Projects

Galveston Convention Center

Galveston Convention Center

Engineer: CHP & Associates Architect: Kirksey Architecture The Galveston Convention Center is a two level, 140,000 square foot convention center, located on the Seawall overlooking the Gulf of Mexico. The exhibition hall offers 43,000 square feet of column free space. Other amenities include a 15,500 … more >

Discovery Tower – Houston

Discovery Tower – Houston

Contractor: Gilbane Building Company Architect: Gensler Architects Creating the corporate environment of tomorrow starts with the right location, but it doesn’t stop there. It also takes distinctive architecture, a refined approach and a commitment to sustainable, energy efficient design and construction.  Discovery Tower is the … more >

Palisade Palms Hotels – Galveston

Palisade Palms Hotels – Galveston

Contractor: Brasfield & Gorrie Construction Engineer: DBR Engineering Architect: Kirksey Architecture The towers sit atop three levels of elevated parking, and are connected by a podium lobby that opens up onto the pool deck. The unique, radial design provides for 288 spacious suites, ranging from … more >

Discovery Green Park – Houston

Discovery Green Park – Houston

Contractor: Miner Dederick Constructors Engineer & Architect: PSP Discovery Green, a 12-acre park located in downtown Houston, opened on April 13, 2008. With its proximity to the George R. Brown Convention Center, Minute Maid Park and Toyota Center, Discovery Green is an ideal location for … more >

Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart

Engineer: CHP & Associates Architect: Ziegler Cooper Architects The award winning Co-Cathedral of the Sacred Heart is located in downtown Houston and offers a classic European cathedral design with a modern twist. The $40 million building, which forms the shape of a cross, provides a … more >

Moody Gardens – Galveston

Moody Gardens – Galveston

Contractor: Gilbane Building Company Architect: Morris Architects Engineer: CHP & Associates Moody Gardens is one of the premier travel destinations in Galveston, featuring three spectacular, giant glass pyramids, and a luxurious hotel and conference center. Surrounded by lush tropical gardens, white sand beaches and clear … more >

Moody Gardens Aquarium

Moody Gardens Aquarium

Engineer: CHP & Associates Architect: Morris Architects The Moody Gardens Aquarium is a 2 level facility, comprising 111,000 square feet. The pyramid is 100 feet at the peak. The Aquarium features four major exhibits representing the 4 oceans of the world. The Caribbean exhibit is … more >

Cy-Fair College

Cy-Fair College

Contractor: Gilbane Building Company Architect: Gensler Architects Engineer: Jacob Engineering / Carter Bugress Formerly known as the North Harris Montgomery Community College District, the Lone Star College System  is accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools to award Associate … more >

Schlitterbahn Waterpark – Galveston

Schlitterbahn Waterpark – Galveston

Contractor: Gilbane Building Company Architect: CHP & Associates The Schlitterbahn Water Park at Galveston Island is a 25 acre water park consisting of substantial improvements of two existing on-site facilities, including a 43,000 square foot aircraft hanger and a 19,000 square foot maintenance building. The … more >

Rice University – Autry Court

Rice University – Autry Court

Contractor: Miner Dederick Constructors Architect: HOK Sport Engineer: I.A. Naman Plans for the extensive makeover of the home of the Rice Owls basketball and volleyball teams were set into motion in 2007 with a $7 million gift from trustee and alumnus Bobby Tudor ’82 and … more >

Galveston County Courthouse / Jail Facility

Galveston County Courthouse / Jail Facility

Contractor: Gilbane Building Company Architect: Bay Architect Engineer: Jacob Engineering / Carter Bugress “As of Spring 2006, all county and district courts, the District Attorney’s office, the District Clerk, the County Clerk and Justice Administration have moved out of the 1966 courthouse and into their … more >

M.D. Anderson Faculty Center

M.D. Anderson Faculty Center

Contractor: Hensel Phelps Construction Co. Engineer: Jacob Engineering / Carter Bugress Architect: Watkins Hamilton Ross Architects This 13-story, $41 million Faculty Center consolidates the administration efforts of the nationally recognized institution into one building on the main campus of the Cancer Center. The precast concrete and … more >