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Posted on December 8, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
CivicCon celebrated 23 individuals and organizations on Monday, December 4th 2023 for their work in making Pensacola and the surrounding area an even better community.
Fooladi, president and CEO of ParsCo was awarded the Strong Towns Award which recognizes individuals or organization that embody the ideals of Chuck Marohn, founder of Strong Towns, who advocates for smart, bottom-up development patterns to make cities safe, livable, inviting, financially strong and resilient.
The Strong Towns award recognizes the Strong Towns mantra of making good use of our existing resources and infrastructure, instead of creating costly new sprawl.
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Amir Fooladi
As ParsCo President and CEO, Fooladi has invested heavily in renovating historic buildings in the downtown area, his most recent project being the Motor Inn Station Number Two in Belmont-DeVilliers. He’s played a significant role as general contractor in the renovation of several of the downtown’s most iconic buildings including Brent Lofts and the historic Marston Quina renovation, which won the Excellence in Construction Eagle Award for Best Historical Renovation in Florida.
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Posted on October 24, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
The Motor Inn Station Number Two, one of Escambia County’s 42 registered historic places and a century-old building, is being restored at 500 W. Jackson St. in hopes of reopening as a commercial development.
The project is a personal one for ParsCo President and CEO Amir Fooladi, who has worked on many historical projects and is also on the board of the University of West Florida Historic Trust.
“For me, I think it’s just a passion for working on restoring the history of Pensacola,” he said. “Renovations are fun but when it has that historical element it makes it extra special.”
Fooladi has also helped with recent local developments like the Brent Lofts, Pearl & Horn and Slick Lips Seafood.
The development process has been underway for a few years, experiencing setbacks at times in order to remove outdated and less-than-sound infrastructure concealed within the building’s original framework from nearly 100 years ago. The building’s portico even caved in from rot, requiring a complete restoration.
Some of the building’s original Spanish architecture, such as its plaster and window accents, are still present thanks to efforts by ParsCo Construction and the UWF Historic Trust to preserve its historic features.
In order to reconstruct some of these features, Richard Rodriguez, exhibit designer for the Historic Trust, used 3D-printing technology to make identical models with weather-resistant materials for the building’s exterior.
Why is the building historically significant?
The Motor Inn Station Number Two is the latest addition to the National Register of Historic Places from Escambia County. The building was originally called Monks Service Station Number Two and was added to the register on Sept. 27 last year at the beginning of the restoration development process.
“It represents a period of early transportation, fueling and stations that you would have seen in Pensacola and the surrounding towns,” said Ross Pristera, historic preservationist at the Historic Trust. “Each of these stations had its own brand of architecture to it, unlike the ones today that are just kind of generic.”
Who will be in the new building?
There is no confirmed tenant yet for the commercial building, but there are a few businesses interested in the space. Once restoration of the building is complete, potential tenants will have to work with an architecture firm on the design of the historic building’s interior in order to fit its individual needs.
Fooladi says that they will be finishing the entire building including the tenant’s buildout and interior once they have signed their agreement.
“These buildings have potential for new uses for smaller businesses. They offer a uniqueness that other commercial buildings don’t have,” Pristera said. “It’s up to people like Amir to find and put the energy into them to make them viable again, people like to see them have new uses.”
Fooladi says that the work to restore the building and keep it historically accurate was difficult, but dedication to the details from local partners such as JRS Plastering, Merritt Glass, Guy Brothers Roofing and Alcala Architecture is making the process successful.
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Motor Inn Station historic building restored for new commercial tenant
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Posted on September 26, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
Renovating a historic property can be challenging. It requires careful planning, execution, and attention to detail to preserve the building’s historic character while also updating it to meet modern standards.
Here are some of the challenges of renovating a historic building:
- Historic preservation regulations:Â Many historic buildings are protected by regulations that restrict the types of renovations that can be made. This can make it difficult to make significant changes to the building’s structure or appearance.
- Unknown conditions:Â Historic buildings can be full of surprises. When you start renovating, you may discover unexpected problems, such as structural damage, lead paint, or asbestos. This can add to the cost and complexity of the project.
