Congratulations to our client to The Quoin Hotel for being featured in the March 2024 issue of Bon Appetit!
Megan Wahn of Bon Appetit took a trip down to Wilmington, DE to visit Simmer Down, The Quoin's basement cocktail lounge. In the issue she discusses the thoughtful finishes that went into creating the unique whimsical atmosphere.
Read the full article in the March issue!
Washington Marriott Capitol Hill Welcomes Guests to the Nation's Capital
Photo Courtesy of Issac Masielman
Washington Marriott Capitol Hill debuts January 11, 2023, standing between Washington DC’s iconic Capitol Hill and emerging NoMa neighborhoods. “The new Washington Marriott Capitol Hill reflects the transformation of the Marriott brand, delivering imaginative design, memorable food and drink concepts, and uncompromising service that will appeal to guests and locals, delivering authentic and memorable experiences,” said Rick Sawyer, General Manager.
Located within walking distance of the US Capitol, Union Station, and the bustling Union Market neighborhood, the hotel is a true urban retreat. Situated within the newly developed NoMa Center, the hotel sits adjacent to 40,000 square feet of new retail and restaurants. Guest rooms provide workstations with high-speed internet access, as well a luxurious linens and modern amenities. There is also an expansive 24-hour state-of-the-art fitness center so guests can keep up their fitness routines while away from home.
INSPIRED INNOVATION
Upon arrival, guests enter sophisticated public areas designed by award-winning, local Washington, DC-based designer, Darryl Carter. Society Commons, a social hub from day to
night, features an intimate bar and a full-service restaurant, which transitions with guests from social to business, creative, and personal activities.
The hotel’s design seeks to honor the past by capturing a spirit that is focused, determined, and efficient using crisp and streamlined architectural and decor elements that are intentional and purposeful. The materials are polished and refined, with hints of strong metals and warm woods. The style embraces the future by combining these metals and woods in fearless applications, using contemporary forms and angular shapes that are both unexpected and dramatic.
A standard across Marriott Hotels globally, the hotel’s M Club is open 24/7 as an exclusive space reserved for hotel guests who are Marriott Bonvoy Elite members. Benefits include complimentary food and beverage throughout the day such as hot breakfast, evening hors d’oeuvres, and premium beverages, ensuring uninterrupted productivity for business travelers.
NEXT LEVEL MEETINGS
With 18,000 square feet of state-of-the-art pre-function and event space, the hotel creates connections and offers spaces that can be adapted to varied sizes and formats. The ballroom delivers uninterrupted sight lines and features 15-foot ceilings and leading-edge lighting. Designed to creatively accommodate today’s guest needs, the space is expansive enough to host 280, while customizable for intimate events. In addition to the innovative indoor meeting space, the property also boasts a stunning courtyard that delivers more than 5,000 square feet of extraordinary special event space with the nation’s skyline as a backdrop.
SAVORY DELIGHTS
An oasis in the sky, Yara is a sexy indoor/outdoor venue that includes a chef-driven restaurant, buzzing bar + lively lounge that celebrate the cuisine and spirit(s) of Latin cultures… with a twist! The menu features fresh and bold flavors, embraces seafood, shareables and unexpected flavor profiles. Inspiration comes not from any one country but offers traditional and modern takes on dishes from across Central and South America. Adding to the fun, the mixology program features creative and classic craft cocktails, incorporating fresh squeezed juices and zero-proof tonics and botanicals – perfect for a group or date night.
The hotel, developed by The Buccini/Pollin Group and Perseus TDC, an entity of Transwestern, and managed by PM Hotel Group, is the first franchised Marriott property inside Washington’s Capital Beltway.
Washington Marriott Capitol Hill is located at 175 L Street NE, Washington, DC, 20002. The hotel participates in Marriott Bonvoy, the award-winning travel program from Marriott International, allowing members to earn and redeem points for their stay at the new hotel, and at other hotels and resorts across Marriott Bonvoy’s extraordinary portfolio of brands. With the Marriott Bonvoy app, members enjoy a level of personalization and a contactless experience that allows them to travel with peace of mind.
For more information about Washington Marriott Capitol Hill and to book reservations, visit www.Marriott.com/wasnn or call (202) 972-9800.
Photos Curtesy of Issac Masielman
CRE Clients Win Preservation Achievement Award from Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia
Photo by Matthew Williams
Every year the Preservation Alliance for Greater Philadelphia presents Preservation Achievement Awards to projects and individuals who work to promote the appreciation, protection, and appropriate use and development of the historic buildings, communities and landscapes in the Greater Philadelphia Region.
