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Restoration & Renovation and Cannabis Facilities
A Massachusetts cultivation facility uses LED lighting to meet the state’s energy goals. / Photo courtesy of the Resource Innovation Institute / Full story page 14
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Publisher’s Message
Anastasia Barnes February is our annual Restoration and Renovation focus, which I always find so intriguing. I love seeing the transformation from a neglected building into a more modernized (and sometimes repurposed) facility, one that restores the beauty of the exterior and updates the interior. A prime example of this kind of project is the Horn Library at Babson College (on page 33). Designed by Finegold Alexander,
Babson College – a study space leads to the adjacent courtyard.
the college added an area called The Commons which includes a gathering space, a four-season garden, a café, and an area for collaborative working. I’m delighted to share our very first Cannabis Facilities focused section in this issue, which includes an authored piece from Morgan Fox of the National Cannabis Industry Association (NCIA), whose mission is to ”help member businesses have the information and resources they need to succeed in such a complex space.” High-Profile will be exhibiting at the Northeast Cannabis Business Conference on Feb. 19 and 20 at the Hynes Convention Center in Boston. We hope to see you there! HP’s staff writer, Emily Langner, reports on the Resource Innovation Institute’s (RII) Cannabis PowerScore, and how the RII, policy makers, and companies like Anderson Porter Design are meeting Massachusetts’ energy goals and setting the standards for a responsible cannabis industry. Read the full story on page 14.
The printing of HP’s annual focus on Institutions and Schools in March will coincide with the Society for College and University Planning’s (SCUP) annual North Atlantic Regional Conference. The conference will take place on March 8-10 in New Haven, Conn. Our March issue will be available at the conference. Learn more at www.scup.org.
The Maine chapter of the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI) will be holding its 2020 High-Performance Building Conference on March 26 in Portland, Maine. The best in the building industry will gather to share expertise on air barriers, the building envelope, new materials, technologies, strategies and more. The event will feature four keynote speakers discussing building challenges and solutions, sessions on drone mapping and new code specifications, as well as a trade show of more than 40 exhibitors. Visit www.mainecsi.org to learn more.
March is women’s history month, and High-Profile will be putting together a special supplement on women in construction. There will be a variety of events to attend throughout the month. We encourage you to check out our calendar of events or follow us on social media to see what the latest happenings are. We hope you will participate in HP’s next issue! Sincerely,
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Up-Front Dimeo Awarded NEIEP Project
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Warwick, RI – Dimeo Construction Company was recently awarded the 95,000sf National Elevator Industry Educational Program (NEIEP) project in Warwick. The complete gut renovation project is designed by Edward Rowse Architects and is expected to last 12 months. The new first-class training facility
will be comprised of educational space, a tool shop, office space, and a rental space for the local Elevator Union branch. It will include all new MEP’s, new electrical service, a new entrance to the building, metal panels on the exterior of the building, and a new roof assembly with an EPDM insulated roofing system.
Scharfe Elected NECA Boston President West Newton, MA – The Boston Chapter of the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) confirmed its 2019 directors and officers at its Annual Chapter Meeting on Jan. 8. Alan Scharfe of John A. Penney Company was elected to serve a two-year term as the chapter president.
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Interstate Launches Apprentice Program Billerica, MA – Interstate Electrical Services Corp. recently debuted the first apprenticeship program in Massachusetts specifically designed for manufacturing assemblers in the electrical field. Interstate’s new Team Assembler Electrical Apprentice Program expands opportunities for potential employees to learn in-demand skills while receiving hands-on training, benefits, and income. Participants who complete the program earn an Assembler Certificate, which is officially registered with the state of Massachusetts. The oneyear apprentice program requires 2,000 on-the-job hours and 150 classroom hours. “Interstate is proud to be building the bones of the Team Assembler Electrical Apprentice Program, empowering not only our employees and the services we provide, but also the Commonwealth of Massachusetts,” says Luiza Mills, vice president of human resources at Interstate. “This initiative enables us to combat the talent gap for general labor in the trades and manufacturing while providing a new path to a promising career for people from diverse backgrounds.”
Electrical Services Over the past decade, Interstate has initiated a robust manufacturing and prefabrication operation, completing many of the pre-assembly of parts and components and non-install related tasks (that electricians would traditionally perform in the field) off-site for increased efficiency. The work is performed at Interstate’s purpose-built 100,000sf, UL-approved operations center. The lean construction manufacturing methods adopted by Interstate result in higher productivity and efficiency, UL-quality control, and safer, more dependable work conditions for employees. Once an apprentice completes the program and becomes a registered assembler, opportunities for career advancement range from completing the four-year electrical apprenticeship program to becoming a production area supervisor.
Creative Adaptation, Innovative Development mixed-use development, including retail, schools, housing and other amenities. Such developments can capture the value of underutilized properties for new services through the reuse of existing building stock and vacant or remediated land to meet the needs of the changing economy. by Eric Goldman and Richard Boggs In recent news, Governor Ned Lamont has stated a goal of doubling the population of Connecticut cities in the next 25 years. This goal, as economic development chief, David Lehman, so eloquently asserts, is “…ambitious, to say the least.” Setting aside the need for an increased supply of housing to accommodate this additional population, it raises the questions of how to increase the employment demand to warrant such population growth in our cities and what impact this has on the types of future developments we can expect to see. The solutions can be seen in recently completed and ongoing cons truction projects that focus on creative adaptation. People desire revitalized neighborhoods with strong community nodes of
New Haven’s current total population of roughly 130,000 is 18% below its 1950 population of 160,000, resulting in underutilized building stock. Adaptive reuse can reverse this impact, help preserve the character of architecturally significant buildings and the integrity of downtowns, and be a magnet for increasing population growth. New Haven’s current total population of roughly 130,000 is 18% below its 1950 population of 160,000, resulting in underutilized building stock. Adaptive reuse can reverse this impact, help preserve the character of architecturally
significant buildings and the integrity of downtowns, and be a magnet for increasing population growth. The way we live, work, and play must be reflected in our built environment. Cities throughout Fairfield County are increasing density to energize their existing downtowns and spur the growth that is so critical to the state’s economic success. Creative adaptation means more than just reuse of existing buildings. It also creates a language and connection between new developments and the surrounding urban fabric. Drawing upon community-based design and new urbanism principles, it provides a dialogue between developers, designers, end-users, and the municipalities these projects will complement and potentially become the face of. An excellent example is the SoNo Collections in Norwalk, Conn. While in 2017, Time Magazine predicted that 25% of the nation’s malls would close by 2022, this project’s recent opening defies that gloomy forecast with a creative development approach. These topics, and much more, will be discussed by a panel of experts knowledgeable in these economic trends and who have invested their companies’ dollars in our local communities. Join us in Norwalk on March 26 and see
You can learn more about the Construction Institute’s Fairfield County Owner’s Forum “Creative Adaptation: From Retail to Education” and register for this event at www.construction.org. how to position your company and your community to be part of this exciting future growth and participate in the type of development coming to our region. You can learn more about the Construction Institute’s Fairfield County Owner’s Forum “Creative Adaptation: From Retail to Education” and register for this event at www.construction.org. Eric Goldman, LEED GA is a director with Ankura’s Global Construction Practice. Richard Boggs, PE, SECB, LEED AP, is a senior project manager at Fuss & O’Neill. Goldman and Boggs are active members of the Construction Institute’s Fairfield County Council.
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School Renovation Breaks Ground
February 2020
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Professionals’ Academy Launched Burrell Elementary School groundbreaking
Foxborough, MA – CTA Construction recently joined local officials, the Massachusetts School Building Authority (MSBA), school administrators, students and other members of the Foxborough community to mark the official groundbreaking of the Burrell Elementary School renovation and expansion. The MSBA awarded the town of Foxborough a $14.7 million grant for the renovation of the school. The balance of the total project budget, which is $25.9 million, will be covered by the city of
Foxborough. The project is scheduled to be completed in multiple phases by August 2021 and will add a 6,000sf gymnasium and new pre-kindergarten wing to the existing building. The existing building will be fully renovated with significant upgrades including new windows, roofing and HVAC systems. New music and art spaces will be created where the school’s old gym and auditorium are located, as well as a new computer lab and media center.
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The Pinnacle at Central Wharf Unveiled Boston – The Chiofaro Company filed a Project Notification Form (PNF) recently with the Boston Planning and Development Agency (BPDA) for the redevelopment of the Harbor Garage, unveiling long-anticipated design proposals for the creation of an iconic waterfront landmark. The project features significant new open space in the heart of the city’s urban core, paired with a distinctive tower design unlike any in Boston. The Pinnacle at Central Wharf will etch a signature for a new generation on the Downtown skyline. With its paved cowpaths and coastal roads and bridges that follow the flow of the water, Boston has never been about straight lines. The Pinnacle at Central Wharf will follow suit with an architecturally distinctive tower designed by executive architect Kohn Pederson Fox Associates, and innovative grounds conceived by landscape architect Copley Wolff Design Group of Boston. The development team also includes civil engineer, Nitsch Engineering; sustainability/MEP, Cosentini Associates; and structural engineer, McNamara Salvia. The dynamic project illustrates the principle of ‘addition by subtraction,’ as it proposes to replace the existing block-long, seven-story parking garage
significant improvements to the adjacent Harborwalk, with a single 600-foot tower element totaling approximately 865,000sf and consisting of approximately 285,000sf residential component, comprised of approximately 200 units; approximately 538,000sf, state-of-the-art office Rendering of the Boston Harbor skyline showing The Pinnacle at Central Wharf component, customizable for use by the full range of Boston’s diverse tenant base; and approximately 42,000sf of publicly accessible amenity space, including retail, restaurant and other uses to activate the streetscape, the surrounding open space and the entire neighborhood. The project aims to celebrate and amplify the neighborhood’s existing cultural, educational and recreational assets and will serve as a catalyst for the broader transformation of the Downtown Waterfront into a global model, all the while underscoring the city’s leadership in sustainability and resiliency. “The Pinnacle at Central Wharf is a project driven by a desire to elevate Boston to the shortlist of truly extraordinary global The project features significant new open space in the heart of the city’s urban core. waterfronts,” said Don Chiofaro, founder and president of The Chiofaro Company. with an innovative mixed-use campus, development review process, which will “In order to accomplish this goal, we need bringing new energy and access analyze the details of the project’s design, to deliver a project that promotes access to Boston’s waterfront. The filing engineering, environmental impacts, and and activity along our harbor, honors represents the culmination of over 10 public benefits. its special location with exceptional years of planning and input from a wide The Pinnacle at Central Wharf design,Wishes and recognizes confrontsNew the range of stakeholders, as well as the combines over 28,000sf of new open space Greetings & Best InandYour challenges of climate change.” commencement of the city’s Article 80 (representing 50% of the site) and includes
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Lynn Apt. Complex Breaks Ground
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Lynn, MA – Callahan Construction Managers has broken ground at Breakwater in Lynn. The Dolben Company, in a joint venture with Minco Corporation, is developing the future luxury waterfront apartment complex, with HDS Architecture serving as the architect. The groundbreaking ceremony took place on Dec. 11, with Governor Charlie Baker, Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy, Senator Brendan Crighton, and Lynn Mayor Thomas McGee all in attendance. The Breakwater apartment complex, which overlooks Lynn Harbor, will completely transform a section of real estate previously vacated for more than 35 years. Construction for the multifamily development is happening on the site of former Beacon-Bel Chevrolet and is
scheduled for completion in March 2022. The development will have 331 apartments in two buildings over structured parking. Many high-end amenities will be featured including two courtyards, a fitness center, game room, pet wash, and outdoor fire pit. There will also be a harbor walk and linear park along the waterfront, which is being constructed for public use. The Breakwater project received two major grants from the State of Massachusetts. The first is a $1 million infrastructure grant from the Seaport Economic Council for improvements to the seawall, to ensure the harbor is a viable place to live for years to come. The second grant is from MassWorks to help with traffic on the Lynnway, a busy highway that connects Lynn to Boston.
