Scottsdale Airport will host a ceremonial groundbreaking to officially mark the launch of the terminal area redevelopment project. It takes place at 8:00 a.m. Wednesday, July 12, at the terminal building, 15000 N. Airport Drive. This project will upgrade and enhance this area with some of the largest hangars at the airport and maximize use of the parcel’s building footprint to offer a new “place” in Scottsdale. A place where residents and visitors can experience the airport for more than just travel.

Located on the west side of the airport, the new Aviation Business Center will include a public plaza, restaurant, event venue, airport administration offices, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection office, as well as other top offices and two executive hangars. Other roadway, parking and aesthetic improvements are also included in the redevelopment. All businesses in and around the airport will remain open during construction. The airport administration offices will relocate to the Operations Center, located just north of this site at 15255 N. Airport Drive, during the interim.

The most recent update to the Airport’s Master Plan, completed by Coffman Associates, cited the need for more executive hangar space to accommodate growth in aviation activity. This was the point of departure for this project. Douglas Davies, partner of D.M.D Real Estate Group, partnered with the city to validate the need for more hangar space.

“Our market analysis showed the timing was ideal for this type of project,” says Douglas Davies.

“Scottsdale Airport’s property is too valuable not to utilize it efficiently and wisely,” says Gary P. Mascaro, aviation director. “The demand for more hangar space continues to grow. When key partnerships were formed, the project was no longer a ‘pie in the sky’.” Those partnerships are with Gemini Air Group, Inc., Volanti (formerly Zulu Caffé) and D.M.D Real Estate Group.

The $27 million price tag will be financed through city-issued bonds. Revenue from the lease agreements and ancillary business permit fees will cover the debt payments over the next 20 years.

When completed, the Aviation Business Center will embrace its location offering outstanding views of the McDowell Sonoran Preserve Mountains and aircraft. The new restaurant, Volanti, will be located on the second floor with an expanded menu and hours, and it will manage the event venue.

The hangars at 30,000 square feet each will offer direct runway access, 28-foot doors and a private fuel facility onsite. Gemini Air Group, Inc., an aircraft charter and maintenance company, will lease and operate the hangar facilities. The hangars are slated for completion in spring 2018.

As part of this project, the city will build a veterans’ memorial shade plaza. A Pre-World War II Stearman plane, similar to those that flew during Scottsdale Airport’s origins as a WWII flight training facility, will be the centerpiece.

“DWL Architects is proud to be part of such a transformational project in the city of Scottsdale,” says Michael C. Braun, executive vice president. “As a long-term partner to the city, we are looking forward to creating a more welcoming destination for airport users, as well as residents and visitors.”

Mead & Hunt is the engineering firm. JE Dunn is under contract to construct the building.

The design supports sustainability and the city will pursue Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification.

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About DWL Architects + Planners, Inc.
Founded in 1949, DWL Architects + Planners, Inc. has established itself as a local leader in aviation design. Playing the leading role in the development of several aviation projects across the state, DWL Architects’ aviation team focuses on terminal expansions, renovations, concourses, concessions, checkpoints and more. Because of this experience, DWL Architects’ work has been consistently recognized locally, nationally and internationally. Among the most dynamic and respected locally owned architecture firms in the state of Arizona, DWL Architects has a legacy of creating people places. With nearly 45 professionals, we bring expertise from a range of industries like aviation, hospitality, public infrastructure, healthcare and higher education. DWL Architects believes in connecting design to its environment.

About Scottsdale Airport
Scottsdale Airport had about 164,000 operations (landings and departures) in 2016 and is one of the nation’s premier corporate jet facilities. Aviation activity at the airport and in the airpark created $536 million total economic benefits for the region in FY 2014/15. For more information on the construction project, event or Scottsdale Airport visit www.scottsdaleairport.com or call 480-312-8482.

RYAN COMPANIES BREAKS GROUND ON NEW BANNER HEALTH CLINIC IN PHOENIX

PHOENIX, Ariz., (March 23, 2017) — Ryan Companies US, Inc. and Banner Health broke ground today on a 29,350 square foot healthcare clinic in Phoenix, across from Desert Ridge Corporate Center.

The new clinic will provide primary care services, dermatology services with spa and laser treatments and x-ray imaging. The healthcare office will have 30 exam rooms, an independent laboratory and a conference room.

“We are excited to become part of the Desert Ridge community,’’ said Mystie Johnson Foote, MD, Chief Executive Officer for Banner Medical Group. “We can offer our new community convenient, high-quality care for individuals and their families.’’

This will be the first Banner Health clinic to provide dermatology and medical spa amenities. The medical spa rooms will be designed to enhance patients’ experience and comfort.

“The new facility is designed to be a comfortable and empowering environment for the Desert Ridge community,” said Rachel Jebaraj, Project Manager at DWL Architects + Planners, Inc. “It’s been a privilege to support Ryan Companies and Banner Health, two leaders in their respective industries, in a building that demonstrates Banner’s commitment to exceptional patient care.”

Construction will conclude December 2017 and the new healthcare clinic will offer patients convenient access to primary care and dermatology services at one location.

Ryan Companies is providing development, construction and financing services for the project and will own the single-tenant medical office building once completed. DWL Architects + Planners, Inc. is the tenant improvement architect and Butler Design Group is the shell architect for the project.

“Banner Health is committed to excellent patient care and innovation, and Ryan is thrilled to develop and build an integrated clinic to meet existing community and Banner Health needs,” said John Strittmatter, Chairman, Southwest, Ryan Companies US, Inc.

The medical office building will be located between Irma lane and the Loop 101, west of Tatum Boulevard and adjacent to Mountainside Fitness.

Arizona became home to a new state-of-the-art veterinary facility when Midwestern University opened the Companion Animal Clinic on December 16th at its Glendale Campus. DWL designed the 111,800 square foot teaching clinic is to provide learning opportunities for students as they serve the local community’s pets and their owners.

The Clinic offers affordable high-quality primary and specialty care for small animals, including preventive medicine/wellness, dental care, surgery, diagnostic imaging, senior pet care, and other specialties. The facility includes 14 exam rooms, four surgical suites, two specialty suites, a simulation center for clinical training, and a physical rehabilitation suite with an underwater treadmill.

The walls were decorated with large walls clocks, giving great look to the interior.

source: Midwestern University – Office of Communications