HGC Construction

05/27/2026

Office-to-residential conversions continue reshaping downtowns across the country, and Continental Tower is one example of that transformation taking place in Columbus.

Converting an existing office tower into residential space comes with a unique set of construction challenges, from structural modifications to major system upgrades, all while working within an existing structure.

Continental Tower was recently highlighted in a Columbus Business First article discussing the growing trend of adaptive reuse and office-to-residential conversions across major cities. Read more: https://www.bizjournals.com/columbus/news/2026/05/15/office-to-residential-conversions.html

Converting aging office towers to residential use can make buildings relevant again. Not all make economic sense, however.

05/22/2026

Last week, students, district leaders, and community members came together to celebrate a major milestone at the new Kings High School with a beam signing ceremony.

While the final beam placement will take place this summer, the ceremony gave students the opportunity to leave their mark on the project and take part in this exciting moment before the school year ends. Kings Local School District

05/21/2026

Originally built in 1906, the historic structure once helped define Cincinnati’s garment and textile industry. More than a century later, it has been reimagined into a modern residential landmark while preserving the industrial details that made it an icon in the first place.

Historic preservation is about more than protecting buildings. It is about preserving the stories, craftsmanship, and character that shaped our cities.

05/18/2026

Watch 10 months of construction come to life in seconds.

We recently completed work on the Taft Early School at The Seven Hills School. This new addition creates room for growth with additional classrooms, meeting rooms, and support spaces for students and staff.

05/13/2026

A newly renovated chemistry lab at Ohio Christian University is ready for students. HGC Construction completed the remodel to support hands-on learning in a modernized space.

05/11/2026

HGC Construction leverages our legacy to help partners across Cincinnati and Columbus build and maintain theirs. Backed by nearly a century of experience, we deliver projects across multiple markets with grit, collaboration, and a commitment to doing it right.

05/08/2026

This week, our teams took time across jobsites to focus on fall protection, one of the most important parts of our work.

Through toolbox talks and demonstrations across jobsites in Cincinnati and Columbus, we reinforced the ABCs of fall protection and the habits that keep everyone safe.

Safety comes first, not just this week, but every day on every jobsite.

05/06/2026

Same photo, one year later. A lot can change in 12 months.

Check out the progress at The Blume on 16th in Columbus!

05/04/2026

Safety starts with how we work every day on every site.

During National Safety Stand‑Down Week, our teams are taking time to pause, assess fall hazards, and reinforce best practices that keep everyone safe. Because building what lasts starts with protecting the people who build it.

05/01/2026

The best part of building schools is helping students picture themselves in them, now and in the future.