LOCAL GENERAL CONTRACTOR ANNOUNCED AS AWARD WINNER BY

HOME BUILDERS ASSOCIATION OF CONNECTICUT, INC.

 

(Waterford, October 14, 2004)---Wolman Construction, a Waterford-based general contractor and construction manager, was honored at the Home Builders Association of Connecticut Annual Awards (HOBI Awards) Dinner held last night at the Aqua Turf Country Club in Southington, Connecticut. Industry peers located throughout the State of Connecticut selected award recipients.

Wolman Construction won in the category of Best Accessory Building for the development of an Entertainment Pavilion on Masons Island. Owners of the property chose Wolman Construction to design and build this pavilion as a unique location to entertain family and friends. The new structure enjoys majestic views of the Atlantic Ocean. John DelGrosso, Director of Operations for Wolman Construction, was on hand to accept the award.

Established in 1988, Wolman Construction, under the direction of President Mark Wolman, has excelled in both commercial and custom residential construction based on a commitment to open, “no surprises” client communication, accessibility to company management and outstanding cost control. Current commercial projects for the Waterford-based firm include the $31 million transformation of the 392-room Hilton Hartford and construction of the new Alumni Center at the US Coast Guard Academy in New London.

Wolman Construction is a member of the Home Builder’s Association of Connecticut. The firm has been recognized by the association every year over the past decade. Wolman Construction’s award-winning projects, include:

Commercial Projects

• LymeAcademy College of Fine Arts in Old Lyme: 2003 Best New Commercial (Home Builders Association of CT (“HBA of CT”))
• Mikvah, Chabad of Southeastern Connecticut: 2002 Special Purpose Room (HBA of CT)
• Mystic Marriott Hotel & Spa in Groton:  2001 Best New Commercial (HBA of CT)
• Nautilus Submarine Force Museum:  2000 Best New Commercial Over $1 Million (HBA of CT)
• Residence Inn by Marriott in Hartford: 2000 Best Commercial Rehab (HBA of CT)
• Fairfield Suites by Marriott in Waterford: 1998 Best New Commercial Entry (HBA of CT), 1998 Construction Excellence Award (Marriott International)
• Courtyard by Marriott, Norwich: 1997 Best New Commercial (HBA of CT)
• Marriott Residence Inn, Mystic: 1996 Construction Excellence Award (Marriott International)
• Whitehall Mansion, Mystic: 1996 Best Commercial Rehab (HBA of CT) for a historic renovation and inn conversion
• Waterford Ridge, Waterford: 1995 Best Marketed Single Family Attached Development (HBA of CT)
• Thomas P. Bent Emergency Shelter, Waterford: 1992 Honorable Mention (HBA of CT)

 

Residential Projects

• 2002 Best Remodeled Home on a Challenging Site (HBA of CT)
• 2001 Best Residential Remodeling $750,000 - $1 Million (HBA of CT)
• 2001 Ultimate Remodel for Home Enjoyment (HBA of CT)
• 2000 Best Residential Remodeling $750,000 - $1 Million (HBA of CT)
• 1999 Best Custom Home under 3,000 sq. ft. (HBA of CT)
• 1998 Best Custom Home 5000-6000 sq. ft. (HBA of CT)
• 1996 Best Custom Home (HBA of CT)
• 1995 Best Residential Rehab (HBA of CT)
• 1994 Best Custom Home Award (HBA of CT)
• 1993 Best Custom Home in New England (National Association of Home Builders)
  

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