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Publisher’s Message
Anastasia Barnes This month’s issue has a focus on the retail and hospitality sectors. Once again, our industry has proven its resiliency when faced with unexpected roadblocks, coming up with new ways to adapt and evolve. In her article on page 11, Danae Tinsley of JCJ Architecture explores creative solutions for addressing supply chain delays and increasing costs. Not only are companies finding creative ways to overcome these issues, but Tinsley says these challenges can actually be a catalyst
for opportunity and innovation. In the following pages, you’ll learn how retailers and the e-commerce community are succeeding through collaboration, and how retailers are expanding space to offer better in-store return capabilities. According to a report published by the NAIOP Research Foundation (pg. 13), obsolete shopping malls are now considered “attractive targets for conversion to distribution space given their size and location,” yet another innovative way to repurpose existing space and reduce our carbon footprint.
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Next month is our big issue featuring educational facilities, from kindergarten through higher education, public or private. You name it. We’re covering it! August 25 is the deadline. This is always a big issue. Be sure to reserve your space early.
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Up-Front WIT Breaks Ground on Athletic Field Boston – Administrators, alumni, faculty, and students from Wentworth Institute of Technology (WIT) recently joined community members, local elected officials, and representatives from Gilbane Building Company, STV, and CDM Smith to officially break ground on the university’s new athletic field and integrated parking garage. Designed by CDM Smith, the new fields and integrated parking structure are being added to support WIT’s continued growth and further improve the quality of student life. The softball and soccer fields will meet NCAA regulations, with a future field expansion planned over Halleck Street that will accommodate 200 to 500 spectators and athletes. “This project is certainly the next step in the development of our department and the transformation of our student athlete experience,” said Cheryl Aaron, WIT director of athletics. “Our current and future student athletes will have the opportunity to practice and compete in a new facility that meets their competitive needs on a regulation turf field, with new team locker room spaces, an expanded sports medicine clinic, and other
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co-op opportunities. “We value our longstanding and continued partnership with Wentworth and are excited to be back on campus to deliver this new athletic facility,” said Mike O’Brien, senior vice president and business unit leader for Gilbane in Massachusetts. “In delivering this project, we
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Boston Mixed-Use Development Tops Off
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Boston – Construction management firm Shawmut Design and Construction and real estate investment firm L3 Capital celebrated the steel topping off on 149 Newbury Street, a mixed-use commercial development in Boston’s Back Bay neighborhood slated to be completed in 2023. In partnership with architecture firm Nelson Worldwide and consulting firm RL Edward Partners, the former parking lot at the corner of Newbury Street and Dartmouth Street is being redeveloped into a 5-story mixed-use retail and office building totaling 43,500sf. The state-ofthe-art structure will feature 130 feet of frontage on Newbury Street, two floors of
dedicated flagship retail space, and three floors of LEED-certified, Class-A office space with an exclusive entrance as well as an outdoor rooftop terrace. The development at 149 Newbury Street will offer up to 16,000sf of at-grade and second level retail space within the newly constructed, luxury, mixed-use environment. The building will also feature 27,500sf of office space above, boasting high ceilings, expansive views of both Newbury and Dartmouth Streets through floor-to-ceiling windows, and luxurious base building finishes. The fifth floor of the building will include a private rooftop terrace overlooking Newbury Street with a view of the Back Bay.
Shawmut team members: Mike Kearns, New England region VP of construction operations; Drew Donnellan, senior superintendent; Jason Ray, safety manager; Jack Wice, assistant superintendent; Ryan Conte, assistant project manager; Mike Schumacher, senior director/commercial regional sector lead; Mohamed Aboulezz, senior virtual construction; and Rory Nguyen, project manager
Jack Washburn, VP, L3 Capital; Kyle Feeney, project executive, RL Edward Partners; Whitney Robinette, principal, L3 Capital; Drew Donnellan, senior superintendent, Shawmut; Rory Nguyen, project manager, Shawmut; and Shahzaib Shaikh, project manager, RL Edward Partners
City Fresh Foods Breaks Ground Boston – City Fresh Foods recently hosted a groundbreaking ceremony to celebrate the start of construction on a new 18,000sf production and distribution facility at 94 Shirley Street in Roxbury. Joining City Fresh Foods’ founders Sheldon and Glynn Lloyd at the groundbreaking were City of Boston Chief of Economic Opportunity and Inclusion Segùn Idowu; South Shore Bank Chief Commercial Banking Officer Stephen DiPrete; Secretary of Housing and Economic Development Michael Keneally; Mass Development CEO Dan Rivera; Megan Sandel, MD, MPH, Boston Medical Center; JP Morgan Chase VP of Community Development Banking, Mark Migliacci; and leaders from The Community Builders, National Development Council, the Federal Home Loan Bank Board of Boston and the Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation. The new facility provides a permanent home to a local Black- and employeeowned business that makes food for the
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city’s most vulnerable citizens, especially students and seniors. The project will result in the creation and retention of 220 jobs paying living wages, providing career path opportunities, and offering employee ownership for residents of Roxbury, Mattapan, Dorchester, and nearby communities.
South Shore Bank led the financing team, which involved multiple partners who worked together to make the acquisition and new headquarters a reality. This was the first time that South Shore Bank had worked with the New Markets Tax Credit (NMTC) program. NMTC was
established in 2000 to provide an investment incentive for projects in low-income communities, providing investors a federal tax credit. The Massachusetts Housing Investment Corp. worked with the South Shore Bank and City Fresh. South Shore Bank updated bank policies to ensure it could accommodate the program.
