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Design-Build

For a faster, more cost effective method of building, many of Atlantic Canada's larger construction projects have turned to Lindsay's Design-Build Team.

From concept development, to effective design, and throughout budgeting and construction, our Design-Build methods have been the preferred construction process for distribution centres, sports arenas, cooler/freezer facilities, multi-tenant buildings, automotive dealerships, and industrial plants throughout the Atlantic Provinces.

Lindsay's core business consists of Design-Build construction for industrial and commercial clients. We offer multiple building systems including Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings, Tilt-Up Concrete, and Royal Building Systems, which have the ability to cover each demand represented by potential clients.

When one building type doesn't suit these needs exactly, Lindsay also has the talent to combine multiple systems to utilize the best features of each. This results in superior solutions to client needs while maintaining low cost, speed, and flexibility of the Design-Build process.

When planning your future building system, consider these important benefits of working with the Lindsay Design Team:

We have provided Design-Build services in the construction industry for over forty years.
We ensure single-source responsibility for all aspects of design and delivery.
We place extreme emphasis on communication.
We're able to provide a technically rich and experienced approach to analysis, preparation, and completion of client projects.
We possess the knowledge to provide you with building systems on time and on budget.

Featured Design-Build Projects:


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Ragged Lake Transit Centre (Ragged Lake Business Park - Halifax, Nova Scotia) Lindsay Construction is pleased to have been awarded the new Ragged Lake Transit Centre for Halifax Regional Municipality. This 180,000 sq. ft. (total) Design-Build project consists of two Tilt-Up Concrete buildings including a 58,000 sq. ft. Bus Service Centre and a 122,000 sq. ft. Bus Storage Garage which includes 15,000 sq. ft. of administration area. The Design-Build facility has been designed to LEED® Silver standards with an anticipated construction schedule of 13 months. The two buildings will help rectify the current demand of HRM and Metro Transit users while facilitating Metro Transit's planned expansion to the Clayton Park and Tantallon areas. The design will serve up to 150 buses at the time of completion and allows for future expansion to 200 buses in the future.


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Banc Developments (Bedford Commons - Bedford, Nova Scotia) At the gateway to the Bedford Commons, developer Besim Halef has set the standard for the 200-acre retail development with this 74,000 sq. ft., 2-storey Tilt-Up Concrete retail / office building. "I loved it" Halef says of the Design-Build process. "The building came out better than I expected. I had never used Tilt-Up before and I'm extremely pleased." Lindsay worked with Mike Harvey Architects to develop a contemporary design, beginning with a dramatic front entrance accented by two curved panels. The sleek, modern look uses rich color, multiple wall heights, varied wall alignments, curved walls, and mirrored glass to add architectural interest. These features are very economically achieved using Tilt-Up construction. The partnership between a skilled Design-Builder and architect delivers results that are very impressive without skewing the budget. "Lindsay did a tremendous job," Halef continues. "This was our first experience with the Design-Build process and I wouldn't do it any other way. I look forward to using Tilt-Up for other buildings.."


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Chain Lake Place (Bayers Lake Business Park - Halifax, Nova Scotia) Chain Lake Place is a perfect example of the beauty and versatility of Tilt-Up Construction combined with the skilled hand of an experienced Design-Builder. This 46,000 sq. ft. commercial building reflects the desire of owner Larry Gibson to make a statement at its prominent location on Chain Lake Drive. Lindsay worked with Leif Fuchs of John K. Dobbs and Associates to bring Larry's goal to reality, with a beautiful functional home décor retail building. "The excitement when the first panel went up was tremendous," says Gibson. "In construction you're always dealing with unforeseen issues. It's very reassuring to deal with an organization that relieves you of worries that can come into play." Architectural panels (stepped in and out) give the illusion of three distinct buildings in one, with a four-foot overhang and parapet emphasizing individual storefronts. Currently occupied by Floors Plus and Sherlock Clothing offices, with more space available for lease, the Tilt-Up shell has a 24-foot clear for a full second floor and mezzanine if required by tenants. "The overall experience was very comfortable and it's good to know that the structure is as strong as it is," Gibson continues. "We're definitely here for years to come."