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Anderson, SC based Upstate Federal Credit Union and Consultants and Builders, Inc. have begun the Design Development stage and Civil Engineering for a new prototype branch located near the LaFrance Industries Division of Mount Vernon Mills off Clemson Boulevard/Highway 76 in Pendleton.

The new branch will be the second branch built by CBI for the credit union and will utilize Teller Pods, interior and exterior ITM’s, new marketing, digital displays, and timeless furnishings. The unique exterior design of this 3,600 square foot, free-standing branch will echo the traditional architectural lines found at many of Upstate’s existing branches while incorporating transitional design elements to maximize visibility and marketing opportunities. The design includes three drive up lanes with a traditional drive-up window as well as advanced ITMs for members. Ultimately the long-term goal is to incorporate some of the newer design and finish elements of the Pendleton branch at Upstate’s existing branches. CBI looks forward to the collaboration, and further progress with Upstate Federal Credit Union to ensure their strategic growth initiatives are a continued success.

Associated Credit Union recently chose Consultants and Builders, Inc. and method-1 to re-imagine their existing branch on the Warner Bros. Discovery campus near Georgia Tech. The location of the branch is currently sited at ‘The Mansion’ where Turner Broadcasting Systems (TBS) originally launched the Cable News Network (CNN) in 1980 and Ted Turner lived.

Renovations will begin in April and will incorporate ACU’s new prototype brand interior aesthetics for the micro-branch. Although staffed with employees as Universal Tellers during open hours, the microbranch itself will be open 24 hours and 7 days a week with the inclusion of and ITM (Interactive Teller Machine) and other member interactive services. Ultimately the branch will include a teller pod, member accessible office space, employee workspace, refreshment bar, technology bar, and dynamic marketing displays.

Consultants and Builders, Inc. previously completed flagship branches in Decatur and Ellenwood, Georgia as well as full renovation of the Main Office branch for Associated Credit Union as they continue to grow their membership and brand.

Tyler Williams, Norman Cox and Kurt Diedrich with Consultants and Builders, Inc. will be in attendance at the SCUCE, the largest Credit Union event in the Southeast, on June 14th thru June 16th, 2023.

Please visit us at Booth #416 at the Signia by Hilton Orlando, Bonnet Creek.

Caro Federal Credit Union in Columbia, SC has chosen Consultants and Builders, Inc. to update the overall design and interior finishes of their recently acquired Greenville Branch near St. Francis Hospital’s Downtown location. The branch renovations will incorporate new LED lighting with an ROI energy audit, paint, flooring, millwork, furniture, finishes, and inclusion of a teller pod with TCR and updated ATMs. CBI will keep the branch open and functional for the duration of the project. As Caro FCU continues to provide enhanced service to their members, CBI looks forward to a continued partnership.

CARO FCU was founded in 1967 as Carolina Collegiate Federal Credit Union. Since then, with the 2017 renaming as CARO FCU, the credit union remains committed to providing Smart Financial Solutions when their members need them most.

“The banking norms have changed dramatically through the years,” said Caro FCU President Anne Shivers. “We are constantly looking for the best banking approaches for our member-owners and new ways to enhance their membership experience. Our board and leadership team understands that to successfully meet the needs of each member as lives change and the world evolves, our credit union must adapt as well.”

Consultants and Builders, Inc., a design-build firm focusing exclusively on the development of financial institutions, is proud to be working with Caro FCU diligently to ensure their strategic initiatives are a continued success. It is our shared goal to aid the financial market in navigating these post-pandemic and unique times as well as propel our client’s organizations forward regarding safety, growth, and technology integration.

Southeastern Credit Union in Valdosta, GA has partnered again with Consultants and Builders, Inc.  CBI will now update the design and interior finishes of the Credit Union’s existing Perimeter Branch. As they continue to provide enhanced service to their growing member base, now eclipsing twenty-nine thousand strong, the Credit Union has expressed strong vision of the opportunities ahead and working in partnership with CBI.

The branch renovations will incorporate new LED lighting, paint, flooring, millwork, furniture, finishes, and updated teller line. The Perimeter Branch is one of Southeastern’ s busiest and CBI will keep the branch open and functional for the duration of the project. Similar updates are on the horizon for the additional five branches operated by the credit union.

Southeastern CU was founded in 1953 as Moody Air Force Base Federal Credit Union. Since then, with a new name and charter, the credit union serves a ten-county area in South Georgia. With the simple concept of “people helping people”, Southeastern has exemplified this guiding principle in giving back to the community and members.

Consultants and Builders, Inc., a design-build firm focusing exclusively on the development of financial institutions, is proud to be working with Southeastern CU again and our team is working diligently to ensure their strategic initiatives are a huge success.

CBC Bank of Valdosta Georgia has selected CBI as their Design partner for the renovation of 6,000 square feet at their Executive Administration Building on North Valdosta Road. The project design will provide office, meeting, and support spaces for enhanced executive and team member delivery of services, improved employee experience, and efficiency of operation. Total project scope includes the full interior design and finish selections, painting, flooring, new furniture, millwork, restroom finishes, as well as enhanced lighting. Chartered in 1929, CBC Bank expanded into Valdosta in 1990. We look forward to the collaborative efforts and long term relationship as CBC Bank continues to grow for enhanced customer service and satisfaction.

Consultants and Builders, Inc. is a full-service design-build firm providing the most creative and cost efficient solutions for our clients’ financial facility needs. Defining the standard for quality and integrity since 1986, CBI offers a complete portfolio of integrated services. Value oriented and time tested, our seamless, single source model consistently earns the highest level of client satisfaction. We look forward to our continued partnership with CBC Bank.