead systems
💡 Custom angular light fixtures lining the corridors, creating a dynamic and modern atmosphere
We’re proud of the coordination and craftsmanship that made this international broadcast space possible!
Last week, our team celebrated Women in Construction Week with a Paint & Sip afternoon. It was a great chance to unwind, get creative, and spend time connecting with one another outside of the day-to-day.
Safe to say we have some artistic talent on the team… even if a little paint ended up on our hands (and maybe a few pairs of pants). 🎨
We’re grateful to work alongside such talented women who contribute so much to what we build every day.
Great evening at the Subby Awards Gala last Saturday, celebrating the craftsmanship and excellence that define our industry.
We were honored to be nominated for GC of the Year ($50–$250M) and proud to see Alex Narrow recognized with a nomination for GC Project Manager.
Congratulations to all the winners, and thank you to everyone who made it such a great night celebrating our industry!
🌟Precise Coordination Drives On-Time Success⏱️
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Project: International Franchise Association (IFA)
Location: Washington, DC
Size: over 12,700 SF
Team: sshape, JLL
Photo credit: Kate Wichlinski, sshape
We’re excited to showcase our build-out for IFA, a modern workspace designed to support focus, collaboration, and wellness.
Completed within a 15-week schedule, this project required careful coordination, especially with many finishes sourced internationally and requiring long lead times. Through proactive planning and teamwork, we delivered substantial completion right on time.
Key features of the space include:
🏆 A custom millwork trophy wall at the entrance
🏢 Private offices, conference rooms, and team rooms
🌿 A wellness room and media room
☕ A café for connection and recharge
🪵 A bespoke millwork banquette seating booth serving as a standout feature element
We’re proud of the coordination and craftsmanship that brought this space to life — from demolition through final build-out. Take a look at the finished space!
Easy to fall in love with a workspace like this ❤️✨
This Valentine’s Day, we’re showing some love to the spaces that keep people moving, connecting, and recharging. Thoughtfully built amenity and fitness spaces make the workplace better—for everyone.
#valentinesday #craftsmanship
🌟 Refined Interiors, Thoughtfully Built 🔨
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Project: Bradley DC
Location: Washington, DC
Size: over 3,000 SF
Team: C2C, Inc., Perkins&Will
Photo Credit: Halkin Mason Photography
We’re excited to showcase our interior renovation for a law firm, Bradley’s Washington, DC headquarters. This project focused on elevating key spaces through thoughtful details, refined materials, and seamless integration—creating a polished, modern workplace.
The space features high-end millwork finishes throughout the suite entry, elevator lobby, pantry, and conference rooms. It also incorporates the ALUR demountable system for offices and conference areas.
This project reflects a true team effort and a shared commitment to quality. We loved helping bring the vision to life! Check out the photos!
Congratulations on your retirement, Mike!
Thank you for your hard work and commitment over the years. Wishing you happiness and all the best in what’s next.
We kicked off the year by giving back to our community! ❤️❄️ We put together Winter Care Kits for Cornerstones, a local nonprofit dedicated to promoting stability, empowerment, and hope for individuals and families in need in Northern Virginia.
All kits have been assembled and delivered by our team, and we’re so grateful for the opportunity to serve our community together.