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Foghorn Therapeutics HQ Breaks Ground Cambridge, MA – Foghorn Therapeutics, located in Winchester, has selected Wise Construction to build its new Kendall Square headquarters. On Jan. 10, the entire project team, including Alexandria Real Estate Equities, CBRE, Wise Construction, Tria, R.W. Sullivan, and Code Red Consultants, gathered to celebrate the occasion with a groundbreaking ceremony. Foghorn, a Flagship Pioneering company, was founded in 2016 by Cigall Kadoch, Ph.D., Gerald Crabtree, M.D., and Doug Cole, M.D. The firm is advancing a new class of medicines targeting diseases with genetically determined dependencies in the chromatin regulatory system. Located at 500 Technology Square, the new headquarters will span more than 60,000sf over three floors, with further expansion planned over time. The project is being completed in two phases on a fast-track schedule. The updated space will include biology labs and chemistry labs, as well as open-space offices, huddle rooms, conference rooms, and an employee café. To help with the challenges of a fasttrack schedule, Wise was brought in early for preconstruction and developed a 3D model of the space using its in-house BIM modeling team. The model reveals
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SLAM Launches New Brand Platform The S/L/A/M Collaborative (SLAM) announced a new brand platform that unveils a new identity. The infinity symbol represents SLAM’s history as a force in the marketplace with an infinite drive to solve complex design problems for a diverse and knowledgeable client base within the education, healthcare, and corporate market sectors. Use of the acronym, SLAM, will become more prominent, building on the solid recognition by the architectural industry and clients, as a firm with a unique and immersive process of discovery and delivery of meaningful places with measurable project outcomes. The branding process provided differentiating key messages that define what “We Are SLAM” means: • Purpose: Creativity in design to enrich lives • Key business drivers: Discovery-driven planning, expertise to unlock complex projects, design inspired excellence, and enhanced delivery with architect-led design/build • One firm: SLAM’s shared values: We succeed when our clients succeed, we are one team, we are curious and open-minded, we are driven, we know trust is earned, and we are dedicated to elevating our communities.
“In launching our new brand, we’re actually affirming a foundation that we’ve been shaping since our beginnings,” said Mary Jo Olenick, AIA, SLAM principal and chief marketing officer. “Now we can say ‘We are SLAM’ with a fresh logo, dynamic website, and blog that best captures our team of passionate experts who are creating buildings that make our clients smarter, more successful and help them make the world a better place.” The S/L/A/M Collaborative is a leading design firm offering architectural, structural engineering and construction services with offices in Connecticut, California, Georgia, Massachusetts and New York.
Our firm’s website, www.slamcoll.com, has a new look, including a comprehensive Portfolio section and the Design Thinkers blog. The portfolio encompasses SLAM projects through various phases – from the backstory to insight – setting the stage for the client’s complex problem, the solution devised by our design and/or construction team, and closing with the firm’s impact and creativity in design to enrich the lives of the end-users. The Design Thinkers blog is a portal where team members are encouraged to express their ideas and inspirations on a host of topics, including design, innovation, construction, sustainability, and firm culture within five categories: Design Inspired, Discovery Driven, Build Better, Culture Based, and a Press Hub providing firm-wide news and announcements. “What set us apart in our first 40 years, and will continue to differentiate us over the next generations, is our rich and demonstrated history of listening to our clients first, then providing them with measurable and sustainable solutions,” said Mark Rhoades, AIA, SLAM managing principal/design. Our SLAM social media environments have also been updated to the new brand identity and may be visited on Facebook @TheSLAMCollaborativeArchitecture,
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Setting the Standards for an Energy-Efficient Cannabis Industry by Emily Langner In 2008, The Global Warming Solutions Act (GWSA) was signed into law, setting economy-wide greenhouse gas emission reduction goals for Massachusetts. Also in 2008, the Green Communities Act (GCA) was passed, which “promotes a dramatic expansion in energy efficiency and supports the development of renewable energy resources,” in an effort to meet those goals. The goal of reducing emission levels by 2050, set forth in the GWSA, is one of the guiding forces behind the Cannabis Control Commission’s (CCC) recent regulations, requiring owners of cannabis facilities to report their energy usage in order to renew their license to operate. On July 1, Massachusetts will begin requiring cannabis cultivators in the Commonwealth to report their energy, water and waste data to the state in order to renew their licenses after one year. The state is working with the Resource Innovation Institute (RII) and has specified the use of RII’s Cannabis PowerScore as a way to track and report that data. The Resource Innovation Institute works to “establish industry standards, facilitate best practices and advocate for effective policies and incentives that
Installing LED lighting is one way cannabis facility owners are meeting Massachusetts energy goals, while stacking plant canopies improves the efficiency of cultivation real estate assets. / Photo courtesy of the Resource Innovation Institute
accelerate resource efficiency.” Derek Smith, RII executive director, says, “Our goal is to help make compliance reporting easy for both cannabis cultivators as well as governments and utilities so that we can have one standardized aggregate set of data that everyone can rely on to make good decisions about policy, incentive programs, and cultivation best practices.” For four years, the nonprofit organization has been collecting energy
use data and developing those best practices for the industry. The state of Massachusetts’ Department of Energy Resources is funding a recent upgrade to the Cannabis PowerScore, and establishing it as the tool to help the industry stay on track with its energy goals. Brian Anderson, founding partner at Anderson Porter Design, says that, as a high-energy consuming industry (with 6070% of the cost to build a cannabis facility
being mechanical and electrical), it’s important to continue to find ways to be more energy efficient. This includes things like installing LED lighting, seeking out non-coal fired sources of energy such as wind and solar energy, and working with the utility companies to tailor an incentive package to the specific goals, capabilities, and limitations of each facility. Anderson says, when working with clients in this space, he really puts the
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efficient mechanical and electrical systems, setting up water reclamation systems, and working with the energy companies to receive all possible rebates for saving energy. He says it is crucial for cannabis owners to engage with an architect and engineer early in the process, and to be educated on the energy requirements specific to the state they’re operating in. Smith and Anderson both emphasize that it is a team effort when it comes to establishing energy saving measures and setting up best practices for the industry.
Events like the National Cannabis industry Association’s upcoming Northeast Cannabis Business Conference and the RII’s Indoor Agriculture Energy Solutions Conference are bringing together policy experts, government representatives, and firms like Anderson Porter, to move the industry forward and, Anderson says, “make sure that the industry can grow successfully.” As a founder and chair of the NCIA’s Facilities Design Committee, Anderson’s mission is to help guide businesses to make good sound business decisions
when it comes to energy and water use. Together, the NCIA and RII are working to support local governments, utilities, and designers who want to know how to serve their customers better and on an ongoing basis. By helping cannabis owners design with efficiency in mind, they can meet their state’s energy goals and lead by example for those that come after them, benefiting the environment and the communities where they operate. Emily Langner is the staff writer and associate editor for High-Profile Monthly.
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The Prototype of a Cannabis Facility Emerging Design Trends in Marijuana Dispensaries
by Ryan Noone The design, layout, and overall consumer experience across various retail stores has almost become predictable thanks to big box retail store giants commonly distributing groceries, convenience items, clothing, and alcohol. Upon entry to a traditional retail store, a consumer is immediately surrounded by products which they can typically view, touch, feel, smell, and even wear. So, how does one translate a similar user experience when the merchandise happens to be medical or adult-use (recreational) marijuana? With new Registered Marijuana Dispensaries (RMDs) opening locally, regionally, and nationally, the careful and tactful design practices of these facilities have become an emerging specialty with design and construction firms. Blending Security with User Comfort
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often both physical and digital, is necessary at any RMD, design sensibility of the overall space and layout can help balance security and user comfort. All too often, the design of the entry becomes utilitarian at best; however, it is the first impression we as designers can leave on a consumer. Instead of a security desk hiding behind a sliding sheet of glass, reminiscent of a bank teller or ticket booth, proper design allows the entry experience to be personable, approachable, and less intimidating. A low security desk, designed as an elegant piece of furniture rather than a fortified enclosure, properly respects the required physical boundary between security staff and the consumer. At the same time, it sets the tone for the retail experience to follow. Making a Visual Impact
The visual display of products is perhaps the single most important design decision to be made at a dispensary. Much like one would shop for jewelry or other secure goods, the consumer relies on look but not touch or feel – or even smell – in order to make decisions about which products to inquire about or purchase. The focus is, of course, meant to be on the product. However, as designers we subliminally have an opportunity to portray the quality
Cannabis facility / Rendering courtesy of EMBARC on behalf of Native Sun Wellness, Inc.
of the products based on the design of the display cases. Product displays which are designed with clean lines, simple materials, and lack of clutter put the focus on the goods and therefore provide the consumer with the most holistic view of the products available for purchase. Product displays which lack proper scale, materiality, or elegance can often convey clutter and distraction and will not as effectively showcase merchandise. Eliminating Ambiguity Through Design
Nothing promotes user comfort and experience more than a properly laid out floorplan and cohesive design. For example, design often has to try to predict consumer thought patterns such as “where do I pay” or “is this the line.” Simply stated, the more user-friendly a space becomes, the more likely a consumer is to return to that location as a repeat customer. Very often, a simply arranged open floorplan
with proper signage and clear display of product is the most successful prototype for dispensary design. Rooms adjacent to the sales floor should not create confusion, rather they should be designed to promote a range of user experience. For example, a lounge located off the main retail sales area creates a comfortable place for a less educated consumer to read material or pamphlets about certain products but does not distract from those ultimately trying to make a purchase. With consumers now more than ever able to choose from a variety of different dispensaries, the user experience often becomes the deciding factor as to whether or not a consumer will be a repeat customer. The proper design can create a revenue-generating environment and experience for consumers. Ryan Noone is an architect and principal with EMBARC.
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Legal Marijuana: Where There’s Smoke, There’s Sound
by Andrew Carballeira Massachusetts, like many other U.S. states, is on the fast-track toward a legal framework for medicinal and recreational cannabis. With an annual sales forecast of about $1 billion in Massachusetts alone, commercial-scale production of cannabis presents numerous opportunities through the supply chain from the grower to the distributor. With these opportunities come challenges that need to be considered in the design of cultivation facilities. This article will discuss the potential for community noise impacts from such facilities. Cultivation facilities require careful
regulation of temperature and humidity to maintain a suitable environment for cannabis plants. Because of these requirements, one of the main sources of noise at an indoor cultivation facility is heating, ventilating, and air-conditioning (HVAC) equipment. In a typical commercial building, this equipment can be operated at reduced capacity during nighttime hours, which saves energy and reduces noise emissions. However, to provide appropriate conditions in cultivation facilities, HVAC equipment needs to be operating nearly continuously (24 hours per day). Providing this intense power demand is complex and expensive, and such considerations can be a deal-breaker for a cultivation facility. Typical practice is to deliver the electricity at high voltage (230 to 500 kV) to a transformer substation on the site of the facility, where the power is “stepped-down” to a more readily-usable voltage (110 or 220 V). The step-down transformers can generate a significant
Cultivation facilities require careful regulation of temperature and humidity to maintain a suitable environment for cannabis plants. Because of these requirements, one of the main sources of noise at an indoor cultivation facility is heating, ventilating, and airconditioning (HVAC) equipment. amount of noise, as anyone who has ever walked by an electrical substation can attest. The main issue with transformer noise is not necessarily the loudness, but rather the constant frequency hum. We use 60 Hz power in the U.S., which produces strong harmonic tones at 120 Hz, 240 Hz and 360 Hz. Tonal sounds tend to be more disturbing to people than sounds with many frequency components. If a hum (single tone) and a hiss (many frequencies) have exactly the same sound level, people will say the hum is louder and much more annoying.
