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Wolff Companeis Announces Gates Ranch, a Community of Family Farms

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:00:00 GMT

Wolff Companies recently announced its newest development, Gates Ranch, a unique single-family residential ranch property located in the rolling hills of Washington County, 65 miles northwest of Houston. The 1,500-acre community of family farms will consist of 20 to 30 deed-restricted sites ranging in size from 30 acres to over 100 acres. Long known for its strategic master-planning and innovative approach to commercial real estate development, Wolff Companies is applying these same principles to Gates Ranch. Each individual homestead has been carefully planned to emphasize the natural beauty of the property and to ensure privacy. Named after Amos Gates, the first settler west of the Brazos River, Gates Ranch will adhere to a high standard of development. Wolff Companies has established an owners association and protective deed covenants to maintain the highest quality and commitment to land conservation. The deed-restricted community ensures that families will...

CHB AMERICA TO BUILD IN INTERWOOD

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 18:00:00 GMT

Despite a sluggish real estate environment, there is vigorous activity in Wolff Companies’ Interwood, a master-planned business park located at Beltway 8 and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. CHB America Inc., an affiliate of Chipolbrok, the Chinese-Polish Joint Shipping Company has just completed the purchase of a 3-acre tract on Heathrow Forest Parkway. Chipolbrok is an international shipper serving North America, Europe and the Far East. CHB America Inc. chose Interwood as the site for their new, 20,000-square foot US headquarters building after an exhaustive search of the north Houston market. Construction is expected to commence this spring. CHB purchased the 3-acre tract on Heathrow Forest Parkway from SCO Oil, who retained 3.3 acres for future use. Marc Drumwright and Nick Miller with Southwest Realty Advisors represented the seller. Additionally, Schulz USA, Inc. completed construction of its 56,880-square-foot North American offices and distribution facility,...

Expansion of Park Row Nearing Completion

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Mon, 07 Dec 2009 16:00:00 GMT

Construction is progressing quickly on the expansion of Park Row in West Houston. In a public/private venture with Harris County Pct. 3, Wolff Companies and other landowners have contributed the right-of-way and a portion of the construction costs to extend Park Row through the Ten Oaks section of the new Medical Center - West, a 170-acre complex which is home to the Texas Children's Hospital West Campus and The Methodist Hospital West Campus. The four-lane divided thoroughfare from State Highway 6 to the City of Katy will ensure improved mobility and access for West Houston employees, residents and visitors. “As West Houston continues to grow at a significant rate, it is crucial that the area’s infrastructure accommodate the increased traffic flow, due in part to the new Medical Center – West,” said David W. Hightower, executive vice president of Wolff Companies. “As developers of Ten Oaks, as well as Park 10, located immediately...

Holiday Inn Breaks Ground on Next-Generation Hotel in Westway Park

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Tue, 21 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Clinton Investments has broken ground on a two-acre tract of land in Wolff Companies’ Westway Park, the 150-acre mixed-use complex located at the intersection of Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road, moving forward with the development of its new concept, next-generation Holiday Inn.

Only the second in the state, the 122-room, five-story hotel will reflect the iconic brand’s new look and should be ready for guests in spring 2010. Holiday Inn’s new contemporary design, created to appeal to the Baby Boomer customer base, is evidenced throughout the hotel’s design and furnishings.

“With numerous national and international companies located in Westway Park, the hotel is strategically located to cater to business travelers, while also offering a comfortable option for families who visit the area,” said, David W. Hightower, executive vice president and chief development officer for Wolff Companies.

Additionally, the hotel will feature a full-service restaurant, business center, workout center, extensive meeting facilities, Holidome pool and activity area. The hotel adjoins Carolyn Wolff Park, a three acre urban arboretum that offers visitors a quiet refuge from business at the end of the day. Jim Scarborough, president of Clinton Investments represented developer in the site acquisition and is handling construction for the project.

The new Holiday Inn will provide another lodging option for the continuous traffic of domestic and international business travelers that visit Westway Park every day. Companies with headquarters’ or major operations in Westway Park that have national and worldwide business operations include GE Oil and Gas, Cameron, BJ Services USA, Invensys Process Systems, Seismic Exchange, Inc. and Superior Energy Services.

Park 10 Bustles With Development

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Mon, 13 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Wolff Companies’ Park 10, a 550-acre master-planned, regional business center located in the West Houston Energy Corridor, is bustling with development. As the Greater Houston area continues to grow westward, numerous commercial and retail developments are opening in the business center. Four New Facilities Under Construction. Construction is moving ahead rapidly on several buildings, totaling more than 266,000 square feet, along Park Row Boulevard. The Reserve at Park 10, a 150,000 sq. ft. Class A office building developed by Woodcreek Development is nearing completion. Additionally, Yancey Hausman has completed a 32,000 sq. ft., 2-story building for Epic Energy’s new headquarters, located at the southwest corner of Park Row and South Creek Drive. Across South Creek Drive from Epic’s building, the National Association of Corrosion Engineers has expanded its campus, adding an 18,000 sq. ft., 2-story building. And, Sercel, a worldwide leader in the seismic industry is...

