Life Sciences is one of the most innovative growth industries in the Bay Area, and at South Bay Construction (SBC), we are excited to be in the midst of the action. With over 46 years of experience, we specialize in various sectors, with a strong focus on the ever-evolving life sciences industry. We understand the ...
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If you didn’t live in San Francisco in the 1970s, it’s hard to imagine the smog. Check out some episodes of the hit crime drama Streets of San Francisco. In the city panorama shots, you can see smog conditions similar to the photo above. Pretty awful, right? Los Angeles was even worse. Fast forward to ...
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Biotechnology is a rapidly growing field that is transforming many industries, including the construction industry in Northern California. In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the use of biotechnology in the construction of commercial buildings and infrastructure projects, with companies using biotech innovations to improve the safety, efficiency, and sustainability of their ...
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As we look back on four decades as a construction company in the Bay Area, we’re marking this company milestone by reflecting on some of our favorite projects. We’ve encountered all manner of hurdles while tackling tenant improvements and innovative new builds, but whether we’re taking a site back to the drawing board or retrofitting …
The construction industry is one of the largest in the world, and technology — from power drills to bulldozers — has always played a key role in a job well done. Often viewed as a more traditional industry than the innovative tech space, more and more businesses are making the move to streamline their processes …
It’s the holiday season again, which means we’ve had our end-of-year holiday party, decorated the office, collected toys for our annual toy drive, prepared for our 40th anniversary in 2018, and reflected on key milestones in 2017. Reaching New Heights Our team strives to exceed expectations on every project — no matter the size, client, …
Each day you are given 1,440 minutes, but how do you spend that time? At the 1440 Foundation, founders Scott and Joanie Kriens spend their days dedicated to strengthening their connections. With a mission “to serve champions committed to helping us grow in relationship, spirit, and wellness,” they foster their own personal growth by helping …
Planning a renovation is kind of like a puzzle, especially when it comes to scheduling different companies and contractors. If you’re trying to plan your own Tenant Improvement construction project, it may seem easy to call designers, carpenters, and plumbers and schedule everything yourself. But when plans start to go awry, it can be hard …
The Bay Area is home to many of the most dynamic and innovative businesses in the world. It’s the nexus where new ideas, technologies, and companies are constantly coming together, launching the next big enterprises, and taking established firms and brands into the future. As companies change and evolve, so do the spaces where their …
People often throw around the phrase “I’m an open book,” when talking about themselves, but rarely do they follow through on the level of transparency it suggests. But when it comes to construction, having an “open-book” pricing method requires complete transparency between the owner of a project and their design-builder or contractor. When pricing out …
When it comes to tenant improvement (TI) projects, the more you take advantage of emerging technology in your design, the more you can improve and advance the workspace. From deploying remote controlled lighting and using unified communications to adopting new techniques, such as augmented reality and automated construction, you have more options than ever before …
Choosing the best tenant improvement contractor is vital on the first attempt. Most general contractors are qualified and experienced builders, but a great contractor has the ability to accurately, competitively, and honestly price out a bid. They’ll keep a TI project on time in order to avoid extra expenses and generate the most generous profit …
Thin Film Electronics ASA (“Thinfilm”) is a pioneer in printed electronics technology and processes, specializing in near-field communication technology (NFC). There is huge market demand for NFC today, particularly for smart-packaging solutions, so the company needed a new ultra-high volume manufacturing facility in Silicon Valley to ramp up their production from 24 million to 5 …
Our team of design-build experts has over 40 years of experience in the construction industry — and therefore understands the ins and outs of the estimate process. We strongly believe in customer satisfaction and know that your time is important, so we provide accurate quotes in a timely fashion. If you're interested in getting a quote, contact us today.
Our Bay Area Cost Reference Guide provides up-to-date construction pricing and market data; it's a critical budgeting tool that can deliver conceptual estimates and that can save you both time and money.
