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Building for Better Care: ASHE CHC Q+A with Rockford's Curt Lautenbach and Eric Kella

At Rockford, our Health + Well-Being team is proud to be supported by several ASHE CHC-certified professionals, including two leading team members featured here. In this Q&A, Eric Kella, Project Executive, and Curt Lautenbach, Senior Project Manager, share their backgrounds, what draws them to healthcare work and how CHC expertise helps us deliver projects that keep patient care at the center.
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Case Study: Occupied Healthcare Renovation During COVID

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Ask An Intern: What Makes A Good Career Mentor?

As the summer nears to a close, Rockford Interns are heading into another year at school equipped with months of hands-on experience working on a myriad of projects out in the field and the office. While we are sad to see them go, we are grateful to each i
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Women gaining representation in construction

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Apartment Living: Décor on a Budget

Let's face it. No matter how much furniture or décor you may have, moving into a new space calls for updates. New space, new you, right? Thankfully, there are so many ways to add a fresh feel to your apartment without breaking the bank. Vintage, new, boho
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Our Community: First Annual Summer Bash

Bringing people together is written into Rockford Property Management’s DNA. Because when great people and organizations come together, magic happens.On Tuesday, July 16, we hosted our 1st Annual Summer Bash in the courtyard at Fulton Place, providing our
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Inside Track: Artistic mind guides Boezwinkle’s career

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Renderings provide glimpse of Grand Rapids medical innovation building

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Life at The Morton: Nicholas Vander Veen

When The Morton opened in 2015, it garnered plenty of attention from everyone around Grand Rapids, including those intrigued by the city’s history, members of the media and more. It also caught the eye of Nicholas Vander Veen, who has been a resident for n
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MSU GRIP: Collaboration Over Competition

Across the world, fans flooded into stadiums, pubs and living rooms to watch as international teams competed for the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Soccer played on the world stage is a stunning lesson in teamwork. We watch as athletes pour precision, grit and ma
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Blue35 Spotlight: Alexandra Pfeffer, Eversight Labs

Coworking fosters collaboration by placing professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds and businesses together in a shared space. At Blue35, this shared space was thoughtfully structured to encourage innovation, establishing an environment in which me
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A Look Inside: Détroit is the New Black

For many of us, the way we dress tells the story of who we are. Whether we are reserved or outgoing, fashionable or functional, glam or goth, the clothes we step out of the house in are an introduction to the outside world — one that may express our values
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Our Community: Living Well Through Wellness

It’s that time of year again — warmer temperatures, sunshine and the itch to get active is in the air. Staying active can pose a plethora of questions: Where do I go? What should I do? What fits into my schedule?The Rockford Property Management team takes
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Development group inks lease with MSU for new medical building in Grand Rapids

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Around GR: Experience Grand Rapids Culture Pass

For those seeking a healthy variety of cultural attractions and activities, Grand Rapids is an ideal city. With the John Ball Zoo, Grand Rapids Art Museum, Grand Rapids Public Museum and more all located in the heart of downtown, there’s plenty of opportun
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Honoring the Work of Those Who Came Before Us

While new beginnings often define our work at Rockford, our projects within historical and iconic buildings require an in-depth understanding of the beauty, resilience and timelessness of a story already begun. From Furniture City to Motor City, we have us
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Life at Barley Flats: Derek Sitterly

For nearly a year, Derek Sitterly and his fiancée Ali Hoskins have been residents on Grand Rapids’ West Side. And while neither Derek nor Ali have family in the area, they’ve found their connection to the city and their sense of community through living at
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Rockford Construction expands leadership

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Around GR: Best Picnic Spots (and Pairings) in Grand Rapids

Grand Rapids is bustling with ample green space and plenty of tasty spots to eat. Basically, it’s a city that has everything you need for an unforgettable picnic. If you’re up for the task, follow this handy guide for a week’s worth of picnic pairings that
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Our Community: Supporting Connections

There are many perks to living at The Hendrik, including the fitness center, community room, a great location atop Bridge Street Market and much more. These perks extend outside of the building’s walls and into the community, where a variety of shops, rest
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Rockford moves into Detroit market

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Our Team: Facilities Maintenance

Rockford Property Management’s communities come alive through the inspiring stories that fill each space. We’re committed to providing our tenants with the high-quality service they deserve and to always being there for them when called upon. But none of t
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Being a Good Neighbor: 2019 Community Banner

At Rockford Construction, our team members wear many hats. We are constructors, property managers and real-estate developers, continually striving to redefine what we can do and who we can be for our clients. As we take on new challenges, one role remains
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Life at Fulton Place: Kelly Koerner

Kelly Koerner first heard about Fulton Place through a college friend who had moved into the community when it opened in 2016. After being invited over on several occasions, Kelly was hooked.“I always hoped to eventually move to Fulton Place myself,” she s
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Upcycling Breathes New Life Into Projects

For many of us, our first childhood foray into construction was deciding what to do with the giant cardboard box that came in the mail. For some the box became a house, for others, it transformed into a rocket ship. The possibilities were endless, and the
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Our Community: It's All About the People

With so many options to choose from, finding a place to call home in Grand Rapids can be a daunting task. As you begin your apartment search, questions abound: Which floor plan suits me best? What amenities are available? Where will I park?Then, there’s
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Around GR: Best Spring Hikes Within 15 Minutes of Grand Rapids

With the air warming, the sun shining a bit brighter, and the morels and leeks beginning to pop, hiking is an excellent way to embrace the changes of spring. Grab a light jacket, some boots and a sense of adventure and explore some of the incredible local
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How Strong Preconstruction Efforts + Teams Ensure Success

As a company that develops, builds and manages space, Rockford understands the importance of building spaces that attract the community, reflect our clients’ missions, perform exceptionally over many years and meet project and operating budgets.With this i
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Life at The Hendrik: Sandy LeBlanc

Sandy LeBlanc is no stranger to Rockford Property Management. After initially living at The Morton for nearly a year in downtown Grand Rapids, it was time for Sandy, who has served for more than a decade as the executive director of the Grandville Jenison
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Rockford Construction Detroit Office announces new addition to executive team

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Inside Rockford’s New Website

Builders of a Changing WorldRockford's completely redesigned website offers a comprehensive view of not only what we do, but who we are. We build a changing world by elevating the communities we serve through creating physical spaces that reflect their mis
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A Place to Learn: Lab Planning Trends

The way today’s healthcare, education, and workplace spaces are changing and trends in laboratory facility design continue to evolve in similar ways. Design and construction teams are being challenged to create laboratories that encourage collaboration amo
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Partners unveil West Side solar power project

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Writing the Next Chapter

As we imagine Rockford's next 30 years, we look forward to being a part of how our communities and world will continue to transform. As builders of a changing world, Rockford embraces the promises the future holds and remains dedicated to making them a rea
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A Look Back: Michigan State University Grand Rapids Research Center

Situated on a tight urban site with two major vehicular and pedestrian circulation routes, a highway boundary to the north, and complex construction requirements for vibration, noise, contamination, isolation, and quality, the completion of the GRRC meant