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In addition to HVAC and power equipment, a third source of community noise is associated with transport of materials to and from the facility. Large quantities of CO2 gas are often used to boost production yields, and this gas is often delivered by tanker truck. Due to high demand, these deliveries could happen during off-hours when people in the community are sleeping. Backup alarms and loud engines have the potential to disturb and annoy those living nearby. So what is a grower to do about these potential noise impacts? The first thing that should be considered is location! Siting a cultivation facility near an abundant source of power (hopefully far from where people live) is the ideal place to start. Once a suitable site is selected, existing sound levels should be measured to establish a baseline. A review of noise regulations should also be completed to ensure the facility does not exceed limits enacted by cities, towns, and states. With baseline monitoring and code review complete, design goals for facilitygenerated sound at nearby sensitive receptors can be established. With a thoughtful approach and effective noise control treatments, there is no reason why a cannabis cultivation facility can’t be as good a noise neighbor as any other industrial facility. Andrew Carballeira, INCE Bd Cert., is a principal consultant in the Acoustics group at Acentech.
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K+K Renovating Bostica Cannabis Facility Acella Completes TBI in Wareham
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Lynn, MA – Keenan + Kenny (K+K), a Falmouth architectural firm specializing in cannabis design throughout Massachusetts, is currently renovating an original General Electric plant in Lynn as a new cannabis cultivation facility for Bostica, LLC. A 120-foot tall smokestack will be utilized by CSI Engineering to vent the mechanical systems. The current cultivation area is just under 100,000sf – only a portion of the building – allowing ample new cultivation facilities and dispensaries. The original General Electric plant stands next to the first professional baseball field in the U.S. to have night lights, courtesy of G.E., still used today.
Repurposing existing buildings at a lower cost for cannabis enterprises brings back a tax base to areas of municipalities that may have seen an abundance of vacant properties. K+K works with selected MEP firms familiar with the processes and requirements of cultivation and manufacturing in a rapidly developing field. The capabilities of new lighting systems, rack systems that allow multiple levels of cultivation, fertigation systems that automate feeding and watering, and processing equipment that is constantly improving, create an exciting field for owners, architects and engineers to keep up with the latest innovations.
Wareham, MA – Acella Construction Corporation announced that construction has been completed on the new T. Bear Inc. cannabis extraction and manufacturing facility in Wareham. T. Bear Inc. (TBI) is a cannabis manufacturing company presently awaiting receipt of its final license from the Massachusetts Cannabis Control Commission. Construction on the 8,000sf facility, located on the Cranberry Highway in Wareham, began in March of last year and was completed in late October. The site includes a modular cryoethanol extraction lab, warehouse, manufacturing facility, and two offices for TBI’s product development team. An on-site staff includes two chemists, two biologists, and administrative staff. A full staff of up to 20 employees is anticipated in the future. The project consisted of a renovation to an existing building. Work included installing new fire protection and fire alarm systems, new main electrical service to the building, and new electrical circuits throughout the space, as well as a new HVAC system and a new gas-fired generator. Acella’s cannabis construction team met the challenge of creating a facility that combines numerous manufacturing elements, a laboratory, offices and an
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LAN-TEL Provides Security and IT Systems for Cannabis Facility Norwood, MA – Security and IT requirements for cannabis cultivation, medical and retail facilities are complex and critically important. Recent projects for Revolutionary Growers and Revolutionary Clinics by LAN-TEL Communications, headquartered in Norwood, are illustrative of the comprehensive planning, design, and installation of low-voltage systems that ensure cannabis facilities meet stringent security and data requirements.
A layered security design solution for both the cannabis cultivation and medical/retail facilities features a concentric circle of protection approach. The NECA contractor, teaming up with Elton and Hampton Architects of Boston and general contractor Valiant Construction of Beverly, is nearing completion of the elaborate design/build security and tel/data system requirements for Revolutionary Growers’ 135,000sf cultivation facility in Fitchburg, and has recently completed security and IT installations at Revolutionary Clinics’ retail/medical marijuana facility at 2019 Mass Ave. in Cambridge.
Revolutionary Growers facility in Fitchburg
The expansive Fitchburg cultivation facility, spread across multiple floors in multiple buildings, has required a multiphased project for security and tel/data systems. A layered security design solution for both the cannabis cultivation and medical/retail facilities features a concentric circle of protection approach. In the Revolutionary Clinics’ 5,000sf Mass Ave. medical facility in Cambridge, the highest security areas, including the vault, are safeguarded with access control, motion detection, intrusion detection, and security cameras.
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motion control security are employed at the exterior of the facility. LAN-TEL has engineered and built all security systems on a single, integrated platform, which interfaces with a stateof-the-art security station to monitor all security systems. A private security firm maintains the system, and two alarm companies are utilized for redundancy in external central station alarm monitoring. The Cambridge and Fitchburg police departments have access to exterior facility security. IT solutions for both the cultivation and medical/retail facilities, including internet, a robust “seed to sale” IT network, and low-voltage structured cabling for LED lighting were also provided.
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National Cannabis Industry Association:
Creating Opportunities for Facilities Design in Legal Cannabis Markets
by Morgan Fox In the last several years, few industries have witnessed the type of growth and maturation as the legal cannabis industry. Changes in state laws and public perception have allowed the regulated industry to evolve at an unprecedented rate, and new innovations and opportunities are being created every day that are attracting entrepreneurs more than nearly any other field. Since 2010, the National Cannabis Industry Association has been representing the interests of businesses that provide reliable, regulated cannabis products to consumers or that provide services to those businesses. We work tirelessly to create a favorable social, economic, and legal environment for this industry, and to make sure our thousands of member businesses have the information and resourc-
es they need to succeed in this complex space. As the nation’s largest and most broadly representative cannabis industry trade association, we are dedicated to ensuring that cannabis markets remain open and competitive, promoting the voices of businesses of all kinds and sizes. As an advocacy organization, our primary goal is to end federal cannabis prohibition. Our members get the benefit of knowing that they are contributing to our efforts to deschedule cannabis, allow interstate and international commerce, tax the industry fairly, and ensure that both plant-touching and ancillary businesses have access to financial services. NCIA is also the premier trade show host in the cannabis space. With several large trade expos and conferences held throughout the country annually, as well as dozens of localized events, we create spaces for education and networking that are second to none. We also regularly produce reports and resources for our members, as well as regulators and policymakers, covering a range of topics that are important to cannabis business and policy.
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As an advocacy organization, our primary goal is to end federal cannabis prohibition... NCIA is also the premier trade show host in the cannabis space. This year promises even more progress for the cannabis industry, including ancillary businesses. Dozens of states will be considering cannabis-related legislation, and it is likely that several new
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Life Science Four Keys to Designing a Thriving Life Science Incubator ment, janitorial services, and facilities management. In a nutshell, incubators allow start-ups to streamline operations so they can focus on the science. Take a Neighborhood Approach
by Jeremy Baldwin and Matt Merli It is no secret that lab space in Greater Boston, Cambridge and arguably the mid-suburbs is limited. As a result, life sciences entrepreneurs looking to find space in the region are being shut out. At the same time, there is a critical need for these young, innovative companies to have a presence in one of the most successful life science clusters in the world. With life science incubators, they can. Incubators provide a turnkey lab environment that can range from a single lab bench to a large lab that accommodates 100 people. Aside from access to millions of dollars of high-end lab equipment, incubators offer shared amenities such as reception, kitchen, breakrooms, conference rooms, collaboration spaces, IT staff, security, hazardous waste manage-
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According to the National Venture Capital Association, approximately one in five biotech firms achieve liquidity after five years. At the same time, there are billions of dollars of venture capital flowing into biotech annually. This results in an incredible movement of companies in and out of incubator spaces. Either
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an incubator tenant company comes in for a few years, fails and then leaves the building, or the incubator tenant succeeds and requires a larger space. This need for flexibility is paramount when planning and designing an incubator space. Minimize Infrastructure Costs
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Winter Maintenance Like it or not, winter is upon us here in New England. This is one of the most important seasons for property owners to ensure their facilities are receiving the proper maintenance and ongoing service. The Interstate team answered a few common maintenance questions to help property owners feel prepared for the cold weather. What are some essential electrical maintenance tasks that all commercial property owners should perform regularly?
There are several critical tasks that we recommend all commercial property owners complete on a regular basis and are part of our quarterly service visits.
The top two priorities are the fire alarm systems and emergency lighting systems, since these are invaluable in the case of an emergency. The top two priorities are the fire alarm systems and emergency lighting systems,
since these are invaluable in the case of an emergency. On a quarterly basis, we also recommend testing the generator and Automatic Transfer Switch (also called an ATS) to ensure it is functioning as expected. Finally, the transformer and distribution connections should be checked regularly. Once per year, the main breakers from a distribution panel should be exercised. What electrical systems and components are the most important to keep running smoothly with regular maintenance?
The main distribution panel is generally the most important single component. This panel receives the electrical line from outside and feeds all the other panels in the building or on the property. Part of Interstate’s regular maintenance includes using thermal imaging on all breakers to help identify if there is a loose connection or other issue within a panel that isn’t identifiable by the naked eye. We also check the torque settings routinely to make sure they maintain a consistent tightness, never too loose or too tight. Other components to check and
maintain include the lighting controls, the fire alarm control panels, and any major networking components. What are the most important things for property owners to keep in mind about their electrical systems between electrical maintenance visits?
One thing that often gets overlooked in between maintenance visits is keeping the electrical room and surrounding area clean and secure. Though they are usually located in basements or other behind-
One thing that often gets overlooked in between maintenance visits is keeping the electrical room and surrounding area clean and secure. the-scenes areas, it is important to keep electrical rooms free of debris and clean as if it was any other part of the building. The electrical room is not a storage area.
Finally, we urge our clients to keep extensive records of work that has been done previously. This is very helpful to keep track of what’s been done (and when) to either anticipate future issues or prevent duplicate work. It is critical that all components can be easily accessed at any time in case of an emergency or an unexpected maintenance issue arises. Additionally, property owners should ensure that unauthorized personnel are prevented from entering electrical rooms. Finally, we urge our clients to keep extensive records of work that has been done previously. This is very helpful to keep track of what’s been done (and when) to either anticipate future issues or prevent duplicate work. Submitted by Interstate Electrical Services Corp.
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The Industrial Trust building is one of the properties on the the Providence Preservation Society’s most endangered properties list
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Focus: Restoration and Renovation Most Endangered Properties List Released Providence, RI – The Providence Preservation Society (PPS) announced the 2020 Most Endangered Properties (MEP) List recently at the organization’s annual meeting. The list is comprised of architecturally and historically significant properties in Providence threatened by neglect, deterioration, or demolition. The list includes:
The Industrial Trust Building (aka Superman Building), 111 Westminster St., Downtown (1928) Axelrod Music Neon Sign, 251 Weybosset St., Downtown (c. 1950s) Citizens Bank and Adjacent Parcels, 870 Westminster St., West End (1921) Broad Street Synagogue (aka Temple Beth El), 688 Broad St., Elmwood (1910) Crook Point Bascule Bridge, spanning Seekonk River (c. 1908) RI State Board of Public Roads, 30 Arline St., Smith Hill (1931) Commercial Building, 1107 Westminster St., West End (c. 1890s) I-195 Redevelopment District Parcels 42 and P4, between Dyer Street and Providence River, Downtown Water Supply Board Building, 552 Academy Ave., Mount Pleasant (c. 1908)
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Providence Public School Buildings, as represented by Hope High School Auditorium, 324 Hope St., East Side (1938) “Each year, the PPS Most Endangered program shares the story of our city
through its most treasured gems while encouraging creative approaches to bringing them back to life. As we continue to build our reputation as a world-class city, these historical sites are not only reflective of where we have been but of all
the places we have yet to go,” said Mayor Jorge O. Elorza. Many buildings featured on past Most Endangered Properties lists have been saved or are in the process of being restored.
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Renovation Designs Infused with History Creates Authentic Charm Thomson Place Retail Activation Project
by Nathan Turner You may have heard the buzz surrounding Thomson Place, a collection of brickand-beam properties that serves as a bridge between Boston’s historic Fort Point neighborhood and the glittering new construction of the Seaport District. A retail activation and streetscape project, not many know the history of the neighborhood (think industrial warehouses that stored merchandise freshly unloaded from the docks for some of Boston’s premier purveyors) and what it took to renovate these buildings with respect for the past, and the future in mind. With available space at a premium in Boston, especially in Boston’s Fort Point neighborhood, Invesco Real Estate and Crosspoint Associates, Inc., and the team at Margulies Perruzzi (MP) came to the table with plans for the restoration and repositioning of three historic buildings at 25, 44 and 50 Thomson Place. With
(Left and right) Thomson Place – Trader Joe’s building then and now
the conclusion of multiple tenant leases in the buildings, the development team saw the opportunity to convert ground-floor office space to street-level retail, restore the buildings’ architectural luster, and create an active streetscape that reflects the dynamic character of the Fort Point neighborhood. Steeped in history, MP’s design preserved the historic warehouse aesthetic while lowering the floors and window openings to provide accessibility and create sight lines and visual connection from the street. The giant openings once used for unloading goods became glass façades with lighting and signage to draw people into retail and restaurant establishments. To energize and enliven the streetscape, sidewalks were widened
in areas to encourage pedestrian traffic, and a new 8,000sf plaza with open green space was created as a public amenity for dining and performance art. MP and the development team took great care in respecting the historic context of the neighborhood while activating a new retail area that attracted some big name tenants such as Trillium, Trader Joe’s, One Kings Lane and Bar Taco. “Thomson Place presented a unique opportunity to embrace the authentic character of Fort Point and create a new ‘pocket’ neighborhood on the cusp of the Seaport District,” said John Kiernan, director, asset management for Invesco Real Estate. “MP’s design stayed true to the architectural spirit of the original
structures and helped us modernize three historically significant buildings with the 21st century infrastructure sought by office and retail tenants.” This former industrial district is now filled with housing, art studios and galleries, offices, upscale restaurants, and trendy bars and cafes. Thomson Place is a great example of renovation designs that created new ground-floor retail space and a new pedestrian plaza to establish a vibrant retail and dining destination. View a video profile of this historic retail renovation at https://www.youtube.com/ watch?v=p4zb5uUmIhE&feature=youtube Nathan Turner, AIA LEED AP is senior project manager and associate partner at Margulies Perruzzi.
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Boston Preservation Alliance Plans Study Boston – The city of Boston is undertaking a comprehensive planning study of the downtown area to develop a strategy to balance preservation, enhancement, and growth. The Boston Preservation Alliance has been part of the discussion and is encouraging attendance at meetings to advocate for this preservation. The Seventh Annual Boston Design Week will take place from March 25 to April 5. The 12-day design festival features over 80 events citywide, with nationally known guest speakers, forums, workshops, tours and more. All events are open to the public and most are free of charge. Call 1-617-363-0405 for more info. At the annual meeting on March 25, guest speaker Mark Pasnik of OverUnder will discuss “Monstrosities or
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Masterpieces: Perspectives on Brutalism.” The meeting will be held at the Old South Meeting House.
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Providence, RI – Dimeo Construction Company recently completed the Bliss Hall project at the University of Rhode Island. Designed by Ballinger, the project entailed a complete demolition of the existing interior of the 57,583sf building
and erecting of a four-story addition to the Historic Bliss Buildings on the north side of Bliss Hall. The first three floors consist of a mix of classroom and lab space along with all new MEPs.
Colantonio Chosen for Cambridge Job Cambridge, MA – General contractor Colantonio Inc. was recently awarded the Roosevelt Towers low-rise modernization project by the Cambridge Housing Authority. The project is a renovation of four three-story buildings with 112 units of affordable housing. Renovations include upgrades to the kitchens, bathrooms and MEP systems and new windows and exterior doors. Colantonio will also repair the exterior envelope, landscaping, walkways and parking areas. All work is being performed while the buildings remain occupied. The project, designed by Dietz & Company Architects of Springfield, will pursue Enterprise Green Communities Criteria certification.
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From governmental climate action plans to increasingly ambitious energy codes and rating systems, projects are driven to meet energy reduction targets from many directions, and the “green building” sector continues to grow. High performance new construction has become the epitome of sustainable design, while existing buildings are frequently seen as energy hogs: a liability rather than an asset. This paradigm of sustainability in design has focused on reducing operational energy; the problem with this approach is that it neglects to account for either the carbon emitted to produce new materials and construct a building, also called embodied carbon, or the impacts associated with demolition and disposal at a building’s end of life. These embodied and end-of-life impacts were for many years dismissed as negligent over a building’s full lifespan; however, it has become increasingly apparent that these impacts are not insignificant, contributing at least 11% of global carbon emissions. The importance of embodied carbon is also rapidly increasing. As buildings become more efficient and the grid becomes greener, the use phase constitutes an ever-smaller percentage of life cycle carbon emissions, and the embodied impacts become relatively more significant. At the same time, we are projected to build an astounding 2.5 trillion square feet of new construction globally by the year 2060. The city of Boston alone approved 17 million square
feet of new construction in the year 2017, the materials and construction of which result in the potential emission of about 850 million kilograms of carbon dioxide equivalent, which is on par with operating 100,000 average single-family homes for a year. All of this construction is happening within the context of the global imperative to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2050 at the very latest to avert catastrophic and irreversible impacts of climate change. While there is an array of strategies available to reduce carbon emission in the built environment, a powerful answer is hiding in plain sight: Reuse more of what we already have. This can range in scale from reusing salvaged materials to the reuse of whole buildings. Comprehensive renovation results in the emission of 7085% less carbon dioxide compared to equivalent new construction. Consider this alongside the already widely acknowledged need to improve energy efficiency of existing buildings to drive down operational emissions, and building reuse becomes an obvious path towards dramatically and quickly reducing carbon emissions. When embodied and end-of-life carbon are accounted for, it is clear that we are not going to build our way to net zero with new construction, and the environmental benefits of existing building retrofits become obvious. The paradigm of sustainable design needs to be reimagined to account for the true carbon footprint of construction, and we must look more closely at our existing building stock to leverage the sunk carbon in buildings that already exist. Restoration is climate action. Lori Ferriss, AIA, PE, LEED is an associate at Goody Clancy and an active member of the Boston Preservation Alliance.
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Boxford, MA – Gienapp Architects was awarded a design contract by the town of Boxford for a building envelope repair and HVAC design project at Boxford Town Hall. Gienapp has worked with the town of Boxford before, notably on the Aaron Wood building and the Lincoln Hall project. First built in 2004, Boxford Town Hall has had ongoing issues with water infiltration and building leaks. After a thorough investigation and analysis, it was determined that fully removing and reinstalling brick would be prohibitively expensive for the town. Instead, Gienapp designed targeted repairs to the brick that are cost-effective and coincide with other repairs to minimize disruption in the active public facility.
Boxford Town Hall
The Town Hall also has had significant heating and air conditioning problems. The air is excessively dry and half of the building is too hot while the other half is too cold. Gienapp has evaluated a number of systems provided by HVAC engineering consultants and designed minimally invasive replacements to fix the problems.
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Concord, MA – TFMoran Structural Engineers continue to work closely with Maugel Architects and construction manager Dellbrook JKS on the Nashawtuc Country Club in Concord as the project approaches its planned completion in June. The 45,000sf renovation project consists of a substantial redesign and expansion of the existing clubhouse. The finishes were removed to expose existing structural elements. Extensive structural modifications were completed to accommodate the new design. The existing building was originally constructed in the 1960’s and was comprised of a steel-framed main level and a wood trussed roof system. Subsequent projects in the 1970s, 80s, 90s and early 2000s included additions comprised of a variety of building
materials including conventional wood framing, steel, and concrete. Renovations to these framing systems include the relocation of columns, miscellaneous repairs, and upgrades to the lateral force-resisting system to resist wind and seismic forces. The project also includes 15,000sf of additions to the structure. The most notable addition houses the new ballroom, exterior deck space, and a large three-season porch. Both spaces include vaulted ceilings. The ballroom features architecturally exposed steel roof trusses that were designed with conventional steel shapes for efficiency, constructability and architectural aesthetics. The trusses support energy-efficient continued to page 41
Marlborough, MA – Universal Window and Door provided nearly 500 custom historical replica windows for the recently completed Phase One of Thorndike Exchange, the mixed-use complex developed by the Lupoli Companies. Phase One is comprised of 65 market-rate apartments and 28,000sf of commercial space, featuring a restaurant and coffee shop, with the remainder of the space targeting medical, legal and technology companies. The mill building, formerly home to Comfort Furniture and Bedding mill, was originally constructed in 1882 as the Hood’s Sarsaparilla Laboratory, the largest medical manufacturing building in the world at the time. The renovated space was designed by architectural firm CUBE 3 Studio and built by The Lupoli Companies. Located just minutes from major interstates and adjacent to the Gallagher Transit Terminal, Thorndike Exchange was recently recognized as the Silver Winner at the 2019 PRISM Awards for Best Historical Renovation by the Builders and Remodelers of Greater Boston. Marlborough-based Universal Window supplied 470 historic replica windows from its 550 Series for the renova-
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Revitalizing Historic Buildings: Merging Old and New 19,000sf contemporary workplace that promotes collaboration, productivity, and inspiration within the framework of the richly textured 19th-century brick industrial landmark. Every Building Has a Story
by Josye Utick Dormant manufacturing sites, derelict buildings, and warehouse complexes are not a foregone conclusion to a community but instead, are untapped springs for neighborhood revival. As members of the design and construction community, we have powerful tools to revive the continuum of history by transforming onceneglected historic structures back into impactful, aesthetically pleasing, vibrant contributions to the urban fabric. Rooting this ideal in context – my firm, JCJ Architecture, was recently tasked to transform the dilapidated, graffitied, five-story concrete and brick North Armory Wing – just under 72,000gsf – of the Colt Armory complex into a destination, mixed-use development. Sensing the potential of this site, our firm even relocated our headquarters to this factory complex, resulting in our
Founded in Hartford, Conn. by Samuel Colt in 1855, Colt’s Patent Fire-Arms Manufacturing Company (now Colt’s Manufacturing Company) and the Colt Armory factory complex from which it operated was the heart of the American Industrial Revolution. Despite a devastating fire in 1864, the manufacturing complex was rebuilt on the same site and remained in active use until 1994. The company was responsible for innovations in manufacturing design and mass production, producing printing machines, custom machinery and wicker furniture, in addition to firearms. While its history isn’t well known by neighboring residents, at its peak the factory complex housed acres of warehouse and manufacturing buildings. This included three original wings (south, east, north) of the main complex, constructed of five- to six-story concrete and brick buildings, and one-story Forge and Foundry buildings, which still remain. The West Wing and intermediary buildings have long since been demolished.
