January 12, 2009
Contact: Karen Paulik, 301-663-0626
For Immediate Release

Morgan-Keller Honored at 2008 ABC Awards

Frederick, MD - Morgan-Keller, Inc. recently received four Excellence in Construction awards from the Associated Builders and Contractors, Cumberland Valley Chapter. “These awards are a tribute to Morgan-Keller’s dedication to constructing buildings that are both structurally sound and aesthetically pleasing,” said Brad Guyton, President and CEO of Morgan-Keller. “The awards are a testament to our team members’ hard work and commitment to excellence.”


Morgan-Keller’s award winners include:


  • Wells Fargo Home Mortgage Headquarters, Frederick, Maryland
    • Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Commercial $25 - $100 Million
    • The Wells Fargo project is a three-story, 310,000 square foot Class-A office building that serves as the new headquarters for Wells Fargo Home Mortgage. The eye-catching design features three inter-connected structures connected by “knuckles” or atria that allow the building to curve gently on its site. Extensive use of glass on the main façade and a dramatic two-story main lobby add to the building’s appeal. The facility houses 1,600 workers and includes numerous state-of-the-art amenities, including conference rooms, media rooms, a full-service cafeteria and locker rooms. The Tilt-Up Concrete Association recently recognized the project for its innovative design.
  • Guardian Hose Company, Thurmont, Maryland
    • Received First Prize for Excellence in Construction – Pre-Engineered Building
    • Guardian Hose’s new 14,700 sq. ft. facility is a pre-engineered metal building, with an attractive blend of split-face masonry block and metal cladding. The rear corner of the building features a two-story stair tower capped with a standing seam metal roof. The project included an expansive engine bay with adjoining offices, community room, kitchen and sleeping quarters.
  • Len Stoler Ford, Owings Mills, Maryland
    • Received Award of Merit for Excellence in Construction – Commercial Under $2 Million
    • Len Stoler Ford’s expansion and upgrade encompassed 4,200 sq. ft. of space and consisted of a two-story addition housing a suite of executive offices, state-of-the-art conference room and administrative offices. All offices feature extensive custom built-in casework complimented by a variety of high-end finishes. The conference room on the second floor features glass walls and state-of-the-art audio-visual systems.
  • Harvest Bank, Frederick, Maryland
    • Received Award of Merit for Excellence in Construction – Historical Renovation Under $2 Million.
    • The Harvest Bank project involved the interior renovation of a 9,000 sq. ft., 150 year old, three-story building in downtown Frederick, Maryland’s historic district. The completed project includes a first floor branch bank, second floor corporate offices, while the third floor is reserved for future office space. While the building’s façade reflects and respects the historic nature of the city, its new amenities very successfully meet the needs of today’s occupants. An excellent blend of the best of the old and the new.

Morgan-Keller is one of Maryland’s largest and most respected commercial builders, with offices in Frederick and Columbia.


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