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Predevelopment Work Financed for ‘Nubian Square Ascends’ Boston – MassDevelopment has partnered with six organizations to provide loan financing to Nubian Ascends Partners, LLC for predevelopment work at Nubian Square Ascends, a planned mixed-use development located between Washington Street and Harrison Avenue in Nubian Square in Boston’s Roxbury neighborhood. The lending partners – BlueHub Loan Fund, Local Enterprise Assistance Fund (LEAF), Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC), Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation (MHIC), The Life Insurance Community Investment Initiative, and The Property and Casualty Initiative (PCI) – provided a $3 million loan, which MassDevelopment enhanced with a guarantee. The 185,000sf commercial building will include offices, life science labs, a training center, culinary center, retail marketplace, a 34,500sf cultural hall, an artists’ workspace, parking garage, and outdoor plaza. It will also include 15 homeownership units, of which 10 will be affordable. “This project is being designed and developed by a talented and experienced team that is 100% people of color. Together they project to create 900 permanent jobs in a neighborhood where job creation has persistently and historically lagged other neighborhoods
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in Boston, by making Nubian Ascends a hub of science, academic and medical research,” said The Property and Casualty Initiative president, Michelle Volpe. “Nubian Square Ascends marks
the latest in a series of game-changing investments in Roxbury’s Nubian Square aimed at invigorating the local economy, and it’s terrific to see MassDevelopment help move the project forward by tapping
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Cape Cod Property Redeveloped Falmouth, MA – Real estate advisory and investment firm Senné announces a newly redeveloped mixed-use building in Falmouth Heights at 286 Grand Ave. The building is currently on the market, a local landmark originally built in 2005 and now reimagined for the next generation, with eight waterfront residential condominium units and a 2-story, full-service, over 5,000sf restaurant. Senné is actively seeking commercial real estate buyers who will maintain the historic elements of this building, while also potentially modernizing it for the next generation of residents and visitors with the addition of a local restaurant. The building is known for its location at the finish line of the Falmouth Road Race, which takes place each August, and
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BPDA Appoints Fernandez Boston – Mayor Michelle Wu and the Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) announced the appointment of Diana Fernandez Bibeau as the new deputy chief of urban design, to craft and execute a human-scale and inclusive vision for the design of the built environment across Boston. Under the leadership of Chief of Planning Arthur Jemison, Fernandez will elevate the importance of urban design, and champion the transformative power of sustainable and walkable communities for all ages and abilities. In partnership with Jemison and the BPDA’s Urban Design department, Fernandez will work to strategically transform existing BPDA urban design processes to promote predictability and quality for both the community members and the development industry. Fernandez has worked across multiple firm scales in Philadelphia and Boston to build a design practice that reassess the policies that have perpetuated race, gender, environmental and socioeconomic inequality, and implement design
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Focus: Retail and Hospitality Standing up to the Supply Chain Crisis:
Approaching Construction Challenges in Gaming and Entertainment Projects
By Danae Tinsley Few have emerged untouched from the supply chain and inflation issues of the current economic climate. In the hospitality industry, specifically in gaming and entertainment, owners and developers of casino projects, new construction and renovation alike are grappling with increasing costs and delays. As the architects and designers behind these projects, it is our job to help our clients navigate the challenges facing the industry today, a role that requires a fresh approach and creative solutions. The Supply Chain and Construction Documents: Two Methods
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discussed scourge on construction sites globally. Material availability has had a great effect on construction schedules and the way project teams are approaching design and documentation. One of the options designers have to combat delays in construction schedules is to order specialty items such as custom fixtures or long-lead finishes in advance of construction documents being completed. This shifts the standard workflow to require a bit more effort earlier on but allows designers to prioritize the topquality design items that casino properties are looking for without compromising the project schedule. Alternately, given the current unpredictability of costs and supply chain delays in the market, some owners may choose to move further along with the design and construction documents before releasing early bid packages and starting construction. This strategy can provide the team with additional time before committing to a GMP (guaranteed
maximum price contract), in the hopes that material costs will decrease in the coming months. The Impact of Partnerships and Collaborations
Another way to approach these issues is through open-book partnerships between construction managers and primary subcontractors that are tied to long-lead items like concrete, steel, and roofing materials. Primary subcontractors can be brought on after the initial Program of Requirement, Concept Design, and Control Budget development tasks are finished. Candidates are vetted in regards to pricing, availability, and schedule adherence. The primary subcontractor then becomes part of the OAC (Owner-Architect-Contractor) team and participates in all relevant meetings. In this way, they become part of the problem-solving process directly, working alongside the design team, operating staff, and construction manager to make
smart and efficient design decisions. This can also help eliminate the amount of change orders, as the subcontractor has been assessing design and construction documents as they are developed. Alternative Ideas
In gaming projects, where designers might struggle to source prefinished metal products such as bronze and brass, the key to success is thinking creatively and exploring other options. This might mean choosing a different product, a stock finish, or field painting materials. In the past, we’ve seen similar efforts involving changing tube steel to more readily available W-sections, and reworking support systems to use less custom steel and more U-Channel style systems. Whatever the options may be, alternative solutions are always available with creative thinking and transparent, collaborative discussions amongst all parties and stakeholders. continued to page 42
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Three Retail Trends to Watch in 2022 levels, according to the Federal Reserve Bank. In 2022, we expect the retail industry to embrace three growth strategies: Forge Collaborations between E-commerce and Traditional Retail Brands
By Bill Wright and Brandon Isner Perhaps no other sector of commercial real estate has endured as much recent disruption as retail. Even before the pandemic, retail real estate was facing questions about its viability as an investment. Some national retail brands had too many physical locations and had to close stores. Growing vacancy within high-street districts reflected low foot traffic or asking rents that were too high. However, retail’s recovery from the pandemic has been a pleasant surprise, with increasing sales even amid diminishing consumer sentiment. According to retail data provider Placer.ai, foot traffic at retail centers has largely recovered to 2019 levels, especially in the open-air segment. U.S. Census data shows robust holiday sales in both brick-and-mortar stores and e-commerce channels. What’s more, U.S. households on average are experiencing record low debt-to-disposable-income
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Retailers are expanding their offerings by partnering with e-commerce companies, often via branded kiosks or within department stores. Among the benefits of such an arrangement: • The ability for traditional retailers to offer a new product type, potentially attracting foot traffic from a previously untapped customer base. • An opportunity for traditional retailers to upgrade digital resources and customer engagement. • A chance for digital brands to beta test a brick-and-mortar presence without any lease obligations. Use Stores to Implement Solutions for Supply Chain Issues
Since the final 50 feet remains one of the most expensive legs of the logistics journey, physical stores will take on a greater supply chain role in 2022. Retailers with a physical presence will differentiate from purely e-commerce retailers by expanding their in-store return capabilities,, making it easier for
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prefer ethically defensible brands, especially those focused on reducing carbon emissions and waste. There is growing consumer demand in the resale market for products that are in good condition. Retailers can take advantage of this trend by marketing their own secondhand products for sale, promoting a “circular” economy and reducing waste. Overall, Forrester estimates that 41% of U.S. consumers prefer to purchase environmentally sustainable goods. The retail sector is generally performing well in ESG measurements. The 2021 Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) scored ESG implementation by more than 1,200 property companies, REITs, funds and property developers worldwide. Eight of the 11 retail-focused REITs tracked by GRESB increased their scores last year. Bill Wright is senior managing director, retail advisory services in the Americas, and Brandon Isner is head of retail research for the Americas, at CBRE.
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Lincoln, NH – Allen & Major Associates, Inc. (A&M), in partnership with Opechee Construction, is providing civil engineering, permitting, and landscape architectural services for a new 93-key Hampton Inn and Suites on Main Street in Lincoln. The new 4-story hotel is under construction with an opening scheduled for fall. A&M provided permitting efforts for Site Plan/Special Permit with the Town of Lincoln, a Lot Merger Application, NHDOT Access Permit, and NHDES Sewer Connection permit.
The parcel has mountain views and overlooks a rail line. It also has a unique visual feature: an abandoned 1950s-era ex MBTA Rail Diesel Car. The car sits behind the lot and sports the famed “T” logo. A&M’s landscape architecture team has designed hardscape entries, a gazebo shade structure, and patio areas. A seating area will be located along a path in the back of the property, which will feature a native wildflower mix border with lupines and provide hotel guests a view of the railway.
