Located in the growing City of Sun Prairie, Colorado Commons will help meet the area’s ever-increasing demand for multi-family housing. From the start, Gebhardt Development and Kraemer Brothers values aligned, making for a perfect fit. Varying between 16 different unit floorplans, this complex features 108 units comprised of studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom suites. The large underground parking garage includes a dog wash station, electrical and mechanical spaces, and EV charging stations. Towering four stories above, a combination of lap siding, cedar-textured beams, and stone masonry boasts a luxurious aesthetic. The high-end feel continues with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, designer lighting, and walkout balconies. Reaching into our vast subcontractor database, we worked with 10 new subcontractors on this project, forming relationships for upcoming projects. In total, Kraemer Brothers’ crews set over 4,500 prefabricated wall panels and laid over 18,000 square feet of stone masonry. With proximity to schools, retail stores, and restaurants, future phases include additional multi-family units, a clubhouse, and fitness center.

Located next door to Hampton Inn & Suites we constructed for our client seven years ago, Tru by Hilton finished in an aggressive 11-month schedule. Consisting of 100 suites ranging from King, Queen, and ADA accessible in each size, the rooms are equipped with modern fixtures and furnishings. A circular front desk with a snack and coffee bar invite traveling guests entering through the front entrance. The lobby features multiple amenities, including a dining area, business center, game room, extra seating, and a mural depicting the nearby Wisconsin Dells community. A fitness center and indoor pool provide access to fitness and recreation, while an outdoor patio adds a relaxation option to guests. The exterior of the building includes a combination of masonry veneer, metal panels, and vibrant-colored EIFS. Budgeted during high inflation, Kraemer Brothers explored different structural systems and selected a wood-framed package when lumber prices decreased to a stable market. The hotel provides high visibility from the highway and is close to nearby waterparks and attractions. Matching Hilton’s brand standards, the modern and colorful design sets this hotel apart from nearby hospitality offerings.

After our client acquired this Madison, WI property, which was originally built by Kraemer Brothers, we were asked to provide extensive preconstructive services to balance a much needed renovation within their desired budget. Construction started with an ambitious nine-month schedule in February 2020 and was completed on time. The project, which met both our client’s and Hilton’s standards, involved the redesign and renovation of over 200 guest rooms, the lobby and common area, conference center and a new architectural design for the building’s exterior. With an eye toward performance, several sustainable features were incorporated including new energy efficient windows, upgraded mechanical systems, low-flush toilets and LED lights throughout the interior and exterior of the building. With demolition starting at the same time as the concept drawings, this fast track project was very fluid from start to finish and required a fully integrated project approach to the design and construction activities.

The Springhill Suites by Marriott project is located in the heart of the well-established Hilldale neighborhood in Madison, WI. This mixed-use development is a 12-story structure, containing 182 guest rooms, single floor office plan, and two levels of parking. The building has a stunning exterior façade including brick, metal panel, glass/aluminum curtain wall and EIFS. The building interior has high quality modern finishes and featured amenities including: lobby bar and lounge, exercise and pool facilities, multiple meeting spaces, and heated parking.

As an urban infill project, the site poses numerous challenges due to the proximity of adjacent buildings and steep grades. The building encompasses nearly the entire site, so placement of equipment and materials is complex and requires careful staging and planning.

An example of groundbreaking technology that Kraemer Brothers has employed on this project is the CorTek™ System. This system has allowed us to prefabricate stair towers and elevator shafts off-site, again resulting in a more efficient process and higher quality control.