Blog Archive

commercial renovation, community center renovation
27 Oct

First Ward Community Center Renovation

Bringing New Life to First Ward: A Community Center Renovation by Serenus Johnson Nestled at 1410 N 12th St, Saginaw, MI 48601, the First Ward Community Center holds a storied legacy of service, community, and opportunity in Saginaw’s urban core. First Ward Community Center -over the past several months, our team at Serenus Johnson had the privilege of

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sunrise pedal trolley expansion
19 Oct

Commercial Building Addition in Bay City, MI | Sunrise Pedal Trolley Expansion

Commercial Building Addition: Sunrise Pedal Trolley Expansion: More Room for Growth in Downtown Bay City When a thriving local business needs more space but can’t afford downtime, construction takes more than craftsmanship. It takes planning, communication, and the ability to build in challenging conditions while keeping operations running. That was exactly the challenge Serenus Johnson

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29 Jun

Bay County Health Department

What many in the community once knew as “Art Van” has been completely reimagined into something both essential and inspiring: the new home of the Bay County Health Department (BCHD). This impressive transformation showcases the power of expert general contracting and innovative healthcare construction, turning a former retail furniture space into a modern, functional hub

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secured entry with receptionist window
03 Jul

Richland Township Hall

Located in Hemlock, Michigan, the Richland Township Hall has recently undergone a transformative interior renovation, breathing new life into the 7,300-square-foot facility. Completed between March and May 2025, this $183,600 project stands as a testament to effective collaboration, meticulous planning, and adaptability in the face of unique challenges. A Collaborative Effort The renovation was spearheaded by

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commercial design/build renovation
25 Feb

Commercial Design/Build Renovation with Forward Corporation: The Lumber Jack Lodge

Commercial Design/Build Renovation Transforming a Historic Landmark: The Lumber Jack Lodge Renovation At Serenus Johnson Construction, we are always honored to work alongside long-standing partners, and our recent commercial Design/Build renovation with Forward Corporation was no exception. We were chosen to bring new life to the Lumber Jack Lodge in West Branch, a historic hotel

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Dogleg Sports Bar and Grill
05 Oct

Dogleg Sports Bar & Grill

BEFORE: Commercial construction is Serenus Johnson’s specialty, so when the Dogleg Sports Bar and Grill called Serenus Johnson Construction to partner on an interior renovation after a boiler line ruptured in the middle of the night on Christmas morning, we were eager to respond.  The Dogleg Sports Bar and Grill at Green Acres Golf Course

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Dow Gardens Conservatory Update
22 Dec

Dow Gardens Conservatory

Congratulations to the newly renovated Dow Gardens Conservatory. This project has been very exciting to be a part of and we are thrilled to see them open. As the general contractor on the job, we also want to extend our gratitude to the Dow Gardens team for going above and beyond to express their thanks

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fireplace feature
26 Jan

Bay City Fireplace Features

Fireplace Features are new to Downtown Bay City: 7-foot tall fireplace features are popping up throughout the area this season, thanks to a $100,000 grant from the Bay Area Community Foundation‘s Healthy living Fund. The fund was created in 2018 after receiving $1 million from the Dow Corning Foundation alongside Midland Area Community Foundation &

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09 Oct

Monitor Township Fire Department

Monitor Township has contracted Serenus Johnson and WTA Architects to provide assessment and design for a new/renovated fire department. The project will include: -Apparatus Bay Addition: Pre-engineered metal building, cast in place concrete foundations for metal building columns, masonry foundation wall around perimeter, masonry foundation wall around perimeter, pre-engineered wall girt to resist wind-load from

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