Landis was dually honored recently: both as an outstanding contractor and as an exceptional employer. We’re very proud to be able to share this exciting news!

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Landis was recently recognized by the Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Bayou Chapter for excellence and innovative construction work on two projects. Both Restaurant R’evolution and Windsor Court Hotel renovations received prestigious Excellence in Construction (EIC) awards—Windsor Court Hotel Renovation in the $10-$25 million commercial projects category, and Restaurant R’evolution for renovations under $4 million.

“The EIC awards program is one of the construction industry’s most important annual awards SURJUDPV�µ�VD\V�-LP�/DQGLV��SUHVLGHQW�DQG�FKLHI�H[HFXWLYH�RIÀFHU�RI�/DQGLV�&RQVWUXFWLRQ�&R���LLC. “These awards recognize only the ‘cream of the crop’ every year and are not easily won. Congratulations to the project teams for both projects. Well done!”

����:LQGVRU�&RXUW�+RWHO� (Category: $10-$25 million commercial) The $11 million fast-track project included an overhaul of the hotel’s 316 guest rooms, public spaces, and meeting rooms, as well as the addition of a new bar, pool, and full- service spa. The latter component featured an LED-backlit ceiling, covered with Swarovski crystals. The project was completed on a tight schedule to accommodate visitors in town for major events, such as the BCS National Championship, Final Four, and Super Bowl. ����5HVWDXUDQW�5·HYROXWLRQ (Category: Renovation under $4 million) The Royal Sonesta Hotel was the site of a complete build-out of approximately 6,000 square feet of former meeting space. The scope of the $2.7 million project involved extensive interior design for seven distinct dining areas, as well as the installation of a completely new mechanical and electrical system. Numerous custom-made components �����LQFOXGHG�PLOOZRUN��DUWZRUN��ÁRRULQJ��FHLOLQJ�EHDPV��DQG�ÀQLVKHV�

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NEW ORLEANS CITYBUSINESS�%(67�3/$&(6�72�:25.Again this year Landis was selected one of the greater New Orleans area’s Best Places to :RUN��7KH�KRQRU�LV�VHOHFWHG�EDVHG�RQ�LQIRUPDWLRQ�VXEPLWWHG�UHJDUGLQJ�EHQHÀWV�DQG�HPSOR\HH�feedback through anonymous surveys. This year, Landis is honored to have been selected as one of the top three in the large-company market.

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+HUH�ZH�DUH�DOUHDG\�ZHOO�LQWR�D�QHZ�\HDU��So, a quick recap of 2012 and some comments about Landis in 2013:

2012 was an OK year for our company. Revenue was up

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Our company began 2013 with a strong backlog of what we believe will prove to be SURÀWDEOH�ZRUN��0DMRU�SURMHFWV�XQGHUZD\�include conversion of the 17-story Texaco Building (1501 Canal St.) into apartments for seniors and 425 Notre Dame, an 8-story upscale condominium building in the Warehouse District. Another exciting new project is the renovation of a building for use by the New Orleans Jazz Orchestra (recently written up in CityBusiness).

Our long-term process of management transition at Landis progressed in 2012 and continues in 2013. Our leaders of the future have taken on more active roles in overall company management. Other parts of the company have also been upgraded, including

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project management, superintendence, and preconstruction. This has been accomplished by hiring strong new employees and transferring personnel to different areas of the Company.

As always, SAFETY is a primary focus at Landis. Our record for safety has been good, but we must, and do, strive for improvement through new initiatives.

Finally, as always, I thank our capable, hardworking, loyal employees, without whom our past and future success would not be possible.

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���5HQW�D�FDU��If you plan to do a lot of driving at your destination, or if you want to avoid putting all of your road trip miles onto your own vehicle, renting a car may be a good idea. You’ll be able to go where you want, when you want. In addition, if you reserve a vehicle ahead of time, you may even get a discounted rate.

���6FKHGXOH�VRPH�GRZQ�WLPH��It can be easy to get carried away with excursion activities, so make sure you actually spend some vacation time relaxing.

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Whether it’s to escape the cold, take the kids to spring break, or visit family and friends, there’s no doubt that this is a popular time of the year to travel. As relaxing as it can be to spend some time away from your normal routine, taking a vacation can be stressful, too. Eliminate some traveling stress this year by following these tips:

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WHAT CAN I RECYCLE DURING A HOME RENOVATION?���6KLQJOHVAsphalt shingles can be manufactured into hot-mix asphalt and used to pave roads. Shingles from one average-sized home can pave 200 feet of a two-lane highway!

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���%ULFNUsed brick has a unique charm in home and garden projects—especially relatively undamaged brick with the wear of age, which can be donated or even sold. Lower quality brick may be ground into concrete.

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Check out the complete article and a list of resources on our website: Landisllc.com/in-the-news.