Interwood Experiences Steady Growth

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Tue, 07 Jul 2009 15:00:00 GMT

Interwood, a densely wooded 440-acre master-planned business park located at Beltway 8 and John F. Kennedy Boulevard, has been bustling with construction. Located at the entry to George Bush Intercontinental Airport, the business park has seven projects recently completed, underway or about to begin. Western International, a Dallas-based hospitality developer and operator, is constructing two nationally-recognized hotels as well as a restaurant. The first hotel, a 134-room TownePlace Suites by Marriott is scheduled for completion this spring. Construction has commenced on the second hotel, a 131-room Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriott, with completion scheduled for fall of 2009. Specifics on the restaurant have not been released. The Urban Group, a Denver-based developer, is completing construction of a 62,000 square foot, Class-A, two-story, office building at 15109 Heathrow Forest Parkway immediately north of the Administaff building. Boston-based Cabot Properties has...

David S. Wolff Receives Lifetime Achievement Award

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Thu, 09 Apr 2009 15:00:00 GMT

David S. Wolff, Chairman and President of Wolff Companies, has been awarded the lifetime achievement award at the Houston Business Journal’s Landmark Awards dinner. Wolff was honored for his dedication as one of Houston’s most outstanding and dedicated developers. Among Wolff Companies’ properties are Park 10, Westway Park, Interwood, Ten Oaks and First Crossing. He also dubbed the area of west Houston as the Energy Corridor, a name that is recognized throughout the city as home to the country’s largest concentration of national and international energy companies. David Wolff has contributed tremendously to the make-up of Houston’s business community and his eye for real estate throughout the area has resulted in many successful employment areas, said John Beddow, Publisher of Houston Business Journal. His commitment to the Houston community and environment is clearly demonstrated through the many endeavors he has taken on over the years. Wolff has...

Booming Energy Sector Spurs Expansion for Houston-Based Seismic Exchange

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 13 Aug 2008 14:00:00 GMT

Even before Seismic Exchange Inc.’s initial building in Westway Park was completed, the company acquired the adjoining 2.4 acres as an expansion site. And now, after relocating their headquarters operation from Louisiana to Houston, the seismic data firm has commenced construction on a second expansion that more than doubles the size of its operation in Westway Park, Wolff Companies’ 150-acre planned business environment at the intersection of the Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road. Located at 11050 Capital Park Drive, the 73,400 square-foot five-story Class A office building and its accompanying five-level parking garage is the result of the booming energy market. Completion of the new structure is slated for March 2009. Seismic Exchange will occupy the entire building. While Westway Park has been sold out for almost a year, it is exciting to see continued development and growth in the office complex, said David W. Hightower, executive vice president of Wolff Companies. Powers...

Wolff Companies Completes Multiple Land Transactions in Interwood Development

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Tue, 27 May 2008 14:15:00 GMT

Wolff Companies, a long-time leader in Houston real estate investment and development, announces several land transactions in Interwood, a densely wooded 440-acre master-planned business park located at the intersection of Beltway 8 and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Schultz USA Inc. recently purchased 16 acres of land located on Interwood North Parkway, just east of Heathrow Forest Parkway. The property will serve as the company’s new North American headquarters and distribution center. The new project will consist of a 56,880 square foot building. Construction will begin this fall. Bob Berry and Jeff Venghaus with Staubach represented the buyer. Schulz desired to locate a site in North Houston that allowed the company to construct its own facility, said Jeff Venghaus, Vice President for The Staubach Company. Interwood was truly a great solution. The park is conveniently located to restaurants, hotels and other amenities and the property acquired provides the opportunity for Schulz...

Texas Children's Hospital Breaks Ground on New West Campus

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Thu, 15 May 2008 18:00:00 GMT

Texas Children’s Hospital broke ground today on its new West Campus, the first community children’s hospital to be built in the greater Houston area. When completed, the new facility will be among the nation’s largest suburban pediatric hospitals and will serve one of its fastest growing child populations. Located on 55 acres at the intersection of Interstate 10 and Barker Cypress, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus is designed to incorporate the best practices in pediatric treatment environments and to provide the special accommodations that families need in a children’s medical facility. Staffed and equipped to treat patients from birth to 18 years of age, Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus will provide both outpatient and inpatient services, and offer the only dedicated pediatric emergency room in greater West Houston. The medical complex, totaling 490,000 square feet, will be built in phases at an estimated cost of $220 million. With the completion of the outpatient...

