# Tangram Construction Trades: Streamlining Commercial Projects Through Integrated Services
Commercial projects often involve juggling multiple subcontractors, each with their own timelines, communication styles, and standards. What if there was a better way?
Tangram has evolved its construction capabilities into **Tangram Construction Trades**, a comprehensive division that consolidates multiple specialty trades under one experienced team. This strategic expansion transforms the traditional subcontracting model by offering coordinated services across corporate, hospitality, education, and entertainment sectors.
## From Flooring Specialist to Full-Service Partner
What started as Tangram Flooring in 2002 has grown organically into what General Manager Dave Teper calls a "super-subcontractor." The rebrand reflects nearly two decades of expansion driven by client needs and industry demands.
"Our goal is to make subcontracting easier and less stressful by consolidating multiple construction trades under one roof," explains Teper. "This integrated approach offers multiple benefits across the overall project and supports our commitment to delivering results on time and within budget."
## Comprehensive Trade Coverage
Tangram Construction Trades now handles an impressive range of specialties, from foundational work to finishing touches:
- **Concrete and masonry** (Divisions 3-4) - **Wood, plastics, and millwork** (Division 6) - **Thermal and moisture protection** (Division 7) - **Doors and windows** (Division 8) - **Complete finishes** including flooring, wall coverings, and custom 3D walls (Division 9) - **Specialties and furnishings** (Divisions 10, 12) - **Special construction** for unique project requirements (Division 13) - **Electrical work** (Division 16)
For smaller spaces, the team provides complete tenant improvement services for projects under 7,000 square feet, handling everything from walls and doors to digital component installation.
## Addressing Modern Workplace Needs
The division has adapted to current market demands with **Tangram Workplace Sanitization**, a dedicated maintenance program available quarterly or annually. This three-tiered approach addresses each facility's unique characteristics while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
Additionally, partnerships with Falkbuilt and Wytcote Technologies enable Tangram to create custom wellness stations and touchless entry systems. These scalable solutions combine digital construction with temperature checking and contactless check-in capabilities—essential features for today's health-conscious workplaces.
## The Single-Source Advantage
For commercial design professionals, working with a consolidated trades partner offers several practical benefits:
**Simplified coordination**: One point of contact instead of managing multiple subcontractor relationships
**Consistent quality standards**: Unified approach to craftsmanship and project execution
**Streamlined scheduling**: Reduced conflicts between trades and smoother project flow
**Accountability**: Single-source responsibility for multiple project components
**Cost efficiency**: Potential savings through coordinated material purchasing and reduced markup layers
## Full-Service Project Support
Tangram Construction Trades provides end-to-end support through every project phase:
- **Consultation and planning** - **Detailed estimating** - **Pre-installation coordination** - **Delivery and construction** - **Project close-out and review**
This comprehensive approach ensures nothing falls through the cracks while maintaining the specialized expertise each trade requires.
## Looking Forward
As commercial spaces continue evolving—from traditional offices to flexible work environments, from standard retail to experiential spaces—having a construction partner that can adapt and integrate multiple specialties becomes increasingly valuable.
Tangram Construction Trades represents a practical solution to the complexity of modern commercial construction, offering design professionals the specialized expertise they need with the coordination they want.
