Building in Central New York? Think VIP!
VIP Offers Turnkey Services to Design, Build & Develop VIP has designed and constructed some of Central New York’s most exciting industrial, manufacturing, healthcare, commercial, and housing projects. With over 45 years in the Syracuse area, VIP is integrally immersed in the community, maintains strong relationships with local municipalities and consultants, area and has been entrusted by […]
VIP Structures receives Preservation Award for One Webster’s Landing Project
We are proud to announce that VIP has been named the recipient of the 2024 Preservation Association of Central New York (PACNY) Paul Malo Award long with project partners EDR and Keplinger Freeman Associates for the recently completed One Webster’s Landing (OWL) project. This award recognizes projects that thoughtfully integrate old and new elements, demonstrating […]
Preserving History While Embracing Change at One Webster’s Landing
Nestled in the heart of Syracuse, One Webster’s Landing stands as a testament to the enduring legacy of architectural and city-wide renewal. Constructed in 1893, this historic building, originally known as the Marshall Building, has weathered the shifting sands of time and development, almost facing demolition during the urban planning for Interstate 81. Today, thanks […]
Property Managers: Here’s Why Resident Feedback is Important
From a building owner’s perspective, the goal is to create a safe and efficient building. From a property manager’s perspective, the goal is to ensure residents are satisfied with their living space. How can the two perspectives be better integrated? By instituting a formal resident feedback process. In our world where user reviews are everything, […]
Do We Expand or Build New? Should We Own or Lease?
Major construction is a complex, risk-laden venture that involves the expenditure of large sums of capital and demands constant attention to achieve success. An owner embarking on a construction project must make a number of important decisions regarding expansion or building new. If a new facility is the way to go, should you own or […]
Shovel-Ready Sites Give Builders, Developers and Owners a Competitive Edge
Cities all across the country are in fierce competition to attract new businesses, expansions, and relocations because of the jobs and tax base that come with them. The goal is to attract enterprises that will complement and supplement communities. However, it is becoming increasingly difficult to differentiate with a competitive edge. Enter “shovel-ready” sites. These […]
The Growth of Mixed-Use Development
Upstate New York cities like Buffalo, Rochester, and Syracuse have all witnessed a growth in downtown living through the trend of urbanization over the past decade. Developers continue to look for ways to revitalize deteriorated buildings and unused spaces in downtown areas of cities and transform them into new residential and commercial space. In many […]