Wolff Companies Completes Land Transactions in Interwood

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 09 Jan 2008 15:00:00 GMT

Wolff Companies, a long-time leader in Houston real estate investment and development, recently announced the closing of three land transactions in Interwood, a densely wooded 440-acre master-planned business park located at the intersection of Beltway 8 and John F. Kennedy Boulevard. Western International purchased an 8.6 acre tract located at John F. Kennedy Blvd. and Interwood North Parkway. The property will be home to two nationally-recognized hotels as well as a restaurant. Interwood is truly one of the most beautiful commercial real estate properties in Houston, with hundreds of towering pine and oak trees that give the area a lush, nestled feel, even though the property is located just off of the Beltway and a few minutes from the terminals at Bush Intercontinental Airport, said David W. Hightower, executive vice president and chief development officer for Wolff Companies. We are continuing to develop Interwood to ensure the optimal mix of office buildings, industrial...

Satterfield & Pontikes Achieves First Gold Level Certification In Houston

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 14 Nov 2007 16:00:00 GMT

Satterfield & Pontikes Construction, Inc. recently earned a LEED Gold level certification for Core and Shell Pilot for its corporate headquarters, located at 11000 Equity Drive in Westway Park. The certification is the first of its kind in the Greater Houston area. Satterfield & Pontikes’ is one of eight buildings located within Westway Park that are LEED certified and/or registered. We are extremely pleased to have achieved this distinction, said George A. Pontikes, Jr., President and CEO of Satterfield & Pontikes. Satterfield & Pontikes has long been a leader in innovation, striving to build better and more safely. Now the company is also committed to employing new and better ways to serve our clients by providing the most environmentally-friendly, energy efficient and cost-effective structures. Satterfield & Pontikes’ new 65,000 square foot headquarters, a three-story, cast-in-place concrete green building, utilized a Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) approach. The building...

Wolff Companies Completes Westway Park with Largest Transaction to Date

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 17 Oct 2007 15:00:00 GMT

Wolff Companies, a long-time leader in Houston real estate investment and development, announced the completion of its final and largest land transaction in Westway Park, the 150-acre business complex located at the intersection of the Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road. The purchase of the 13.5-acre property by Dienna Nelson Augustine Company marks the closure of the business park, an endeavor of strategic planning, innovation and development by Wolff Companies since purchasing the original property in 1972. Our goal for Westway Park was to develop the optimal environment for corporate office buildings by planting hundreds of trees, providing extensive landscaping and establishing protective covenants that enhance the substantial investments made by the ultimate owners of buildings in the park, stated David S. Wolff, Chairman and President of Wolff Companies. We are extremely proud of the buildings that have been developed there. Many of these structures have been designed by...

Wolff Companies Closes Land Deal in Westway Park

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Mon, 24 Sep 2007 13:45:00 GMT

Wolff Companies, a leader in Houston commercial real estate, has sold a 2-acre tract of land in Westway Park, the 150-acre master-planned business complex located at the intersection of the Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road, to Clinton Investments. Clinton Investments plans to build a 5- to 6-story, new concept next-generation Holiday Inn Hotel on the site. Holiday Inn’s new concept brings the iconic heritage of the Holiday Inn brand to life in a modern, innovative design that will set new standards for business travelers and families alike. The 122-room hotel will feature a full-service restaurant, business center, workout center, extensive meeting facilities on the first floor, swimming pool, guest laundry and will reflect Holiday Inn’s new look and feel. The hotel is only the second next-generation Holiday Inn in the state—the first was launched in November 2005 at the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites College Station-Aggieland. We are delighted that Clinton Investments and Holiday...

Travelers Insurance Leases Intellicenter at Westway Park

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Thu, 29 Mar 2007 16:00:00 GMT

The second largest writer of auto and homeowners insurance through independent agents, Travelers Insurance has leased Intellicenter-Houston in Westway Park, a master-planned development by Wolff Companies. St. Paul Travelers Companies will take possession of the LEED certified building in July, consolidating four offices in the metro region into one convenient location. Koll Development Company (KDC), a leading nationwide commercial real estate firm, and Prudential Real Estate Services are developing Intellicenter-Houston, a 158,000 square foot, three-story office building currently being constructed at 4650 Westway Park Boulevard. This project is part of the Intellicenter national building program that has an estimated total price tag of $200 million. Fortune 500 companies and leading tenant reps gave KDC input to come up with the design, branded the Intellicenter. Gensler is the architect, along with St. Louis-based Forum Studio Inc. Travelers Insurance’s new offices will...

