“It has been said that, at its best, preservation engages the past in a conversation with the present over a mutual concern for the future.”

Geney/Gassiot, Inc. and Siegel & Strain Architects joined forces in preserving an architectural masterpiece in the Tahoe-Truckee area in 2008. On Saturday, October 16, 2010 Geney/Gassiot, Inc. will be awarded by the California Preservation Foundation for excellence in preservation in the Large Rehabilitation category for their work on the Tahoe Fish Hatchery.

The ninety year old historic building was transformed into the current Tahoe Fish Hatchery which now includes a research laboratory, a scuba room, and a boat house. The original building was used for regulation of the Lake Tahoe fish populations through various pond systems that flowed directly into the building. The original watering structure has since been diverted but remains an integral part of the building and configuration. Sustainable construction features include cotton insulation, FSC and SFI lumber materials, daylight and occupancy sensor lighting control systems, systems commissioning, and remote operable windows. The updated building is presently being used as a research facility.

This project was submitted by Burton Peek Edwards AIA, LEED AP at Siegel & Strain Architects to the California Preservation Foundation, which is a “statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to the preservation of California's diverse cultural and architectural heritage”. The California Preservation Foundation was organized in 1977 by a group of preservationists who found it necessary to save important, historical California landmarks and neighborhoods. Today there are over 1,500 members.

The California Preservation Foundation annually presents preservation design awards in nine categories: Preservation, Rehabilitation, Restoration, Reconstruction, Contextual In-Fill, Sustainability, Cultural Resource Studies/Reports, Craftsmanship/Preservation Technology, and Archaeology and Interpretive Exhibits. Geney/Gassiot, Inc. is going to be the recipient of a rehabilitation award, which recognizes projects that “make possible the continued historic use, or a compatible new use, through repair, alterations and additions, while preserving those portions or features which convey a site or structure’s historical, cultural or architectural values.”

This prestigious event takes place at the Getty Villa in Malibu, California. For more information about the Preservation Design Awards program, please visit www.californiapreservation.org.

Geney/Gassiot, Inc. did it again! This year’s festivities were even grander than last year and came loaded with quite a few extras.

The team did a phenomenal job at turning their construction office into a tropical getaway filled with tiki torches, Plumerias, and palm trees galore. As the guests funneled into the luau, they were greeted by grass skirts and coconuts then adorned with leis and funny glasses. Needless to say, the “business” folk present were able to loosen their ties and have some fun in the sun.

Unlike last year’s open house, this gathering was meant for the celebration of good food, friends, and family. Bob, from Kinders Barbeque, prepared a unique Hawaiian style dinner for over 125 party goers; Friends of the company and business partners from as far as North Carolina were in attendance; and family members came from near and far to show their support at this event. Even Mike and Kathy Geney’s day old granddaughter was able to make an appearance.

Returning guests, Andy Hill and Renee Safier, were a huge hit throughout the night as they sang songs from their unreleased album, “Many Miles To Go”, all the way back to their very first album released in 1991. This time, Andy and Renee provided a list of familiar songs to the audience and took requests all night long. Their unwavering spirit and vivacious musical talent provided the perfect atmosphere under the garland covered canopy.

Overall, drinks came with umbrellas, songs came from the heart, and guests left with smiles.  We look forward to seeing everyone again next year!

One year ago the team at Geney/Gassiot, Inc. celebrated the relocation of their construction office from mountainous Truckee, California to beautiful Reno, Nevada by hosting a phenomenal barbeque and concert. The hardworking team prepared for the over one hundred person event by making it an exclusive invitation only occasion that provided an intimate atmosphere between close friends and colleagues. 