For the 2023 Preservation Achievement Awards, the Alliance honored Christina River Exchange with a Grand Jury Award for our role in the restoration of the former Security Trust and Safety Deposit Company Building at 519 N Market St in Wilmington, Delaware that is now home to a 24-room luxury boutique hotel The Quoin. The Grand Jury Awards “celebrate the highest level of achievement in historic preservation.”
The Quoin, was a $17 million historic renovation and adaptive reuse of Victorian Romanesque brownstone designed in the 1885 by Philadelphia architect Frank Furness. Spanning 27,000 square feet, the hotel features a 75-seat Fireplace Cafe & Lounge, 155-seat ground floor restaurant, a lower-level cocktail lounge, and Wilmington’s first rooftop bar.
Meet Andrew Chin-A-Loy, CRE Procurement Specialist
Previous title and company: Customer Service Representative at CSC
Alma Mater and Degree? Bachelor’s of Business Administration at Wilmington University
What led you to Christina River Exchange? The company culture and growth opportunities!
What are you most excited for in this new position? Collaborating and working with the team to achieve something big.
What’s your favorite way to unwind after a busy day? Golf!
Are you an early bird or night owl? An early bird.
What are three words your friends would use to describe you? Funny, kind, and outgoing
What is your favorite restaurant? Chick-fil-a
Meet Gabby Vietri, CRE Procurement Specialist
Previous title and company: Social Media Marketing Specialist at First State MedSpa
Alma Mater and Degree? Bachelor’s Degree in Media Communication at the University of Delaware
What are you most excited for in this position? I am most excited about collaborating with new team members and serving the community at CRE. I am also looking forward to working with an innovative company such as CRE and can not wait to see the projects come to life!
What’s your favorite way to unwind after a busy day? Outside of work I love to read, shop, and workout!
Are you an early bird or night owl? A night owl.
What are three words your friends would use to describe you? My friends would describe me as: energetic, fun, and reliable.
What is your favorite restaurant?
My favorite restaurant is Agave in Lewes, DE.
CRE Clients Featured in Conde Nast Traveler: The 23 Best Places to Go in the U.S. in 2023
Wilmington, Delaware has been recognized as one of Conde Nast Traveler’s 23 Best Places to Go in the U.S. in 2023 and several CRE Clients were mentioned as reasons to visit this vibrant city, including The Quoin, Bardea and Bardea Steak, Le Cavalier, HOTEL DU PONT!
“Delaware may be best known for its breezy southern beaches—but up north, Wilmington is drawing attention for a wave of new restaurants transforming the city into a bona fide food destination…”
CRE Teams Floats Down the Brandywine for Annual Team Outing
At Christina River Exchange, our team works hard every day to meet the needs of our clients and execute the projects with responsibility, accountability, and honesty. Which is why they deserve to have a little fun along the way!
The CRE team took to the scenic Brandywine River one sunny afternoon in July to host our annual canoe trip. It was a wonderful day to unplug and relax with one another outside of the office!
Meet Bridgette Pappert, CRE Procurement Specialist
Previous title and company : Lead Bartender at DuPont Country Club
Alma Mater and Degree? Interior Design at Temple University
What led you to Christina River Exchange? As a Wilmington transplant and lover of architecture and restaurants, I saw the potential and growth within the city and wanted to join the company that is so focused on this coming to fruition.
What’s a work-related accomplishment that you’re really proud of? Well, I am relatively new, but I didn’t do too shabby at our CRE Golf Tournament.
What’s your favorite way to unwind after a busy day? Working out/listening to music.
Are you an early bird or a night owl? A night owl.
What was your first job? Sales Associate at Charlette Rousse
What are three words your friends would use to describe you? Driven, Witty, and Adventurous.
What is your favorite restaurant? This is a tough one, but I would say Makato Bal Harbour, in North Miami
CRE Hosts 2nd Annual Office Putting Tournament
Back by popular demand, Christina River Exchange hosted the 2nd annual office putting tournament earlier this summer to coincide with the U.S. Open. Our headquarters were transformed into the esteemed Octavo Piso Country Club to host the 2022 CRE Open on the nine-hole put put course, complete with water hazards, sand traps, and workplace obstacles. Over 30 associates participated in the two-day tournament with varying success.
