Center City District

Situated within walking distance of Michigan State University’s campus, this highly trafficked area is a hub of activity for students and community members. The new development includes housing for residents 55 and up, mixed market housing, and an urban Target flexible-format store, the first of its kind in Michigan. New bike lane infrastructure surrounding the site makes it a bikeable and walkable environment, with well-lit pedestrian walkways connecting the buildings. The project also included new utility infrastructure.

During preconstruction, the team worked through a detailed value engineering process, reducing over $4 million in scope and helping to bring the project within the desired budget and ready to move forward. The team was also challenged by the project’s tight, urban site and focused on developing good relationships with neighboring residents and businesses as they worked to eliminate disruptions to the surrounding area. This sometimes involved limited extended hours of work, particularly during special events or final exam week for nearby MSU students.