Schimenti Construction adds Havaianas to client roster

Schimenti Construction Company partnered with Brazilian-based Havaianas, a manufacturer and retailer of flip-flops and other footwear, to open a new 780 s/f store at the Garden State Plaza. Among the 22 stores and restaurants that form the Paramus mall's new $160 million Fashion District expansion, Havaianas was one of just twelve to be ready for the addition's grand opening on March 20. Construction began in late January and was completed by mid-March. David Garofalow was project manager for the new construction. "This was a large and busy construction area with numerous subcontractors going in and out," said Garofalow. "We worked hard to complete the project quickly and professionally. Originally forecast as an eight-week project, we had the space ready for merchandising in six weeks."