KTBU-TV Channel 55 The Tube to Broadcast Out of Westway Park

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Thu, 21 Dec 2006 19:00:00 GMT

Following its recent purchase of KTBU-TV Channel 55 The Tube and Channel 55 Production Company Inc., USFR Media Group is moving its headquarters to Westway Park, a 150-acre, mixed-use office park developed by Wolff Companies at the intersection of the Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road, between Interstate 10 and U.S. 290. The 30,000-square foot building at 11150 Equity Drive will serve as broadcast headquarters for both KTBU and America One Television Network, another USFR Media Group Holding. Earlier this year, USFR Media Group purchased this Westway Park property, which served as the home of News 24 Houston until Time Warner’s 24-hour news channel ceased operations in 2004. The open facility offered a high-tech headquarters suitable for broadcasting in leading-edge digital media. KTBU-TV Channel 55 is available over the air, on cable and satellite networks, while America One Television Network has 167 affiliates nationwide. Westway Park’s location puts it in the crosshairs of a...

Firefighters Federal Credit Union Building Open in Interwood

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 22 Nov 2006 19:00:00 GMT

The newest branch of the Houston Firefighters Federal Credit Union is now open in Interwood, a mixed-use business park developed by Wolff Companies on over 440 acres at the entrance to George Bush Intercontinental Airport. This new facility is located at 15100 Heathrow Forest Parkway, standing adjacent to the Houston Firefighters’ Relief and Retirement Fund headquarters. Interwood proved an ideal setting for the Houston Firefighters Relief and Retirement Fund’s offices and its deeply moving heroes’ memorial to fallen firefighters. Clinton C. Hartmann, CEO of the Houston Texas Fire Fighters Federal Credit Union, said the expansion to include the Credit Union was a logical choice. Designed to echo the traditional, red brick firehouse, the full-service financial institution serves Houston firefighters, retirees and their immediate families. Joe Jacobs of Jacobs-Keller Architecture, served as the project designer. The Credit Union’s lobby is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. on...

Wolff Companies Sells Westway Park Property to Dienna Nelson Augustine

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 08 Nov 2006 19:00:00 GMT

Wolff Companies and Dienna Nelson Augustine Company have completed the acquisition by DNA of a nine-acre property in Westway Park, a 150-acre, mixed-use office park at the intersection of the Sam Houston Tollway and Clay Road, between Interstate 10 and U.S. 290. Dienna Nelson Augustine will break ground on a 144,000 square foot, three-story multi-tenant office building on this property, located at the northeast corner of the Sam Houston Tollway and Equity Drive near the Sam Houston Tollway/Clay Road interchange in mid-November. Dienna Nelson Augustine Company showcases an impressive list of recent development projects in Houston, and the Westway Park structure will mark its third in a Wolff Companies business park. The other two projects, build-to-suit facilities for Federal Express and First Health, reside in Interwood, a densely wooded, 440-acre master-planned business park developed by Wolff Companies at the doorstep of George Bush Intercontinental Airport. Master-planned...

Park 10 Regional Business Center Capitalizes on Energy Industry Growth

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Tue, 19 Sep 2006 14:00:00 GMT

Activity in the Park 10 Regional Business Center escalated at the end 2005 and has continued to build momentum in 2006. More than one million square feet of new projects are either underway or soon to be announced, including: q Opus West is constructing Ten West Corporate Center II, a 250,000 square foot, five-story class A office building on Houston Chronicle Boulevard. Mustang Engineering, an international engineering services company, will occupy 200,000 square feet of the building. Mustang Engineering and its parent company, Wood Group, already have a very strong presence in the regional business center, including being the principal tenant in Ten West Corporate Center I. q Yancey-Hausman is constructing phase two of the Offices at Park 10. The six-story, 156,000 square foot office building will be located at Park Ten Blvd. and I-10. q Peyton Cottrell Interests is developing a major retail center, Bally Park 10, at the corner of I-10 and Barker Cypress Road. When...

Compass Bank Deposits New Branch at First Crossing

noemail@wolffcompanies.com — Wed, 30 Aug 2006 19:00:00 GMT

Today Compass Bank opened its doors to customers in First Crossing, the 65-acre, master-planned business development by Wolff Companies, bringing a third major financial center to the park. Capitalizing upon First Crossing’s robust retail business and major intersection access, Compass Bank, Chase Bank and Texas State Bank anchor the intersection of University Blvd. and State Hwy 6 South within a block of U.S. 90 A. First Crossing followed the footsteps of all the successful Wolff Companies master-planned developments, going from inception to completion and selling out in six years. We saw the potential for the Sugar Land/6 Commercial Corridor, and we have been pleased with how the market responded, said David W. Hightower, Executive Vice President of Wolff Companies. Proximity to three major transportation routes and the booming residential population of Ft. Bend County makes this the natural path for commercial development over the next decade. Compass Bank’s lobby will be open...