Award-Winning Excellence: North Paulding High School Addition

Award-Winning Excellence: North Paulding High School Addition

Mar 13, 2026

The Associated General Contractors of Georgia, Inc. (AGC Georgia) recently awarded R.K. Redding Construction, Inc. (RKR) first-place honors for the new North Paulding High School Addition. This award recognized RKR’s exceptional project management skills, safety measures, and attention to detail.

The North Paulding High School project represents the third major addition to the high school, expanding the campus by 72,110 square feet and delivering 40 new instructional units, including classrooms, science laboratories, and a specialized ROTC suite with a shooting range and armory. The addition was designed to support continued enrollment growth while integrating seamlessly into an actively occupied campus that had already undergone multiple expansions in the past.

Other AGC Georgia Awards for RKR include the following projects: Rockmart High School Fine Arts Center (2025), Bremen High School Addition (2024), Eastvalley Elementary School (2024), Verida (2023), The Birches at Villa Rica – A Tanner Senior Living Community (2022), Cedartown High School Fine Arts Center (2021), Lassiter High School Gymnasium (2020), Marietta High School College & Career Academy (2020), Gordon Lee High School (2019), Redbud Elementary School Gymnasium (2019), Belwood Elementary School Renovation (2019), Glynn Academy High School (2018), Lutheranch Retreat Center (2018), Polk County College and Career Academy (2018), Banneker High School Addition (2017), Alexander High School Competition Gymnasium (2016), Roopville Road Baptist Church Worship Center (2015), West Georgia Technical College Allied Healthcare Building (2014), Trinka Davis Veterans Village (2013), GT Boggs NRE Lab Renovation and UWG Campus Bookstore (2012), Paulding County High School Addition/Renovation (2011), UWG Greek Village (2010), North Paulding School Cluster (2009) and Rockmart Middle School (2008).

The award will be presented to RKR this summer at the awards ceremony this June.

the New Verida Corporate Headquarters wins First Place

the New Verida Corporate Headquarters wins First Place

Mar 30, 2023

The Associated General Contractors of Georgia, Inc. (AGC Georgia) recently awarded R.K. Redding Construction, Inc. (RKR) first-place honors for the new Verida Corporate Headquarters. This award recognized RKR’s exceptional project management skills, safety measures, and attention to detail. The new Verida Corporate Headquarters, located in Villa Rica, GA, is a testament to our commitment to excellence in the construction industry.

RKR was awarded the contract for construction during the COVID-19 pandemic. Fortunately, through all the uncertainties and delays, RKR was able to partner with the owner and architect in constructing a beautiful 3-story and 82,000-square-foot facility that includes a 116-seat call center, a 24/7/365 dispatch center, and office suites. The award is a well-deserved recognition of the hard work and dedication that the RKR project team put into this project.

Other AGC Georgia Awards for RKR include the following projects: The Birches at Villa Rica – A Tanner Senior Living Community (2022), Cedartown High School Fine Arts Center (2021), Lassiter High School Gymnasium (2020), Marietta High School College & Career Academy (2020), Gordon Lee High School (2019), Redbud Elementary School Gymnasium (2019), Belwood Elementary School Renovation (2019), Glynn Academy High School (2018), Lutheranch Retreat Center (2018), Polk County College and Career Academy (2018), Banneker High School Addition (2017), Alexander High School Competition Gymnasium (2016), Roopville Road Baptist Church Worship Center (2015), West Georgia Technical College Allied Healthcare Building (2014), Trinka Davis Veterans Village (2013), GT Boggs NRE Lab Renovation and UWG Campus Bookstore (2012), Paulding County High School Addition/Renovation (2011), UWG Greek Village (2010), North Paulding School Cluster (2009) and Rockmart Middle School (2008).

The award will be presented to RKR this summer at the awards ceremony in Florida this June.

Innovative Building Materials for New Commercial Construction

Innovative Building Materials for New Commercial Construction

May 11, 2022

Construction is an industry that’s continuously changing and shifting after existing for thousands of years. From the way we build to the materials we use, innovations can always be added to make things better and stronger.

These are some of the most innovative and exciting materials for new commercial construction: consider adding them to some of your future projects.

Mass Timber

Mass timber is the newest category of wood product that aims to revolutionize how we view building materials. From its awesome strength and stability to its low-carbon rating compared to concrete and steel, it allows the structure of a commercial building to be sturdier and able to take on more than you’d expect. Although the price for mass timber is still high since it’s so new to the game, it’s expected to go down in price as it becomes more common: which is awesome for everyone.

pre-engineered steel buildings

Steel is one of the darlings of commercial construction: so pre-engineered steel buildings allow a seamless project to be built faster and closer to the original specs than ever before. Pre-engineered steel buildings are an awesome solution for companies and customers alike and offer something that you wouldn’t be able to find otherwise. With easy transport, easy setup, fewer costs, and better results, this is a must for any project that could use it.