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Assembly Row Signs New Tenants Somerville, MA – Assembly Row, a mixed-use neighborhood in Somerville, announced seven new tenant leases, many of which will open this year. Restauranteur Frank McClelland is bringing a second FRANK location to Assembly Row, which is expected to open later this fall adjacent to The Row Hotel. Boston-based artist Giovanni DeCunto recently launched a new pop-up gallery showcasing his expressionist works, and Clover Food Lab brings a vegetarian offering to the Row. Seasonal activations include Night Shift Brewing’s Owl’s Nest beer garden and the brand-new Volo Beach from Volo Sports that will offer beach volleyball, pickleball and more. New retailers also include IT’SUGAR, one of the world’s largest candy “retailtainers;” fashion boutique Style Snoop; collectible jewelry retailer Pandora; and PNC Bank. “This new crop of tenants brings fresh concepts and diversity to Assembly Row, including our first vegetarian restaurant and a highly anticipated restaurant from Frank McClelland,” said David Middleton, general manager for Federal Realty at Assembly Row. “Our goal is to surprise and delight our guests with both permanent and pop-up experiences and there are many more in the
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pipeline for this year.” Recent openings include Parla XXI, a speakeasy-inspired eatery offering Italian small plates and custom cocktails; French patisserie Le Macaron; and soon-to-come services from veterinary clinic Bond Vet. Anticipated openings include varied dining experiences from Civility Social House, An Nam, Tatte Bakery & Café, and Tribos Peri Peri. Miscela, Assembly Row’s new 500unit luxury apartment community, is currently leasing and just unveiled its new poolside and roof deck experience for the summer.
NAIOP: Retail, Industrial Sectors Converge Washington – A recent report published by the NAIOP Research Foundation finds that the pandemic and the e-commerce trends that preexisted it have led to a dramatic confluence of the industrial and retail real estate sectors. “The COVID-19 pandemic dramatically accelerated demand for e-commerce. Correspondingly, it accelerated demand for distribution space from which to fulfill purchases made online. These conditions have led developers in land-constrained markets to consider new formats for distribution buildings and pursue redevelopment projects that would not have been feasible before 2020,” according to New Places and New Spaces for E-commerce Distribution: Three Strategies Bringing Industrial and Retail Real Estate Closer Together. “At the same time, brick-and-mortar retailers have responded to customer preferences by expanding online order pickup services and shipping orders from retail stores. Together, these trends are contributing to the convergence of industrial and retail real estate, with implications for developers, investors and building owners,” according to the report. The report examines the risks and opportunities associated with three related strategies:
• Functionally obsolete shopping centers can be attractive targets for conversion to distribution space given their size and location. • Retailers are adding distribution capacity and online order pickup and return services to existing retail stores to enhance their customers’ shopping experience. • Some developers are pioneering mixeduse developments that collocate retail and industrial space. “No one is certain how quickly brightline distinctions between industrial and retail space will disappear, how market participants will react or how ESG initiatives will shape corporate real estate portfolios. However, it stands to reason that all these factors may influence the prospects of retail-to-industrial conversions, micro fulfillment from operational retail outlets, and mixed-use development that includes industrial and retail components. Real estate developers who are mindful of them may therefore succeed in such projects when others fail,” the report said. The report was written by Dustin C. Read, PhD/JD, who has two decades of experience conducting real estate research.
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August 2022
Jones Architecture Supports MiniLuxe Expansion Boston – Jones Architecture has designed a new prototype store for Boston-based nail care brand, MiniLuxe. With a mission to change the way customers view the beauty industry and create new standards for the salon environment, MiniLuxe is embarking on a national expansion. “We are excited to be able to partner with such a forwardlooking personal care company as they look to expand across the country,” said Rick Jones, founder and director of Jones Architecture. With cleanliness at the core of their mission, MiniLuxe aims to build confidence and self-respect through selfcare, for both their employees and their clients. A “kit of parts” package including guidelines, layout configurations and equipment standards is designed to help achieve these goals in a distinctive expression of the brand that emphasizes efficiency and comfort. Jones, along with with Commodore Builders, began working with MiniLuxe right before the pandemic. Since then, renovations to the brand’s Boston area locations include the Prudential and Coolidge Corner locations. Upcoming plans include stores in the Tampa/St. Petersburg, Fla. area.
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MJ Daly Celebrates 140 Years in Business
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Longevity in business is rare. According to Harvard Business Review, the average lifespan of businesses has fallen by 80% in the last 80 years (from 67 to 15 years). With this in mind, the staying power of MJ Daly is that much more impressive. This year, MJ Daly, LLC of Waterbury, Conn. is celebrating 140 years of providing mechanical contracting services to commercial and industrial buildings across New England. MJ Daly’s history starts with Michael Joseph Daly in 1882. It was then that he moved to Waterbury to make pipe and supply deliveries using horse-drawn trailers. The firm grew rapidly to eventually serve all of Connecticut and parts of New York, Massachusetts, and Rhode Island. Robert M. Bolton, CEO of Arden Building Companies, LLC, acquired MJ Daly in 2006. Today, MJ Daly is helmed by President Edward Carvalho. What do leaders of the organization attribute to their longevity? One of their key values is the importance of looking ahead and adjusting to changing requirements. According to a Harvard Business Review study, adjusting to the needs of the future is a key to establishing staying power in business.
“We’ve maintained 140 years in business, and we plan to go another 140 years,” said Carvalho. “By always looking ahead we’re sure to have the right solution for our customers, and we are always operating on the cutting edge.” MJ Daly’s Bank Street, Waterbury, CT original location
Left: Paul Evon, VP Fire Protection Center: Edward Carvalho, President Right: Dan Nelson, VP Mechanical Another key to the organization’s longevity is its ability to provide services across the range of needs. MJ Daly is a true one stop shop. It provides construction, service and maintenance for HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection systems, and is on the forefront of building automation control (BAC) technology. The company offers advanced engineering, 3D modeling, and design build capabilities. Facility managers will be the first to tell you that having a reliable service and maintenance provider is critical. MJ Daly’s comprehensive approach to service and maintenance often leads to lower operating costs, increased energy efficiency, extended equipment life and less planned downtime. MJ Daly’s building automation technology capabilities deliver on the efficiency demands of today’s most forward-thinking building operators and owners. They employ a team of engineers and certified technicians to
implement and manage BAC systems for new construction or retrofits. MJ Daly’s engineering capabilities are also impressive. They include system design, construction administration, and sprinkler system inspections and testing, among others. Their state-of-the-art 3D modeling and BIM capabilities provide a clash-free design model along with bid documents that address specific project needs. And their design-build capabilities help maximize productivity and remove the uncertainties that can be prevalent in traditional build environments. All of these capabilities would not be possible without the right workers and resources. MJ Daly is focused on delivering the highest quality workmanship and materials, and implementing strategic planning and processes into every job. MJ Daly serves a full range of markets that include biotech, commercial, education, and healthcare, among others. The company has developed processes and approaches designed to address the specific needs of each market. As they look to the future, management is constantly taking steps to invest in, embrace, and implement new technologies, equipment, processes and techniques. With this approach, MJ Daly is assured to be around for another 140 years.