Some players felt the thrill of victory, while others learned the agony of defeat as they succumbed to the pressure of holding onto Round 1 low scores. “Goddess of the Greens” Grunseich was high on the leaderboard after Round 1, but struggled Day 2 on Holes 6 and 8. She was not available for comment, but we expect she’ll be a top contender in 2023. Holding on to his 2nd position after Day 1 was “Grip and Rip It” Givler finished 12 under for 3 rounds. “Tee It Up” Temple got his game on after a slow start on Day 1 and finished with 2nd Place finish and a score of 100. And after a year to regroup following his devastating loss in the 2021 CRE Master’s Tournament, “Master of the Masters” Mucklow held onto his first place lead after Day 1 and was victorious in capturing the coveted Champion title. He attributes his success to his family, many fans…and to “Avoiding big scores and staying within himself.” Honorable mention goes to “Mashie Mulligan” McGee who shot Hole-In-One on Hole #3 not once, but twice. And last but not least, congratulations to Team BPGS on their Top Team Finish.
CRE Clients Featured in The Philadelphia Inquirer: What to do, eat, and see in Wilmington
Christina River Exchange client’s Wilma's, Le Cavalier at the Green Room, HOTEL DU PONT, and Bardea Food & Drink recognized in The Philadelphia Inquirer’s guide “What to do, eat, and see in Wilmington”!
“As President Joe Biden’s adopted hometown, Wilmington is having a moment. While that moment has shined a national spotlight on the small city just 45-minutes south of Philadelphia, excitement about Wilmington has been building locally for years.
For the last century, the city has been known as the home of the storied DuPont family and its influential chemical company, as well as a financial center, but after business hours, things got quiet. That’s changed. Today, you’ll find beer gardens, artsy coffee shops, tattoo parlors, sporting events, and artisanal shops that are open well past 5 p.m.
Over the last couple of decades, the city beautified its once-industrial waterfront, which now has a minor league baseball stadium, the indoor Chase Fieldhouse sports complex, the Jack A. Markell Trail, an IMAX theater, restaurants, hotels, and entertainment all along a scenic mile and a half long riverwalk.
In the last 10 years, the city’s downtown has gone through a similar renaissance, thanks to thousands of new apartments that house 4,000 new residents — many of them millennial transplants coming from places like New York and Philly. Much of the new development is along about 10 blocks on downtown’s main drag, Market Street, which charms visitors with historic architecture, clean streets, independent shops, theaters, and renowned restaurants, such as Bardea, which was just named a James Beard Awards semifinalist…”
CRE Client Featured in Vogue: America’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2022
Christina River Exchange client Bardea Steak was recently featured as one of “America’s Most Anticipated Restaurant Openings of 2022” by Vogue!
“The team behind Wilmington, Delaware’s James Beard semifinalist restaurant Bardea Food & Drink, Scott Stein and chef Antimo DiMeo, are expanding their Bardea brand with beef-based Bardea Steak. Serving as their third eatery, Bardea Steak will be a contemporary take on a classic steakhouse, claiming a spacious 5,000 square foot plot adjacent to Bardea Food & Drink in downtown Wilmington. DiMeo is planning to cook various beef cuts (including off-cuts) in a custom-made open-hearth, with a focus on various aging techniques. Wines will lean toward American producers, while some cocktails will be made tableside.”
Crobsy Hill Celebrates Topping Out Ceremony
Joined by City of Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki, Wilmington-based developer, The Buccini/Pollin Group, Inc. (BPG), BPGS Construction, Christina River Exchange, and ResideBPG celebrated the topping out of their latest residential development Crosby Hill on January 19th. During the ceremony, a structural beam was raised to the roof of the 11-story building, signifying a major milestone in the development of the 203-unit multi-family community coming to 517 Shipley Street in the Fall of 2022.
Following remarks from Mayor Purzycki, Rob Buccini, Co-President of The Buccini/Pollin Group, and Chris Langan, Residential Regional Director for The Buccini/Pollin Group, guests, neighbors, and project partners were invited to sign the beam prior to its raising by the 150 foot-tall crane that’s been a focal point of the City skyline for the past eight months. The development, which is nearly halfway complete, brings over 200 construction jobs to the City of Wilmington throughout the project.
Designed by Niles Bolton Associates, the $62 million development includes two 4-story buildings and one 11-story building surrounding a private, landscaped courtyard with a swimming pool, fireplace, BBQ grills, screening area, and pergola. A private parking garage with 124 parking spots will be located underground for residents. The building will also feature a fitness center and a penthouse clubroom on the 11th floor with unparalleled city and river views. The clubroom will boast a demonstration kitchen, game room, coworking space, indoor fireplace, and outdoor terrace. The community will include studios, one, and two-bedroom apartments with stainless-steel appliances, quartz counter tops and high-end finish details throughout.
