2025 YEAR IN REVIEW
Building a Better World
COVER PHOTO: Amway — The Commons
Each year gives us new opportunities to live out our mission: to develop, build and manage spaces that make a positive impact on our team, our clients and the communities we serve. This is the foundation for everything we do. Our annual “Year in Review” reflects more than the projects we complete — it reflects our purpose. As we look back on 2025 and ahead to 2026, our vision of building a better world continues to guide every decision we make.
The following pages highlight some of our work during 2025 and the collective effort required to bring our projects to life. These accomplishments honor the clients who have entrusted us with their spaces; the trade partners, architects, engineers and skilled craftspeople whose dedication and expertise strengthen every project; and the communities that inspire us to do better every year.
None of this would be possible without our remarkable team, or the clients who continue to place their confidence in us. We are grateful for both as we work together to create places that elevate experiences and make a lasting, positive impact.
Thank you for being part of our journey as we continue building a better world — one space, one project and one partnership at a time.
• 1,400-person venue
• Five bocce ball courts
• 168-seat restaurant
SILVA SERVICES
Construction Management DETAILS
Grand Rapids, Michigan
64,100 sq. ft.
SILVA
Rockford transformed the historic Berkey & Gay Furniture Co. power plant into Grand Rapids’ newest “dinnertainment” destination.
The two-story venue combines a 168-seat restaurant, private dining, five bocce ball courts, a 1,400-person event space, terrace, outdoor dining, recreation areas and a heated indoor parking garage with modern amenities — all while preserving historic character. Design-assist coordination addressed structural challenges and incorporated custom elements, including rare globally sourced materials and bespoke millwork for bars, seating and counters, creating a unique, immersive experience for guests.
West Michigan Excellence in Construction Winner
Rockford really insulated us from all the stress we would have felt. We were able to focus on things like interior design, cost and timelines.
MARK
SECCHIA Owner / SILVA
KALAMAZOO EVENT CENTER
Owner’s Representative
Rockford is serving as Owner’s Representative for the new 450,000 sq. ft. Kalamazoo Event Center in downtown Kalamazoo, a multipurpose venue designed to anchor community activity year-round. The facility will host nearly 240 events annually, from concerts and shows to collegiate and professional sporting events, including future home games for Kalamazoo Wings and Western Michigan University’s hockey, and men’s and women’s basketball. The Center also features a 1,200-car parking deck and a flexible event space to support a wide range of uses.
BIRMINGHAM PUBLIC SCHOOLS
BINGHAM FARMS + QUARTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS
SERVICES
Construction Management
DETAILS
Birmingham, Michigan
95,503 sq. ft.
Rockford served as construction manager for two Birmingham Public Schools projects, each tailored to campus needs. At Quarton Elementary, a fast-tracked summer renovation upgraded HVAC systems, boilers and bathrooms across 25,503 sq. ft., reopening on schedule for the school year. At Bingham Farms Elementary, a yearlong 60,000 sq. ft. renovation and 10,000 sq. ft. addition included classrooms, upgraded finishes and modernized kitchen and plumbing systems. Both projects showcase Rockford’s ability to deliver complex, schedule-sensitive work in active K12 environments.
LEFT: Collaborative and accessible library
ABOVE: Spacious multi-purpose room
BELOW: Learning center
• Showcasing over 14,000+ pieces
• Artisan-crafted Corten steel scrim wall
• Climate controlled storage and archives
FERRIS STATE UNIVERSITY
JIM CROW MUSEUM
SERVICES
Construction Management
Sustainability
DETAILS
Big Rapids, Michigan
26,000 sq. ft.
For nearly two decades, the Jim Crow Museum has documented the African American experience from the 1830s through the Jim Crow era and into the present, including the Black Lives Matter movement. To support its growing collection of over 14,000 artifacts, the museum is building a new facility featuring exhibit and reflection spaces, visitor recording and research areas, archives and artifact storage. Additional enhancements include a wrap-around artistic façade, updated landscaping and improved drop-off and parking, creating a space that educates, inspires and engages visitors.
Rendering courtesy of Neumann/Smith
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PICTURED:
CITY OF GRAND RAPIDS LYON SQUARE
SERVICES
Construction Management
Self-Perform Trades
DETAILS
Grand Rapids, Michigan 1.2 acres
Lyon Square, situated between the DeVos Place Convention Center and the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel, was transformed into a flexible, fourseason riverfront destination that connects people to the Grand River and each other. Upgrades included a snow-melt system, enhanced hardscape, new seating, lighting, trees and open event space, ensuring year-round accessibility. The redesigned park supports river restoration, integrates with the trail system and fosters a culture of engagement and inclusion, creating a vibrant urban gathering place for community events, weddings and everyday enjoyment.
