Town revitalization is more than just new buildings; it’s about creating vibrant communities where homeowners and their families thrive. From a design-build perspective, this process offers unique benefits that directly impact the value and appeal of your home and neighborhood.
What is Design-Build Revitalization?
Design-build streamlines the construction process by integrating design and construction services under a single contract. This collaborative approach fosters efficiency, reduces risks, and ensures a cohesive vision from concept to completion. When applied to town revitalization, it means a more coordinated effort to transform public spaces, commercial areas, and residential zones.
How Design-builders Help Revitalize Towns:
- Empty lots become destinations – Vacant or underused spaces are transformed into restaurants, retail, or mixed-use developments that draw people back downtown.
- Modern housing attracts new residents – New apartments, student housing, and renovated homes bring in young professionals and families, creating more foot traffic and local spending.
- Upgraded infrastructure boosts safety and appeal – Streetscape improvements, better lighting, and accessible building designs make neighborhoods feel safer and more connected.
- Local jobs and businesses thrive – Design-build projects often hire local trades, suppliers, and professionals, stimulating the local economy and building community pride.
- Architectural character is preserved and reimagined – Design-build teams can blend historic preservation with modern design, giving old buildings new life.
How Homeowners Benefit:
- Increased Property Value: Revitalized areas often see a significant boost in property values. Improved infrastructure, new amenities, and a more attractive environment make your home a more desirable asset.
- Enhanced Quality of Life: Design-build projects can introduce new parks, community centers, and updated commercial districts, providing residents with more opportunities for recreation, dining, and shopping, which directly contributes to a higher quality of life. New medical or specialized facilities mean greater choices for residents, contributing to a better and healthier quality of life.
- Improved Infrastructure: From improved roads and sidewalks to updated utilities, revitalization efforts often include crucial infrastructure improvements that benefit all homeowners.
- Community Pride: A well-executed revitalization project can instill a sense of pride and belonging among residents, fostering a stronger, more connected community.
- Sustainable Living: Many modern revitalization projects incorporate sustainable design and construction practices, leading to more energy-efficient homes and a healthier environment for everyone.
DeSimone contributes to the growth and enhancement of communities through projects that include houses of worship, car dealerships, restaurants, banks, and government facilities. More recently, we are building Washington Manor in Washington Township, the future home of South Jersey Periodontics and Dental Implants, which aims to elevate care and enhance the character of South Jersey.
Combining Collegiate Charm with Modern Living:
In college towns, revitalization offers a unique opportunity to blend classic collegiate aesthetics with modern amenities. Design-builders look to preserve historic architecture while integrating new technologies and contemporary design elements. The result is a dynamic community that honors its heritage while providing cutting-edge living and working spaces for students, faculty, and residents alike. This approach enhances the town’s appeal, attracts new businesses, and in turn, boosts property values for homeowners.
We recently moved into our new headquarters at 601 North Main Street in Glassboro, NJ, hometown of Rowan University. We are committed to contributing to the town’s overall quality. For starters, our conference room is designated a Lutron Ketra-certified showroom, making it one of only a few in the region, offering clients and the community a first-hand view of advanced home or business lighting options. Our new tenant, Back Nine Golf, is sure to enhance recreational opportunities for students, business professionals, and neighbors in the community. We’ll keep you posted on this new-to-the-area business which is coming soon!
By investing in town revitalization through a design-build approach, we’re not just building structures; we’re building better futures for homeowners and stronger communities for all.