Gilbane Completes TD Garden Reno Boston – Gilbane Building Company recently provided construction management at-risk services for the 157,000sf renovation and expansion project at Boston’s TD Garden. This high-end fit-out of existing space, as well as 50,000sf of expansion space, encompassed work on nearly all nine levels of the facility. Designed by SCI Architects, the project scope included multiple hospitality upgrades to guest experience including seating, concessions and dining as well as the complete renovation of both training and locker rooms for the Celtics and the Bruins.
TD Garden in Boston / Photo by Anton Grassl Photography
TD Garden now offers an additional 15,000sf of concession space on the main concourses at levels four and seven, providing guests a space to gather and dine. On level five, full-season club seat clients now have access to the 1928
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When I was searching four years ago for an apartment within walking distance of JCJ’s then-downtown office (about a mile from the Colt Armory complex), I was attracted to the complex for its spacious units; 12 foot tall ceilings; 9 foot tall windows; luxury apartment amenities including a gym, yoga studio, and game rooms; and convenient walk to the office. At that time, however, the parking lot had not been paved, and neither the East Armory (the base upon which the iconic blue onion dome sits) nor the North Armory had even begun to be maintained, occupied, or refurbished. Since that time, the parking lot has been paved and the East Armory has been renovated with businesses moving in; a brewery in the South Armory and a sleepy coffee shop has been transformed into a buzzing lunchtime destination for local employees. The legendary onionshaped dome, an homage to Samuel and Elizabeth Colt’s international travels prominently featured in the company logo, has been restored to its famous blueand-gold-bestarred glory. The energy in the neighborhood is beginning to take off as well. Adjacent warehouse buildings that were historically part of the Colt Armory factory complex are filling up with other design firms and the local football field has been renovated into a 5,000-seat USL championship soccer pitch. Additionally, the National Parks Service plans to use the one-story Forge and Foundry buildings next to the North, South, and East Armories as its local visitor center and headquarters for the newly appointed National Historic Landmark, of which the Colt Armory factory complex is the epicenter. JCJ Architecture’s Mission
The Back Row Bar, an expanded hospitality area with large-screen televisions and seating for 50
Club, a 7,500sf bar and lounge with a full kitchen and dedicated chef. Additionally, behind the balcony seats on level eight, fans can visit the Back Row Bar, an expanded hospitality area with large-screen televisions and seating for 50. Along with the additions to the general seating throughout the arena, the project also included the construction of the Rafters, a top-level, members-only seating area that features studio suites accommodating up to 200 guests. Other improvements include significant MEP infrastructure upgrades to levels four through nine, press/media area renovations, and a main entry concourse on level two with new LED mesh lighting assembly and porcelain floor tiles. This entryway now acts as a “front door” for guests to enter the venue directly from Causeway Street.
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production, to commemorate the legacy of craftsmanship, and to celebrate the edge and patina the building had earned after years of inoccupancy. New corridors and entry alcoves are finished with rich materials reminiscent of the wood, gold, and pearl inlay decorative boxes historically presented to the dignitaries who came to learn from Colt’s innovation (and bulk order his goods). Exposed brick walls, mushroom-capped columns, and ceilings marred with years of peeling paint, graffiti, and leftover anchor pieces have been brushed clean and sealed. The concrete floors are patched and sealed as well. Corridor views will be crowned with graphics of the specialized equipment specifically patented by the Colt’s Patent Fire-Arms Manufacturing Company for production use. The renovation represents the final phase of a decades-long effort to renovate the Colt Armory factory complex. When the North Armory renovation project began in 2017, the original single plate glass and steel windows and crumbling concrete were called home by pigeons and an enterprising colony of wild cats. Now, the North Armory Wing is the final of the three connected wings of the original industrial site to be fully renovated. New Beginnings
With construction nearing completion, community excitement is palpable for a restored North Armory. A waitlist for eager residents is growing, with the leasing office organizing preliminary tours of the residential units and amenities. Potential commercial tenants are streaming through to witness the transformations completed on other wings of the manufacturing site and to gauge potential for the first-floor commercial space of the North Armory. Lastly, local neighborhood organizations are clamoring to add another development success story in Hartford to the list. Josye Utick, AIA, NCARB, CDT is project designer at JCJ Architecture.
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recent lab project, we strategically located ceiling panels to provide power, tel/data, gas and other needs. When it comes time to reconfigure the space, the layout can be easily changed with minimal disruption to services. Moveable laboratory furniture with built-in infrastructure was also used to facilitate reconfiguration. Initially, the incubator model may sound disruptive to tenants but businesses are quickly evolving. Individuals and corporations are more open to collaboration and sharing information than ever before. By minimizing startup costs and jumpstarting research and development, incubators are helping young life science companies flourish. When properly designed, facilities using
Repetitive lab benches with service panels, snorkel hoods and fume hoods
this new lab-share model will thrive. Jeremy Baldwin, AIA is a registered architect for Maugel Architects specializing in the life sciences market. Matthew Merli, PE is an associate principal and science and technology market leader for Fitzemeyer and Tocci.
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Finegold Alexander Completes College Library Design
Babson College renovations were recently completed. / Photos by Anton Grassl
Wellesley, MA – Finegold Alexander Architects announced the completion of the new commons and first floor renovations for Babson College’s Horn Library. The project is a 10,000sf addition and major renovation to the existing library’s first floor and is a prominent new campus hub. Team members included construction manager Lee Kennedy Co Inc; landscape architect Stimson Studio; structural engineer L.A. Fuess Partners; MEP engineer BLW Engineers Inc.; and civil engineer H.W. Moore Associates, Inc. “The project achieves the college’s institutional goal of creating a unified library environment that places the library at the heart of the college by providing a range of spaces for research, collaboration, learning, and socialization,” said Ellen Anselone, principal at Finegold Alexander. “The design creates a modern
vision for the campus library – one that goes beyond reference books and provides a place for students to study and collaborate, enhancing their educational experience.” The design called for the removal of a stepped terrace that led to a split-level library entrance to make room for the prominent double-height addition. This addition, the Commons, now provides a welcoming forecourt plaza and a new, accessible, at-grade entry. Inside, the Commons offers an informal student gathering space, a four-season garden, a café, collaborative work areas, and a new, prominent home and entrance for the renowned Stephen D. Cutler Center for Investments and Finance. The Cutler Center features a stock ticker and advanced technology to advance the student learning experience
A study space leads to the adjacent courtyard.
Granite stairs lead to the upper level.
for the finance curriculum. A granite stair connects the ground floor to the upper level which opens into the Horn Library. At this upper level, there is a classroom and two group study rooms with casual seating at a balcony overlooking the Commons atrium space. The green roof at the addition reflects Babson’s commitment to sustainability and enhances the views of the building from the Horn Library. The design for the Commons was
dovetailed with planning and design for a major renovation and reconfiguration for 22,000sf of the existing first floor of the library. This work creates additional study space for students with group study rooms and open seating, a new accessible entry from the adjacent courtyard, a new circulation desk with secure storage for course materials, and a new centralized office for library staff. The work also included the relocation and design for the president’s office with adjacent group study lounge and classroom, allowing greater access and visibility between the students and the president. The interiors are contemporary and reflect the Babson brand with warm, sophisticated furnishings, finishes and lighting. A skylight and generous use of glass at the addition provides natural light throughout.
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by Joe Zaino For many developers, adapting historically significant buildings for office, multifamily and retail uses has proven to be a way to reduce construction costs, build sustainably, and in some cases, receive government tax credits that make redevelopment projects economically viable. While preservationists from small town historic commissions to the National Park Service (NPS) are generally eager to see these structures restored, coming into compliance with historic requirements can present a myriad of challenges for developers. One of these challenges is replacing old windows in a cost-effective manner that doesn’t alter the historic character of the building. While many historic commissions have become more broad-minded in the approval process and now consider factors such as energy efficiency, developers should never take the window approval process for granted.
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As manufacturers of historically accurate aluminum replica windows, Universal Window and Door works closely with historic consultants and architects who specialize in commercial historic restoration projects. It is not uncommon, according to these experts, for developers to either lose vital tax credits or have building permits denied for failing to provide new windows that meet the strict guidelines of the historic commissions. Currently, federal and state historic tax credit programs provide 20% tax
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credits to property owners who renovate a historic building for a commercial or income producing use while maintaining its historic character, which can represent substantial cost savings and make or break a project’s financial feasibility. Not all developers of historic renovation projects will seek tax credits, usually citing the financial burden or logistical difficulties of complying with the stringent requirements, but that doesn’t mean that some projects aren’t also subject to approval by local historic commissions. Buildings located in designated historic districts still need approval – and window replacements are often a major point of contention. For tax credits, the windows must first be reviewed by the state historic preservation office (SHPO), then reviewed by the NPS. Developers must first demonstrate that the windows are in poor enough condition to warrant replacement. Agencies will then require that the replacement windows and exterior details are as closely matched to the originals as possible (using historic photos or original plans). Aluminum or vinyl products are often allowed in place of wood for cost and durability reasons. Other than wood, aluminum is the only product that can match the design elements of the historic wood or steel windows.
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Historic consultants emphasize the importance of having initial applications fully document how the new windows will match the original window’s site lines. The NPS and state will often require a mockup, but it is something that every developer should always do before purchasing replacement windows to ensure that the project will gain approval of the governing agencies. Windows, particularly for former industrial buildings with hundreds of large openings, constitute a significant part of a project’s budget. Many developers have chosen to forego this process, in order to meet an expedited timeline or out of concern
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that mockups will add to the lead times. On the contrary, issues can be ironed out up front, preventing design changes, which can cost both time and money. The installation team can plan around what is discovered, focusing on the opening in question and mobilizing for the project install. Because time is money for real estate developers, it is crucial to get the necessary approvals early on in a project. The approval process, combined with the time required to manufacture the windows, can be time consuming. Taking the time up front to gain approvals ensures that tax credits aren’t lost, and that projects can be completed on time and on budget. Joe Zaino is a sales manager for Universal Window and Door.