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August 2022
Millbury Cannabis Facility Completed
GreenCare Collective’s new cannabis cultivation and dispensary facility in Millbury, Mass
growers to carefully tailor the light and fertigation that plants receive at each stage, which greatly increases crop yield, product quality and the efficiency of the cultivation process. The six grow rooms have walls and ceilings consisting of Norbec insulated metal panels and epoxy flooring, which
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Millbury, MA – Vantage Builders, Inc. announced it completed the build-out of a 100,000sf cannabis cultivation, product manufacturing and dispensary facility for GreenCare Collective (GCC), located at 12 Latti Farm Road in Millbury. Vantage Builders completely transformed the building, which formerly housed two manufacturing tenants, into a state-of-the-art grow facility featuring clone, mother, and vegetation rooms; six 9,500sf grow rooms; cultivation process rooms for drying, trimming, curing and packaging; secure vault storage; and a commercial kitchen for the creation of cannabis edibles. The second floor has corporate office space for GCC staff. A 2,000sf dispensary is located in the front of the building and is scheduled to open this summer. The facility includes a perpetual harvest system, which enables GCC to have plants continuously in both the flowering and vegetation stages. The perpetual harvest features GCC’s custom rolling tray system from EnviroTech Cultivation Solutions. Plants are seated in large, 15.5 foot long by 4 foot wide trays and are efficiently moved by GCC growers along wheeled conveyor racks through each stage in growth, from mother to vegetation and growth, right to processing. The process allows
help maintain the clean environment. Each grow room has 24 separate fertigation zones and four different lighting zones to maximize growth and healthy plants. Vantage Builders installed 2,200 LED lights from Revolution Microelectronics to create the proper grow conditions. The project included the installation of all new mechanical, electrical, plumbing and fire protection (MEP/FP) and HVAC infrastructure to meet the heavy systems demands of the cultivation facility. The building required a new electrical service power upgrade, including new outdoor switchgear with a CAT diesel backup generator. The main chiller plant features three Tecogen chillers, boilers and two large cooling towers that supply hot and cold-water loops for the building’s HVAC needs. The chiller plant consists of four modular sections that were assembled in Arizona, shipped to Millbury and carefully installed on a new, custom-built structural equipment pad. All aspects of the grow process – fertigation, lighting, temperature, and CO2 levels – are controlled by an intelligent Priva building management system
(BMS), while a second BMS provides control for the office and dispensary areas. Any odors created during the cannabis processing are eliminated by a Benzaco Scientific odor neutralization system. The build represents the largest cannabis project for Vantage Builders and is one of the largest cultivation facilities in Massachusetts. The project team included BKA Architects; BLW Engineers, MEP engineering; McClure Engineering, civil engineering; and Trinity Engineering, structural engineering.
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Dacon Completes Facility for Crate&Barrel, Sterling Movers
36 Executive Drive, Hudson, N.H.
Hudson, NH – Dacon has completed a 95,000sf expansion of 36 Executive Drive in Hudson, in response to market demand for warehouse and distribution space along the Massachusetts/New Hampshire border. The property is centrally located to Routes 3 and 495 in Sagamore Industrial Park. This expansion is now fully leased to Crate&Barrel which has earmarked this site as a customer pick-up center for northeast New England, and Sterling Movers which will utilize the space for transitional warehousing of client goods. With a concerted focus on sustainability across its 100 locations,
home decor store Crate&Barrel employs responsibly sourced packaging, sustainable forestry practices and is 100% LED lit. Sterling Movers provides end-to-end residential and commercial services for the healthcare, life science, technology, academic and manufacturing sectors. While it serves the New England region, its reach is national with services entailing moving, storage, specialty freight transportation, furniture installation and building decommissioning. The merits of this project rested on flexibility and feasibility: crafting a space to be responsive to a variety of tenant needs, increasing leasing capacity by 50%,
rapid timing, and realistic cost. Design elements include a high bay, 32 foot clearheight conventional structure with tilt-up concrete wall facade, high-performance
storefront glazing systems, two entrances, 11 egresses, a truck court accommodating 21 simultaneously loading vehicles, and dock levelers.
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Wychmere Beach Club Completes Construction Harwich Port, MA – Construction was recently completed at the Wychmere Beach Club on Cape Cod. The club held its first wedding reception at the newly constructed “Dune” event space in May. Wychmere Beach Club spans 20 oceanfront acres on Nantucket Sound and features event space, a private beach, sparkling pools, poolside bars and restaurants, and a tennis club. ReyCon field teams, led by Project Manager Greg Ginsburg, worked in collaboration with property owner Atlas Investment Group, the architecture and design team at GS Design Group Inc., and a team of subcontractors. ReyCon’s work at Wychmere consisted of ground up construction on the 35,000sf oceanfront wedding venue as well as adjacent pools, pool deck and bar/restaurant. “Dune” features panoramic ocean views accessible through expansive windows, balconies and a rooftop terrace with frameless glass walls. Outside, the beach club features two brand new grand pools, a kids pool and an extra-large hot tub. TrimBoard, Inc. partnered with the team on interior and exterior millwork including attached and freestanding pergolas. TrimBoard manufactured custom interior and exterior shiplap paneling to create the space. The landscaping is anchored by two 50 foot
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TrimBoard manufactured structural fiberglass custom pergolas designed to withstand the unpredictable wind and weather in this waterfront location. For the Beach Grille, a private restaurant on the property, TrimBoard partnered with StruXure, a provider of commercial smart pergolas with operable louvres that are adjustable for wind,
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said Mike Reynolds, president of ReyCon. “The Wychmere Beach Club is an absolute jewel and one of the truly special beach clubs and event venues not only on Cape Cod, but all of New England. I’m particularly proud of the fact that this project was initiated and developed during the challenging pandemic. Success on the project required creative problem solving and a tremendous team effort; everyone involved deserves credit for driving the program forward during uniquely difficult times.”
