< Back to Projects Vibrant Cafe (in Memorial Park) Owner: Vibrant (Memorial Park) Architect: Nelson Byrd Woltz Size: Category: Hospitality Located in the Memorial Park Running Complex, Vibrant introduces a rejuvenating gathering space, providing the community with a haven to relish nourishing and sustainable food amidst the park's natural splendor. Vibrant, a Houston-based café known for its dedication to health and sustainability, enriches the park experience by harmoniously blending culinary delight with the serenity of nature. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Wells Fargo Plaza Block 298 Parking Structure Owner: Trammell Crow Company Architect: Gensler & Associates Size: 551,670 sq. ft. Category: Garage / Structured Parking Located on the north half of Block 298 (bounded by Polk, Louisiana, and Milam streets), the 18-floor structure provides 1,600 parking spaces for nearby Wells Fargo Plaza. The structure was constructed of cast-in-place concrete. The parking structure's design features 4 elevators with air conditioned lobbies, a curtain wall facade, 2 parking levels underground, management offices, valet operations, and a tunnel to connect the property to the downtown Houston tunnel system. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Katy ISD Katy High School West Campus Owner: Katy Independent School District Architect: VLK Architects Size: 270,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD Katy Independent School District encompasses 181 square miles in the suburban area to the west of Houston. The District serves over 62,000 students with 53 schools, including six 4 year high schools. The schools reconstruction involved the replacement of the existing west campus and the renovation of the main entry security station. The kitchen and the natatorium were renovated. The redevelopment program included the replacement of the auditorium, gymnasium, and wrestling room. The entire school was redesigned to be more energy efficient, utilizing several large windows which enabled natural sunlight to enter the school. The schools cafeteria was improved to allow a more efficient flow in the serving lines, while also providing additional equipment space in the kitchen. The Black Box Theater was relocated on campus to a more efficient space to enhance the functionality of the schools traffic flow. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

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< Back to Projects Star of Hope - Cornerstone Community Owner: Star of Hope Architect: Kirksey Architecture Size: 206,975 sq. ft. Category: Community / Non-Profit Star of Hope's Cornerstone Community is a 48-acre site, rich with services most needed by those in or near homelessness. The development features a Star of Hope Center for emergency care and counseling, and numerous community service providers for medical, dental, and job search support. It also houses programs for educational advancement, after-school programs for the youth, daycare and early childhood education, plus safe, affordable, permanent housing all within a walkable neighborhood. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects La Porte ISD Theater Interior Owner: La Porte ISD Architect: PBK Architects Size: 40,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD This project consists of a 40,000 square feet of renovations to LPHS Sonja Angelo Theater including new expanded foyer, expanded restrooms, renovated dressing rooms, new set construction, and costume storage areas. Renovation included new HVAC system, lighting, seating, and flooring. Tellepsen provided additions and renovations to the football stadium, running track, tennis courts, theater, field house, and extensive renovations to the high school and additional parking on an occupied campus. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Samson Controls Expansion Owner: Samson Controls, Inc. Architect: HOK Size: 37,000 SF Category: Industrial (OTF) Tellepsen worked closely with owner Samson Controls Inc. to deliver a successful addition to their existing facility. The 37,000 SF expansion included the construction of concrete tilt-wall building to seamlessly integrate with the existing building. The completion of the Samson Controls Expansion project marks another successful collaboration between Tellepsen and Samson Controls Inc. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Lone Star College North Harris Construction & Skilled Trades Owner: Lone Star College System Architect: PBK Architects Size: 50,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - Higher Ed Located at the Lone Star College North Harris campus, the single-story, 50,000-square-foot Construction and Skilled Trades Technology Center serves as a building archetype for career and technology education especially in the fields of HVAC-R, pipefitting, field services technology, and electrical technology. The project features six classrooms dedicated to supporting technology-based course offerings, 14,800 square feet of teaching laboratory space, a workforce conference center, as well as administrative and support space. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Clear Creek High School Owner: Clear Creek ISD Architect: PBK Architects Size: 250,000 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD This multi-phased on-campus demolition and construction program encompassed 77% of the existing buildings. This was accomplished while keeping the school in full operation. Relocation of students and administration to newly constructed buildings mid-phase allowed the demolition of the balance of the existing buildings. Phase I included rebuilding a 100,000-square-foot administrative, classroom, and laboratory building in 12 months. Phase II included a 150,000-square-foot classroom, laboratory, dance, music, and special education addition on multiple sites within the existing campus. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Memorial Park Kinder Land Bridge & Cyvia and Melvyn Wolff Prairie Owner: Uptown Development Authority Architect: Gunda Gorporation Size: 96 acres Category: Parks / Open Spaces The Central Connector, in the heart of Memorial Park, is a key component of the Memorial Park Master Plan. It includes land bridges over Memorial Drive that connect the north and south sides of the Park, primarily in the form of prairie occupying areas excavated for the land bridge fill. Located in the heart of the Park, it will enable connectivity to other greenspaces and parks within Houston as part of the expanded trail system within Memorial Park. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Trinity Lutheran Church Expansion Owner: Trinity Lutheran Church Architect: Gabriel Architects Size: 56,000 sq. ft. Category: Liturgical / Faith Based A 56,000 square-foot family life center with two regulation basketball courts, concession area, boys and girls locker rooms, two-story administration building with kitchen, assembly rooms and church offices. Site work includes three soccer fields, three baseball fields and new church parking. The building is a combination of structural steel and prefabricated metal building with brick and plaster exterior. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Northern Trust Level 2 Owner: Webster Kirby RE LLC Architect: Tramonte Design Studio Size: 5,524 sq. ft. Category: Office / Corporate (Interiors) Interior demolition and renovation of Levels 2 & 3 at the Kirby Northern Trust Building. Scope included a 5,524 square foot interior buildout of new office space with the installation of imported stone flooring, wallcovering, custom millwork and Hurculite door and glass wall partitions. The project also consisted of bringing the current building up to current fire safety codes. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Marathon Administrative Company, Inc. Owner: Marathon Administrative Group Architect: Corgan Size: 7,315 sq. ft. Category: Office / Corporate (Interiors) Tellepsen constructed a 7,315 square-foot headquarters for Marathon Administrative Company, Inc. featuring two conference rooms, executive huddle area, three executive offices, open workspace, full kitchen, lounge, and executive bathroom. The floor plan emphasized open concept design with elegant granite, tile, light fixtures, and millwork ceilings for optimal acoustics and aesthetics. Wood ceiling slats and sound baffles were incorporated for further acoustic enhancement. Floor-to-ceiling glass demountable office fronts balanced openness with privacy. Additionally, the build included a striking architectural metal art niche with a live display area to showcase business statistics and diversity. The project was completed within just over four months, demonstrating speed and attention to detail from preconstruction to completion. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next

< Back to Projects Tomball ISD - Tomball High School Additions & Renovations Owner: Tomball Independent School District Architect: PBK Architects Size: 347,200 sq. ft. Category: Education - K-12 - ISD Tellepsen provided preconstruction and construction services for additions and renovations to Tomball High School and Athletics. Construction consisted of 180,000 square feet of additions including classrooms, administrative offices, cafeteria, and gymnasium, and 120,000 square feet of renovations to existing facilities. The Sports Complex consisted of 13,800 square feet of renovations and 13,400 square feet of additions to the existing field house, upgrades to football stadium and a new baseball, tennis, and soccer complex. The project also included a new 20,000-square-foot natatorium with a 25-meter pool. To play, press and hold the enter key. To stop, release the enter key. Previous Next