Construction Manager Completes David A. Cofrin Asian Art Wing Designed to Achieve LEED Gold Certification

GAINESVILLE, FLA. — Construction manager Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) completed the Samuel P. Harn Museum of Art’s new David A. Cofrin Asian Art Wing at the University of Florida, which will open to the public on March 31, 2012. Designed by Le-Huu Partners to achieve LEED Gold certification from the United States Green Building Council, the $13.6 million, three-story, 26,000-square-foot addition will feature works from China, India, Japan, Korea, and South and Southeast Asia. The new facility will house Asian art galleries, a mezzanine suite on the upper level for curatorial and museum activities, as well as art storage and conservation space on the lower level. It will also include Asian-themed gardens designed by Hoichi Kurisu of Kurisu International.

CPPI specializes in educational, commercial, healthcare, governmental and institutional construction. The company’s client list includes the University of Florida, University of Central Florida, University of North Florida, University of South Florida, Santa Fe College, Seminole State College, Valencia College, numerous K-12 school districts, healthcare clients, and state and local governments. CPPI’s Principals include: Breck A. Weingart, Chairman; John V. Carlson, CEO; Domenic E. Scorpio, President; and Brian K. Leslie, Executive Vice President.

Gainesville, Fla.-based Charles Perry Partners, Inc. prominently ranks 17th largest among “The Southeast’s Top Green Contractors” according to ENR Southeast magazine’s annual survey. The company, which has constructed more than 30 LEED projects, has more than 50 LEED Accredited Professionals on staff and ranks 6th largest among Florida firms based on 2010 sustainable revenues totaling $81,450,000. Recognized as a powerhouse of innovation, sustainability, craftsmanship and expertise, CPPI ranks among Florida’s largest general contractors, construction managers and design-builders, having reported total 2010 revenues of $168 million.

The company’s many outstanding projects also include: the new $95 million University High School in Volusia County; the $72 million Genetics & Cancer Research Center at the University of Florida; the $80 million North Florida Regional Medical Center expansion and renovations; The Village Retirement Community expansion; the $40 million University of Central Florida Physical Sciences Building, Phases I and II; the $38 million University of Florida Veterinary Education and Clinical Research Center (Small Animal Hospital); the $19 million University of South Florida Dr. Kiran C. Patel Center for Global Solutions; the $11 million Florida Innovation Hub at the University of Florida; and countless others.

CPPI was prominently named one of Florida’s Best Companies To Work For in Florida Trend magazine’s annual survey published August 2011. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida. For more information, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News or visit www.cppi.com.


Charles Perry Partners, Inc. (CPPI) is one of Florida’s leading general contractors, construction managers and design-builders. Since 1968, the firm has established a tradition of excellence by providing an impressive array of services for public and private sector clients. CPPI’s services cover a wide range, including project planning and modeling, budget estimating and cost management, project scheduling and construction. The firm is a leader in sustainability and dedicated to the communities in which it serves. The company’s headquarters is located in Gainesville, Florida. Its Central Florida office is located in Oviedo, Florida, and its North Florida office is located in Jacksonville, Florida.  Its Tampa Bay office is located in Tampa, Florida, and its new South Florida office is located in Vero Beach, Florida. The company’s Georgia office is located near Athens, Georgia. For more information, please visit CPPI’s website at www.cppi.com, follow CPPI on Twitter @CPPI_News, or call 800-591-CPPI.