Garden overlooking the Grand River
RIGHT:
Pergola covered mixed-use area
PICTURED: Learning kitchen
RIGHT: Spacious weight room
FAR RIGHT: Common area
SPECIAL OLYMPICS MICHIGAN
SERVICES
Construction Management
Self-Perform Trades
Grand Rapids, Michigan
40,000 sq. ft.
Rockford’s multi-phase partnership with Special Olympics Michigan was rooted in a people-first approach, with athletes at the center of every decision. From fitness and warm-up areas to an athlete hub, learning kitchen and museum, the renovated spaces were designed to support performance, comfort and connection. Athletes contributed design input across key elements, including lighting, sound and furnishings, ensuring the environment reflects their needs. The result is a welcoming, accessible space that empowers athletes on and off the field.
MEIJER DISTRIBUTION CENTER 888
SERVICES
Construction Management
Design-Build
Virtual Design and Construction
DETAILS
Standing 85 feet tall, Meijer Distribution Center 888 was built to leverage its 375,000 sq. ft. footprint for high-capacity racking, conveyor systems and advanced pallet-packing technology. The project incorporated nearly 18,000 cubic yards of concrete and over 190,000 sq. ft. of insulated metal panels, creating expansive open bays to support heavy loading dock traffic and sophisticated automation. The distribution center also includes clear spans over 100 ft., which allow no interior obstructions for loading activities at the docks. Using Virtual Design and Construction, Rockford collaborated early with key stakeholders to define the layout and accelerate construction.
The automated systems now enable 24/7 operations, distributing significant volumes of goods to Meijer stores across Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and beyond.
Virtual Design and Construction gives insight to overall project phasing
RIGHT: Updated mechanical room
PICTURED:
EV BATTERY CLIENT CAMPUS UPDATES
SERVICES
Construction Management Design-Build
Virtual Design and Construction
DETAILS
Holland, Michigan 3,000,000+ sq. ft.
Rockford partnered with a client specializing in EV automotive battery manufacturing and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) to manage the expansion and retrofit of more than 3,000,000 sq. ft. within active production facilities. Because every hour of production mattered, the project required a highly skilled, coordinated approach to ensure construction progressed seamlessly without disrupting operations or schedules. The team delivered complex spaces — including dry rooms, clean rooms, manufacturing and warehouse areas, and refreshed kitchen and break areas — while navigating extensive architectural, MEP, utility and structural upgrades with care and precision.
ABOVE: Mass timber throughout the lobby area
BELOW: Sleek conference room
RIGHT:
Cozy meeting space
THE COMMONS
THE COMMONS
SERVICES
Construction Management
Self-Perform Trades
Sustainability
Amway’s newly designed corporate entrance, executive offices, meeting rooms and employee café create a modern, welcoming hub in Ada, Michigan. The entrance combines mass timber and expansive glass walls, maximizing natural light and open, airy spaces. Interior finishes reflect the company’s commitment to quality, fostering an environment that inspires employees and visitors alike. Spanning 60,000 sq. ft., the project blends state-of-the-art design with practical functionality, enhancing both workplace experience and guest engagement.
• 8,500 seats
• Accommodating soccer and community events
AMWAY STADIUM
SERVICES
Construction Management
DETAILS
Grand Rapids, Michigan 7.25 acres
Amway Stadium is reshaping Grand Rapids’ West Side with a new 160,748 sq. ft. venue set to open in 2027. Designed for professional soccer and community use, the 8,500-seat stadium will support youth, collegiate and amateur play while driving economic growth in a key urban district. Tiered seating, suites, loge boxes and an active concourse bring fans close to the action, while an open plaza and its placement within an 7.25acre urban network create year-round energy and activation.
AEROSPACE CLIENT
SERVICES
Construction Management
DETAILS
Whitehall, Michigan + Morristown, Tennessee
17,500 sq. ft.
Our aerospace client’s operations saw significant upgrades through two projects: an expansion of its Tennessee manufacturing facility and a workplace renovation in Whitehall, Michigan. The Tennessee addition supported higher aerospace output with an advanced automated storage and retrieval system, and tightly controlled temperature and humidity conditions essential to product quality. In Whitehall, refreshed offices, flexible meeting spaces and an enlarged, light-filled kitchen created a more engaging and productive environment for teams.