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Performance/Payment Bonds: Owner’s Concerns
By Girard R. Visconti On public works projects, many states, including Rhode Island and Massachusetts, require performance and payment bonds. A “statutory bond” should be pursuant to the state statute, i.e. citation and its general laws which mandates that a surety will be responsible for the performance of a construction contract as well as claims for labor and materials. Previously, the American Institute of Architects (AIA) utilized Form A311, which was a basic form and acceptable to many owners. The AIA developed Form A312, which is rather complicated, burdensome and has notice provisions as a prerequisite to recovering under the bond, and the failure to follow the strict notice provisions will result in the surety being absolved of all liability under the
bond. (See Seaboard Surety Company v. Town of Greenfield, 370 F.3d 215 (1st Cir. 2004)). On public works projects, the statutory bond form required should closely resemble the prior AIA A311 type bond, which is without many conditions to recovering against the bond. AIA A312 is not a statutory bond but is a common law bond that contains onerous and burdensome notice requirements that must be satisfied as a precondition to the surety’s liability under the bond. If the condition precedents are not satisfied, then the obligee/claimant cannot resort to the bond for recovery. The AIA A312 contains the following conditions:
Section 3: If there is no owner default under the construction contract, the surety’s obligation under this bond shall arise after: • The owner first provides notice to the contractor and the surety that the owner is considering declaring a contractor default. Such notice shall indicate whether the owner is requesting a conference among the owner, contractor and surety to discuss the contractor’s
performance. If the owner does not request a conference, the surety may, within five business days after receipt of the owner’s notice, request such a conference. If the surety timely requests a conference, the owner shall attend. Unless the owner agrees otherwise, any conference requested under this Section 3.1 shall be held within 10 business days of the surety’s receipt of the owner’s notice. If the owner, the contractor and the surety agree, the contractor shall be allowed a reasonable time to perform the construction contract, but such an agreement shall not waive the owner’s right, if any, subsequently to declare a contractor default; • The owner declares a contractor default, terminates the construction contract and notifies the surety; and • The owner has agreed to pay the balance of the contract price in accordance with the terms of the construction contract to the surety or to a contractor selected to perform the construction contract. The bond between the contractor and subcontractor contains similar conditions. For an owner to recover against a general contractor pursuant to the performance bond (or for a general
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contractor or CM to recover against a subcontractor’s performance bond using A312) the aforesaid conditions apply under Section 3 of AIA A312. Pursuing the surety under the A312 bond requires notification to the surety that the owner or contractor is considering declaring a default and requesting a conference and thereafter, the owner or contractor declares the contractor or subcontractor in default and terminates the agreement and notifies the surety and the owner or contractor has agreed to pay the balance of the contract price. If the owner or contractor does not comply with the strict requirements, the surety bond may be voided. Such is the matter of Seaboard Surety as noted, plus the First Circuit’s recent opinion of Arch Insurance Company v. The Graphic Builders LLC. (Case No. 21-1126), whereby the court noted that the claimant declared the subcontractor in default but did not terminate the subcontractor and never agreed to pay Arch, the surety, any portion of the contract price. Further, in this case, the contractor failed to terminate the continued to page 34
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Mixed-Use Middleton Commercial Building Completed Middleton, MA – Connolly Brothers, Inc. announced it has completed the construction of a 56,000sf multi-tenant commercial building, Stone Ridge, for Richardson Green Inc., a family-run real estate business with commercial office buildings located throughout Massachusetts’ North Shore. Located in Middleton, Stone Ridge features the capacity to serve businesses in need of retail, light industrial, warehouse/distribution, R&D, flex, and/ or office space. Coordinating closely with the town of Middleton, Connolly Brothers provided pre-construction, design, engineering, and construction management services on the project, with the design team emphasizing flexibility by pairing manufacturing needs such as high-bay warehouse space with modern office facilities. As Stone Ridge’s name suggests, the project involved clearing the site of a significant amount of rock before concrete could be poured and steel could be erected. The finished colonial building features a 35-foot glass atrium and a brick facade adorned with antiquestyle hanging lanterns, as well as heavy
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power, energy-efficient lighting, and the ability to customize interiors to tenant specifications. The project team included BLW Engineers, mechanical, electrical, and plumbing; The Morin-Cameron Group,
Inc., civil engineering; JSN Associates, LLC, structural engineering; Manter Company, Inc., site work; and D. . Plumbing, D&D Electrical, and Hall Sheetmetal Works, HVAC/mechanical. “Richardson Green had a clear vision
for a building that would be attractive to a broad swath of commercial tenants in this convenient location,” said Connolly Brothers president, Jay Connolly. “It was our pleasure to again collaborate with them from start to finish to execute that vision.”
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JMB Completes Electrical Fit-out of Amazon Office Tower Boston – J&M Brown Company, Inc. (JMB) has completed the comprehensive electrical construction of Amazon’s new 17-floor, 430,000sf office tower located at 111 Harbor Way (Parcel L4) in Boston’s Seaport District. The NECA contractor met an accelerated 9-month project schedule, effectively managing procurement and delivery of the extensive electrical equipment and commodities packages during the two-phase project. Amazon took occupancy of the lobby and floors 3 through 9 in February, and floors 10 through 17 in June. Utilization of 3D BIM coordination and prefabrication were keys to the efficiency of the project, as the facility’s open-ceiling design required wiring to be installed in hard conduit on 16 floors. Project coordination between general contractor Turner Construction, JMB, and multiple trade subcontractors was critical in meeting the fast-track schedule. MB worked methodically with multiple crews to ensure all electrical systems were roughed-in, inspected, installed and commissioned as planned. The electrical project scope entailed JMB’s installation of the electrical
distribution system via a new 5-section, free-standing 200 VA PS. The project also comprised installation of an elaborate energy-efficient LED lighting package, which includes more than 75 types of lighting fixtures. Lighting is controlled via a state-of-the-art, networked Lutron lighting control system. Spectrum Integrated Technologies, the low-voltage division of JMB, provided all tel-data network installations at the Amazon facility. The JMB and Spectrum project teams, headed by Dennis Nigro, r., VP – special projects group; project manager Dave Marchand; and general foremen Frank DeFrancesco and Eric Wallace; along with project manager Randy Silva, Spectrum, supervised a crew of 51 IBEW Local 103 electricians and technicians at peak construction. Amazon employs a staff of approximately 2,000 workers in its new Boston Seaport facility. The Amazon team’s work at the Seaport tower is focused on artificial intelligence technology, robotics engineering, and machine learning in support of Alexa, Amazon Pharmacy, Amazon Web Services, and Amazon Devices.
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BPDA Approves New Developments Boston – The Boston Planning & Development Agency (BPDA) board of directors recently approved four new development projects representing over 1.7 million sq. ft. The new projects will create 388 residential units, 94 of which will be designated income-restricted, and will support hundreds of construction jobs and more than 3,000 permanent jobs. Following an 18 month community engagement process, the Harvard Enterprise Research Campus Phase A will build a brand new mixed-use development consisting of new housing, office/lab space, a hotel, conference center, restaurant, and retail space, along with nearly three acres of public open space. Of the 345 units of housing, 25%, or 86 units, will be income-restricted. Harvard will also contribute $25 million to establish an Allston-Brighton Affordable Housing Fund that will support affordable housing, affordable homeownership, and housing preservation in the neighborhood. Phase A will also create the Allston Greenway, eventually connecting to the west to Ray Mellone Park and east toward Soldiers Field Road. The project at 701 Congress Street Parcel H, also known as Seaport Circle, will transform a parking lot into a 13 story lab/research and development facility on the South Boston Waterfront, which will also contain retail space. Training rooms, simulation labs, meeting rooms and office space will provide nonprofits and interested user groups with educational and training space. Seaport Circle will build a new station at the Silver Line Way stop, and enhance the public realm to respond to the growing transportation needs from the Raymond L. Flynn Marine Park. The new 4-story project at 4011-4019 Washington Street in Roslindale will be designed to encourage alternate forms of transportation, with close proximity to public transportation, a Bluebikes station, ipCar, and bike storage and parking.