The name Crosby Hill pays tribute to the Crosby and Hill Department Store that prominently served Wilmington for nearly a century from 1878 to 1960 at 605 Market St. Described by the Every Evening in 1888 as “an indication of the substantial development of the retail trade in Wilmington…[and] an ornament to the lead business center of the city,” BPG believes this new development will be just as influential for the City as the first Crosby and Hill building.
While the majority of development in recent years has been concentrated to Market Street, Crosby Hill marks a significant move westward to widen the core of the Central Business District in Downtown Wilmington. Prior to demolition, the site was originally a standard parking lot. Crosby Hill will relocate the parking underground and bring an estimated 350 people to Shipley Street, which impacts the broader strategy to build critical mass and broaden the Downtown.
To date, BPG has brought over 2,100 units to the residential market in Wilmington and has no plans of stopping. Even with the addition of 300 new units to Downtown Wilmington last year, BPG’s residential portfolio remains stabilized across the board at 95% occupancy with consistent leasing activity at our newest communities The Cooper and 101 dupont place, which are both over 80% occupied.
To join the mailing list for progress updates, please visit www.residecrosbyhill.com.
Delaware’s First Duckpin & Dining Makes its Debut at Wilma’s
Christina River Exchange is pleased to announce the long-anticipated arrival of Wilma’s, Wilmington’s first Duckpin & Dining! Located at 900 N Market Street, Wilma’s transforms the 100-year old bank hall into a full-service bar and 60-seat restaurant with a 4-lane duckpin bowling alley and retro arcade games. The menu features Southern & New Orleans-inspired cuisine from rising Wilmington Chef James Sparks of Makers Alley, and an array of craft cocktails, draft beers, and French wines.
Wilma’s brings a beloved sport back to City limits after nearly 50 years with a fun new twist. While the concept is similar to regular bowling, the setup and rules differ slightly in duckpin bowling. A cross between skeeball and ten-pin bowling, duckpins are slightly smaller than regular pins. Players have three turns, instead of two, to score using a grapefruit-sized ball without holes.
“I can’t wait to make a fool out of myself trying to knock some pins down with a bowling ball with no little things to hang onto, that should be interesting,” said Wilmington Mayor Mike Purzycki during the ceremony. “But I will be a gamer. I’ll try.”
Not to be over-shadowed by the boisterous games, Wilma’s features a stunning full-service dining room with double height ceilings and a garden trellis bar. There is also a lounge on the mezzanine overlooking the fun and games at bowling alley and a private dining room ideal for intimate gatherings.
The lunch, dinner, and weekend brunch menus are an authentic reflection of beloved Southern dishes derived from Chef Sparks travels over the years. Dishes are infused with rich Creole flavor and combine the meats, seafood, and vegetables of the region into classic entrees like: alligator sliders, French Quarter creole, shrimp and grits, and fried shrimp po’ boys. Recognizing the desire for more weekend breakfast options in Downtown Wilmington, Wilma’s also offers a hearty brunch menu available on Saturdays and Sundays. Highlights include: a variety of seafood benedict options, steak and eggs, and andouille sausage gravy. Even the cocktail menu reflects the lively spirit of the Big Easy with sazeracs, frozen hurricanes, and other gin-infused drinks.
“Consistent feedback from our residents have suggested that people are looking for more recreational activities downtown,” said Rob Buccini, Co-President of The Buccini/Pollin Group. “Wilma’s is a refreshing addition to Wilmington’s bar and restaurant scene with an added element of fun.”
From the team behind Makers Alley, I.M. Coffee, and DECO, Wilma’s is the first full-service restaurant owned and operated by The Buccini/Pollin Group. But that’s just the beginning. During the ribbon cutting ceremony, BPG announced its plans to open a shuffleboard club just around the corner at The Residences at Mid-town Park. Shuffle Libre, coming in 2022, will feature full-size shuffleboard courts and a Cuban-themed menu.
