What We Did
Project Overview
Munger Construction partnered with Ascend Bank, formerly Guilford Savings Bank, to transform an existing 34,500-square-foot commercial building in Wallingford, Connecticut, into a modern operations center designed to bring employees together under one roof. The project involved extensive interior renovations and building system upgrades to create a functional, collaborative workplace that supports the bank’s evolving operational needs and long-term growth.
Business Facility
Renovation/Interior Fit-Up
Case Study
The Situation
As Guilford Savings Bank prepared for its transition to Ascend Bank, the organization sought to consolidate employees and operations into a centralized facility that would support collaboration, efficiency, and its evolving corporate identity.
The existing building required significant modifications to accommodate the bank's workplace requirements, including updated interior spaces, infrastructure, and building systems.
Munger Construction was selected to help transform the property into a modern operations center while coordinating the complexities of renovating an existing commercial facility.
Problem
The Challenges
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Transforming an Existing Commercial Building: Repurposing the existing facility required careful evaluation and coordination of structural conditions, interior layouts, and building systems to accommodate the bank's operational requirements.
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Coordinating Extensive Renovations and Building System Upgrades: The project involved multiple construction disciplines, including structural modifications, interior renovations, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and fire alarm systems, requiring comprehensive coordination.
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Supporting an Organizational Transition: With the bank preparing to consolidate employees and transition to its new identity, construction activities needed to align with the organization's relocation and operational planning.
Solution
The Resolutions
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Comprehensive Commercial Building Renovations: Munger Construction coordinated structural and interior modifications to transform the existing property into a functional operations center tailored to Ascend Bank's workplace needs.
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Integrated Construction and Trade Coordination: Munger Construction managed the coordination of specialized trade partners and building system improvements, integrating mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection work with the renovated interior spaces.
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Collaborative Project Management and Scheduling: Munger Construction worked closely with the owner, project representatives, design professionals, and trade partners to coordinate construction sequencing, maintain communication, and support the bank's planned transition into the facility.
Outcome
the final product
The completed 34,500-square-foot renovation transformed an existing commercial building into Ascend Bank's modern operations center, bringing employees together in a centralized workplace designed to encourage collaboration and operational efficiency.
The revitalized facility provides updated workspaces, shared amenities, and gathering areas, including The Commons, supporting employee connection and the bank's continued growth.
The project demonstrates Munger Construction's expertise in commercial renovations, adaptive reuse, and the coordination of complex building improvements that help organizations make the most of their existing facilities.