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The project will build 19 homeownership units, four of which are income-restricted, as well as retail space. This building will be environmentally conscious, including a green roof to reduce building energy costs and slow stormwater runoff, and energy conservation efforts that will reduce the urban heat island effect and greenhouse gas emissions. The project will also make public realm improvements to Washington and Lesher Streets. Located in Dorchester, the project at 1153 Washington Street will build a new mixed-use, 4-story development with 24 rental units and ground floor commercial space. Four of the residential units will be income-restricted. The development will contribute 45,000 to the Parks and Recreation Department to support nearby Dorchester Park and WM. Gary Walsh Playground. Additionally, the BPDA has adopted a
new decarbonization strategy to achieve zero net carbon emissions at all BPDAowned properties. The strategy builds on Carbon Free Boston and the Climate Action Plan Update, the City of Boston’s initiative to achieve carbon neutrality by
2050. The BPDA has laid out strategies that align with the various types of real estate assets in the agency’s portfolio. All improvements and renovations will be made while supporting local and nonprofit BPDA tenants.
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Multi-Residential Grand Opening Held for Holtzer Park Boston – The Boston Housing Authority (BHA), The Community Builders (TCB), and Jamaica Plain Neighborhood Development Corporation (JPNDC) recently joined rban Edge to mark the grand opening of Holtzer Park in amaica Plain with a ribbon cutting celebration. Project partners and stakeholders; community leaders; and officials from local, state, and federal housing agencies; also were in attendance for the milestone event in the redevelopment and expansion of the BHA’s Amory Street campus. rban Edge’s Holtzer Park provides 62 affordable rental homes designed to meet the needs of individuals and families in the Jamaica Plain community. The project includes nine single-bedroom, 37 twobedroom, and 16 three-bedroom homes. All of the apartments are affordable, with 21 of the units targeting households at 30% of the Area Median Income (AMI) and 41 units slated for those up to 60% AMI. Fourteen of the units are designated for formerly homeless families, for those with disabilities, or for people accessing services through the Department of Mental Health. The project is a green development and achieved LEED
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Platinum certifiability. Other project partners on Holtzer Park included architectural firm ICON Architecture; general contractor NEI General Contracting; Klein Hornig LLP, legal counsel; and Munkenbeck Consulting, owner’s construction representative. TCB is serving as
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Ribbon Cutting Held for Affordable Housing Complex
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Peabody, MA – WinnCompanies recently celebrated the completion of an extensive 49.3 million rehabilitation project to repair and modernize a 284unit affordable housing community built inside a historic former leather tannery in Peabody. The ribbon-cutting ceremony at The Tannery, now renamed Preserve North, culminates an effort that began in the fall of 2018 when Massachusetts housing officials asked WinnCompanies to try to acquire the four-building complex to
prevent it from being sold to a market rate developer, as deed-restricted affordability protections for its residents expired. WinnCompanies agreed to pursue the property in October 2018 and, with financing from MassHousing, purchased it in July 2019 in a transaction that extended the community’s affordability provisions for a minimum of 45 years. At the center of the 289,000sf campus is a 3-story community building connected to two 7-story brick apartment buildings via enclosed skybridges. An additional
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video intercoms and security systems in resident apartments. The property’s first-ever tenant lounge, fitness center and mail room were built in the community building, along with an expanded laundry room. Outside, workers built a new courtyard and improved landscaping and parking. Keith Construction served as general contractor for the project and The Architectural Team served as architect.
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Marr Provides Access at The St. Regis Residences Boston – The St. Regis Residences, Boston, a 22-story residential tower, is currently under construction at the former location of The Whiskey Priest on the Seaport’s waterfront. The tower will consist of 114 units with floor-to-ceiling windows offering expansive views of Boston Harbor and the Seaport. The curved, fan-shaped building is noteworthy with many of its elevations sloping in or out from the roofline to the ground.
The St. Regis Residences, Boston, a 22-story residential tower, is currently under construction at the former location of The Whiskey Priest on the Seaport’s waterfront. The tower will consist of 114 units with floor-to-ceiling windows offering expansive views of Boston Harbor and the Seaport.
Marr Scaffolding Company’s (MSC) Aerial Lifts Division is installing a suspended scaffold work platform for aras & aras to infill crane tie locations and for the installation of replacement glass panels. Given the uniqueness of the cascading balconies and facade angles that slope inward and outward from the building, Marr provided custom rigging solutions to contend with the building’s design. As the work progresses, numerous adjustments to the roof rigging will be made to ensure the platform is positioned appropriately from all angles, allowing for safe and efficient access to workers. MSC’s Mast Climber Division provided a single, electric mast climbing platform on the building’s facade for additional glass panel installation. The machine is 60 feet long and can travel 240 feet at a speed of 30 feet/minute. The mast climbing platform can handle loads up to 6,000 pounds. Both the suspended scaffolding and the mast climbing platform will remain in use for the next few months. Additionally, Marr Crane & Rigging provided a personnel and material hoist for general contractor John Moriarty & Associates. The twin Alimak was in use for 11 months. The St. Regis Residences is slated to open its doors to occupants this fall.