The GGI one acre parcel was adorned with a giant white canopy, fantastic table settings made of rustic Nevada landscape, thank you posters for the donors that helped make the relocation successful, and a bounce house for the kids.  All employees were present and gracious as they proudly displayed their new home and amazing, futuristic technology. The east side of the property, where the main office lies, was less congested as patrons simply filed in and out for brief tours and to peer into the life of a Geney/Gassiot employee. However, the central and western portions of the property remained a constant flutter as friends and family gathered around the giant buffet line and toured Studio G. The studio, the second building on the parcel designated for project management, remained a big hit throughout the evening. Guests were more than blown away while they took virtual 3D tours through some of GGI’s current projects by watching the reproduction of construction via Autodesk® Navisworks® on a large flat screen television.

Even though the outstanding dinner supplied by Carson City BBQ and the homemade Sangria provided enough energy and conversation to last the evening, the real entertainment was provided by the very talented Andy & Renee, an award winning duo from the South Bay area of Los Angeles. The unforgettable pair of vocalists are close friends of the Geney family who have won countless awards including the 2007 LA Music Awards “Americana Group of the Year”, “Best Duo/Group” at the 2005 International Acoustic Music Awards, Kweevak.com "Top-40 CDs of the Year, runner-up for Best Folk Act at the 1999 Crossroads Music Awards, and a two year run in the Musician Magazine “Best Unsigned Band” Semifinals. The group uses their sweeping vocal harmonies, enthusiastic demeanors, and amazing instrumental skills to provide an extraordinary performance. Their upbeat personalities coupled with their acoustic abilities entice the bobbing of heads and clapping of hands as they play songs such as “somebody to leave” and “murder on the pier”. Last year the Geney family received loads of smiles and laughs as they sang along with Andy after they convinced him to play his comedic version of “Taking Care of Business” by Bachman-Turner Overdrive entitled, “Baking Powder Biscuits”.

Overall, guests were merely astounded due to all of the success and excitement. From the performance to the food to the camaraderie; the team at Geney/Gassiot, Inc. threw one unforgettable party. It goes without a doubt to say that this year’s gathering is bound to be the social event of the summer.

If you’d like more information about this event, please call 775.747.2200 or email info@geneygassiot.com

Gray’s Crossing was the place to be July 11^th and 12^th as golfers from all over the Tahoe region were paired with a former NFL football player for eighteen holes of golf.  This prestigious event commemorated the life of Gene Upshaw, former Oakland Raiders All-Pro Offensive Guard, who died suddenly in 2008 of Pancreatic Cancer. The event, started by Gene’s wife, Terri, is quickly becoming one of the most respected and gallant tournaments in the Tahoe area.

NFL players came to honor the life of the Pro Football Hall of Famer as they participated in three of Gene’s favorite things: family, football, and golf. Last year, Terri Upshaw and the Truckee community raised enough money in very little time to put on this impressive event. After such a remarkable turnout last year, it was clear that this year’s event would be welcomed with just as much love and support from the community and beyond.

The proceeds from this event support the Gene Upshaw Fund for Pancreatic Cancer Research and other important programs and services of Tahoe Forest Health System. However, this event is not possible without the help of the community and all of the very special donors. Geney/Gassiot, Inc. was a proud tee sponsor for this occasion and has been a longtime supporter of the Tahoe Forest Hospital District. Geney/Gassiot, Inc. has sponsored previous Tahoe Forest Hospital golf classics dating as far back as 1991.

For SPONSORSHIP opportunities email msimon@tfhd.com or call Martha Simon, Chief Development Officer at 530-582-6329 for more information.

This event is hosted by the golf club at Gray’s Crossing in Truckee, California 530.550.5800

The Truckee Donner Chamber mixer was a roaring success Thursday at the Phoenix Executive Building, which was recently awarded LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Silver Certification, located at 12277 Soaring Way, Truckee.

An evening of drinks and appetizers was hosted by North Tahoe Commercial and catered by 50/50 Brewing Company.

“Everyone who attended was really excited to tour the Phoenix Executive Building and appreciated the quality of the interior finishes as well as the amazing views afforded by every space in the building. It was a great opportunity for the community to meet Terry and Bev Rust, the owners, as well as to learn more about the LEED Silver certification that was recently awarded to the building,” said Annemarie Huisman of North Tahoe Commercial. “Thanks to everyone who came out to see the building!”

