Hotel renovation projects mark refocus of PHR Construction

By: PHR Construction
 
 
TownePlace Suites, Savannah, Georgia UpTowne Décor Package
TownePlace Suites, Savannah, Georgia UpTowne Décor Package
GERMANTOWN, Tenn. - July 17, 2013 - PRLog -- PHR Construction is pleased to announce the completion of three major renovation projects: TownePlace Suites Savannah, Courtyard by Marriott Carlsbad, and Homewood Suites Hartford.  These three projects mark the Memphis-based hotel renovation group’s refocus on projects with third-party management and independent ownership groups.

Over the last five years, PHR Construction has focused heavily on several key relationships, overseeing in excess of $400 million in capital projects and 350 major hotel renovations.  During this time, PHR worked closely with nationally recognized brands and third-party management groups, navigating the acquisition, rebranding and change of ownership PIPs for a number of large portfolios including Interstate Hotels, Pillar Hotels & Resorts, McKibbon Hotel Management, and Lingate Group.  With the completion of commitments to these groups, PHR is now prepared to deploy their teams to new projects across the country.

“With these major projects winding down, we have resources available to pursue projects of similar scope and scale,” said Phillip McNeill, President, PHR Construction.

“PHR has focused heavily on building our internal infrastructure over the last five years.  From a change of ownership PIP for a portfolio in the triple digits to a single property renovation, we are equipped to on-board multiple projects simultaneously without missing a beat,” said Brent McDowell, Vice President for PHR Construction.

“Three of our recent projects are great examples of PHR’s ability to manage simultaneous projects of various sizes across the country, while collaborating with regional and local vendors in unique markets,” shared Patrick Trainor, Senior Project Manager for PHR.

TownePlace Suites Savannah

PHR Senior Project Manager Chris Chamblee headed up the TownePlace Suites Savannah, Georgia project which was completed in May.  Architectural services were provided by the firm of Lindsay, Pope, Brayfield, Clifford & Associates, Inc. of Lawrenceville, GA.

PHR Senior Project Manager Chris Chamblee headed up the TownePlace Suites Savannah, Georgia project which was completed in May.  Architectural services were provided by the firm of Lindsay, Pope, Brayfield, Clifford & Associates, Inc. of Lawrenceville, GA.

The six-year cyclical renovation included updating guest rooms to the TownePlace Suites “UpTowne” décor package with soft goods replacement, granite countertops, a stainless steel appliance package, and upgraded flooring in the kitchens and bathrooms.

The property breakfast and food preparation areas were expanded to provide additional space for guests to relax.  To accommodate the additional breakfast space, a guest room was converted and the fitness room was relocated.  Updates to the previously renovated lobby and minor repairs to the building’s exterior rounded out the project.

Courtyard by Marriott Carlsbad

PHR managed the $2 million renovation of the Courtyard by Marriott Carlsbad, California which included an upgrade to the Courtyard Refreshing Business concept involving the guest rooms and public space.  Updates to the public space included business friendly, brand signature items like the interactive GoBoard, Media Pods, Boarding Pass print station and communal table.

The renovation also included construction of the Courtyard dining concept, The Bistro- Eat. Drink. Connect., private seating areas, library and home theater, an updated business center, and modern reception pods to replace the legacy-style front desk.  The guest rooms received a full update including carpet, wall coverings, soft seating, refrigerators, lighting package, new artwork and drapery.

Homewood Suites Hartford

PHR partnered with design firm CRDS, Inc. of Tustin, California on the Homewood Suites Hartford, Connecticut renovation project.  Mother Nature challenged the team with three major winter storms.  On two occasions, the crew was diverted from construction work to snow shoveling duty so guests could safely navigate the building and parking lots.

The renovation included implementation of the Homewood Suites “In Flight” theme and included all 132 guest rooms, the Lodge, and public space.  A transitional design and sophisticated color palette in slate blues, browns and warm tones provide a casual ambiance.  Carpet in the guest room living areas was replaced with simulated-wood flooring and area rugs for a “home like” feel.  Lodge carpeting was replaced with durable wood tile.  Area rugs were used in the fireplace lounge seating space for a cozy feel and to anchor conversation zones.  Other updates included accent lighting in the dining space and a communal table with plug-and-play capabilities.

All guestrooms and the Lodge received new paint, vinyl wall coverings, drapery, case goods, upholstered goods, and a new lighting and art package.  The corridors received new carpet, vinyl wall coverings, signage and paint.

About PHR Construction

PHR Construction was formed from an integral operating division of Pillar Hotels & Resorts. Specialists in the management of renovation, repositioning and new construction projects, PHR has managed over $400M in capital projects in the past three years, providing capital maintenance and upkeep to 314 hotels, including 105 outside the Pillar managed portfolio. In the past five years, PHR has completed 350 combined major renovation and change-of-ownership PIPs. The company is located in Memphis, Tennessee and Irving, Texas. For more information, visit http://www.PHRHotelConstruction.com.
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