Wilma’s is open Wednesday – Friday 11:00 AM – 11:00 PM, Saturday 10:00 AM – 11:00 PM, and Sunday 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM. Reservations can be made online at goodtimewilmas.com or on the Resy app. Validated parking is available at the Mid-Town Park garage (805 N Orange). Patrons should simply bring their parking ticket with them and present it to their server. For more information on private event rentals for parties of any size, please email events@goodtimewilmas.com
CRE is Hiring: Procurement Specialist
CRE is seeking an enthusiastic individual who is detail-oriented, a problem solver, and enjoys working on a project team that includes owners, architects, general contractors, designers, and vendors. As a Procurement Specialist, you’ll work on a variety of hospitality, multi-family, and commercial projects both for The Buccini/Pollin Group and third-party clients. This role is responsible for:
Project FF&E and OS&E procurement of products for hospitality, select commercial and food and beverage projects from initial design to installation
Development of preliminary FF&E budgets and forecasts
Development of bid proposals, prepare and process purchase orders
Providing bid comparison reports, forecast and expediting reports
Managing the approval process of custom goods with vendors and interior designers; assist interior designers with alternate selection options
Coordinating FF&E delivery with installation staff
Communicating with the client, providing regular status updates and handling any questions or changes.
Coordinating work in the field including interfacing with designers and consultants.
For more information and to apply, please click the link below!
CRE Client Featured on OpenTable: 15 of the Most Beautiful Restaurants in the U.S. and Canada
Le Cavalier | Wilmington, DE
By Lauren McDowell for OpenTable
A restaurant with good bones can stand the test of time, and nowhere is that more true than at the brasserie Le Cavalier in Hotel Du Pont. After nearly a century of operation, the hotel restaurant underwent a carefully planned renovation that would conserve the building’s original splendor but bring in a 21st-century point of view. And so the ornate plaster ceiling, fumed oak paneling, and gilded Spanish chandeliers were lovingly brought back, in addition to what management calls the true pièce de résistance: the original, priceless terrazzo floor. A new marble bar was added to the dining room, which is filled with modernist artwork and lush velvet banquettes, where diners enjoy seasonal French menus from award-winning chef Tyler Akin created with locally sourced ingredients.
Continue Reading on OpenTable…
Image Credit: Jason Varney
101 dupont place Receives DCA Construction Excellence Award
Clare Catka, Joe Fulton, Sabrina Matheson
Christina River Exchange project 101 dupont place received a Construction Excellence Awards from the Delaware Contractors Association at the 51st Annual Meeting held on Thursday, October 28th at the Chase Center in Wilmington.
Development and Construction Manager for the project BPGS Construction was presented the Historic Preservation Construction Excellence Award for 101 dupont place, a 198-unit multifamily residential community within the historic Dupont Building in Wilmington, DE. The project converted 240,000 SF of vacant office space across 13 floors into a luxury apartment community, featuring studio to 3-bedroom apartments, a resident lounge in the historically-preserved DuPont Company boardroom, Wilmington’s first rooftop deck, and more.
Congratulations to the entire project team for this well-deserved recognition!
CRE Celebrates Virgin Hotels New Orleans Grand Opening
On Thursday, October 8th, Christina River Exchange joined members of BPGS Construction’s hotel development team to travel to New Orleans to celebrate the city’s resilience and continued growth as an international destination with the opening of Virgin Hotels New Orleans, the most recent hotel from Sir Richard Branson’s expanding brand of lifestyle hotels.
Sir Richard arrived on property, baton in hand, accompanied by the Marching 100, St. Augustine High School’s internationally acclaimed band from nearby Lafayette Square.
Hotel owners The Buccini/Pollin Group and Virgin Hotels New Orleans presented the school with a donation to help and support with damages to the building sustained from Hurricane Ida, while Virgin Hotels Chief Executive Officer James Bermingham and Virgin Group founder Sir Richard Branson addressed the students.
“We’re glad to be part of this community and embrace the incredible spirit of New Orleans,” said Sir Richard. “How wonderful it is to celebrate this beautiful new property and becoming part of the continued growth of one of the world’s most magical cities.”
After the marching parade arrived en masse at Virgin Hotels New Orleans, Sir Richard, James Bermingham and Dave Pollin of Buccini/Pollin Group presided over a ribbon-cutting ceremony that reflected Sir Richard’s dedication and commitment to the Big Easy. Students and attendees received a native magnolia tree to plant from Common Ground Relief, whose Plant a Million Trees campaign aims to help the city and Gulf Coast communities build healthy, robust coastal wetlands.
No Crescent City event is complete without music and the grand opening event delivered. Musical guests and performers including Ivan Neville and DJs Boyfriend, Logic and Jodeci Juice showcased the hotel’s fabulous dining and entertainment spaces. Performances took place throughout the property — from the ground level Shag Room and Commons Club to the 13th floor Pool Club and Dreamboat.