- Matching existing materials and finishes:Â When renovating a historic building, it is important to use materials and finishes that match the original building as closely as possible. This can be difficult and expensive, especially for older or rare materials.
- Integrating modern amenities:Â While you want to preserve the building’s historic character, you also want to make sure it is comfortable and functional for modern use. This can be a challenge when integrating modern amenities such as central heating and air conditioning, electrical wiring, and plumbing.
Our experienced construction firm is invaluable for renovating historic properties.
ParsCo has the knowledge and experience to navigate the challenges of historic preservation regulations, identify and address unexpected problems, and source the materials and finishes needed to match the original building. We can also help you to integrate modern amenities in a way that is both respectful of the building’s history and functional for modern use.
Here are some of the benefits of working with our experienced construction firm for renovating a historic building:
- Expertise in historic preservation: ParsCo has the expertise to navigate the challenges of historic preservation regulations and ensure that your renovation project meets all applicable requirements.
- Knowledge of building materials and construction methods: Our construction firm has a deep understanding of building materials and construction methods used in historic buildings. This allows us to identify and address potential problems early on and to use the appropriate materials and techniques for your renovation.
- Access to skilled tradespeople: Our network of skilled tradespeople and subcontractors have experience working on historic buildings. This ensures that your renovation project is completed to a high standard of craftsmanship.
- Ability to manage complex projects: Renovating a historic building can be a complex project and our firm has the expertise and experience to manage all aspects of the project, from planning and permitting to construction and completion.
If you are considering renovating a historic building, it is important to choose an experienced construction firm that has a proven track record of success. By doing so, you can help to ensure that your renovation project is a success and that your historic building is preserved for future generations.
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Posted on May 19, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
As part of ParsCo continuning federal compliance and negotiations, our information technology division is responsible for keeping our company up to date on the latest laws and governance of all DFARS cybersecurity laws and regulations.
Since 2015 we have retained the best legal, accounting and IT team in the United States who monitors all correspondence and IT systems within the ParsCo framework including all incoming and outgoing information.
All communication on ParsCo computer and mobile networks is logged and tracked to identifying sources to protect the Department of Defense, security clearances and our current and previous clients.
What this means to our government clients is that you and all information and communication within our mobile, cellular and computer networks are secured and accounted for. This is especially important for classified data and special clearance projects.
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Posted on April 18, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
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Posted on February 28, 2023 by ParsCo Construction
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Posted on May 5, 2021 by ParsCo Construction
The Eglin Gulf Test and Training Range is considered one of the crown jewels of the United States Air Force.
Overseen by the 96th Test Wing at Eglin AFB, Fla., the range covers some 724 square miles of the Florida panhandle, and its overwater expanse stretches the length of Florida from Key West to Eglin, encompassing a mind-boggling 120,000 square miles of the Gulf of Mexico. It is the Defense Department’s largest range
Hidden within this area you will find new facilities ParsCo recently completed to support Eglin Air Force Base.
Contract awarded by Air Force Materiel Command (DOD – USAF).
The NAICS Category is 236220 – Commercial and Institutional Building Construction. The PSC Category is Y1JZ – Construction Of Miscellaneous Buildings
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Posted on March 31, 2021 by ParsCo Construction
Progress is being made on the construction of a subterranean ICON A5 hanger with full living quarters above in Pensacola Florida.
The ICON A5 is an American amphibious light-sport aircraft designed and produced by ICON Aircraft.
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Posted on November 16, 2020 by ParsCo Construction
With the tilt-up method, concrete elements (walls, columns, structural supports, etc.) are formed horizontally on a concrete slab; this normally requires the building floor as a building form but may be a temporary concrete casting surface near the building footprint.
After the concrete has cured, the elements are “tilted” to the vertical position with a crane and braced into position until the remaining building structural components (roofs, intermediate floors and walls) are secured.
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Posted on July 31, 2020 by ParsCo Construction
Footing formwork for a new waterfront airplane hangar being built in Pensacola, Florida.
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