To All of our Allied Partners;
 
August 15, 2024 marks a BIG milestone for Allied Partners:  Our 10th anniversary as a company!  I am so proud of the team that we have, fantastic clients that we have the opportunity to work with, and countless contractors and consultants that we have teamed up with.
 
I am truly humbled by our team of 15 skilled project managers located throughout the United States that continue to impress me daily.  Not only is Allied currently overseeing nearly $600M in construction and development projects across the United States, but I can truly say we are doing it the right way.  We continue to uphold our mission to creatively work through challenges, maintain integrity at every turn, and delivery high quality projects with high quality people;  projects that we can look back on with great pride.
 
These “projects” are so much more than just a project. Whether it is a revolutionary restaurant concept, an award-winning hotel design, or a Senior’s home and community;  It is a monument to what we have accomplished and how we accomplished it as a team.  It is because of that, I look back at what we have accomplished, and again feel an overwhelming sense of pride.
 
So, to all of you, our Allied Partners;  Project Managers, Owners, Developers, Contractors, Consultants, and so many more;  Thank you for your contributions to all of us achieving this 10-year mark.
 
Sincerely, 
Andy Ferchland
President & Founder
Allied Partners

From kids’ teams to pro franchises, sports fans and athletes have higher expectations for stadium design. A lot of money goes into the creation of new sports venues, and not just for pro teams.  In recent years, stadium construction has evolved to focus more on cultivating the game day experience. Some multibillion-dollar projects break ground, as existing venues get renovations. Both kinds of projects see expansions that include massive new video screens, improved seating or suites and concourses to provide more amenities for fans.
 
Name, image and likeness rules and the transfer portal are changing the paradigm of collegiate athletics. Collegiate athletics is in the process of transitioning from an amateur environment to a semi-professional one. This change has a broad impact on athletic departments, but specifically on the recruiting and retention of athletes.  The ease with which athletes can now move from program to program, seeking greater personal brand recognition and revenue, has placed coaches and athletic directors in an unfamiliar environment. 
Read the full article from Construction Dive HERE.

Construction began Monday on the $12 billion Brightline West high-speed passenger rail line between Las Vegas and the Los Angeles area, the company announced in a press release. Brightline CEO Mike Reininger said the goal is to open to passengers by 2028, when Los Angeles is set to host the Summer Olympics.  Crowds of supporters and dozens of elected officials, including U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg, attended the groundbreaking in Las Vegas of the privately led effort, which is one of the largest infrastructure projects in the nation.  

With speeds of 200 miles per hour and no grade crossings, the 218-mile rail link between Rancho Cucamonga, California, and Sin City would cut travel times in half compared to driving, to about two hours, via fully electric trains. That speed will surpass Amtrak’s Acela in the northeastern U.S., currently the country’s fastest train, which can run up to 150 miles per hour.  Read the Full Article Here.

We are thrilled to announce that construction has begun on the final phase of the Episcopal Communities & Services’ Monte Cedro senior living community in Altadena.  ​This second phase, valued at 63 million, is making rapid progress. It will introduce 40 custom independent living units, a podium deck with outdoor entertainment, and a new restaurant, all crucial to completing our campus master plan. 
 
 The new villa-style buildings, standing tall at two and three stories, are already taking shape. Two of these structures will be positioned over a below-grade parking garage with EV parking, ensuring efficient use of space. The podium area will also feature a gathering space for casual events, BBQs, and a putting green for full campus use. Once completed, the new addition will comprise a total of 101,000 square feet. 
​Explore the rest of the community Here:  

Allied Partners was proud to exhibit at the 2024 LeadingAge California’s Annual Conference this past week.   This event is designed to meet the needs of the full continuum of senior living and care providers – including affordable housing, life plan communities, assisted living, skilled nursing, home and community-based care, and hospice. Each year the conference attracts nearly 1,000 providers and business partners.
The conference consists of three days of learning and networking.
We are always looking for innovative ways to help our partners,  Learn more about the event here: 
​2024 BOLD Annual Meeting & Exposition

 Last month we had the pleasure of problem solving some very unique challenges: 
This crane is the only 1 of its kind in the Pacific Northwest (just like Allied Partners) and was able to provide just the lift our clients needed to keep their project moving forward.  Departure is Portland’s sky-high retreat for both leisurely dining and chef-driven, seasonal tasting menu experiences. Step beyond our iconic façade into a world of cutting-edge interiors that seamlessly blend Portland’s pioneering past with its progressive future.
​With a relaxed, refined atmosphere and stylishly sophisticated lounge, Departure is the ultimate location for encounters of every taste and style.

The National Hockey League’s Washington Capitals and the National Basketball Association’s Washington Wizards are slated to move to Alexandria, Virginia, as part of a $2 billion entertainment complex effort, the state’s Governor Glenn Youngkin announced Wednesday.  The development, about 8 miles south of Washington, D.C., will house the new global headquarters for Monumental Sports & Entertainment, which owns the Capitals and Wizards, as well as the new home arena for the teams.  The 9 million square foot district will also feature
mixed-use retail, hotel and conference spaces.
Read the full article HERE.

According to this article by Condé Nast Traveler "The countdown to spring break has officially begun in the US. The hotly-anticipated travel period can mean a lot of different things to different people—from classic college party-goers and ultimate family vacationers to couples and solo travelers looking to escape the winter chill. But one thing that’s certain in 2024 is that spring break is no longer limited to one type of traveler, nor just one week of the year.  Due to the various holiday schedules between schools and regions, as well as the increased flexibility of remote work, the peak periods of spring break travel have extended within the months of March and April."
 Read the full Article Here!

Allied is a proud Partner of this beautiful lodge in the heart of the Pacific Northwest.  Along with The Society, Mitchell Architects, InVision and many others; this project at Skamania Lodge in Stevenson, WA
​has been extremely rewarding and we can’t wait for their guests to enjoy it! 
“The glamping accommodations, thoughtfully designed and meticulously curated, blend the charm of camping with the sophistication of a first-class resort,” the lodge said in its news release. “Each tent exudes rustic elegance and provides a serene retreat for those seeking an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life.”
Read the full Article from OregonLive Here: