May 30, 2025
Welcome to the third issue of our newsletter.
Can’t believe it’s near the end of the month already! We have a lot of updates for you in this issue. If you have any feedback, please let us know. Enjoy!
Thanks for reading,
Ravenna Gemignani
Editor in Chief
Media Consultant
Project Spotlight
Lately, we’ve been working on a grand private dining room and wine room for La Modina in Brielle for Kontos Construction. This addition also features a large fireplace with custom-fitted drywall and two office spaces. La Modina is an Italian restaurant that offers a chic approach to rustic cuisine combined with a lively atmosphere. Once the final project is complete, you should definitely check it out.
Monmouth Park
On May 18th, we spent a day at the races at Monmouth Park Racetrack along with some of our friends at Campbell Supply Co. It was a beautiful, sunny day and we couldn’t have asked for better weather.
Spotlight on Your Favorite Employee at Louis & Sons
In this section, we hope to get you familiar with some of the great people we have working here
Norman started out with Louis & Sons as a batt insulation team member over 10 years ago. When we opened up Gemini Spray Foam Systems back in 2017, he was quick to adapt and learned the skills needed, taking classes on equipment and safety measures. He soon became a top performer and is now the manager of the spray foam team. Norman’s gentle manner combined with his vast knowledge and intelligence makes him the perfect leader of Gemini Spray Foam.
Norman is originally from Guatemala and has three kids: Bently, Adriana, and Chloe. His wife Sefora is a well-known photographer in town and he assists her at times with drone footage. He has also helped us with some of our promotional videos too. In our Plainfield warehouse and Beach Tavern restaurant videos, Norman flew his drone to get some stunning establishing shots. We are so glad Norman is the head of Gemini Spray Foam and you will be too!
News
Netflix Fort Monmouth Breaks Ground
May 14, 2025 | OCEANPORT, NJ
At around 11:00 AM on May 13th, a wrecking ball smashed former Army building No. 1207, commencing the start of construction for Netflix Studios in New Jersey. The final project will include 12 soundstages spanning over 500,000 feet with additional space for film offices and community amenities. The demolition stage is estimated to take around 13 months and the studio is projected to open in 2028.
At the Fort Monmouth Facilities Vendor Event on January 31, 2025, representatives from Netflix stated that they wanted to focus on local businesses for construction. To get involved with this project, contact netflix_ftm_info@netflix.com with all inquiries.
Source: www.about.netflix.com
East Brunswick Looks to Revamp Brunswick Square Mall
May 6, 2025 | EAST BRUNSWICK, NJ
Council members of East Brunswick voted unanimously to approve the renovation plan of 55-year-old Brunswick Square Mall on Route 18. The site is nearly 100 acres and holds a 769,000-square-foot building. Council members also stated that the project aims to meet the needs of modern consumers who are looking for more services and entertainment rather than just plain brick-and-mortar stores.
Source: www.jerseydigs.com
Cartoon
Joke
I was offered a construction job in Egypt this morning.
Turns out it was a pyramid scheme!
Quotes
“You can use an eraser on the drafting table, or a sledgehammer on the construction site.”
— Frank Lloyd Wright, American architect and designer
“In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity.”
— Albert Einstein, German-born theoretical physicist
Louis & Sons Drywall, Inc. 