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Here, you’ll find a library of blog posts dedicated to different aspects of the commercial construction industry -- news and updates, upcoming trends, and past projects built by us at The Douglas Company.
Most general contractors can price a job, build a schedule, and walk developers through their process. Those are table stakes. What truly separates top-performing firms from the rest is the ability to consistently execute. For developers and owners, execution isn’t a bonus—it’s the expectation. It’s the difference between a project that performs and one that […]
May 11, 2026
Holland, OH –– May 11, 2026 –– The Douglas Company has begun construction on Silver Birch of Mason, a new senior living community designed to provide high-quality residential care in a thoughtfully planned, amenity-rich environment. The three-story, 90,662-square-foot facility is scheduled for completion in April 2027. Developed by Vermilion Development, a Chicago-based senior housing owner […]
May 11, 2026
Holland, OH – May 7, 2026 – The Douglas Company has broken ground on Silver Birch Columbus, a new affordable assisted living community being developed for client Vermilion Development. This marks the third Silver Birch community TDC is building for Vermilion, following the starts of Silver Birch Amherst and Silver Birch Canton late last year. […]
May 7, 2026
Why Contractor Fees Don’t Determine Project Success When selecting a general contractor for a construction project, it is natural for owners to focus on the contractor’s fee. It is one of the few numbers that is easy to compare across proposals, and it feels like something that can be negotiated and controlled. But once construction […]
April 23, 2026
Holland, OH – April 21, 2026 – Industry-leading Commercial General Contractor The Douglas Company proudly announces the successful completion of Woodview Commons, the luxury multifamily housing development located at 7405 Jackson Road in Ann Arbor, Michigan. The development, which redefines the concept of upscale apartment living, now stands fully constructed and ready for residents to […]
April 20, 2026
Walk onto any jobsite, and one question should sit in the back of every leader’s mind: What are others learning from the way we operate? Clients, associates, and trade partners are constantly observing—not just the work, but the leadership behind it. The way a team communicates, plans, and responds under pressure ultimately defines the company […]
April 20, 2026
50 Years of Constructing Buildings That Matter On January 12th, 1976, The Douglas Company was founded with a vision that challenged the traditional construction model of the time. Most contractors operated within a small geographic radius, competitively bid every project, self-performed major trades, and focused primarily on equipment and yard operations. The Douglas Company took […]
March 17, 2026
Cincinnati, Ohio — March 12, 2026 — The Douglas Company proudly announces the completion of Phase 2, the final phase, of Thatcher Flats, an affordable multifamily housing community in Cincinnati. Construction of the final phase was completed in November 2025, marking the successful delivery of the full development totaling 82,121 square feet and 86 residential […]
March 12, 2026
South Bend, IN – March 9, 2026 – The Douglas Company is pleased to announce the completion of AHEPA 100 Phase II, a $14.3 million senior living community in South Bend, Indiana. AHEPA 100 Phase II offers residents thoughtfully designed one-bedroom, one-bath units featuring ample closet space and living rooms with kitchenettes. The community includes a […]
March 9, 2026
Orlando, FL – February 17, 2026 – The Douglas Company, a 100% employee-owned construction firm dedicated to constructing buildings that matter, is excited to announce the return of Ariel Rolon as Senior Project Manager in its Orlando office. Ariel previously worked at The Douglas Company and is returning after eight years, bringing valuable and extensive […]
February 17, 2026
Orlando, FL – February 12th, 2026 – The Douglas Company is proud to announce the promotion of Jeremy Bartolovitch to Executive Vice President, Southeast. This milestone reflects both the continued growth of the company’s Southeast Division and Jeremy’s elevated leadership in guiding that expansion. Jeremy began his career with The Douglas Company in 2008 as […]
February 12, 2026
Holland, OH – February 10th, 2026 – The Douglas Company (TDC) has officially begun construction on two OHFA-funded affordable assisted living communities for Evergreen Real Estate Group: Green Oaks of Holland and Green Oaks of Canal Winchester. Each four-story, 120-unit facility will feature a wide range of amenities, including a bistro, computer lounge, fitness studio, […]
