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DLR Groups appoints Luis Alvarez, Assoc. AIA, to Senior Associate. With 24 years of experience and a Bachelor’s from the Technological University of Mexico in Mexico City, Luis brings knowledge and expertise to his role. He has demonstrated versatility and dedication to creating innovative, functional spaces in his work in the K-12 Education, Justice+Civic, and Culture+Performing Arts sectors. He is eager to take on new opportunities and challenges, and we are excited to see his future.
McCarthy Building Cos. has promoted Colleen Martindale to VP of Preconstruction for the civil business unit. In this role, Martindale will lead the civil estimating department for the Southern Region, and is responsible for generating budgets for job pursuits, coordinating handoff to the operations team, and tracking and analyzing production data to refine historical costs. In addition, she leads a team of estimators working on heavy civil projects including transportation and aviation.
Erin has worked with every University System in Texas on more than 25 campuses, including the Texas A&M University System, the University of North Texas in Denton, Purdue University, Texas Southern University, and the University of Texas at Austin. Erin focuses on client-centered delivery and cost-effective solutions, building relationships with clients, engineers, construction managers, HUB/MWBE partners, and design firms to advance how we work, learn, and experience education.
A 55-story skyscraper adjacent to Dallas’ Arts District will soon undergo another multi-million-dollar makeover that includes a new name, reimagined lobby, and the addition of two restaurants.
2200 Ross Ave., formerly known as Chase Tower, will be rebranded as Dallas Arts Tower. Owner Fortis Property Group worked with professionals from Stream Realty Partners to strategically select a new moniker that pays tribute to the surrounding neighborhood and amplifies the district’s mission to unify culture and commerce in one dynamic destination. Stream, a national commercial real estate firm headquartered in Dallas and offering an integrated platform of services, leases the office building. Executive Vice President and Partner J.J. Leonard and Managing Director Matt Wieser are the leasing agents for the building’s 1.25 million square feet of office space.
While the landmark building is a work of art designed by architect Richard Keating, its lobby will soon become a masterpiece for tenants and visitors alike. New York-based Fortis plans to add an art gallery displaying pieces from local artists and commission art installations throughout other public spaces. New lighting and flooring will help showcase the artwork. Elevator cabs also will receive a refresh. Construction for the lobby and restaurants is expected to start in late summer, with a 2024 completion. Dallas-based ENTOS Design is working with restaurant architect 75 Degree Design Studio of Dallas on the common area improvements.
Two new restaurants will be constructed in conjunction with the lobby renovations. Dallas-based hospitality powerhouse Milkshake Concepts has been awarded space in the lobby and The Rotunda to launch two eateries that will complement the neighborhood.
For the lobby, Milkshake Concepts will design a European-style, all-day café featuring a robust coffee program, daily baked goods, and a diverse menu with items that can be taken to go or enjoyed in a bright, open environment. Early evening meals and a wine program are expected to be featured.
A first-of-its-kind Greek restaurant will be introduced in The Rotunda. A selection of fish, grilled meats, and traditional sides and dips will anchor the menu that will serve a bustling lunch crowd and refined dinner group.
Jack Gosnell, Elizabeth Herman Fulton, and Marissa Stave with CBRE negotiated Milkshake Concepts’ lease on behalf of Fortis and are leading retail leasing for Dallas Arts Tower.
Stream has leased Dallas Arts Tower since Fortis purchased the building in 2016. The Class A skyscraper has seen several significant updates since, including a new motor court, water features, and landscaping on the Ross Avenue-facing frontage; the addition of a sky lounge and meeting center on the 40th floor; and a new fitness center. An executive tenant conference center, Starbucks coffee shop, convenience store, on-site shoeshine, full-service car wash, and sky bridge that connects to the Dallas Marriott Downtown and DART Light Rail station are among its many amenities.
Silver Star Properties REIT, Inc. (Silver Star Properties), formerly known as Hartman Short Term Income Properties XX, Inc. has announced new leasing transactions in Dallas and Houston:
Jordon Emmott and Abraham Garza of GREA (Global Real Estate Advisors) brokered the sale of Chateaux Dijon Apartments from Investres (which purchased the property in 2018) to Three Pillars Capital Group. The 426-unit multifamily community is located in the Galleria area at 5331 Beverlyhill Street (77056).
Three Pillars has extensive renovation plans for the community that President George W. Bush once called home.
Emmott noted, “Chateaux Dijon is one of the most historic and recognizable apartment properties in Houston. The architecture was simply way ahead of its time and I am excited to see the asset being revitalized.”