Navigating Design-Build: An Inside Look at the Smoketree Warehouse
Take a look at one of our recent design-build projects, the Smoketree Warehouse, located in Mandeville, Louisiana. Spearheaded by Ryan Delaune, a Project Manager at Kent Design Build, this project showcases an impressive 17,000 square foot building situated on a 5-acre lot.
Exploring the Fremaux Self Storage Facility
Join us on a tour of the Fremaux Self Storage Facility, where practical planning and innovation come together. Ellen Heck, Senior Superintendent at Kent Design Build, will walk you through the design, construction, and unique features of this project.
Beyond Concrete and Canopy
Join Braden Glasgow, project manager at Kent Design Build, for a progress update that was documented a few months back at BlueSky, a gas station/ car wash project, in McComb, Mississippi!
The Bayou Church Redesigned
We are thrilled to announce the completion of The Bayou Church project in Lafayette, Louisiana. We’re excited to take you on a virtual tour with Pastor Sean Walker to showcase the redesign of the entire campus.
American Factory Direct Gonzales: A Collaboration of Creativity and Expertise
Discover the exciting transformations at the Broussard Service Center, where Kent Design Build has been hard at work. Led by project manager Dylan Marlborough, we are thrilled to share the latest updates with you.
The Broussard Service Center encompasses a campus with nine existing pre-engineered metal buildings spread across approximately nine acres. A notable addition to the campus is the brand new poll yard, which contributes to its overall efficiency and operations.
Transforming Broussard Service Center
Discover the exciting transformations at the Broussard Service Center, where Kent Design Build has been hard at work. Led by project manager Dylan Marlborough, we are thrilled to share the latest updates with you.
The Broussard Service Center encompasses a campus with nine existing pre-engineered metal buildings spread across approximately nine acres. A notable addition to the campus is the brand new poll yard, which contributes to its overall efficiency and operations.
Storage Pro Opens its Doors: Youngsville's Newest Storage Facility
Join us for the unveiling of Storage Pro, one of our latest ventures in Youngsville, LA, which has resulted in the creation of a remarkable 20,000 square foot pre-engineered metal storage building, featuring 136 storage units.
When it comes to site work, precision is key. We dedicated ourselves to meticulously dressing the site, ensuring it matched the desired height and complied with all zoning and drainage regulations. Notably, our impressive detention pond on the south side stands as a testament to our commitment to meeting all necessary requirements.
Exploring the Impeccable Design and Construction of the Pierce Aluminum Facility
Join Jake, Project Manager at Kent Design Build for a tour of the recently completed Pierce Aluminum facility.
As we step into the office area, the first thing that catches our attention is the sleek, polished concrete flooring. Beyond the office space lies the expansive warehouse, providing an open area of 60,000 square feet. To facilitate seamless truck operations, the warehouse incorporates convenient drive-through lanes. These lanes enable trucks to enter the building and conveniently unload their cargo with the assistance of the five shop cranes installed within.
The Bayou Church Journey to Completion
Here at Kent Design Build we have been busy working at the Bayou Church! We are excited to provide you with an update on the progress of this exciting project. Since our last visit, we have made significant strides in the construction process, and we are thrilled to update you with the latest developments.
An Inside Look at the Woodhouse Spa
Take a step inside Kent Design Build’s recent project, the Woodhouse Spa in Mandeville, Louisiana. This brand new 5,300 square-foot construction completed by KDB was constructed with an impressive list of amenities, including multiple treatment rooms, a fabulous infrared sauna, a relaxing salt room, a tub room, plus locker rooms for men and women, and a tranquil waiting area. All of these areas required extensive planning and attention to detail.
Upon entering, there is a retail area on your right and a comfortable office space on your left. The overhead finishes in both spaces required careful coordination during the framing stages of the build due to the installation of faux wood beams beneath the drywall. To ensure seamless integration, the linear diffusers and can lights had to be roughed in prior to the installation of these faux beams.
The Bayou Church Case Study: Part 2
You might remember from our previous newsletter, we’re currently working with The Bayou Church in Lafayette, Louisiana to restore a building which was destroyed by Hurricane Delta in October of 2020. On the surface, the storm left their building badly damaged, but it actually presented them with an opportunity to rethink their congregation’s needs and rebuild with the future in mind.
After weeks of rain, we’re extremely happy to be progressing on this job. The rain prevented us from quickly creating a suitable foundation. It’s important to not open up dirt work when it’s raining because it will saturate the ground and compromise the foundation. Now that the ground is more solid, we’re able to create a suitable base before pouring concrete. While waiting for drier weather, we were table to complete some interior renovations to the existing building.
Bayou Church Case Study Kick-Off
We are currently working with Bayou Church in Lafayette, Louisiana to restore their building which was destroyed by Hurricane Delta in October of 2020. This extensive reconstruction involves renovating roughly 32,485 sq/ft of property and building back a centralized building to include a theater space with additional seating, a lobby, a Café with an adjoined kitchen area, and classroom space for Kindergarten through 5th grade ‘Next Gen’ students.
Partnership with Habitat for Humanity
Habitat for Humanity St. Tammany West was established shortly after Hurricane Katrina. Since its start, the chapter has successfully built nearly 300 homes for people in our local community. Habitat’s mission is to provide opportunities for people to have a decent place to live. People have the ability to enter the program based on 1) their need for housing and 2) their ability to purchase a Habitat house. Through volunteer help and community support, Habitat can provide opportunities for homeownership for those who may not be able to purchase homes on their own.
It’s All in the Details: Lafayette General Medical Facility
Community growth requires continual improvement of patient access to medical evaluation and treatment. We recently completed a ground-up 11,000 sq ft medical facility in Broussard, Louisiana, to ensure medical access in this rapidly growing community. Before breaking ground on this project, we were approached by a local developer and repeat client for medical expertise from a design-assist and construction standpoint. After partnering with the local developer alongside the local hospital network and design team through preconstruction, we started this unique project last summer. Patient experience was at the forefront of planning and building this facility. This medical facility is separated into three different tenant spaces: an imaging suite, wellness suite, and internal medicine suite. With each suite serving different functions, each required unique attention to detail.
KDB Family Day 2022
This past weekend, we were fortunate enough to finally hold our annual Family Day event! After nearly two years of not hosting the event, our team was happy to see its revival! The KDB team and their families gathered for a day of fun at First Baptist Church Covington. We’d like to graciously thank our friends at FBC Covington for allowing us to hold the event there. The outdoor pavilion with a softball field and beach volleyball courts was the perfect space for our family day!
First Baptist Church Denham Springs Addition // It’s All in the Details
Growth often requires expansion! In 2016, Kent Design Build completed First Baptist Church Denham Springs, a 43,309 sq ft worship facility. We recently completed a roughly 17,000 addition to the existing church. The additional space houses classrooms, large group classrooms, an extended lobby, and an outdoor courtyard.
It’s All In the Details: Presidential Self Storage
Presidential Storage is high-end storage facility is open and leasing units! This place provides a unique storage experience. Storage units don’t have to be boring spaces, something as simple as a unique theme can create an exciting space!
It’s All In the Details: Mendoza Ford
Mendoza Ford is now open and serves the greater Lafayette community. The space is ideal for efficient operations and will contribute to the success of the dealership. Thank you to the Mendoza’s for trusting us with this project!
It’s All In the Details: The Chapel
The Chapel required meticulous problem solving to overcome unique challenges. When building The Chapel, we were tasked with building a classic chapel that mimics the look of a historic chapel, but meets code requirements.