Milwaukee
Breakwater 233 Apartments
Breakwater 233 Apartments Located at 233 Lake Avenue in Racine, Wisconsin, Breakwater 233 Apartments mark a significant milestone as the first market-rate apartments to be developed in downtown Racine in 20 years. The 3.542-acre site, previously vacant for years, has a rich industrial history, including lumber storage and a manufactured gas plant. Driven by the…
Read MoreLapham Lodge
Lapham Lodge The Lapham Lodge is a new 6,000-square-foot, multi-functional facility located within the 1,100-acre Lapham Peak Unit of the Kettle Moraine State Forest. Officially opened in the spring of 2025, the lodge was developed through a close collaboration between the Friends of Lapham Peak and the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources (DNR) to better…
Read MoreLeo Frigo Bridge
Leo Frigo Bridge Spanning nearly 1.5 miles across the Fox River, the Leo Frigo Bridge is a vital corridor for Green Bay’s commuters and commerce. As part of its multi-phase rehabilitation, GRAEF’s survey and engineering team was tasked with capturing highly detailed structural and elevation data to guide critical repairs and future work. Given the…
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Sculpture Milwaukee The Sculpture Milwaukee Exhibition is an annual, contemporary outdoor gallery that transforms downtown Milwaukee’s Wisconsin Avenue into a vibrant corridor of public art. Each year, the exhibition introduces a new theme curated by a selected artist, bringing fresh perspectives and captivating sculptures to the heart of the city. The exhibition’s mission is to…
Read MoreAmerican Family Field J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard
American Family Field J. Leinenkugel’s Barrel Yard GRAEF was tapped to bring a fresh, modern energy to American Family Field with the design of a year-round beer hall and restaurant aimed at drawing in younger baseball fans and craft beer lovers. The result is a vibrant, welcoming space that comes alive during Brewers games and…
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Pulaski Park Pedestrian Bridge
Pulaski Park Pedestrian Bridge As part of the Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District’s (MMSD) ambitious flood control project for the Kinnickinnic River, Pulaski Park’s outdated concrete pedestrian bridge required replacement. The over 50-year-old structure, suffering from severe deterioration, was no longer viable. The new prefabricated steel bridge, chosen after extensive public input, features a visually appealing…
Read MoreRenaissance by Marriott
Renaissance by Marriott Wauwatosa’s Mayfair Mall became the home of Wisconsin’s first Renaissance by Marriott luxury hotel, bringing a new level of sophistication to the area. The project transformed an existing commercial office building, including a complete re-facade that gave the structure a modern and elegant appearance. The 11-story, 177,900-square-foot building underwent a comprehensive renovation,…
Read MoreCity of West Bend Downtown Master Plan
City of West Bend Downtown Master Plan The City of West Bend is transforming from a manufacturing-based community into a vibrant, walkable destination. The Downtown Master Plan aims to address the surge in development interest, particularly in multifamily residential projects, and to build on recent enhancements to the Riverwalk along the Milwaukee River. These improvements…
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