Costco to break ground on 164,000-square-foot store in Franklin
Issaquah, Washington-based Costco bought a 20-acre parcel of land in Franklin and will start construction on a 164,000-square-foot store this week, according to the city. It’s expected to open in November.
$3M commitment boosts Milwaukee plan for nearly 100 affordable homes
Northwestern Mutual commits $3 million to support the Amani affordable homes project on Milwaukee's north side, aiming to build nearly 100 homes.
Downtown Milwaukee project surpasses small and disadvantaged business goals
Northwestern Mutual reported hiring more small and disadvantaged businesses beyond local requirements for its $500 million office overhaul in downtown Milwaukee.
VIDEO: Northwestern Mutual installs signage on north office building
Construction crews installed an 11.5-foot sign on the Northwestern Mutual North Building in downtown Milwaukee.
VIDEO: Glass exterior completed for Northwestern Mutual North Office
Gilbane Building Co., C.G. Schmidt and Veit & Co., Inc. are leading a $500 million refresh of the 18-story Northwestern Mutual North Office near East Mason and North Cass streets.
VIDEO: Northwestern Mutual celebrates final beam placed on North Office
Crews are finished building up on the North Office, now they will work on the building envelope and completing the interior. Opening set for 2027.
PHOTOS: Northwestern Mutual North Office project one year in
Construction crews were expanding the floorplates of the building in preparation of a new curved, glassy facade like the Tower and Commons.
Northwestern Mutual’s North Office exceeds its resident contracting and small business goals
Project officials clocked SBE and RPP programs performing past their 25% and 40% goals during construction.
Northwestern Mutual will buy University Club’s downtown building
The club closed late last year due to membership and maintenance issues.
Mortenson leads Northwestern Mutual convenience store buildout
A convenience store, bakery and smoothie bar will be open to the public later this year.
PHOTOS: Northwestern Mutual’s North Office is transformed from inside out
Many parts of the old North Office building will be reused, while contractors aim to rebuild an office to match the feeling of Northwestern Mutual's Tower and Commons.
Northwestern Mutual’s $500M overhaul a boon for Milwaukee residents
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