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Renovation of the
Historic Foster’s Daily Democrat by Katie Sweet Dover, NH – The Foster’s Daily Democrat building, a fixture of downtown Dover for over 100 years before its closing in 2006, has a new lease on life through the efforts of Hellenic Realty Partners. In its latest incarnation, Foster’s Place features modern apartments, as well as commercial and restaurant space that preserve the charm and history of the former newspaper headquarters. The Fosters Daily Democrat of Dover first opened its doors in 1872. These headquarters resided in the heart of downtown and provided hundreds of
of advice came with the suggestion of a complete teardown and thankfully, this didn’t happen. “The biggest challenge on this project was not tearing this building down. With old buildings, you have no idea what’s under anything or what something is eventually going to cost. This has been a long road, but all worth it,” said John Kostis. The key players that made these plans come full circle were TMS Architects of Portsmouth, MJS Engineering of Newmarket, and DeStefano Associates of Portsmouth. Subcontractors like Metro Walls of Manchester also had a significant role in the project’s success. “This transformation is nothing short of an architectural and engineering marvel. We could not have asked for anything more,” George Kostis said of the teams chosen for this project. In a world of new construction, walking through the Foster’s Place
Foster’s building when purchased in 2018
jobs for the Dover community. As times changed, Foster’s sold to Seacoast Media Group and this building closed, leaving residents wondering what was next. While Dover has seen its fair share of growth recently, this iconic landmark sat vacant for over 15 years. In 2018, the building was purchased by a father and his three sons who make up Hellenic Realty Partners. The Kostis family, who are lifelong residents of Dover, were thrilled to take on the restoration of the building.
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The mixed-use plans for this 75,000sf notable newspaper building included over 30 high-end apartments, five commercial spaces, and two restaurant locations, complete with outdoor seating. Over recent years, this team has witnessed several historic buildings that had been demolished and it was their goal to keep this landmark for the city. A lot
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renovation feels different and special. While modern, each apartment has its own unique character. No two units are alike and, according to George Kostis, this has become a real selling point for new residents. The building’s original exposed brick adorns many of the spaces and the views of downtown Dover are unmatched. Phase 1 of the project has been completed and only two units remain unrented. Phase 2 is underway and will be completed this summer. Vintage newspapers and even an original printing press are some of the plans for displays in the front lobby. Hellenic Realty Partners has transformed a neglected piece of Dover history to an iconic hub that will house families and serve the community for years to come. Katie Sweet is marketing coordinator at Metro Walls.
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Marr Shores Harvard’s Legendary Adams House Cambridge, MA – A treasure trove of history, a living museum, the site of fireside chats with dignitaries, the residence of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Robert Frost, and John Lithgow (to name a few) – these facts just begin to tell the story of Adams House, Harvard University’s most historic undergraduate residence in Cambridge. The seven residential halls that make up Adams House were built at the turn of the 20th century (except for Apthorp House, built in 1760), and Adams has been beloved ever since for its diverse and eccentric character, its Germanic architectural style and Victorian era rooms. These features have become the stage for creativity and community among its students. For these reasons and many more, Harvard students and faculty made a request to “keep Adams weird” in face of the current renovation project underway. And so, the challenge is on. Adams House is one of 12 undergraduate residential houses at Harvard. The renewal plans have been broken down into three phases over the course of four years, with phase one consisting of upgrading amenities and improving accessibility in Claverly Hall (1893) while preserving its historical detail and artistry. New accessible entrances, fully renovated
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living spaces and the addition of two elevators are some of the renovations taking place during this construction phase. To provide structural support, Marr Scaffolding Company’s Shoring Division installed shoring throughout the sixstory hall. Work began in the basement and involved shoring for the removal of approximately 30 masonry piers and granite footings, making room for
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the installation of new structural steel supports. The hall’s floors were shored, removing wood joists and flooring from the basement to the roof allowing for the installation of one of the masonry elevator shafts. Lastly, Marr shored the hall’s loadbearing masonry wall (10,000 lbs./ft.) to enable construction of a new concrete wall and footing for the second elevator. Marr’s sister company, Isaac Blair &
Company, assisted with the installation of 70 pieces of wood cribbing, two layers deep, upon which heavy-duty shoring was set and eleven W12 x 40 needle beams (weighing 800 lbs. each) were rigged in by Marr Crane & Rigging. Additional work in Claverly House consisted of shoring for the fifth-floor exterior masonry wall rebuild, shoring for new ridge beams, and shoring of floor joists for the installation of new beams and wood bearing walls in various locations. The abutting Adams Senior House was also shored with corner bracing, which supported the exterior walls to allow for floor removal and new floor installation. Various types of shoring including Shore-X, GASS, Aluma and Mabey, were used throughout the project. Overall, this large-scale shoring project has required Marr to carefully sequence work and coordinate with other trades. Additionally, strategic planning for the transfer of material in and out of the site has been crucial due to space limitations. Shoring will remain in place through mid-February as the Adams House Renewal continues. Marr Scaffolding Company was contracted by JDC Demolition and Lee Kennedy in July 2019.
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Veitas & Veitas Engineers Celebrates 55 Years Braintree, MA – Veitas & Veitas Engineers is completing its 55th year of providing reliable, value-oriented structural engineering. Founded in 1964 by a team of four, the firm concluded 2019 with 30 employees. The firm is known for its experience in wood-framed residential structures in New England. Veitas & Veitas has added staff in the Portsmouth, N.H. area to provide project support and growth in the New Hampshire and Maine region of New England. The firm has welcomed new leadership, senior team members, BIM staff and several up and coming engineers.
Veitas & Veitas Engineers is completing its 55th year. Founded in 1964 by a team of four, the firm concluded 2019 with 30 employees. Projects completed include multiple, large 10-15 building developments for major developers. The firm has been commissioned for work in areas across the United States including, most notably, a large 1,500-unit student housing
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development in Florida. Principal and president, Rimas Veitas, continues to take the lead on conceptualizing structural engineering innovations to respond to the current and future needs of
architects and developers. The Veitas team continues to pioneer in various industry sectors, structural materials, and technological advancements. The firm celebrates 55 years and will
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Press Releases 101
by Susan Shelby What is a Press Release?
Quite simply, a press release is a compelling written news story sent to members of the media in order to share information that you hope they, in turn, will share with their readers. Consider sending a press release if your news fits the following categories: • Company news, such as a new product or service, new hires or promotions, or new office • Project milestones, such as a new win, groundbreaking, topping off or ribbon cutting • Industry recognition, such as winning a design award Why Write a Press Release?
Credibility: Unlike paid advertising, direct mail and other communications
vehicles, editorial placements are vetted by a neutral third party (the media), which lends credibility to your news and expertise. Editorial Opportunities: Crafting a great press release also provides a perfect opportunity to reach out directly to an editor to pitch story ideas and is often the first step in securing a feature article or positioning your company as a potential source for an upcoming article. Search Engine Optimization (SEO): While Google is on to those who purposely build links into their press releases, you may be able to get some SEO value if your press release is picked up by various media outlets. When they do, you will earn back links, site authority, and referral traffic. You may notice your firm’s search rankings increase, especially when you also distribute your release via social media channels such as LinkedIn, Twitter, and YouTube. What Goes in a Press Release?
First and foremost, be sure you have a compelling story to tell. This is where the goals of journalists and brand communicators intersect: Companies have a story to tell, and the media needs
to tell a story. However, before you start writing, ask yourself the following questions: • Why am I sending this release? • What message do I want to get across? • Who am I writing for? • Is it really newsworthy? Once you’ve answered these questions – and after you’ve carefully considered #4 – you can begin writing. The more you understand how a journalist thinks, the more likely you will be to deliver something he or she is looking for. Think as creatively as possible to give them an ‘angle’ and catch their attention. After you have finished drafting the release, you will need to seek the required approvals, including any clients mentioned or quoted. This process can take days, weeks or even months depending on how many parties are involved, so plan accordingly. Once everyone has had a chance to weigh in and give their approval, you are ready to issue your release. Who Should Receive It?
Instead of blasting a press release out to every journalist you can find an email address for, focus on select journalists
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The text of your completed release can be repurposed into a number of marketing vehicles. Why not turn the information into a case study to post on your website? How about a blog post about your news nugget? Or grab the most interesting pieces of news and create a series of tweets? If your release has been picked up, share the story on LinkedIn.The life of a press release is long, so craft a carefully thought out, properly formatted, flawlessly written, and precisely targeted press release to get your firm’s message out across multiple channels. Susan Shelby, FSMPS, CPSM is the president and CEO of Rhino Public Relations.
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J&M Brown Underway on One Congress Boston – J&M Brown Company, Inc., based in Jamaica Plain, is underway with the core and shell electrical construction of One Congress, a 600 foot, 43-story office tower in Government Center. The centerpiece building of the Bulfinch Crossing development, One Congress is designed by Pelli Clarke Pelli Architects. NECA contractor J&M Brown is on the project team headed by general contractor John Moriarty & Associates, Winchester. Other members of the team include developer Carr Properties, HYM Investment Group, and National Real Estate Advisors. The building will feature a unique curved, folded glass design, and when it opens in 2022, the 1 million sq. ft. structure will be Boston’s tallest building in over three decades since One Financial Center opened in 1984. One Congress will be the future headquarters facility for its anchor tenant, State Street Corporation. The building is being constructed to meet LEED Gold certification standards.
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Peabody, MA – Dacon Corporation and the Lucey Development Group completed construction on a $16 million, 140,703sf ground-up corporate headquarters and logistics center in Centennial Park. The design rationale behind the new headquarters is a fresh space that influences the firm’s dynamic atmosphere, optimizes efficiency, and keeps logistics fluid while serving as a national hub for training programs. The project entailed a 108,000sf warehouse area, a 16,395sf first floor office, and a 15,801sf mezzanine office area. A key design goal was an innovative space reflecting the firm’s progressive culture. Employees and visitors enter through a two-story, glass façade with a monumental staircase that leads to the corporate offices, an amphitheater-style training room, open cubicle spaces, and
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two glass-walled conference rooms. Redolent throughout the facility’s design is the firm’s employee and customer-centric culture. Core values are displayed in high use areas, with each department branded by a values street sign. Employee enjoyment is an integral component to the firm’s brand. In a nod to Boston’s great sports teams, small conference rooms are at employees’ disposal, designed in the thematics of the Celtics, Red Sox, Bruins and Patriots. A high-end kitchen and breakroom akin to a 1950’s diner offers group booths, cooking equipment, quick serve food, metal paneling and gaming tables, creating an active social space. The open floor plan between corporate offices and the warehouse allows for employees to circulate within the building easily.
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Northern New England Jordan’s Furniture Selects Jewett South Portland, ME – Jordan’s Furniture, one of the premier furniture and mattress retailers in New England, has selected Jewett Construction to manage the construction of its new location at the Maine Mall in South Portland. The first Jordan’s Furniture location in the state of Maine, it will be located in the former Filene’s/Bon-Ton’s store at the Maine Mall. Once open, the store will be the largest furniture store in the state, with over 120,000sf of showroom displaying furniture and mattresses, along with an extensive outlet center. “Jewett Construction is thrilled to be partnering with Jordan’s Furniture on this monumental project for the state of Maine,” says Jon Sirois, vice president of Maine operations at Jewett Construction. The project is well underway and the store is scheduled to open in the spring.
