With modern cities turning into concrete jungles, it is inevitable to lose sight of the overpowering structures with glass facades spearing into the blue skies. Most of the time, onlookers tend to believe that buildings are permanent fixtures in the settings of a vicinity. However, like everything else, they too come with an expiry date and go through various stages of a lifecycle. 

Read the rest of entry »

Shingobee will be an exhibitor at the MNCAR Expo next Tuesday, October 23, at The Depot in Minneapolis – one of the largest gatherings of commercial real estate professionals each year. If you are attending, be sure to stop by our booth #70.

Read the rest of entry »

As online shopping continues to become the focal point of consumers across the U.S., big-box retailers are struggling with the economic impact. In 2018 alone, 15 corporations that were once staples in the retail industry are facing the threat of closure. Large big-box chains such as Sears, Toys”R”Us, and JC Penney are struggling in the face of the changes in consumers’ shopping habits.

Read the rest of entry »

Mille Lacs Corporate Ventures (MLCV) held a grand opening ceremony on July 20 to showcase completion of the first construction phase of Lady Luck Estates. This 28-unit townhome development will provide quality, affordable housing for hardworking families in Hinckley, Minnesota.

Read the rest of entry »

The Gardner School of Edina is a Top Project of 2017

Shingobee is pleased to announce that The Gardner School in Edina, MN, has been named one of 2017’s Top Projects by Finance & Commerce. Shingobee provided a complete renovation of an aging industrial building that had been sparsely occupied for the last ten years. The renovation and conversion to a handsome, contemporary preschool/childcare center revived the building and significantly improved its appearance in an office/industrial area of Edina.

Read the rest of entry »

Shingobee, Bankers Equipment Service, and HTG Architects bring you a seminar on transforming bank branches, from traditional banking to a more customer-focused retail-style environment.

Read the rest of entry »

Shingobee Builders will be attending the Upper Midwest Convenience Store and Energy Convention, April 9th through April 11th, at the St. Paul RiverCentre. This convention and trade show focuses on growth, development, and trends for industry professionals. At Shingobee, we are committed to providing innovative construction and management services for our clients throughout the Midwest. For that reason, we feel it’s necessary to stay abreast of industry trends and new developments. In the ever-changing landscape of consumer needs, we understand the challenges of the competitive retail environment. As project management professionals, we are committed to providing creative solutions to help your business succeed.

Read the rest of entry »

Shingobee Builders is pleased to announce we will be attending the Minnesota Credit Union Network Annual Conference again this year. The event will be held April 4th through April 6th, 2018, at the Radisson Blu Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota. Attendees include hundreds of exhibitors, credit union professionals, and CEOs as the event offers opportunity for growth and development in the financial market.

Read the rest of entry »

There are various contractual arrangements that can be utilized to hire a general contractor (GC) or construction manager (CM) for your commercial construction project. Regardless of the type of contract, it is wise to bring the GC or CM on board your team during the pre-construction phase to collaborate with your architecture and engineering professionals as they complete the design.

Read the rest of entry »

Senior communities have begun to respond to consumers’ higher expectations with more services, greater amenities, healthier lifestyle programs, and “resident-centered” care. One area that has lagged in this process is the modernization of facility environments to support the emerging hospitality model and the application of new concepts that can actually enhance the residents’ experience, support health and healing, and increase a community’s appeal and competitiveness.

Read the rest of entry »