May 22, 2017 – The newly renovated Waterside District celebrated its grand opening this month, thanks to the efforts of KBE Building Corporation’s Maryland office. Waterside District is a dining & entertainment district set on the Norfolk, VA waterfront.
The developer, The Cordish Companies, has embarked on a $40 million comprehensive revitalization of the district, and engaged KBE as the Construction Manager. KBE managed the demolition of the interior mall, structural modifications, MEP and architectural improvements to create a vibrant facility with entertainment space, as well as the construction of several restaurants. Exterior work included facade renovation, construction of extensive patios and outdoor bars, exterior lighting, and a multi surface lot for events and entertainment. KBE also completed the interior fit-out of two restaurants – Guy Fieri’s Smokehouse and Harbor Club.
About Waterside District
Waterside District is Norfolk’s newest waterfront experience. Located in the heart of the central business district and adjacent to the Elizabeth River, Waterside District is the gathering place for local residents, businesses and visitors alike. A comprehensive $40 million overhaul and rebranding of Norfolk’s iconic Waterside Festival Marketplace allows visitors to enjoy the best local, regional and national brands and concepts that integrate the downtown with its waterfront. Learn more and engage through Waterside District’s social media channels on Facebook (www.facebook.com/WatersideDistrict), Instagram (@watersidedistva) and Twitter (@WatersideDistVA). For leasing information or media inquiries, please contact info@watersidedistrict.com or visit www.watersidedistrict.com.
About KBE Building Corporation
KBE has managed more than $4 billion in construction volume during the past two decades alone and is ranked among Engineering News-Record magazine’s top 400 construction companies nationally.
With offices in Norwalk and Farmington, CT, as well as Columbia, MD, KBE Building Corporation is a full-service, single-source commercial construction company strategically positioned to serve the Eastern and Mid-Atlantic U.S. Founded in 1959 and incorporated in 1966, the $300 million firm provides preconstruction, construction management, design-build, and general contracting services to clients in the retail, educational, senior living, federal, corporate, hospitality, health care, and institutional markets. KBE’s team of 120+ construction professionals and support staff is deeply committed to the firm’s corporate philanthropy program, 50 Ways to Make a Difference. Established in 2009 to celebrate the firm’s new ownership, name change, and 50 years in business, 50 Ways has helped KBE associates donate more than $2.5 million and 12,000 volunteer hours to charitable causes benefiting children, seniors, and military veterans in Connecticut and Maryland.
Learn more at www.kbebuilding.com.
Media Contact: Jonelle Lawhorn | KBE Director of Marketing
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