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Groom Construction Celebrates Anchor Point Ribbon-Cutting Beverly, MA – Harborlight Homes (formerly Harborlight Community Partners), in partnership with SV Design, Groom Construction and the City of Beverly, celebrated the opening of Anchor Point (Phase 1), a 77-unit affordable housing community at 108 Sohier Road in Beverly, with a ribbon cutting on July 29. Under construction for the past year and under development for more than five years, this celebration coincides with the completion of Phase 1, 38 affordable apartment homes on a 5-acre development serving essential workers and their families, as well as families affected by homelessness. Phase 2 will add an additional 39 homes. The project is result of a Memorandum of Understanding entered into by the mayors of Beverly, Salem and Peabody to create more affordable homes in these communities. A local zoning adoption in favor of multi-family housing led to this community asset that creates homes for families who would otherwise be displaced by out of reach market rate rents on the North Shore. “Anchor Point is the manifestation of what we at Harborlight believe affordable homes should be: beautiful, energy efficient, dignified, service enriched, and economically accessible,” said Andrew DeFranza, executive director for
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Harborlight Homes. “Workers we rely on every day cannot afford to live here. This challenges us to create spaces that mitigate housing insecurity and promote equity and inclusion in our region. Anchor Point achieves this, while also serving as an example of how bold, local action can uplift our communities overall.” Anchor Point will open its doors to new residents in August. The two- and three-bedroom units are designed with energy efficient appliances, windows, and lighting; high efficiency heating and
cooling systems; solar panels; and water conservation sensor fixtures. Depending on the availability of state funding, Phase 2 is anticipated to break ground in 2023 with construction of the remaining 39 units. An additional third building on the campus, The Lighthouse Center (TLC), will be the heart of Anchor Point, providing on-site childcare, after school programming, adult education, a teaching kitchen, financial counseling, health care visits and more. The campus, along with TLC, will offer community
gathering areas, playgrounds, walking paths, community gardens, and a playing field. “Communities that combine quality living with on-site skilled services are a focus for our company and something that we hope to develop more of in the future,” said David Groom, principal at Groom Construction. “We are proud to partner once again with Harborlight Community Partners and the SV Design team on such an impactful project for our community. “
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QA+M Architecture recently merged with Moser Pilon Nelson Architects from Wethersfield, Conn., joining together two of the top ten architectural firms in the greater Hartford Region. The merger expands a wealth of healthcare knowledge and experience throughout New England to create a team with the ability to provide design services for all types of healthcare projects. We recently chatted with client Donna Rizzio, CEO of Hartford Orthopedic Surgeons, about the multiple healthcare locations designed by QA+M. Our design solutions needed to fulfill her mission to demonstrate Hartford Orthopedics’ level of care through supportive and welcoming places. In this conversation, we reflected on how design influences the practitioner and patient experience. Here’s what she had to say: QA+M: Can you share examples of patient and practitioner satisfaction related to design?
Donna Rizzio: Absolutely. We gave much thought to each location, its clientele, and practitioners. The facility
QA+M: What was the most challenging aspect of the design process?
DR: Timing the move-in dates and coordinating all the details required to get the site up and running. Everything from the final construction punch list to furniture and equipment and IT delivery and set-up must be carefully timed and planned for minimal patient disruption. If a location is moving from one facility to another, the lease ending schedule must be carefully planned and maintained.
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design contributes to the overall patient experience and ultimately their pleasure with our practices. The non-clinical welcoming environments decreases patient nervousness. Patients are pleasantly surprised by the ambiance of each facility. Paint color names are often requested by patients – a true testament to their fondness for the interior if they want to bring the office’s colors home
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QA+M: How do you think layout effects the patient and provider experience?
DR: The patient experience is hinged on the thoughtful placement of patient centric spaces such as the check in and check out desks, restrooms, and exam and -ray room proximity to the waiting areas. Combined with strategic placement of signage, patients can easily navigate each site regardless of layout. The proximity of exam and procedure rooms to physician and medical assistant workspaces provides efficiencies for staff, resulting in reduced waiting time for patients. The layout of the facility ultimately projects confidence and ease for patient care. QA+M: From initial space planning, interior finish selections, through construction to final occupancy, what is your favorite part of the design process?
DR: It’s actually the entire process. From working lunches to discussing possible sites to test fitting possible layouts, to interior finish and artwork selection. Each experience is meaningful. I love when the floor plan is worked out and feels “just right.”
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QA+M: Which site and design are you most proud of?
DR: They all turned out fantastic and I must admit the Rocky Hill location is my favorite. It was the third office we collaborated with QA+M on and it includes a progression of ideas and standard design tenets that were incorporated in previous facilities. At QA+M, healthcare design is led by Principal Jim Bell, AIA, ACHA. The Hartford Orthopedic projects were led by Interior Design Director and Associate Principal Rebecca Sarkosi, IIDA. Hartford Healthcare’s new West Hartford location was managed by Associate Principal Angela Cahill, AIA.
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Life Sciences Dacon, DiMella Shaffer Complete Vedanta Biosciences Facility Cambridge, MA – Dacon Corporation has completed construction on Vedanta Biosciences’ new facility designed by DiMella Shaffer. A clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing oral therapies based on defined bacterial consortia, Vedanta’s drug candidates use human commensal bacteria to treat diseases associated with the disruption of the human gut microbiome. The new facility houses endto-end CGMP manufacturing capabilities for multiple drug candidates from clinical development to commercial launch in a manner that is compliant with global regulatory standards. Founded in 2010, Vedanta was one of the first life sciences firms to manufacture CGMP-grade defined bacterial consortia in powdered form. Today it has completed over 200 successful CGMP runs and advanced five drug candidates into the clinic. Currently it is planning a Phase 3 study for its lead candidate VE303 in high risk Clostridioides difficile infection (CDI). “We believe that taking a targeted approach to modulation of the human microbiota, using rigorously controlled and defined pharmaceutical-grade
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compositions with consistent quality attributes at a large scale.” Comments Kevin Quinn, Dacon’s CEO, “Vedanta’s work is both pioneering and fascinating. Their excitement is tangible onsite, with promising results from clinical studies that are invoking hope for those suffering from serious diseases.”
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STEM Solutions Completes ProtaGene Lab
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Burlington, MA – STEM Solutions, LLC recently completed work on ProtaGene’s new lab at the new Burlington Bio Center, located at 4 Burlington Woods in Burlington. ProtaGene is a CRO partner for the cell and gene therapy and
biopharmaceutical industries. “STEM was a pleasure to work with on this project,” said Steve Cooke, senior project manager for PIDC Construction, the general contracting firm heading up the renovation of the center and lab
build out. “STEM Solutions provided and installed fume hoods, stainless steel sink bases, painted steel casework, electrical ceiling panels, epoxy counters, cylinder racks, and gas plumbing.”
The lab was designed by Jacobs, who focused on taking advantage of the building’s natural light sources and natural setting to complete the space.
