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Design Complexity Meets Concrete Ingenuity on Award-Winning Project

When it comes to concrete construction, pushing boundaries is in Baker Construction’s DNA. The One River North project in Denver, Colorado, is a striking example of what’s possible when bold architecture meets expert execution. The 16-story mixed-use development isn’t just another high rise. It’s a one-of-a-kind structure with a “canyon”…

Reduce Duct Bank Construction Risk with Integrated Scope Management

Duct bank construction can be complex. Between coordinating excavation, formwork, conduit installation, and concrete placement, there’s a lot that can go off track. When it does, it throttles electrical work, strains schedules, and threatens budget certainty. The key to mitigating risk is to work with a partner who can own…

Elevating Quality Results on Award-Winning Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion

Waterproofing is always challenging — but even more so when the project is for a wastewater treatment facility, where millions of gallons of water move through the structures for clarification, treatment, and distribution. Baker Construction was up to the task. In January 2023, Poole & Kent contracted Baker to execute…

Building the Future: How Baker Construction Is Harnessing AI to Transform Jobsites

Virtual reality and artificial intelligence are poised to transform the construction industry — and Baker Construction is putting both to use on jobsites to improve safety, enhance collaboration, and increase efficiency. Last year, Baker began deploying advanced AI-powered analytics paired with helmet-mounted cameras. Users outfitted with the cameras can capture…

Restoring Confidence: The Critical Role of Concrete Restoration in Power Plant Upgrades

Now that AI and data centers are demanding a greater share of power, nuclear power generation are coming back into favor as a potential source of reliable low-carbon electricity. The surge in interest is leading to exciting developments in the energy industry, including advancements with small modular reactors. However, there…

Luxury Living Takes Shape with Baker in Texas

When a project requires exceptional craftsmanship and professionalism, Baker Construction answers the call. That’s evident on 1 Riva Row, a 104,000-square-foot luxury multifamily development in The Woodlands, Texas. Developed by Howard Hughes, 1 Riva Row spans more than three acres and will offer 268 upscale residences. Residents will enjoy amenities…

Award-Winning Project Creates Concrete Magic at EPCOT

When the entrance to Walt Disney World’s EPCOT theme park was redesigned as part of a multi-million-dollar improvement project, Baker Construction helped transform the client’s creative direction into concrete results. The project, which wrapped up in late 2023, called for a high level of themed finishes on all hardscape and…

U.S. Commerce Department Recognizes Baker for Signing the Million Women in Construction Community Pledge

At Baker Construction, our purpose is to build better structures and better lives. On May 21, we were proud to be recognized by the U.S. Commerce Department for signing the Million Women in Construction Community Pledge. In signing the pledge, we are demonstrating our long-standing commitment to help more…

Another Baker Win in Virginia Beach

Known for its beaches and resorts, Virginia Beach, Virginia, will soon add Atlantic Park to its list of amenities. Atlantic Park will combine places to work, live, and shop with an events venue and a state-of-the-art wave park. Baker co-workers helped build the heart of this up-and-coming destination by completing…

Collaboration Creates Magic on Award-Winning Project at Epcot

Disney’s Guardians of the Galaxy: Cosmic Rewind rollercoaster at Epcot® is the first reverse-launch coaster created by Disney and one of the largest fully enclosed coasters in the world. Constructing the thrill ride required a level of collaboration and planning that went above and beyond the norm. Baker Concrete Construction…

Baker’s Renovation Team Offers Precision and Innovation in Concrete Renovation

Concrete renovation projects present a unique set of complex risk factors. Field decisions that made sense during original construction aren’t always reflected in the final drawings. Subsequent renovations and modifications don’t always get documented with the original construction documents. Often, renovation teams need to be more prepared and flexible than…