Newsline - Special Edition - BuildingsXchange Event

Volume VIX, Issue 8 - September 19, 2008

The Carpet and Rug Institute news for industry executives

In This Issue:
-- CRI Enjoys Busy, Productive BuildingsXchange Event
-- CRI Meetings
-- CRI Participation in Upcoming Events

CRI Enjoys Busy, Productive BuildingsXchange Event

CRI recently participated in the 6th Annual Buildings Xchange event in Park City, Utah, in what turned out to be a truly innovative event. The event is targeted to create synergies between different decision authorities in the commercial buildings industry.

The event gave CRI the opportunity hold strategic meetings with some of the most significant leaders in the industry. It also gave CRI the opportunity to nurture new and existing relationships and push CRI as a resource for these very important decision makers.

CRI was well-received by those in attendance, and was one of the busiest vendors, meeting with 18 different authorities over a two-day period.

CRI President Werner Braun was a key contact for attendees, who were allowed to pick and choose their own agenda of meetings for the event. Braun fielded multiple questions about carpet and its role in construction projects and facilities. In addition to cleaning and maintenance issues, topics ranged from performance and durability to product sustainability and the overall benefits of specifying carpet.

The following is an overview of Mr. Braun's presentations, including key contacts from each group.

  • Pioneer Hi-Bred: Rod Stevens, Architect/Facility Information Buyer

Pioneer Hi-Bred International, is a subsidiary of chemical giant DuPont and is one of the world's largest commercial seed producers. The company comprises more than 12 million square feet of space in 280 locations throughout 42 countries. Each of the facilities incorporates carpet in its design. The company currently has 30 different projects in the pipeline, not counting smaller remodels and reconfigurations of existing facilities.

  • The University of Wisconsin: Daniel Okoli, University Architect/Director of Capital Planning and Development

The University of Wisconsin campus comprises approximately 20 million square feet and has an enrollment of over 41,000 students, with 2,000 faculty members, and 16,000 employees. Currently, UW has over 100 projects in the pipeline with $1.5 billion designated to capital projects, including plans for a new $87 million student union.

  • Barton Marlow Design/Construction Services: Larry Walden, Director of Operations

Barton Marlow is based in Michigan and has 1,550 full- time employees. The company has projects in 37 states. Revenues for the previous five years were in excess of $1 billion annually and the company is ranked among the top 10 builders in the nation. Barton Marlow builds facilities ranging from healthcare, sports, education and auto industry, to corporate/industrial facilities across the US.

  • David's Bridal: Bryant Lubbs, Director of Construction

David's Bridal is the largest and most successful bridal retailer in the country, with over 285 stores nationwide. The company plans to build 12-15 new stores annually and has remodels scheduled involving 6 stores this year and a projected 10-15 stores in 2009. Overall, the company plans to replace carpet in about 25-30 locations next year.

  • HOK: Nestor Infanzon, Vice President

HOK is the largest architectural firm in the United States, and is one of the largest in the world. Employing over 2,600 people in 26 regional offices, HOK's markets include sports, healthcare, science & technology, aviation and commercial. A Senior Project Designer, Mr. Infanzon is in charge of higher education projects and trains company staff on how to specify products.

  • DSW Shoes: Dave Crawford, VP, Store Planning & Construction

DSW Shoes has 259 stores in 35 states, and operates more than 375 leased departments located inside other retailers' stores. The company estimates $1.4 billion in sales during 2008. With an annual capital budget of $40 million, DSW Stores has opened 40 new stores this year and plans to open 30 more each year through 2010. Because of the nature of their business, DSW Shoes has installed carpet throughout ALL their stores ("A scuff on a new shoe makes it an old shoe," according to Crawford.)

  • Jefferson County School District, Colorado: Katheryn Zeeb, Facility Planning Specialist

With 94 elementary schools, 20 middle schools, 17 high schools, 9 option schools, 13 charter schools and 5 special program schools, Jefferson County School District is the largest school district in Colorado and among the largest in the nation. Jefferson utilizes carpet in all of its schools.

  • Gruen Associates, Architecture Planning Interiors: Debra Gerod, Partner

Gruen Associates is primarily focused on public projects: courthouses, libraries, schools and convention centers. Approximately 40% of the company's work is private: hotels, hospitality, high- end retail, private schools, high-rise condos and apartments. Current projects include roughly 50 high- end retail projects for clients such as DeBeers, Harry Winston, and Louis Vuitton, as well as the new motion picture museum for the American Academy of Motion Pictures, and the US Embassy in Berlin.

  • Maine Medical Center: Daniel Doughty, Director, Facilities Management

Serving northern New England, Maine Medical Center encompasses a 610-bed community hospital, the Barbara Bush Children's Hospital, and various outpatient clinics. The largest hospital in New England, Maine Medical Center comprises a 1.2 million square foot complex that underwent a $46 million expansion in 1984. Currently, Maine Medical is finishing work on phase one of their master plan - a $172 million Women's and Infants Center, and is in preliminary planning for $200-$400 in additional capital improvements. Carpet is used in the center's waiting rooms and office areas.

