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Topping-Out Ceremony for Wampanoag Country Club’s new Clubhouse Fri., February 7 at 2 PM

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Topping-Out Ceremony for Wampanoag Country Club’s new Clubhouse
 
Fri., February 7 at 2 PM


 
West Hartford, CT., Feb 7, 2025 – Nine months after devastating fires destroyed its historic clubhouse, members from Wampanoag Country Club, KBE Building Corporation, Newman architects, and others will host a topping out ceremony for its new clubhouse at an event on the site of the new facility.


 
WHO:   
 

  • Wampanoag Country Club President Glenn M. Cunningham
  • Wampanoag Country Club General Manager/COO Isaac Storandt
  • Other Wampanoag Country Club and Building Committee members
  • KBE Building Corp. staff members and subcontractors
  • Design team members from Newman Architects, Langan Engineering, CES, and Thornton Tomasetti.
                 
WHAT:
 
Topping-out ceremony for new Wampanoag Country Club clubhouse in West Hartford, CT. Project highlights:
  • 33,500 sf two-story facility replacing historic 70-year-old structure
  • Substantial completion scheduled for fall 2025
  • Members and guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the newly renovated Donald Ross-designed golf course from the first-level patio and the 2,400-square-foot rooftop terrace.
During the ceremony, project team members, building committee members, and Wampanoag Country Club members will have the opportunity to sign the final steel beam. Once signed, KBE Building Corp. staff will lift the beam into place, adorned with an evergreen and both the American and Wampanoag Country Club flags—symbolizing pride and the building's structure coming to life.
 
WHEN:       
 
Fri., Feb. 7 at 2 PM
 
WHERE:       
 
60 Wampanoag Dr
West Hartford, CT 06117
 
Background:         
West Hartford, CT – A new era is underway at the 100 year old Wampanoag Country Club as KBE Building Corp. spearheads the construction of a 33,500-square-foot, two-story clubhouse at the private country club. The new facility, built with a structural steel frame on concrete foundations, replaces the former 70-year-old clubhouse, which was destroyed in a fire last April. KBE also oversaw the safe demolition and removal of the remains of the previous structure.
Designed to evoke a classic New England aesthetic, the new clubhouse will feature Shaker-style fiber cement siding, sloped shingle roofs, and thoughtfully curated interior furnishings. Members and guests will enjoy breathtaking views of the newly renovated, acclaimed Donald Ross-designed golf course from the 3,700-square-foot first-level patio with an indoor/outdoor bar and the 2,400-square-foot rooftop terrace.
The clubhouse has been designed with both function and luxury in mind:
  • The lower level will house golf bag storage, locker rooms, a gym, and a dedicated kids' and game area.
  • The first level will serve as the club’s main gathering space, featuring dining areas, event spaces, a commercial-grade kitchen, and administrative offices.
  • The second level will be an exclusive members-only retreat, complete with a private bar, card room/lounge areas, board room, and a state-of-the-art dual golf simulator room.
KBE Building Corp. is leading the Design-Build team for the project, working alongside Newman Architects, a renowned New Haven-based firm serving as the architect of record. The design team also includes:
  • Thornton Tomasetti – Structural Engineering
  • Langan Engineering – Civil Engineering
  • Consulting Engineering Services (CES) – Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Engineering
The new clubhouse is poised to be a landmark destination for members and guests, offering modern amenities while honoring the rich history and traditions of Wampanoag Country Club.
For more information, please contact:
Media Contacts: 
Erica Millard
Director of Procurement, KBE Building Corp.
860.284.7453
emillard@kbebuilding.com

Topping-Out Ceremony for Wampanoag Country Club’s new Clubhouse Fri., February 7 at 2 PM

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