LEFT: Revitalized office spaces
PICTURED:
New, fully-private care room RIGHT: Overhead view of mechanical penthouse
COREWELL HEALTH — LUDINGTON HOSPITAL
INPATIENT RENOVATION
SERVICES
Construction Management DETAILS
Ludington, Michigan
Corewell Health’s Ludington Hospital now features 31 fully private inpatient and critical care rooms, each designed to elevate comfort, privacy and the overall patient experience. A new 14,000 sq. ft. mechanical penthouse resolves previous ceiling limitations and supports long-term system performance. Careful phasing and close coordination with hospital staff allowed the facility to remain fully operational throughout construction, providing Corewell Health with a modernized, patient-centered environment without disrupting essential care.
COREWELL
HEALTH — GREENVILLE HOSPITAL
W. H. BRAMAN CANCER CENTER
SERVICES
Construction Management
Self-Perform Trades
DETAILS
Greenville, Michigan
Corewell Health Greenville Hospital’s garden-level was transformed into a modern, patient-focused environment that includes the W. H. Braman Cancer Center as well as the Sleep Lab and key administrative functions into a thoughtfully renovated space. The redesign introduced new infusion bays, exam rooms, sleep labs and a dedicated wellness lounge, all supported by upgraded infrastructure and improved workflows. Relocating the exterior entrance further enhanced accessibility, creating a more intuitive and supportive experience for patients and staff while strengthening long-term operational value.
LEFT: Large exam room
BELOW: Patient-centered treatment space
AMPLIFY GR
THE HUB 07
The Boston Square Together Community Hub brings new opportunities and services to a historically underserved neighborhood. This two-story facility features a 240-person event space, programming areas for Amplify GR, a community café, afterschool programs, public collaboration space and a Corewell Health clinic. Designed to foster connection and engagement, the Hub 07 provides residents with access to resources and amenities that were previously unavailable, creating a vibrant, multi-use center that strengthens both community cohesion and local quality of life.
LEFT: Main entrance BELOW: Nature-themed playground
GRAND VALLEY STATE UNIVERSITY
CAMPUS UPDATES
Precision Services
Allendale, Michigan
4,000 sq. ft. CLICK BELOW
Rockford’s Precision Services team completed four projects at Grand Valley State University, transforming campus spaces to better support students, faculty and staff. Updates included a Starbucks and Anchor Market renovation with new millwork, finishes and system upgrades, the construction of a modern office in the Kelly Turf building and a second-floor classroom overhaul with accessible flooring and technology enhancements. Each project was delivered with careful planning and minimal disruption, creating functional, modern and inviting environments that enhance learning, collaboration and daily campus life.
GIRL SCOUTS OF MICHIGAN SHORE TO SHORE
Grand Rapids, Michigan
7,321 sq. ft.
Rockford built Michigan’s first Girl Scouts DreamLab, creating an accessible, state-of-the-art space designed to strengthen the Girl Scouts presence in Greater Grand Rapids. The project included demolition, new interior walls and finishes and full MEP upgrades to support flexible, technology-rich programming. The DreamLab features a hands-on STEMLab, a professionally equipped podcast studio and an open program area with stage and smart technology — offering a dynamic destination where up to three troops per evening can explore, create and dream big.
CLARE-GLADWIN REGIONAL EDUCATION
DISTRICT
CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION
The Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District (CGRESD) supports approximately 350 students annually through Career and Technical Education programs spanning manufacturing, agricultural science, construction trades, culinary arts and more. In 2022, a grant supported two projects delivered simultaneously: a new Diesel Technology Center and an addition and renovation at the John C. Magnus Center. Together, the work added a commercial kitchen, conference center, administrative offices, classrooms, mezzanine space, storage and durable epoxy flooring. These projects expand hands-on learning environments and strengthen pathways to certification, college credit and workforce readiness.
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Rockford was a key player, as they came to the table with alternative ideas and recommendations that allowed our money to go further. Ultimately allowing us to add additional programming.
