Groundbreaking Retail/Hospitality

Jewett Construction to Build Porsche Dealership in 
East Hartford

Groundbreaking for Hoffman Auto Group's Porsche dealership in East Hartford, Conn.

East Hartford, CT – Jewett Construction announced its latest project in partnership with Hoffman Auto Group to construct its Porsche dealership in East Hartford. The 31,000sf, state-of-the-art facility will be one of just four locations in the U.S. featuring Porsche’s brand-new Generation 5 design once complete.

Jewett Construction hosted a groundbreaking ceremony in collaboration with Hoffman Porsche on May 22. The event, attended by The Honorable Michael P. Walsh, Mayor of East Hartford, celebrated the commencement of the design-build project.

Rendering of Hoffman Auto Group’s Porsche dealership

The dealership will be LEED certified, demonstrating the Hoffman Auto Group’s commitment to environmental responsibility. The exterior will showcase a blend of aluminum, composite metal, and glass curtain wall, designed to create an awe-inspiring visual spectacle. Inside, a grand showroom will be adorned with high-end finishes, illuminated by a skylight that bathes the space in natural light.

Representatives say The Hoffman Auto Group recognizes the need to create a facility that prioritizes exceptional car ownership experiences, and that this significant project represents the Hoffman Group’s most substantial investment in its 102-year history, exemplifying their dedication to customer satisfaction.

“We could not be any more thrilled to partner with Hoffman Auto Group on their new Porsche facility,” said Dan Ray, vice president of preconstruction & design at Jewett Construction. “Jewett Construction takes great pride in showcasing our design-build and construction management capabilities. With our extensive experience in constructing major automobile brand dealerships, we are honored to be selected for this prestigious Porsche project.”