Greenfire has completed the 5,000 SF tenant improvement for Emler Swim School at The Shoppes at The Corridor in Brookfield, WI. Delivered on a five-month schedule, the project establishes Emler’s first Wisconsin location within the final multi-tenant retail building by developer / owner Irgens’ 66-acre mixed-use development along Bluemound Road. Greenfire previously constructed the core and shell of the building and was selected to continue as construction manager for the build-out, creating a seamless transition from base building completion to tenant occupancy. The facility was designed by Polkinghorn Group Architects, with aquatic engineering by Aquatic Design Partners and engineering support from JFTE Engineers.
Greenfire managed both the core and shell and tenant improvement under a single project team. This continuity streamlined coordination of utilities, site access, and scheduling while minimizing handoffs between phases. An open-book approach supported early alignment of scope and budget, and competitive bidding secured experienced trade partners, including Neuman Pools, who executed the pool work alongside equipment vendors. Early involvement ensured specialized aquatic systems were fully integrated with the building’s mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and fire protection infrastructure.
The completed facility features a 1,100 SF plaster and tile concrete pool with a maximum depth of 3’-10”, entry stairs, safety railings, and an epoxy-coated deck. The program also includes an equipment room, observation area, wet storage, offices, and restrooms. Greenfire’s scope encompassed under-slab plumbing, underground electrical, concrete slabs for wet and dry areas, and full interior build-out including framing, drywall, ceilings, flooring, tile, wall panels, and casework. Pool construction included excavation, rebar installation, Gunite placement, drain installation, backfill, coping, plaster, and tile.
The project was completed on time and under budget, with a highly satisfied client. During the final punchlist walk, a member of Polkinghorn Group Architects noted it was “one of the most complete and best quality swim schools that I have walked in a long time.” With Emler Swim School now open, the development adds a new service-oriented amenity to Brookfield’s Bluemound Road corridor and demonstrates the value of continuity between base building and tenant improvement execution.
