Category: Renovation

Art Center to start Phase 2 of renovations after reaching $1 million matching gift milestone – The Advocate-Messenger

Art Center to begin Phase 2 of renovations after reaching $1 million matching gift milestone

Published 4:30 pm Friday, March 22, 2024

The Art Center’s new building (left) is undergoing major renovations. Photo submitted.

The Art Center of the Bluegrass’ ArtSee campaign has experienced an overwhelming response, with supporters rallying to meet and exceed the $1 million matching gift from an anonymous donor through Center College.

This significant milestone has been achieved months ahead of schedule, demonstrating the tremendous enthusiasm and support for the expansion project funded by ArtSee.

The expansion project is aimed at transforming a large, historic building

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Placing spire structure ‘tops out’ Salt Lake Temple renovation – Church News

The extensive, multiyear renovation of the Salt Lake Temple reached a pinnacle of sorts Tuesday, Feb. 13, with the placement of the final reinforcing steel pyramid atop the iconic house of the Lord.

An estimated 800 construction team members involved in the renovation project gathered beside the pioneer landmark anchoring the Temple Square headquarters for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in Salt Lake City for the midday “topping out” ceremony, a building tradition marking when the structure’s final beam or equivalent piece is placed.

For the Salt Lake Temple and its Tuesday topping out, the sixth and

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Rock Island city council and planning meetings moving County Building during renovations

With renovations to Rock Island City Hall set to begin April 1, City Council meetings and study sessions will move into the County Board Room starting Monday.

The County Board Room is located on the third floor of the County Office Building at 1504 3rd St. The building is right next to Rock Island City Hall.

The city’s permits and inspections service counter has been moved to the third floor of City Hall. The offices of the city clerk, mayor and city manager have moved to the east side of the building and can be accessed through the 16th Street

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Work begins on Peabody’s Central Street renovation this spring | News

PEABODY — The city will begin construction on a major overhaul of Central Street this month.

The city has received about $20 million in state and federal aid to completely redo a section of Central Street starting at its intersection with Walnut Street near Bill & Bobs and running through the intersection of Endicott Street and Route 114 at Wilson Square.

As part of the project, crews will add a new road surface, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic signals, and modern landscape and design amenities to improve traffic flow, safety and accessibility for pedestrians and drivers.

Mayor Ted Bettencourt announced in a

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Tulsa commercial building permits

From Staff Reports

This weekly update lists new commercial construction, expansions and enlargements of more than $50,000 in Tulsa. Descriptions of work are described where listed.

Commercial building permits are provided by the city of Tulsa on a weekly basis after entities provide information on upcoming building plans.

They are listed by owner, tenant or building name. Listed cents are rounded up or down to the nearest dollar amount.

The Tulsa World runs this weekly list to inform readers of upcoming or planned projects. For questions, email [email protected].

23-169152 — Bank of America Tower, 15 W. Sixth St., alteration (interior

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London’s Sustainable Future: Lab-Grown Diamonds for Eco-Conscious Men’s Jewelry

In the bustling metropolis of London, where tradition meets innovation at every corner, a quiet revolution is taking place in the realm of men’s jewelry. With sustainability becoming an increasingly pressing issue, eco-conscious consumers are turning their attention to lab-grown diamonds as a responsible choice for luxury accessories. This shift towards ethical sourcing and environmental awareness is reshaping the landscape of high-end fashion in London, particularly in the realm of men’s jewelry.

Lab grown diamonds London, often referred to as cultured or synthetic diamonds, are created through advanced technological processes that replicate the natural conditions under which diamonds form …

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Welling focuses on playability for renovation of Byrd design at Atlanta CC

Atlanta Country Club in Georgia has reopened its golf course following a renovation by Beau Welling Design.

The Willard Byrd layout first opened in 1956 and went on to host the inaugural Players Championship in 1974 and the Atlanta Classic on the PGA Tour between 1967 and 1996.

The recent renovation, led by Welling and his senior designer Scott Benson, is the first major project on the course and includes significant infrastructure updates and design alterations. Welling’s brief was to increase playability and foster a communal golfing experience.

“Our team is very proud of the work we’ve done to reinvigorate

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Public Information Sessions on Lymes’ Senior Center Renovation Additional Funding to be Held March 25 in OL, March 27 in Lyme; Votes in Both Towns Scheduled April 15

The exterior of the Lymes’ Senior Center on Town Woods Rd. in Old Lyme. The Center is currently closed pending its renovation. File photo.

LYME/OLD LYME, CT – The Towns of Old Lyme and Lyme will host Public Information Sessions on Monday, March 25, and Wednesday, March 27. Both sessions will be presented by the Lymes’ Senior Center Building Committee and cover the status of the Lymes’ Senior Center renovation and a request for an additional appropriation of $880,000 in total—$660,000 from Old Lyme and $220,000 from Lyme—from the two towns.

The 3/25 session for Old Lyme residents will start

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