  • Erb Housing Solutions: Don Erb, Director, Residential Facilities

Erb Housing Solutions was created in 2005 to assist small institutions and community colleges in the design and construction of student housing. With a population of 28,000 students, UB has 2.3 million square feet of residences in 111 buildings, and plans to eventually grow to 40,000 students. UB typically does $6-$7 million dollars in renovations every summer. The next planned housing project is a $60 million, 620-bed sophomore housing facility that will apply for LEED Silver certification. The in-place long- term capital plan calls for $2.8 billion dollars in growth by 2020.

  • University of Rochester: Mark Schwartz, Dir., Medical Center Facilities Operation

The University of Rochester Medical Center comprises a 4.8 million square-foot facility at the University's River Campus, plus the nearby Eastman Dental Center facility. Capital expenditures average $112 annually. Two projects - an $80 million research facility and a $250 -$300 million dollar inpatient tower - are currently in the design phase.

  • University of Kansas: Mark Reiske, Assoc. Dir., Design and Construction Management

The University of Kansas includes the 1,000-acre main campus, 55-acre Medical Center, 38-acre suburban satellite campus, plus educational and research facilities throughout the state. Planned projects include: a new School of Pharmacy slated for 2009-2011, additional biology and auditorium facilities, and $100 million in privately-funded expenditures to the athletic program - all to be completed in the next five years.

  • Texas Christian University: Lisa AVen, Interior Designer; Harold Leeman, Director of Major Projects

TCU has invested over $200 million in new facilities in the last few years. The university will spend approximately $140 million on projects in 2008, and expects similar numbers over the next 5-plus years. Current and upcoming projects include the extensive Campus Commons project, a new Olympic sports facility, new wing for the School of Divinity, and multiple LEED certification projects for existing buildings.

  • St. Luke's Hospital: David Johnson, Director of Facilities Planning

St. Luke's Hospital and Health Network is a nationally- recognized regional, integrated network on non-profit hospitals providing primary care in facilities encompassing 748 licensed beds in four hospitals. Current and/or planned projects include: the completion of a $75 million Allentown addition, sizeable renovation of an emergency department, a new medical office building planned for this year, a new post-partum unit in 2009, plus development of a new, 500-acre complex to be known as St. Luke's Riverside.

  • Ryan Companies: Deanne Erpelding, Director of Interior Design; Will Jensen, Vice President of A&E

Over 70 years in business, Ryan Companies US., Inc, is a leading national commercial real estate firm offering integrated design-build and development, plus asset, property and facilities management. Construction projects exceed $1 billion annually, and the property management unit oversees more than 9.5 million square feet of property valued at $9.5 million.

  • Ross Stores: Dennis Villafranca, CAD Development and Design Manager

A Fortune 500 company, and the nation's second- largest off-price retailer, Ross Dress for Less reports 2007 sales of $6 billion and employs approximately 36 thousand individuals. The company opened 75 stores this year and plans 60 to 65 openings in 2009.

  • Regency Centers: Mitchell Bolen, Senior Manager, Construction

A real estate Investment trust, (REIT) Regency Centers is a national developer, owner, and operator of grocery store-anchored community shopping centers. In business for over 40 years, Regency Centers has 450-plus centers, acquiring over $4.9 billion in properties since 2001. This year, approximately 20% of Regency Centers new construction starts will be LEED certified - increasing to 40% in 2009 and 60% in 2010.

  • Erickson Retirement Communities: Jeff DeBois, Senior Director of Construction Services

With 23 communities in 13 states, Erickson Retirement Communities offer full-service living that combines a maintenance-free lifestyle with convenient, on-site amenities and stimulating social opportunities. Residents live in one or two-bedroom residential apartments, and custom design services are available. Currently, Erickson has 12 building projects underway, and projects increasing construction starts from two to four each year. The company's building budget averages $175 million yearly.

 

CRI Meetings

* Market Issues Committee, September 22, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* Technical Bulletin Workgroup, September 23, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* Installation Issues Management Team, September 23, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* Operating Committee, September 24, 9:00 - 11:00 am
* Sustainability Issues Management Team, September 24, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* Grading Scales Workgroup, September 29, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* Technical Issues Committee, October 2, 12:00 - 2:00 pm
* CRI 104 Update Workgroup, October 13, 3:00 - 5:00 pm
* Policy Committee, October 15, 9:00 - 11:00 am
* Sustainability Issues Management Team, October 29, 12:00 - 2:00 pm

CRI Participation in Upcoming Events

* Connections, September 23-26, Las Vegas, NV
* Council of Educational Facility Managers, September 30-October 2, San Diego, CA
* International Executive Housekeepers Association, October 22-23, Cincinnati, OH
* Healthy Schools Green Clean Summitt, November 12, Washington, DC
* Greenbuild, November 19-21, Boston, MA
* Mohawk Floorscapes, December 4-7, Orlando, FL

If you are aware of other events that present significant opportunities to deliver our messages to our critical audiences, please contact James Beach at 706.428-2116.

Check our website calendar for other industry related events

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