The Phoenix Executive Building, Truckee's premier professional office building, has been awarded its LEED silver certification, the first of its kind in the area. Constructed by Geney Gassiot, it is located across from Truckee Tahoe Airport at 12277 Soaring Way. Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Certification is based on a building's site/location planning, energy use, water management, materials used, indoor environmental quality and innovation in the design process.

Traci Bue
Staff Writer
8/5/2009

In accordance with the board of directors' desire to keep the work and dollars generated by the new Plumas District Hospital in the community, general contractors Geney/Gassiot, Inc. submitted a working draft of creative ideas towards a local stimulas plan this month.

The proposed ideas are an effort "to generate business and labor opportunities with local contractors, vendors and material suppliers...while remaining in compliance with Public Contract Code requirements and regulations."

The USFS Truckee Ranger District Building is currently being constructed by Geney/Gassiot and is expected to be completed in July of this year.  The building functions as an office for up to 60 employees, with open and private offices, conference rooms, a public reception area, and support spaces. The Forest Service went through an extensive process to create a 70 page document detailing overall and specific project requirements. One of those requirements was for the project to receive LEED silver certification. In order to design the building to meet the goals of the Forest Service,

Ward - Young Architects lead a design team of architects, and other specialist.

The Phoenix Executive Building in Truckee, CA the town's premier professional office building, has welcomed it's first tenant, Adam Fisher Construction.

Constructed by Geney / Gassiot, Inc. The Phoenix Executive Building is a LEED Certified building, the first of its kind in the area. The building can accommodate approximately 20,000 sf of rentable space.  

Traci Bue
Staff Writter

Optimistic of the status of the new hospital project, principals of the design and building firms gave a project update to the Plumas District Hospital board of directors Feb. 5

Mike Geney of Geney / Geney Gassiot, Inc., construction contractors, who with lead architect Rick DeSouza of HDR summarized an integrated two phase development plan.

The Report included a timeline, probable cost and a behind the scenes look at organizational and financial strategies of the project.

Geny described a two phase plan, designed to provide early, coordination information between design and construction teams, while overlapping with buildout schedules and buy out stategy.

Dennis J. Oliver
TRPA

Lake Tahoe, Stateline, NV - The Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) will recognize recipients of the 2008 Best in the Basin Awards at its Governing Board meeting on Wednesday, January 28, at the Chateau in Incline Village, NV.

This is the 19th year TRPA's Best in the Basin award program has recognized projects demonstrating exceptional planning, design, and compatibility with the Lake Tahoe envirornment. Local professionals in the fields of architecture, landscaping, planning, engineering, and resource management served as judges.

The 2008 Best in the Basin award winners are:

Best Restoration of a Historic Structure

Tahoe Fish Hatchery, 2394 North Lake Boulevard, Tahoe City, owner University of California, Davis. Work by architects Collaborative Design Studio, Reno; civil engineers Gary Davis Group, Tahoe City; Landscape architect, Design Workshop of Stateline, NV; General Contractor Geney/Gassiot, Truckee;  and historic architect Seigal & Strain, Emerville, CA.

Wetland Restoration work remains
By Julie Brown
Sierra Sun

The fish hatchery's $3 million restoration and remodel, funded by private donations, is just about complete.

Now researchers have a state-of-the-art, not to mention clean, Tahoe City Field Lab to filter samples taken off the UC Davis research boat, the John Le Conte, which is docked in Tahoe City. Before, many samples had to be shipped to the university campus in Davis to be processed.

The Truckee-based contractors, Geney/Gassiot, said they enjoyed working on the historical project. They found the cedar bark from a connection on the foothills, said Peter Beaupre. You definitley have to coordinate a lot with the architect and the original drawings," Beaupre said.