JK2 Scenic is proud to announce that a project we worked on, The Brownwood Hotel & Spa in The Villages, was featured on the cover of ABC Central Florida Chapter’s Building Central Florida magazine. We were honored to work alongside our peers in the industry to make this project possible.

We are so excited to be attending the Excellence in Construction award ceremony next month for our hard work on this project. You can view the feature below or in the Sept/Oct edition of Building Central Florida on page 20-21 here.

Newly opened property takes inspiration from the Florida cowboy era

THE VILLAGES, Fla. (August 18, 2020) – When guests walk into the newly opened Brownwood Hotel & Spa in The Villages, they might not even believe they’re in Florida anymore.

The hotel transports guests on arrival with rich woodwork, pops of luxe color and pattern and rustic touches, all inspired by the Florida cowboy era. JK2 Scenic, a specialty contractor with deep experience at Florida’s theme parks, added the “wow” detailed features throughout the hotel that helped bring this unique vision to life.

“What makes this project so special are the details,” said Julie Holmes, president and principal of JK2 Scenic. “That’s what we specialize in at JK2 Scenic. From decorative paneling with herringbone features to soaring chandelier crowns, we love adding all the intricate details that make a project stand out. We are proud that visitors of all ages will get to experience this property, while making memories with their friends and family.”

JK2 Scenic’s “wow” work started where guests themselves start—at the lobby entrance. The company built out the space with expansive wood paneling, trim and gorgeous ceiling details, as well as added the custom millwork check-in desks and cabinets.

In the lobby bar, JK2 Scenic fabricated the luxe walnut bar with cowhide inserts, the intricate bar back with cabinet doors featuring the Brownwood Hotel’s metal insignia, and the wooden accents, including the ceiling, trim and paneling.

JK2 Scenic was also responsible for the wood detailing in all common area hallways, meeting spaces, the gym, spa, treatment rooms and more. This includes all the detailed columns throughout the hotel that are trimmed and inset with a variety of materials; imposing, 20-foot Eastern White Pine doors to the ballroom; striking blue and white test kitchen cabinetry; and gorgeous decorative ceiling details throughout.

DPR Construction served as the general contractor for the project, which opened in March. The Brownwood Hotel & Spa project builds on JK2 Scenic’s expertise. The company has completed extensive work at large resorts in the Orlando tourism district, including the common area spaces of the Margaritaville Resort Orlando and the Loews Royal Pacific Resort.

JK2 Scenic focuses on building dreams. To learn more about JK2 Scenic, visit jk2scenic.com. To learn more about the Brownwood Hotel & Spa, visit www.brownwoodhotelandspa.com.

JK2 Construction & Scenic work together on new Universal Orlando resort lobby space

Orlando, Fla. (Sept. 7, 2016) — As guests walk up to the Loews Sapphire Falls Resort at Universal Orlando, they are transported to an island paradise complete with waterfalls and lush landscaping.

JK2 Construction & Scenic helped contribute to that feel in the hotel’s lobby.

Both divisions of the Apopka-based company worked together to build out a 3,200-square-foot space in the lobby of Universal Orlando’s new Caribbean-themed resort on Adventure Way.

As part of the work, the Construction Division built out the shell, providing framing and drywall finishes, electrical and air conditioning, storefront glass, fire sprinklers and alarms and finish paint.

JK2 Scenic, the company’s other division, provided the finishing touches, adding wood siding, beams, display walls, themed floor fixtures, specialty doors and custom shutters that fit with the island vibe.

The space will serve to provide guests added comforts and convenience during their stay.

The first guests checked into the 1,000-room hotel in July.

For more information on JK2, visit jk2.com.