We can see how the landscape of a project looks through our client’s eyes. We know how scary it can appear. We’ve been there. We've developed projects ourselves, taken the risks, and written the checks. We understand the whole context of a project and know it’s more than just a beautiful design.

Our decades of experience have taught us how to navigate that project landscape. We know the hills and valleys, and all the turns in the road. More importantly, we know where the cliffs are and how to avoid going over them.

This exciting project management initiative consisted of a $19M renovation of 361 guest rooms and public spaces including a complete, reimagined lobby. This total lobby transformation entailed the removal of existing signature fountains and the introduction and installation of a stunning new water-wall feature.

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This custom design renovation of 109 existing guestrooms & suites included the addition of 12 new guestrooms gained by reconfiguring 17 existing guestrooms as well as the reconfiguration of four existing suite kitchen/bath combos to create a master bath for each suite.

The project represented an investment of capital for a historic structure to create a new persona for the property. 

ZWA provided construction consultation services associated with technical lease finalization to ensure that the restaurant build-out assignment was successfully coordinated with the core & shell base building work.

A budget and schedule roadmap was managed to create a new rooftop private dining and bar space on top of an existing unfinished 3 story glass and steel building.

Booths are detailed with saddle stitching that pays homage to traditional Italian craftsmanship.

Notable challenges included the fact that as a historic building with many unique variations, there were over 150+ different rooms types.

The scope of work included the replacement of water supply risers from the lowest guestroom floor to the roof, this work was sequenced prior to the guestroom renovation. This custom renovation project integrated and celebrated the grand architecture of this luxury landmark, originally built in 1929 as the exclusive Medinah Athletic Club.

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GAP

ZWA served as the Project Manager for over 30 Gap brand stores including Gap, Baby Gap, Gap Kids, Gap Outlet and Old Navy.  We led the coordination of projects across the country for new tenant fit-outs and renovations.

With projects ranging from 4,600 SF to 19,200 SF we were able to balance budgets, coordinate schedules and communicate effectively with the brand, landlord, architect and GC.

Project responsibilities included feasibility studies, interior renovations, exterior façade updates and construction within historic buildings.

Banana Republic

We served as the Project Manager for Banana Republic and Banana Republic Factory stores across the country. Project construction costs ranged from $16,000 to $750,000 based upon scope.

With attention to brand aesthetics and a complex construction schedule, we were able to meet budget, scope and client expectations while stores remained operational and had minimal impact on customer experience.

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With views of the Santa Rosa Mountains, this project entailed the renovation of 210 customized guestrooms and 5 customized suites.

Included was a customized softgoods renovation (including soft seating, accents, lighting, artwork, bedding, new limited end table and draperies) in a Mediterranean style and refinishing of existing casegoods (nightstands and TV console).

Benefits to the client included the strategic project management and design of a customized package supporting client's goal to penetrate growing Palm Springs desert market with its new acquisition and a significant increase in asset value in the competitive resort and spa market. The project also included the construction of a new ballroom building and a new outdoor event lawn experience.

The depth of our team allows us to approach every project holistically and strategically, with expert on-site execution, offering an opportunity to mitigate program risk while, benefiting from a broad range of creative perspectives and project management disciplines. Additionally our team possesses an extensive understanding of all major select service brand requirements and expectations.

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