Miller Stauch Construction shares love for KC, HQ projects

Miller Stauch Construction is currently working with Schier Products to build their new office headquarters at the corner of Woodland Drive and Shawnee Mission Parkway in Shawnee Mission, Ks.

The 52,000 SF building will include a combined office and warehouse space for the grease interceptor manufacturer's approximate 50 employees, who will be moving into their new state-of-the-art headquarters, designed by GBA, upon completion later this year.

But that's not the only office headquarters project Miller Stauch has working in KC.

First Heritage Bank and doorLink Manufacturing will also move into new office headquarters later this year, thanks to Miller Stauch, who is about to reach a milestone century of working in KC.

“Miller Stauch Construction has been building Kansas City for over 95 years. We love Kansas City and are proud to do our part to establish new homes for our clients,” said Grace Elmore, marketing manager for Miller Stauch.

First Heritage Bank, who currently has five locations in Kansas, is working with Miller Stauch and

Davidson Architecture & Engineering, to build their newest branch in the heart of Lenexa, Ks. The new HQ location includes 5,500 SF of space and will house the bank’s commercial banking division.

Residential and commercial door manufacturer, doorLink Manufacturing, will be moving into their new headquarters later this year as well. The new space includes 240,000 SF of office, manufacturing and distribution space in Riverside, Mo.

"Kansas City is rapidly growing and is making a name for itself on the national stage. Companies are planting their roots here, which is exciting to both participate in and experience,” said Greg Dean, director of business development for Miller Stauch.

Miller Stauch is an expert in the retail, office and industrial markets and has completed several similar projects in Kansas City over the years. This includes an 80,000 SF industrial office building for North American Safety Valve, completed in 2018.

"GBA has worked with Miller Stauch Construction for 35 years on many successful projects in the industrial/manufacturing sector. We truly enjoy the long-term partnership among their team and ours," Craig Rogge, principal for the GBA buildings group, said.

Coming Soon: Lane4's Liberty Logistic Center

by MWM Staff

LANE4 Property Group plans to break ground within a month on a major development in Liberty, Missouri.

The new development, named Liberty Logistics Center, will be located on a 68-acre tract of land at MO Highway 69 and Liberty Parkway, adjacent to the Ford Assembly Plant and visible from Interstate 35.

“We love this project for a variety of reasons,” said Hunter Harris, partner at LANE4. “Because of its immediate access to I-35 and 10-minute access to I-70, the site is ideal for distribution and logistics-focused users looking for supply chain advantages. Liberty is one of the fastest growing communities in the region, responsive to economic development and a prime location for a growing workforce. Overall, this project encompasses all the characteristics we look for when deciding where to invest.”

The development will feature three large buildings, built on a speculative basis, available for commercial manufacturing and distribution operations.

The largest and first to be constructed building will be 741,000 SF with 36-floor ceilings and up to 146 dock doors. The two smaller buildings will be 80,000 SF and 132,000 SF with 32-foot ceilings, accommodating smaller users. All the buildings will feature 50 by 50-foot column spacing with 60-foot speed bays, office storefronts and clerestory windows around the exterior.

Additionally, the development will include a retail portion, Liberty Parkway Plaza, containing eight pad sites fronting I-35 and the Logistics Park. These pads are ideal for restaurants and retailers to cater to the logistics center tenants and employees, as well as the surrounding population.

This development embodies LANE4’s evolution from a retail-focused brokerage firm to a geographically-focused, full-service firm developing multiple asset classes. The transition into multifamily, senior living and industrial projects began with the firm’s first mixed-use project, 39Rainbow in Kansas City, KS in 2012.

Since then, LANE4 has invested heavily in non-retail assets through both acquisition and development, and now maintains a well-diversified portfolio.

“We’ve developed a solid set of real estate fundamentals that guide our endeavors. Our strength is in understanding the commercial real estate landscape of Kansas City and the Midwest region, and recognizing the potential for successful projects, regardless of asset class,” Harris said.

Construction is expected to begin within a month and the first of three buildings will be complete in late 2020.

LANE4 Property Group serves as the developer for the entire project as well as leasing/sales agent of the retail component. Joe Orscheln with CBRE is providing industrial leasing services. Architecture and engineering services are provided by Davidson Architecture and Engineering.

Lane4 breaks ground on two senior living communities

LANE4 Property Group began construction on two sites within the Kansas City metro for its newest independent senior living development concept, Novel Place.

The facilities are located at 95th and Metcalf in Overland Park, and Hwy 40 and Hwy 7 in Blue Springs.

“Novel Place is setting a new standard for affordable, yet convenient, independent senior living. Future residents will have access to more amenities without having to break their bank,” said Hunter Harris, Lane4 partner.

Novel Place’s mission revolves around providing each resident with an improved sense of lifestyle rather than just a place to call home. Home health, dining, wellness, and transportation programs are available to future residents; each thoughtfully crafted to enhance the residents’ experience.

“We’re thrilled both Novel Place locations will be joining neighborhoods in Kansas City that already embody a strong sense of community,” Harris said.

Novel Place offers refined common areas, outdoor courtyards, an in-house fitness studio, and multiple gathering spaces for residents and their guests.

Each location features 134 apartments in a three-story building with a variety of studio, one, and two-bedroom floor plans.

“Our ergonomically friendly features, relaxed contemporary coastal design, and passionate commitment to foster a true sense of community are the cornerstones of our mission,” said Deb Wagner, Novel Place vice president of senior living.

“In our minds, it’s not just about constructing a building; it’s about providing a safe and affordable solution where neighbors can enjoy, support, and celebrate each other,” Wagner said.

Omaha-based, NewStreet Properties, LLC, has joined LANE4 as investment partners for both Novel Place locations. Architectural services for each project will be provided by Davidson Architecture and Engineering and construction services will be provided by Centric.

Academy Bank will provide financing for Novel Place of Blue Springs and Security Bank will provide financing for Novel Place of Overland Park.

Both locations are expected to be open by Summer of 2020.