Insulated roof panels

Insulation is vital for so many parts of a building. In the roof, it helps regulate the temperature of the building, stopping heat or cold from blowing up the electricity bills. This is especially important in a commercial building since insulated roof panels can have a hand in changing the entire company’s budget to put money back into the hands of both the clients and the owners of the company.

Precast Concrete

If you want to save money on a project your company is working on while also cutting down on the time you have to spend on-site, it’s time to look into precast concrete. No waiting for it to set, no trying to align the stars for perfect concrete on every pour; precast concrete ensures you know what to expect every single time. This is an awesome tool for any construction team and project.

Salvage Materials

In today’s customer climate, many companies are moving towards green and eco-friendly building practices. Because of this, salvaged or reclaimed materials are becoming incredibly popular. These recycled materials allow you to use materials like wood or metal that were taken from a building that was deconstructed instead of demolished and put to use after they’ve been tested for strength or reformed into new materials that allow their raw ingredient to continue to be used in buildings. Although this isn’t a necessity in any building, it’s an awesome perk.

Aerial Drones

Drones may surprise many who have been in the game for their whole life, but they bring a lot to the job site that can help anyone. Aerial drones can take photos to collect and measure spaces and can take fantastic status pictures to show clients how their projects are going so far. These are generally inexpensive, easy to find, and can do so much for a project that is impossible with just owning a camera phone.

Architectural Grilles

Suppose you want a building to have better heating and cooling that evenly covers rooms and large spaces: it’s time to look into architectural grilles. These awesome tools can make any space have a better airflow, can ensure a building looks clean and streamlined, and allows the passage of heated or cooled air into interior spaces in a seamless way. These create rooms that have a custom look while always staying at the exact temperature you’re aiming for.

insulated metal panels

Insulation is one of the most important parts of any project. Beyond insulated roof panels, insulated metal panels are another fantastic item to include in any commercial building material project. These panels work well for both roofs and walls and are recognized for fantastic thermal properties, their ability to work with countless designs, quick installation time, and gorgeous looks that allow any project to look perfectly designed. The mix of usefulness with attractiveness is awesome for any company to offer their customers.

self-healing materials

Self-healing materials like bio-concrete have been a piece of science fiction for over eighty years, yet within the last ten years, it’s been finally getting put into practice in the real world. Concrete can crack from settling, ground disturbances, and other issues: by having self-healing concrete and other materials like it, your property will continue to sit strong, allowing any commercial construction to last far longer and be less prone to risk.

Every project can bring something new to the table

Whether you’ve worked in construction for your whole life, or you’re considering adding things to your new business, consider some of these awesome materials. Trying changes like these can keep your business cutting edge.

Brian Jeffries is the content director for the Innovative Building Materials blog and a content writer for the building materials industry. He is focused on helping fellow homeowners, contractors, and architects discover materials and methods of construction that save money, improve energy efficiency, and increase property value. 

AGC Georgia awards RKR top honors

AGC Georgia awards RKR top honors

Apr 11, 2022

R. K. Redding Construction (RKR) is pleased to announce that our firm as been recognized with a top award from AGC Georgia. The award will be presented this summer at the awards ceremony in Destin, FL this June.

The following project will earn First Place Recognition from AGC Georgia:

The Birches at Villa Rica – A Tanner Senior Living Community 

This project was award-worthy in many ways. It was special in the way that it deeply benefited the local senior community. With already being so dedicated to helping our community in any way possible, RKR was honored to be awarded this project by one of our long-time clients, Tanner Health System. This year-long project, beginning in July of 2020 shortly after the start of the Covid-19 pandemic, presented its fair share of challenges. However, RKR managed to keep this project a success. For more information and photos on this project, please click here.

Other AGC Georgia Awards for RKR include the following projects: Cedartown High School Fine Arts Center (2021), Lassiter High School Gymnasium (2020), Marietta High School College & Career Academy (2020), Gordon Lee High School (2019), Redbud Elementary School Gymnasium (2019), Belwood Elementary School Renovation (2019), Glynn Academy High School (2018), Lutheranch Retreat Center (2018), Polk County College and Career Academy (2018), Banneker High School Addition (2017), Alexander High School Competition Gymnasium (2016), Roopville Road Baptist Church Worship Center (2015), West Georgia Technical College Allied Healthcare Building (2014), Trinka Davis Veterans Village (2013), GT Boggs NRE Lab Renovation and UWG Campus Bookstore (2012), Paulding County High School Addition/Renovation (2011), UWG Greek Village (2010), North Paulding School Cluster (2009) and Rockmart Middle School (2008).

R. K. Redding Construction and Mill Town Music Hall Announce the Passing of Founder and CEO Randall Redding

R. K. Redding Construction and Mill Town Music Hall Announce the Passing of Founder and CEO Randall Redding

Mar 9, 2021

Redding was an active member of the community, construction industry, music industry and his church.

