Alys Stephens Center’s ArtPlay at UAB
Birmingham, AL
ArtPlay is a children’s cultural art center facility managed by the UAB Alys Stephens Center. This 7,613 square foot, three-story facility is a result of the renovation of the former Johnson House, originally built in the late 1800s and located at 1006 19th Street South in Birmingham, AL. Many original facets of the building (such as layout, character, and many finishes) were carefully protected during renovations to retain the original style. Large rooms with high ceilings and ornate multi-pieced trim were designed into the upgraded concept. Interior finishes consist of refinished hardwood floors, existing wall covering, and painted plaster walls with original ceiling woodwork preserved and carefully re-conditioned and re-finished. The center is a three-story facility; the first floor is decorated to maintain its historical integrity. The second floor is a multi-use level with a dance and drama studio complete with sprung wood flooring, mirrored wall, ballet barre, a small stage, theatrical lighting and state-of-the-art sound, as well as a visual arts studio, media center with recording studio and creative writing and poetry corner. The third floor is home to ArtPlay music programs with a central rehearsal/classroom space and four studio/practice rooms. The property also boasts a multi-purpose arts-education annex and a garden area. Upgrades of the mechanical, electrical, and plumbing systems, and the addition of a fire protection system were carefully coordinated to provide modern, energy efficient services while preserving the original character of the building. The project was completed in 6 months.

Daniel Payne Middle School Additions and Renovations
Birmingham, AL
MBC was awarded the general contract in December 2009 to build a new gymnasium, renovate the old gymnasium into a bandroom/computer laboratory, and build an addition to the existing cafeteria. In another project for Birmingham City Schools and their program manager, Volkert & Associates, MBC will also be performing extensive site renovations to relocate sanitary and storm sewer to make room for the new gymnasium. Architect of record is CLA Architecture.

Peterson Hall Renovation at the University of Montevallo
Montevallo, AL
MBC was awarded the prime contract for the general works package to renovate this historic building on the University of Montevallo campus for upgraded faculty and classroom use. Working with Doster Construction as construction manager and Williams-Blackstock Architects, MBC took the lead in maintaining the critical schedule notwithstanding challenges associated with later start dates of the other prime contracts. The project was awarded a 2009 Associated Builders and Contractors Excellence Award in the Historical Building Category.

EPIC Elementary School Interior Renovations and Lighting Upgrades
Birmingham, AL
MBC was awarded the general contract in May 2009 to perform extensive interior and partial exterior renovations to EPIC Elementary School on Birmingham’s Southside. In its first project with Birmingham City Schools as owner and Volkert & Associates as program manager, MBC was given 61 days to perform the renovations, which included total finish and lighting upgrades encompassing approximately 80,000 square feet of building area. With creative scheduling and cooperation from all team members, MBC was able to meet the challenge and exceed the expectations of the program manager and client. Architect of record on the project was TRI Architecture and Interior Design.

Dawson Memorial Baptist Church Various Renovations
Homewood, AL
MBC has maintained an outstanding relationship with Dawson Memorial Baptist Church and considers the church a valued repeat client. MBC has been selected to perform several projects on the existing church campus, including storage/organ room renovations, recreation/foyer room renovations, soundproofing work in the chapel, communications room renovations, and sanctuary renovations/finish upgrades.