“Our excitement in opening Virgin Hotels New Orleans grows stronger each day that we get to witness the passion and pride New Orleanians feel for their hometown. The city’s welcoming spirit, lively entertainment and incredible culinary experiences are all things we’re excited to bring to life at our hotel,” said Bermingham.
CRE Procurement Manager Brenda Layne and Procurement Specialist Sabrina Matheson were instrumental in bringing this 225 room hotel to fruition. Please join us in congratulating the entire project team on this momentous occasion!
CRE Gives Back During Annual Day of Service
Christina River Exchange takes pride in supporting our neighbors within the community. Every year, CRE teams up with their affiliate brands The Buccini/Pollin group and BPGS Construction, and associates spend an entire day giving back to the local community by providing volunteer services during our annual Day of Service. Through a coordinated, associate-led effort, we were able to help 12 organizations in the Wilmington, DE area this year, many of which we have supported for years. With multiple service opportunities and varying activities, associates were able to select a volunteer option they are passionate about. This year, our associates volunteered at the following organizations:
During this unprecedented time, now more than ever before it is important to give back to the most vulnerable in our community as we are all in this together. We encourage you to help all of the wonderful organizations above as well on your own time or through monetary donations.
To view all of the heartwarming photos from our Day of Service, click here. For more information on BPG’s outreach initiatives, click here.
CRE Welcomes New Procurement Specialist, Paige Trakas!
As Christina River Exchange continues to grow and develop new client relationships, we recognized the need to grow our team as well. Please join us in welcoming Paige Trakas as a Procurement Specialist I!
Meet Paige Trakas
Prior to joining Christina River Exchange, Paige previously worked at GGA Construction in the design-build field. She comes to us with prior experience in residential and commercial design. Paige received her B.F.A in Interior Design, with a Minor in Graphic Design, at New York Institute of Technology, where she learned how to present her designs, take different types of criticism, and using public speaking to her advantage.
While Paige enjoys the challenges each type of design has to offer, she realized her passion lies in Interior Design. She is excited to apply her knowledge of the industry to the FF&E procurement cycle, helping to make our client’s incredible projects come to life!
To get to know Paige a little better, we asked her a few questions…
What led you to Christina River Exchange? The job description first caught my eye, being able to get back into the interior side of a project was an opportunity that I couldn’t pass up. After researching and visiting CRE’s website multiple times, I noticed that their previous and current projects were in great locations both near and far. Their ability to work in the hospitality industry by managing a project and making awesome relationships is also a huge plus!
What’s a work-related accomplishment that you’re really proud of? As a Project Engineer at GGA, I was able to assist and finish a design-build project,. It was one of the few projects I was able to choose furnishes and finishes on.
What’s your favorite way to unwind after a busy day? My favorite way to unwind after a busy day would consist of eating good food (dinner) and taking a hot shower!
Are you an early bird or a night owl? It is easier for me to wake up early rather than to stay up late…
What was your first job? Non-professionally my first job was a hostess for Schaefer’s Canal House in Chesapeake City, MD. Professionally my first job was a Project Engineer for GGA Construction in Middletown, DE.
What are three words your friends would use to describe you? Sometimes Shy, Nice… ahhh I have no idea – some people think I’m funny… hard question!
What is your favorite restaurant? It is hard to narrow it down, but one of my favorite restaurants would have to be DogFish Head Brewery in Rehoboth Beach, DE.
We welcome Paige to our team with open arms & look forward to her contributions!
Celebrating Our 5th Anniversary - A Note from Founder Michelle Schwandt
It’s hard to believe Christina River Exchange opened its doors on A Street five years ago today. Like any new business, we experienced the thrill of success and, as well, the angst of lessons learned as we worked hard as a team to master the art of FF&E procurement.
In five years, we’ve completed 16 hotels, 5 multi-family projects, and 5 restaurants/commercial projects! But we share these successes with our co-workers at The Buccini/Pollin Group, BPGS Construction, and the many professionals to include the designers, architects, contractors, vendors, operators, and our Clients with whom we work every day. We are truly grateful for your support, for making our work enjoyable, and mostly, for your friendship.
And to our CRE team members – both present and legacy – thank you for all you do each and every day. Here’s to many more successful projects together… and to another five years!
Cheers!
Michelle
In the past 5 years, we've worked on incredible projects in a variety of industries! Take a look back at some of our favorites:
Hotel: Virgin Hotels Nashville
Restaurant: Le Cavalier at the Green Room
Commercial Office Space: Swedesford Park
Multifamily Residential: 101 dupont place
Affordable Housing: La Central