Bremen, GA and Atlanta, GA (March 9, 2021) – It is with profound sadness that we announce that founder and CEO of R.K. Redding Construction and Mill Town Music Hall, Randall Redding, passed away on March 8, 2021. Randall was a man of deep faith who made a difference with everyone he met. He sought to love others as Christ had loved him and he exuded that love in every action. Randall was a man of vision and commitment that lived out the philosophy that life is about relationships. With Randall, you always started out as his friend and the relationship grew from there. The impact he has had on the lives of all who have come in contact with him is immeasurable, as is his loss.

Professionally, Redding founded R.K. Redding Construction (RKR) in 1991 to make a difference in his hometown of Bremen, GA. Through the years, the business has prospered under Redding’s guiding philosophy of putting customer service above all else. Today, RKR is an established general contractor and construction management firm throughout Georgia and the southeast. Redding has led RKR’s growth to over 50 full time employees. Under Randall’s leadership, the company philosophy was built on honesty, quality and integrity with the ultimate goal of gaining customer trust and satisfaction. This goal is evidenced by Inc. Magazine, Atlanta Business Chronicle and Georgia Trend naming the firm as one of the fastest growing companies, as well as the company being recognized as one of the best places to work in Atlanta by the AJC and Georgia Trend.

In 2012, he again wanted to support his hometown of Bremen. So, he turned an abandoned grocery store into a tourism destination by opening Mill Town Music Hall. Randall wouldn’t allow alcohol to be sold at the venue so that that it could be home to quality wholesome entertainment and opened each event in prayer. Acts to perform at Mill Town have included Toby Keith, Loretta Lynn, The Temptations, Amy Grant, Kenny Loggins and the Oak Ridge Boys, just to name a few. However, it goes far beyond that, as the venue has played a significant part of a revitalization effort in the community.

Redding has been honored for his industry and community contributions. His most recent recognitions have included but were not limited to:

  • The AGC Georgia SIR Award – Redding received the prestigious Associated General Contractors of Georgia (AGC Georgia) Skill, Integrity & Responsibility (SIR) Award in 2020. AGC Georgia, the leading association for the construction industry, bestows this honor annually to recognize individuals for a lifetime of exemplary service and substantial contributions to the construction industry, the AGC organization and their community. Randall Redding served as AGC Georgia president from 2014-2015, while R.K. Redding Construction has won numerous AGC Awards each year for its commitment to construction excellence.
  • Bremen Circle of Honor – Redding was honored in fall of 2020. The award is granted to a person of unquestionable character and must have served the BHS Football Program in some capacity for a minimum of five years. Redding is an alumnus of Bremen High School and the football field is now named Redding Field in honor of his many contributions.
  • West GA Women magazine, “The Man’s Issue” 2020 – The annual recognition of the top West Georgia male business leaders. Randall spoke about his life, faith, and love for construction.
  • Carroll County Chamber of Commerce Business of the Year Award – Randall and his wife, Tena, were awarded this incredible recognition for their efforts in the community with Mill Town Music Hall in March of 2020.

Redding gave generously of his time and talents in the West Georgia and Metro Atlanta communities. Following is just a partial list of the organizations he supported:

  • Mount Paran Church in Atlanta, Board of Trustees
  • Young Life
  • The Blake House
  • Pregnancy Resource Center
  • Tanner Medical Foundation Board
  • West Georgia Habitat for Humanity
  • American Heart Association
  • Fellowship of Christian Athletes
  • Atlanta Youth Project
  • Bremen & Paulding Education Foundations
  • Carroll County Women’s Shelter
  • Auburn University Athletic Association

Randall Redding is survived by his loving wife Tena; his son, Keith (President of R.K. Redding Construction) and his daughter-in-law Brooke and his daughter Ivey. Randall was also blessed with four grandchildren Cindi Claire, Tripp, Livi, and Lila; and is survived by his sister Rebecca Hammick.

Visitation will be held at Mill Town Music Hall on Wednesday, March 10 at 6:00pm-9:00pm. Services will also be held at Mill Town Music Hall on Thursday, March 11 at 3:00pm, located on 1031 Alabama Ave. in Bremen, Ga. with Reverend David Cooper of Mount Paran Church officiating. Performers T. Graham Brown, John Berry, Corey Pearson, Marty Raybon and Stan Whitmire will lead the congregation in worship through music. *The family has requested that masks be worn and social distance observed during visitation and the funeral.

In lieu of flowers, please make donations to Young Life West Georgia, Pregnancy Resource Center and/or the Blake House.

  • Young Life West Georgia: PO Box 2781 Carrollton, GA 30112
  • Pregnancy Resource Center: 514 Tanner Street Carrollton, GA 30117
  • The Blake House: 60 Waco School Rd. Bremen, GA 30110
  • Cards can be sent for the family to P.O. Box 426 Bremen, GA 30110