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Located in the Niagara-on-the-Lake (NOTL) region, an area rich with Canadian history and heritage, the Shaw Festival is the second largest repertory theatre company in North America. With nearly a 65-year history, it has helped to shape a community that now stands as a recognized cultural destination. Sitting within the broader Southwestern (SW) Ontario corridor, it is also a region that is actively evolving. With that growth comes a familiar tension: how to preserve a heritage while adapting and repurposing what already exists to meet new demands
As with any successful project, preparation is key. In construction, it begins long before a single beam is placed. STO Building Group’s Greg Dunkle meets with construction leaders James Mezzadri, Troy Addis, and Kurt Thomas to discuss their approaches to preconstruction and how operational alignment leads to stronger, more predictable project outcomes
When it comes to quality, technology is quickly becoming a difference maker. The STO Building Group family of builders is leveraging several innovative tools to achieve the highest in quality, timely delivery, and exceptional coordination.
In the Bronx—where hip-hop was born—a new landmark is rising. The Hip Hop Museum will stand as a living monument to rhythm, resilience, and community. And for Pavarini McGovern, this building is more than a project; it’s a movement.
The revitalization of the historic Cobbs Creek Golf Course in West Philadelphia marks a milestone in community-centered development. Led by the Cobbs Creek Foundation, the initiative is transforming the 340-acre site into a destination for recreation, education, and public connection.
Strong client relationships are built on partnership, trust, and consistency, from the first project to the fiftieth—and beyond.
A 2025 report from McKinsey projects that the data center market will require $6.7 trillion to keep up with computing demand. This meteoric growth means data center developers need teams who can jump right in to get these projects online with speed and with skill. That’s where the STO Building Group’s family of builders comes in.
By Brooks McDaniel, Senior Vice President, STO Building Group We’ve all seen the headlines about the office-to-residential conversion boom. From…
The University of Georgia’s Holmes-Hunter Academic Building is more than a campus landmark—it’s a testament to courage, equality, and progress. Ajax Building Company led the 39,000sf renovation with a dual mission: modernizing the facility for today’s students while preserving its deep historical significance. Named after UGA’s first African American students, Hamilton Holmes and Charlayne Hunter-Gault, the renewal included full ADA compliance, updated systems, and structural stabilization. Despite challenges like termite damage and foundation issues, Ajax’s meticulous planning and teamwork ensured this powerful symbol of resilience continues to inspire future generations.
Pavarini North East proudly completed Connecticut’s first Wegmans supermarket—a 94,000sf, two-story retail destination in Norwalk that opened in July 2025. The project also includes an 8,800sf retail whitebox for future tenants and a cast-in-place, post-tension parking garage with 550 spaces and rooftop solar panels. Inside, the new store offers a second-floor seating area, fresh food counters, and a full grocery experience—all reflecting Wegmans’ signature blend of quality, convenience, and sustainability.