ERIC JOHNSON Director of Career and Technical Education / Clare-Gladwin Regional Education Service District
PICTURED: Vibrant main entry
RIGHT: Inviting bar and lounge for residents and guests
THE WEST END
Responding to growing demand in Grand Rapids, Beacon Hill at Eastgate is planning a 350,000 sq. ft. West End expansion, its third major development in a decade. The project adds 101 independent living residences with modern Tudor architecture, redevelops assisted living and memory care facilities with 48 new units and includes a future phase for additional independent living. Residents and the community benefit from an indoor terrarium bridge, expanded green space, walking paths, gardens and recreational amenities, enhancing connection and quality of life.
MEIJER STORE #266
The Meijer #266 remodel in Portage, Indiana, revitalized nearly 200,000 sq. ft. across the main store and adjacent M Express gas station, creating a brighter, more intuitive experience for customers and a more efficient workspace for team members. Every department was updated to Meijer’s latest layout standards, enhancing navigation, visibility and comfort. Key upgrades, including an expanded meat preparation area and improved produce lighting, reinforce brand consistency, operational efficiency and customer loyalty while delivering modern, welcoming spaces that serve the community.
OAK PARK SCHOOLS ATHLETIC TRAINING CENTER
SERVICES
Construction Management
DETAILS
Oak Park, Michigan
35,000 sq. ft.
Oak Park Schools transformed its campus with two major upgrades. A long-abandoned pool was converted into a modern athletics and training center with indoor turf, a workout room, cardio areas and an elevated track, all completed during the school year with minimal disruption. At Oak Park Preparatory Academy, full electrical and HVAC replacements, improved ventilation and updated ceilings and lighting created healthier, more reliable learning and community spaces. Together, these improvements modernized high-use facilities and strengthened student development and well-being.
ALLORA
ALLORA
SERVICES
Construction Management
Self-Perform Trades
DETAILS
Grand Rapids, Michigan 11,000 sq. ft.
The first floor of The Windquest Building, located between the Amway Grand Plaza Hotel and DeVos Place Convention Center, was transformed for Allora, a world-class coastal Italian restaurant.
Blending historic charm with modern elegance, the restaurant features high-end finishes and furnishings, creating a sophisticated dining experience that honors the building’s legacy while elevating its contemporary appeal.
BELOW: Comfortable seating for guests RIGHT: Bright, open bar area
• Historic renovation
• High-end finishes and furnishings throughout
Our Services
CONSTRUCTION
Strong starts lead to solid results. From general contracting and construction management, design-build to serving as an owner’s representative, Rockford’s efforts are anchored in teamwork and trust. Our clients count on us to be the steady, reliable partner that delivers exceptional results through a proven construction process.
REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT
Rockford’s real estate development team offers a skillset that brings your vision to life. Through financial pro formas and master planning, to site selection, financing and incentives, our team can develop space that delivers value, creates connection and leaves a lasting impact.
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT
Properties are more than just physical buildings. They’re where people come together to work, live and thrive. Rockford brings expertise in property management, facilities management, maintenance services, leasing, capital planning and asset management, creating vibrant and successful communities.
PRECISION SERVICES
At Rockford, no project is too small. From refreshing an existing space to a new building, the Precision Services team streamlines the process, delivering projects faster without compromising quality. With in-house architectural design, skilled trades and interior finishes under one roof, we focus on giving you exactly what you need — and nothing you don’t.
SELF-PERFORM TRADES
The quality of your project relies on the care and craftsmanship of the skilled tradespeople working on it. Rockford boasts an in-house team dedicated to meeting your high expectations at a competitive price, all while upholding our commitment to timeliness, safety and excellence. Our self-perform services include carpentry, framing, doors and hardware, drywall, millwork and cabinetry installation.
VIRTUAL DESIGN + CONSTRUCTION (VDC)
VDC brings technology to the forefront of smarter buildings by developing a detailed digital model of a project and its major components before construction ever begins. Through Building Information Modeling (BIM), 4D and 5D, augmented and virtual reality and other technologies, the result is fewer surprises, improved collaboration and more efficient project delivery.
EQUIPMENT + PROCUREMENT
Rockford offers a fully integrated equipment and procurement team with more than a dozen professionals who keep jobsites moving. Cranes, fencing, rental requests, construction equipment, emergency deliveries and more; they operate in lockstep with our safety team to get the right gear, in the right place, at the right time.
SUSTAINABILITY
Sustainability is a core value at Rockford. We responsibly manage every resource – people, planet, profit – for the long-term success of our communities and ourselves. Whether it’s greener construction practices or saving on project costs and long-term operations through energy-efficient solutions, we help our clients conserve on people, profit and the planet.