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Manchester, NH – Manchester Mayor Joyce Craig and representatives from PROCON and the American Heart Association (AHA) attended an interactive jump rope demonstration at Gossler Park Elementary School (GPES) in Manchester performed by the AHA’s Hip Hoppin’ Hawks demonstration team of Londonderry. PROCON sponsored the event as part of an ongoing partnership with the AHA’s “Growing Healthy Hearts” program that is running this school year at GPES and the Manchester Boys & Girls Club. The Growing Healthy Hearts program teaches students how to live healthier lifestyles. Focused monthly messages are distributed to the students and their families about valuable health topics, such as the importance of eating right, drinking water, the dangers of cigarettes and vaping, and the benefits of physical activity. January’s jump rope demonstration sets up the program’s February focus, which is about the benefits of exercise. PROCON owner Sally Stebbins attended the event along with family members. She remarked, “We hope to encourage children to live a healthy
The Hip Hoppin’ Hawks perform.
lifestyle, and with the help of their families, create a good foundation in their homes. I am happy to see kids learn and develop healthy habits that will last them a lifetime.” The Gossler Park Elementary School also has special meaning to the Stebbins family because Blanchard Stebbins built it in 1956. Healthy habits start at a young age. The facts show that kids who are active have better bone health, physical fitness, brain function, attention, and academic performance. They also stay at a healthier weight and have fewer symptoms of depression.
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Build Better Podcast Giving Back and Building Relationships with Team IMPACT by Emily Langner On episode 20 of the Build Better podcast, Anastasia welcomed Jay Calnan, CEO of J. Calnan and Associates. Calnan shared the mission of Team IMPACT, a nonprofit he started in 2011 to connect and cultivate meaningful relationships between college athletic teams and children diagnosed with life-threatening illnesses. As a kid, Calnan had the opportunity to participate in team sports, an experience that allowed him to learn skills he values as an adult and business owner. These life skills – work ethic, teamwork, leadership and followship skills, discipline and perseverance – were all developed with the help of the people and organizations who invested their time and resources into the community. Calnan founded Team IMPACT as a way to pay it forward, giving back to
his community and to kids who benefit most from learning these important life skills. The program serves kids ages 5-15 who are diagnosed or dealing with a lifethreatening or chronic illness. Each one is paired with a college athletic program that dedicates a minimum of two years to mentoring and helping them learn these important skills. They also have the opportunity to become a part of the team by attending practices, games, team dinners, and other events. Team IMPACT now works with over 650 campuses in all 50 states, with over 2000 kids participating. Calnan says that networking and building a sense of community was what made J. Calnan and Associates a success after he started the company in 1996, and he carries those same principles into the nonprofit. If a company or organization is seeking ways to give back, Calnan
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encourages people to find something they are passionate about, to work hard, and to continue to network and meet new people in all different industries and walks of life. By networking with the medical and athletic communities, Calnan and the Team IMPACT staff are
able to match kids with teams in their area. Calnan says, “The more people you know, the larger your network is, the more opportunities that will be created.” He also advises people to always be on the lookout for ways to get involved, and to remember to show appreciation for others by celebrating shared successes. Calnan says it is mutually beneficial relationships that make Team IMPACT a success. “Mutually beneficial relationships are really the essence of life, and those come from being a person who leads in an introductory relationship in any capacity: to a friend, or a co-worker, or an associate in the industry, or your neighbor.” He adds, “Whatever the relationship is, you lead by saying, ‘How can I help?’” Emily Langner is the staff writer and associate editor for High-Profile Monthly.
Embracing the Unknown and Designing a Future with Intention by Emily Langner On episode 21 of the Build Better podcast, Anastasia talked with Matt Reiniger and Ben Callaghan, associate partners at Fathom, a future design firm helping manufacturers, architects, builders, and engineers go beneath the surface to reconnect people with what gives their work meaning and drives unprecedented performance.
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Reiniger and Callaghan shared how their recent deep dive into their own company has influenced the work they do
with firms in the AEC industry including Svigals+Partners, Fuss & O’Neill and High-Profile Monthly. They started by asking themselves what effect they wanted to have that would be the most meaningful in the world. They have evolved their mission to include accelerating growth and helping more people in the world prosper by elevating humanity, and one way they do this by helping individuals and organizations develop the tools, relationships, and habits required to make transformation sustainable. According to Callaghan and Reiniger, there are three things that people need in their work lives: They need to matter, and to be working on something that is bigger than themselves; they need to believe in their team and their leaders, and what their organization is doing; and they want to make a difference, and see a visible and visceral connection between what they’re doing day to day, big or small, and the difference it is making in their community and in their world. By addressing these three needs, Fathom helps organizations design their future with intention. Callaghan and Reiniger encourage leaders to challenge the status quo, to be bold in the face of the unknown, and to
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include all members in discussions that involve the future of the organization. They say focusing on what you believe is possible then gives you a filter or a “North
Star” to make decisions on behalf of that vision and to create conditions that are going to lead you in that direction. The team at Fathom has also created a way to bring together members of the community, called Sip Sessions, that are held monthly. The goal of these free events is to give people a platform to share their experiences, to provoke people to be creative and bold, and to have conversations that are not being had in other places. Some upcoming topics include: Be Selfish to be Selfless; It Don’t Come Easy: The Cost and the Payoff of Making Your Work Personal; and Fear as Friend, Not Foe: How Finding and Embracing What Scares Us Can Launch Us Forward. To view the schedule of upcoming events and to learn more about Fathom’s mission, visit www.fathom.net.
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CAF Announces 2020 Board
AIA Conn. Announces 2020 Board New Haven, CT – The Connecticut Chapter of the American Institute of Architects (AIA Connecticut) announced the appointment of four new members to its board of directors, as well as the newly elected officers for 2020. Officers elected for a one-year term include: • President: George McGoldrick AIA, LLC, Meriden, who has a diverse range of professional experience that has combined a career in architecture with public service in his community. • Vice President: Angela Cahill, AIA, LEED AP, QA+ M Architecture, Farmington, who has a 20-year career in architecture, and has worked on dozens of large, complex projects. • Treasurer: Randall Anway, AIA, LEED AP, New Tapestry, LLC, Old Lyme, an associate principal with Patriquin Architects in New Haven who specializes in interdisciplinary architectural design research inspired by natural patterns and systems. • Secretary: Paolo Campos, AIA, NOMA, Patriquin Architects New Haven, who actively manages project design and documentation, technology integration, and business development. Joining the board of directors for a three-year term are Jennifer Huestis AIA, Huestis Architects, Fairfield; Andrew Gorzkowski, AIA, Pickard Chilton, New Haven; and Thomas Haskell, AIA, UCONN, Storrs.
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Dominque Moore, Associate AIA, of Perkins Eastman, Stamford will serve a one-year term as associate director. Glenn Gollenberg, AIA of SLAM Collaborative, Glastonbury remains on the board as past president. Continuing to fulfill their terms as directors on the board are: Michael Ayles, FAIA, Antinozzi Associates, Bridgeport; Joseph Bergin, AIA, TLB Architecture, LLC, Chester; Catherine Ellithorpe, AIA, SLAM Collaborative, Glastonbury; Linda C. Reeder, FAIA, Linda Reeder Architecture, LLC, New Haven; and Susan Wyeth, AIA, Centerbrook Architects and Planners, Centerbrook.
New Haven, CT – The Connecticut Architecture Foundation (CAF) announced the appointment of new officers and members of its board of directors for 2020. Stephanie Degen-Monroe, AIA, David Thompson Architects, New Haven, is the new CAF president. She has practiced as an architect in Connecticut, New Mexico, and California. Her experience has involved large scale civic work as well as small institutional projects. Robert E. Swain, Jr., AIA LEED AP, Amenta Emma Architects, Hartford, joins the board as vice president. He serves as principal-in-charge for the firm’s academic studio and principal for its major civic work. Nancy B. Clayton, AIA LEED GA, Pickard Chilton, New Haven, has been named secretary. She has more than 30 years of design experience on a broad range of corporate, academic, and cultural projects. John P. Franzen, FAIA, J. P. Franzen Associates Architects, P.C., Fairfield, is the new CAF treasurer. He brings over 30 years of professional expertise to his post. Jay M. Brotman, AIA, Svigals + Partners, remains on the board as past president. Also joining the 2020 board of directors are Angela Cahill, AIA, QA+M
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Architects, Farmington; and Ilona Prosol, P.E., LEED BD+C, BVH Integrated Services, P.C, Bloomfield. Continuing to fulfill their term as directors of the board are Lauren Braren, AIA, JCJ Architecture; Tanya Cutolo, AIA, LEED AP, S/L/A/M Collaborative & Construction Services; Michael J. Crosbie, FAIA, University of Hartford; George Fellner, AIA, Fellner Architects, LLC; Robert Golde, FASLA, Towers|Golde LLC; Glenn R. Gollenberg, AIA, S/L/A/M Collaborative & Construction Services; Elizabeth (Tina) Greco, AIA, Perkins Eastman; Thomas M. Haskell, AIA, University of Connecticut; George E. McGoldrick, AIA, George E. McGoldrick, AIA, LLC; Peter J. Newman, Associate AIA, Newman Architects; Arthur L. Sanders, AIA, Hoffmann Architects; and Kermit D. Thompson, FAIA, DAS, State of Connecticut.
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BVH Announces Promotions Bloomfield, CT – BVH Integrated Services, P.C., announced several promotions as part of its strategic business planning and growth initiatives. • Steven G. Haines, associate principal, chief technology officer • Felix D. Zayas, RCDD, TLT, DCDC, NTS, CTS, associate principal, manager of technology services • Michael Palleschi, senior project manager • Daniel M. Caporizzo, P.E., project manager • Craig Parker, P.E., project manager
• Dylan Parr, P.E., senior civil engineer • Ashley Patrylak, P.E., senior civil engineer • Gregory Brousseau, P.E., senior mechanical engineer • Katelyn Dobrowolski, marketing coordinator “We look forward to working with our newly-promoted team in their new positions to successfully carry out our mission to design and commission projects that provide performance-driven environments to our clients,” said Karl F. Frey, CEO of BVH.
Goodin Joins Phase Zero Simsbury, CT – Phase Zero the AEC industry as owner, conDesign, a national architecture, structor and designer, that enables interior design and planning him to bring the project team services firm, recently welcomed together in a cohesive process to Ron Goodin, AIA, LEED better serve all parties and faciliAP BD+ C as the firm’s new tate the most successful outcome. healthcare principal. He will be Goodin is currently working leading the healthcare market with hospital groups such as sector, the latest practice group Bristol Hospital, Waterbury Ron Goodin for Phase Zero Design. Hospital, and Western He has over 30 years of experience in Connecticut Health Network.
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The new Lighthouse Surgery Center at Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center / Photo by The S/L/A/M Collaborative/Christa Maull
Hartford, CT – S/L/A/M Construction Services (SLAM CS) and the designbuild team recently joined Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center, a member of Trinity Health Of New England, at a ribbon cutting ceremony for the 35,000sf, $26 million Lighthouse Surgery Center in Hartford. The new center is a joint venture between Saint Francis Hospital, Lighthouse Surgeons, a group of orthopedic and spine surgeons, and Woodland Anesthesiology Associates. The freestanding center extends the Saint Francis campus at the intersection of Woodland and Ashley Streets. The facility features six orthopedic ORs, complete on-site sterile processing, a
distinctive 26 bay pre- and post-op area, a physical therapy space, and a welcoming, double height reception/lobby area that initiates a carefully planned patientcentered care experience that extends throughout the facility. Doctors will treat orthopedic patients with sports injuries, joint replacement and spine surgical spine patients, as well as pain management, all in one location. This marks SLAM’s sixth design-build project for Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center and includes the Center for Innovation & Leadership, the third-floor renovation on Ashley Street, a simulation room at Mount Sinai Hospital, and a data center and office renovation at 103 Woodland Street.
