Principle Design Engineering, PLLC

03/20/2026

Our friends Upstate Companies I, LLC worked fearlessly this week, and changed the skyline.

We came to build something that matters. Now you can see it. This will change how people see Norwich.

Ready?

01/14/2026

Be the change you want to see.

Local contractors. Local craftsmanship. A project rooted in our hometown and shaped by the people who live and work here every day. This is our city, and we’re proud to invest in it by building with neighbors who care just as much as we do.

Together we’re creating something that reflects the community we call home.

General Contractor: Upstate Companies (Mt Upton)
Plumbing: S&H Plumbing & HVAC (Cincinnatus)
HVAC: C&H Cooling & Heating (Bainbridge)
Sprinkler/Fire: ABM Fire Protection (Cooperstown)
Electric: J&A Electric (Barneveld)
Metal Framing/Drywall/Insulation: Striker Contracting (Cincinnatus)

Construction Financing: Sidney Federal Credit Union

01/07/2026

Some buildings are meant to begin again.
This historic Downtown Norwich building once marked a major moment for the community. Today, it’s being reimagined as a new hotel—full of energy, progress, and new purpose.

Construction is moving fast, and it’s exciting to watch a familiar landmark take on new life while staying rooted in its history.

This project isn’t just about design or construction—it’s about pride in place, long-term commitment, and building something that truly belongs to the community.

From past to present, the story is still being written.

11/14/2025

We’re re-imagining a piece of Norwich history.

Long before the idea of a hotel took shape and the construction fences went up, this very site at West Main/South Broad Street was home to a bustling car dealership — a place where Cadillacs were sold and serviced for nearly 100 years, and where Pontiacs, Oldsmobiles, and GMC trucks were part of everyday community life. It was a place where we spent countless hours as kids, wandering the dealership and following Dad around as he worked. (See the throwback video of the old dealership in downtown Norwich.)

Now, that same footprint is becoming something entirely new: The Principle Hotel — 61 charming boutique rooms, a rooftop lounge, and a vibrant new gathering space right in the heart of our city.

Why does that matter? Because this isn’t just a hotel. It’s a reconnection of Norwich-past with Norwich-future.

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10/24/2025

10/24/2025

Secretary of State Walter Mosley Breaks Ground on DRI Project

02/21/2025

We're always happy to support this great local fundraiser!

A huge thank you to Principle Design Engineering, PLLC for your continued support of our Norwich St. Baldrick's event—for the second year in a row! ⭐️

Your generosity helps us make a lasting impact in the fight against childhood cancer. We couldn’t do it without you! 💚🎗️

For info and to donate:
https://www.stbaldricks.org/events/mypage/50/2025

11/15/2024