This 1501 Canal Street development involves the restoration of D����VWRU\��HDUO\�����V�RIÀFH�EXLOGLQJ�ORFDWHG�LQ�1HZ�2UOHDQV·�KLJK�SURÀOH�´XSSHU�&DQDO�6WUHHWµ�GLVWULFW��2QFH�RFFXSLHG�E\�Texaco, the building was vacated more than 15 years ago, when WKH�FRPSDQ\�UHORFDWHG�WR�RIÀFHV�LQ�DQRWKHU�SDUW�RI�GRZQWRZQ��Since then, the building has sat as a blighted eyesore. However, with the New Orleans medical district expanding into the neighborhood, 1501 Canal Street is once again a desirable address. The development will target low-income residents 62 years of age and older, with a preference for current residents of the soon-to-be-demolished Iberville Housing Development. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the building will be redeveloped with the help of state bond funding and historic tax credits offered at the federal and local levels.

The new complex will include 112 one-bedroom apartments, PHDVXULQJ�DSSUR[LPDWHO\�����VTXDUH�IHHW�HDFK��,W�LV�VSHFLÀFDOO\�designed to accommodate elderly tenants. The apartments will offer these individuals amenities and an environment that were mostly non-existent in their previous homes: Commanding views of the downtown New Orleans skyline; excellent access to nearby public transportation arteries, including New Orleans’s historic streetcar system and the city’s public bus network; 4,500 VTXDUH�IHHW�RI�JURXQG�ÁRRU�UHWDLO��PXOWLSOH�JDUGHQ�WHUUDFHV��DQ�exercise room; beauty salon; and a large, airy community space.

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included are weight room facilities with taping and training DUHDV��DV�ZHOO�DV�FRDFKHV·�RIÀFHV�DQG�KRPH�DQG�YLVLWRU�ORFNHU�rooms. A monumental staircase at the entrance leads to a high-HQG�9,3�VXLWH�DQG�D�GUDPDWLF�VHFRQG�ÁRRU�SUH�IXQFWLRQ�DUHD�WKDW�allows views to the outdoor plaza below while providing natural daylight into the facility. Supporting the Convocation Center LV�WKH�;DYLHU�8QLYHUVLW\�&RQYRFDWLRQ�$QQH[��ZKLFK�KRXVHV�FODVVURRPV��DWKOHWLF�VWRUDJH��DQG�DWKOHWLF�RIÀFHV��DV�ZHOO�DV�D�“green” parking lot with pervious paving and solar panels.

Both buildings are expected to earn LEED Silver ratings, EHFRPLQJ�WKH�ÀUVW�/(('�FHUWLÀHG�SURMHFWV�IRU�;DYLHU��7KH\�incorporate community connectivity, water conservation, energy

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The project team included Kyle Condon (project executive), Brad Rizzo (project engineer), David Corona and Jimmy Pilgreen (superintendents), and Alisha Clark (project assistant).

The Convocation Center and Annex were completed just in time IRU�WKH�EDVNHWEDOO�VHDVRQ��DQG�WKH�;DYLHU�WHDPV�ZHUH�KDSS\�WR�EHJLQ�WKHLU�VHDVRQ�LQ�VW\OH��'HVLJQHG�E\�0DQQLQJ�$UFKLWHFWV��the Convocation Center project includes a 94,000-square-foot multipurpose arena and a 23,000-square-foot annex. The structural-steel-framed, precast-pile-supported buildings feature D�EULFN�DQG�*ODVV�)LEHU�5HLQIRUFHG�&RQFUHWH��*)5&��H[WHULRU�that will resemble the rest of the university’s unique appearance.

With a capacity of 4,500 people, the arena will also host baccalaureate ceremonies and convocations for the university. In addition, the facility replaces the old gymnasium, which sustained severe damage during Hurricane Katrina. Also

new mechanical system has been designed for the project, aiding in the effort to achieve the coveted Enterprise *UHHQ�&RPPXQLWLHV�Ranking. This stringent program for the multi-family market is offered by Enterprise Community Partners, Inc. Additional sustainable design features include ORZ�ÁRZ�À[WXUHV��intelligent lighting, and Energy Star appliances throughout. Estimated move-in time for the new residents is Spring 2014.

The project team LQFOXGHV�0HODQLH�Champagne, LEED AP (senior project manager), Bill Tomasak �DVVLVWDQW�SURMHFW�PDQDJHU���0HO�6HQWLOOHV��VXSHULQWHQGHQW���DQG�Pat Shepard (project assistant). The architect for the project is HCI Architecture, Inc.

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As part of our ongoing commitment to the community, Landis has partnered with YAYA (Young Aspirations/Young Artists) again this year. The marquee project of this sponsorship is the Mardi Gras Ladder project. Each year, YAYA artists paint and sell one-of-a-kind ladders, ZLWK�DOO�SURFHHGV�EHQHÀWLQJ�WKH�SURJUDP�� In celebration of this project and partnership, YAYA artists visited Landis for a paint party! All participating employees took home their very own mini-ladders showcasing their artistic nature.

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providing educational experiences in the arts and entrepreneurship to New Orleans-area youth, and by fostering and supporting their ambitions. The multi-faceted vision of YAYA includes bringing artistic experiences and education to new,

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nurturing leadership and cultural ambassadorship through travel and public appearances.

To learn more about YAYA, to get involved, or to commission your own full-size custom ladder for next Mardi Gras, visit www.yayainc.com.