Special Projects
Fernecrest – A Community of Messiah Lifeways
- Location
Mechanicsburg, PA - Completion Date
2026
Project Info
Garman Builders: Redefining Senior Living Construction
At Garman Builders, we are proud to deliver innovative solutions for clients in the Senior Living space—offering expertise that spans preconstruction, design-build, and construction management. Our unique blend of personalization and production efficiency allows us to serve our clients with unmatched excellence in three critical ways:
1. Robust Selections
In our best-in-class showroom, clients can explore more than 10,000 design options, ensuring every project reflects the individuality of its residents. This unparalleled selection creates a truly personalized experience at every step.
2. Buying Power
Leveraging the volume of work completed annually in our New Homes division, we secure bulk purchasing advantages that translate into cost savings. These efficiencies allow us to pass along real value to our clients without compromising quality.
3. Proven Efficiency
With over five decades of experience in the homebuilding industry, Garman Builders has earned a reputation for delivering projects on time and within budget—a commitment backed by a long-standing track record of success.
Project Spotlight: Fernecrest I Messiah Lifeways
Garman Builders is honored to partner with Benchmark Construction to bring Fernecrest to life—a new Messiah Lifeways community designed for adults 62+. Set on 85 picturesque acres along the iconic Yellow Breeches in New Cumberland, Fernecrest offers more than just a place to live, it’s a lifestyle. Residents will enjoy scenic walking trails, fishing and kayaking on the Yellow Breeches, and gathering with friends over craft drinks and modern American cuisine at the community’s on-campus restaurant and café.
In Phase 1, Garman will construct 75 single-family, duplex, and courtyard-style cottages, ranging from 1,200 to 2,500 square feet. Each home has been carefully curated and will be available in five distinctive floorplans, offering two-and three-bedroom layouts designed to meet the diverse needs of future residents.
Key Team Members
Client: Messiah Lifeways
Contractor: Benchmark Construction
Other: RGS Associates