THE CHALLENGE

Zone 32 was more than a construction project - it was a community-driven vision led by Bogan Development to bring affordable housing and early childhood education to Kalamazoo’s Northside. The project required a construction partner who could align with the mission, navigate funding and regulatory complexities, and deliver a high-quality product that would serve families for generations.

The AVB DIFFERENCE: CLIENT’S PERSPECTIVE

At AVB, we don’t just build for clients — we are clients too. Our construction team frequently builds for our own development division, giving us firsthand experience with the pressures, decisions, and friction points our clients face. For Zone 32, this meant:

• Understanding the stakes: We knew this wasn’t just about buildings, it was about community impact.

• Anticipating needs: We proactively addressed challenges related to site logistics, funding timelines, and stakeholder coordination.

• Protecting the vision: We treated the project as if it were our own because we’ve been in that position.

THE RESULTS

“I cannot wait to partner with AVB again! During my project, they were committed to quality, used effective communication, overcame schedule challenges, and kept a budget-focused lens throughout. I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in search of a construction partner who will deliver ELITE results while prioritizing their client's needs every step of the way.”

--Jamauri Bogan, Bogan Development Founder & CEO

• Delivered on time and within budget

• Created 12 new affordable housing units

• Supported the launch of a YMCA Early Childhood Center

• Strengthened a partnership that will shape future community development in Kalamazoo

PROJECT OVERVIEW

• Client: Bogan Development

• Location: 315 Frank Street, Kalamazoo, MI

• Project Name: Zone 32

• Scope: $4.5 million mixed-use development featuring 12 affordable housing units and a YMCA Early Childhood Center across the street

• Completion: April 2024

A GROWING RELATIONSHIP

AVB’s partnership with Bogan Development began with Zone 32, but it’s built on more than a single project. It’s built on:

• Shared values around community development and equity

• Mutual respect for the complexity of mission-driven work

• Ongoing collaboration to bring future projects to life

When we understand what it’s like to be in your shoes, we become more than a builder. We become a trusted partner.