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SLAM CS Gets DBIA-NE Gold Award
(l-r) Keith Poulin, DBIA – NE president; Eugene Torone, president, SLAM CS; David Neal, AIA, ACHE, principal, SLAM; Matt Ciaglo, AIA, senior project manager; Melissa Anthony, AIA, project architect, SLAM; and Andrew White, DBIA – NE, events chairperson / Photo courtesy of DBIA New England
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New Britain, CT – S/L/A/M Construction Services (SLAM CS) has received a Design-Build Institute of America New England (DBIA – NE) Gold Award for the Out-Patient Suite Renovation at the Hospital of Central Connecticut, located in New Britain. New spine center suite on the first floor of The Hospital of Central Connecticut / Photo by SLAM/Christa Maull The award is given to a design-build project that best demonstrates team collaboration and innovation, efficiency and value. SLAM’s design-build team exemplified these attributes by creating value for the client through a single point of contact for design and construction. The integrated design and construction team at SLAM worked with project and facility managers to design, budget and build several outpatient suites on the first floor of the main hospital. The project included a complete gut and renovation of outdated spaces, all done within an occupied floor. The new clinical spaces include a maternal fetal suite, spine center and cardiac rehabilitation suite.
New spine center suite on the first floor of The Hospital of Central Connecticut / Photo by SLAM/Christa Maull
New cardiac rehab space on the first floor of the hospital / Photo by SLAM/Christa Maull
KBE Project Named Best Health Care Bloomfield, CT – KBE Building Corporation’s Seabury Active Life Community project in Bloomfield has been named as 2019’s Best Health Care Project in New England by Engineering News-Record (ENR). The project team, which included KBE as construction manager at risk, SFCS, Inc. as architect, and Church Home of Hartford (dba Seabury) as owner, was honored recently at ENR’s Best Projects Awards banquet in Boston. The first phase added 68 new independent living apartments with one level of underground parking, a new fitness and aerobics center, seven meeting rooms, support and storage areas, the Terrace Room with an outdoor courtyard, and a new 225-seat chapel. The second project phase renovated and expanded the existing healthcare
building, including a three-story addition with 21 new private skilled nursing units and 14 assisted living units, and new offices and therapy suites. Renovations included reconfiguring nine skilled nursing units and 14 assisted living units into new kitchens, dining rooms, and activity areas for each level of care. The project also included thirty-six 900-foot geothermal wells and carportmounted photovoltaic panels to provide both shaded parking and additional electrical capacity. The project was also the site of an OSHA Safety Training Partnership, one of five that KBE has been invited to participate in to date based on the firm’s exceptional safety record. The partnership helps KBE and OSHA provide vital safety training and guidance to trade contractors onsite, helping to improve overall industry safety.
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People Metro Walls Welcomes Stupalski Westport, MA – Metro Walls and comes to Metro with over 10 announced that Jeff Stupalski years of industry expertise. has taken on the role of estimator Stupalski said Metro for its new South Shore office. Walls’ culture, reputation and He will be working with general manpower stood out and were manager Jay Rocha to take on major factors in his decision to any size job from the South make this move. “I think Metro’s Shore to Rhode Island. manpower is what really sets As an estimator, Stupalski is them apart. Jay can make one Stupalski responsible for qualifying bids, phone call and we can get 60 pricing materials, and working with conguys on a job the next day. Not everyone can do that.” tractors. He started his career in the field
Buckley Earns WELL AP Boston – Margulies Perruzzi launched our first Workplace (MP), a New England innovative Strategy research, drawing architectural and interior design on more than two decades firm, announced that interior of working with countless designer Alison Buckley, companies to help them create Associate IIDA has earned her the optimal work environment. WELL Accredited Professional We are excited to have Alison’s (AP) certification. expertise in the WELL Building “We commend Alison on Standard to add to our portfolio Buckley taking the initiative to pursue of service offerings.” the WELL AP exam and we Developed by Green Building are confident it will help our clients Certification Inc. (GBCI) in collaboration promote wellness in the workplace,” said with the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), the WELL AP signifies Janet Morra, AIA, LEED AP, principal advanced knowledge in human health and partner at Margulies Perruzzi. “The workspace is an important physical asset and wellness in the built environment, and specialization in the WELL Building within which a high degree of ingenuity Standard. and productivity is enabled. In 2016, we
Jewett Promotes Two Raymond, NH - Jewett Construction announced the promotions of Dave Littlefield to senior estimator and Andrew Slazenik to controller. Both joined Jewett in February 2018. Prior to his promotion, Littlefield held the title of estimator. He is responsible for all of the research, proper planning, thorough design, and budgeting that pave the way to project success. He helps to lead the estimation team to find creative solutions in the design process and budget projects accurately and effectively. Prior to his promotion Slazenik held
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the title of accounting manager. He has extensive experience in accounting, management, and finance. In addition to his new responsibilities as controller, he will retain his current role and duties.
Kells Joins Maugel
Kells
Maugel Architects announced that John Kells has joined the firm as a director, working with the interiors team. He is a seasoned industry design professional with strong technical and operational skills who is dedicated to providing design services of the highest quality. He is a LEED accredited professional and a certified document technologist, with experience and knowledge of codes, accessibility requirements, and the design and construction process. Kells is detail oriented, with an understanding of the big picture and the ability to solve complex multi-disciplinary problems.
ICYMI (in case you missed it...) MBC’s The Fenway and Beyond
ABC MA’s Future Leaders Event
Boston – The Massachusetts Building Congress held its first breakfast series of 2020, with Peter Sougarides, principal of Samuels & Associates, as the guest speaker. Sougarides discussed the current transformation of Boston’s Fenway neighborhood, including Fenway Triangle, a mixed-use project consisting of 576 luxury apartments and ground floor retail. He also shared the company’s other current projects including Dot Block in Dorchester, Washington Village in South Boston, 401 Park in the Longwood Medical area, and Parcel 12 in the Back Bay. All of the developments had one particular theme that stood out, the use of an outdoor common space for a gathering area. MBC’s next breakfast event will be held on March 19, featuring Tom O’Brien of HYM Investment Group, who will discuss the progress on the Suffolk Downs Redevelopment.
Boston – The Massachusetts Chapter of the Associated Builders and Contractors (ABC MA) held its annual Future Leaders event at the Autodesk BUILD Space on Jan. 23, highlighting the newest technology in construction and its implications for the industry moving forward. The Autodesk BUILD Space is an incubator for startup tech companies that are developing new technologies and methods that will improve the A/E/C industry. Event attendees got a glimpse into the job site of the future with live demon-
Attendees get a product overview from builder in residence and co-owner and engineer of Tarkka, a construction tech start-up.
strations from participating builders in residence.
SMPS Boston Holiday Party
Fenway and beyond
Boston – The Society for Marketing Professional Services Boston Chapter (SMPS Boston) held its annual holiday party on Jan. 17 at Game On! Fenway. Attendees enjoyed a night of networking, hors d’oeuvres, and door prizes donated by the event’s sponsors. Batting cage used by away teams at
Fenway Park were available for use by event attendees. Additionally, the winners of the Big Brother Big Sister Foundation Corporate Clothing Drive Corporate Challenge were announced: First, second and third prize went to VHB, Geocomp, and DPS Group, respectively.
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February 13 Becoming a Problem Solver – Dealing with Conflict as a Normal Part of Business Construction Institute, Hartford, Conn. This 4-hour workshop focuses on the problem solving skills needed to cope with unexpected problems and conflicts that arise during the course of doing business, including over the course of a construction project. Participants will be given a problem solving toolkit and role playing exercises which will then be discussed.
February 13 Legal Roundtable and Networking Reception The Federal Restaurant, Agawam, Mass. This is an opportunity for ABC members to gather and hear from our experienced member attorneys regarding legal topics of relevance to the construction industry. This program will focus on frequently encountered legal issues which all project managers should generally understand.
February 13 What’s NEXT? The Future of Fort Point The Foundation, Boston The Fort Point neighborhood is poised for even more dramatic change as the Gillette World Shaving Headquarters building and adjacent sites are now being re-imagined and redeveloped this decade. Join Brian Kavoogian of National Development and Jess Hughes from Tishman Speyer to hear about their visions for the future of Fort Point.
February 19-20 2020 Women Who Build Summit University of Massachusetts - Amherst, Amherst, Mass. Each year we bring together the best minds in the industry – both women and men — to create an event that inspires, promotes leadership, builds connections, develops skills and fosters innovating thinking among and in support of a diverse group of professionals. Last year’s program reached capacity! Sign up early to secure your spot and to reserve a room at the on-campus hotel.
AGC MA February 13 BWiC Book Battle Allsteel, Boston What we learned about women in business from Sheryl Sandberg’s Lean In and Michelle Obama’s Becoming, and what we learned from trying to talk about it. Jenny Elkus and Shelley Vanderweil will lead a discussion focused on key takeaways related to women in business from Lean In and Becoming, as well as what these two books and the conversations they spur say about the state of women in business.
February 26 Real Estate Tech Council Presents Shark Tank Goodwin, Boston The ULI Boston/New England Technology Council brings a program unlike any other. Emerging real estate technology companies will be vying for the Sharks’ support as they pitch their disruptive products to real estate veterans. Join us on February 26th to help determine who goes home crowned winner!
SMPS CT February 19 Be the Firm Your Client Can’t Live Without SPACES Blue Back Square, Hartford, Conn. The word partnership is often used to describe ideal client relationships – but what does that mean exactly? In our experience, A/E/C professionals often describe partnerships as relationships where both parties become essential to each other’s future – meaning, for both A/E/C firm and client, their ambitions for and beyond the project, can only come to exist as a result of their relationship. This is the difference between clients seeing your firm as one of many to choose from, to one they wouldn’t take a project without. Meaningful partnerships are the result of not just the things people are doing, but more importantly who people are being for each other. In this workshop Brent Robertson and Ben Callaghan of Fathom will demonstrate the art and science behind establishing ideal client partnerships and will connect how that relates to the cultural and operational aspects of firms, that if present, favor client partnerships.
NCIA February 19-20 Northeast Cannabis Business Conference Hynes Convention Center, Boston NCIA’s Northeast Cannabis Business Conference (formerly known as Seed
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USGBC MA February 24 Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts Meeting Conference Room Windrose, 5th Floor, 50 Milk Street, Boston The EPMA Committee is a community of ascending professionals across the green building industry and allied fields that provides professional support, development and advocacy tools through active networking, monthly programming and community events. February 27 Women in Green Community Lunch China Pearl Restaurant, Boston Instead of packing lunch for work, why not join the USGBC MA for our Women in Green: Community Lunch! On Thursday, February 27th, come meet other women in the Massachusetts sustainable design community and enjoy a variety of dim sum dishes at China Pearl. There are only 40 seats available, so make sure to register early.
BOMA Boston February 26 Connect With BOMA Breakfast BOMA Boston Offices, Boston Learn about committee involvement, networking opportunities, course offerings, how to become more involved with BOMA, and more from our Board of Directors and members in a casual group setting. BOMA staff will be on site to answer any questions you might have regarding your membership. Complimentary to BOMA Boston Members & Prospective Members.
BWiC March 4 2020 Inspire Awards Westin Copley Hotel, Boston Join BWiC as they celebrate the most exemplary women in Construction who demonstrate leadership, generosity, innovation, and unwavering commitment to their career, colleagues and industry.
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