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Corporate Ebbrell Designs TraceLink Corporate Headquarters Wilmington, MA – Ebbrell Architecture + Design announced it designed supply chain software company TraceLink’s new 70,000sf global corporate headquarters in Wilmington, which opened in the spring. VBA Construction Management was the builder on the project. TraceLink began designing its new headquarters in December 2020, which the company’s representatives said was a challenging endeavor mid-pandemic, in needing to anticipate the unknowns of the future of the workplace while addressing the company’s need to relocate. The design team at Ebbrell, led by interior designer Jessica Cargile, NDICQ, LEED AP, said they knew that TraceLink wanted a flexible/hybrid workspace that could accommodate 65-70% of its workforce at once. “They didn’t want a sea of workstations,” said Cargile. “By creating five pods that each included breakout spaces, private telephone rooms, conference and copy areas, and a kitchen, each team has its own area, but no one feels left out or like they don’t have the same amenities as another group because it’s all equal, while still providing variety
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throughout the space.” Miika Ebbrell, AIA, LEED AP, founder and principal of Ebbrell Architecture + Design, said, “Our goal was to foster employee engagement with
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JME Opens Innovation Center in Woburn
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Woburn, MA – As part of its ongoing expansion strategy, M Electrical Company, Inc. (JME) unveiled the new JME Innovation Center on June 30 in Woburn. The center includes 10,000sf of workshop and storage space, an additional 5,000sf of dedicated training and office space, and a conference room where clients and JME colleagues can meet and collaborate. The building, a former machine shop, has been completely overhauled and now features many energysaving systems, from LED lighting with occupancy sensors to insulated roofing. This new facility was designed to house all offsite prefabrication projects, from the production of wiring assemblies to full panel prefabrication. Managed by a full-time team, the JME Innovation Center will help streamline projects,
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minimize work on job sites, and introduce greater efficiencies. The new building, which is easily accessible from Routes 93 and 95, offers 24-hour drop-off and pickup for deliveries. JME leadership believes that as much as 50% of all projects will benefit
NE Firm Expands to Texas Boston – NEI General Contracting announced the opening of a new office in the Houston area to support its Southwest operations. Led by project executive, Mike Myers, the office is located at 13360 S. Gessner Road in Missouri City, Texas. “As part of our continued growth, we are excited to open our new office in the Houston area, where we will continue to offer general contracting services, specializing in affordable housing with extensive experience in ground-up, moderate rehab, elderly, veteran, historic rehab, historic tax credit and tax credit projects,” said Joe Rettman, president of NEI. “In addition, we are proud to have Mike Myers leading this new venture. We are confident in Mike’s proven leadership ability coupled with his keen business sense and industry insight to competitively position NEI to drive our growth across the Southwest.” The Texas office features an expert team of professionals that serve clients across the Southwest U.S. by delivering high quality service in the affordable housing market. NEI’s Southwest portfolio includes two senior living facility rehabs including Elevation Financial Group’s 170-unit Serenity at Dallas, and the
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from the services provided at this new facility. “We believe this new venture will increase productivity by creating greater efficiencies, abbreviating project timelines, and allowing for work schedules that accommodate the changing needs of our employees, all in a safe, controlled environment,” said Matthew Guarracino, principal and CEO at ME. “Equally important, prefabrication and modular
construction offer many green’ benefits, including the ability to recycle materials more easily while also eliminating waste.” “With an emphasis on precise advanced planning, prefabrication is both innovative and economical, allowing for greater consistency and uniformity,” said Adam Palmer, director of operations and project executive at ME. “Our commitment to the prefabrication process will allow us to assemble countless components offsite – from Terminal Box Controllers to Full DDC Panels – and deliver completed units to the job site for installation. This will expedite project timelines by allowing us to work simultaneously on-site and at our facility.” In addition to offering new services, the company will be adding staff to meet growing demand from commercial contractors. The new facility will allow ME to hire additional staff, expand its apprenticeship program, and give students real-world experience.
Performance/Payment Bonds: Owner’s Concerns continued from page 20 subcontractor “if it sought recourse for the default from Arch.” The Massachusetts court stated:
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180-unit Serenity at Briarcrest located in Bryan, Texas. Between the two projects, NEI worked closely with the client from conception to completion, developing creative solutions to the challenges presented with converting assisted-living environments into independent senior living communities. NEI is currently hiring project superintendents, project admins, project managers, and estimators. NEI prioritizes equity and inclusion with initiatives that are designed to engage and maximize the participation of diverse local contractors and community-based workforce on all of its construction projects.
“We acknowledge the difficulty contractors may face in navigating between the risk of premature termination of a subcontractor and the risk of failing to comply with the requirements of Section 3 of the A312 Performance Bond.” And further that, “Pursuant to the unambiguous language of the performance bond, any obligation of Arch to provide the window warranty was condition on Graphic’s termination of RCM, an action Graphic chose not to take.” And further that, “The performance bond required Graphics to terminate RCM to trigger Arch’s obligation to provide a window warranty…” Conclusion
Utilization of the A312 has a burdensome responsibility of an owner pursuing a
surety in relation to a general contractor or CM’s bond or a general contractor or CM’s pursuit of a subcontractor in relation to the AIA A312 bond. To effectuate coverage under the AIA A312, it is clear from the cases that the owner or contractor must declare that the general or subcontractor is in default and terminates the contractor or subcontractor as the case may be and agrees to pay the balance of the contract price and to the surety in accordance with the terms of the contract. Termination of a contractor or subcontractor is fraught with risks in that there must be “justifiable termination,” a fact-finding issue to be determined by a court or arbitrator. Thus, it is this author’s opinion that the A312 should not be utilized by an owner either as a public entity or private entity and that a simple statutory or simple surety bond without the three-step process as noted in the AIA A312 be utilized. Girard isconti s is partner at a age aw artners
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Green AIA Report Examines Resiliency, Sustainability in the Built Environment Washington – A study published by the American Institute of Architects (AIA), in partnership with Owens Corning, is shedding light on resiliency and sustainability in the built environment. The study, entitled Resiliency in the Built Environment, assesses the current state and best practices for increasing resiliency and sustainability in design and construction. The report also provides actionable insights into how to best improve resiliency and sustainability from design through construction by surveying three key audiences: architects, general contractors, and clients, including owners and developers. “Successfully addressing the threat posed by climate change requires a comprehensive and coordinated effort that is informed by the best data available,” said AIA EVP/CEO, Lakisha Ann Woods, CAE. “This report is part of AIA’s ongoing commitment to supporting our members by providing economic and market research that helps them navigate challenging times as well as help them lead efforts to address the climate crisis.” Areas of focus include:
• The role of building codes, clients’ expectations, and specification requirements that drive resiliency in design. • How is resiliency reinforced through practices like material replacement strategy and resilient design strategies? • Where are the biggest gaps in expertise about resiliency in construction, and how can they be filled • How do long-term and short-term incentives determine the level of resiliency for a given project? • How is resiliency considered when selecting building products and materials? • Which hazards and risks are most commonly taken into account in design Key findings of the report include:
• Few projects and properties are reported as being built beyond code: Only a little over a quarter of architects and contractors report their projects are going beyond code. Even fewer clients are reporting the same. In fact, most projects and properties are being built to the codes that were adopted at the time of the project. • Contractors and clients believe that building to code is sufficient to ensure resilience, but architects disagree: In one of the starkest areas of disagreement in the study, contractors and clients
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firmly believe that building to the current code will ensure resilient properties. This may explain why few of them have built beyond code despite concerns around hazards reported in this study. Architects, however, see how insufficient codes are in ensuring that a building will be able to withstand all the hazards that it may be exposed to. This gap provides notable room for architects to influence their clients, if they can convince them that code is not sufficient to ensure the resilience of their buildings and properties. • Up-front costs are deemed important considerations to project design decisions and product selection, particularly for architects and developers. However, building owners diverge in perspective: The drive to a more resilient built environment will start with building owners who have long-term investments in mind. • Stronger building codes and standards will drive resiliency, but so will making the business case to clients: For nearly all study respondents across industry audiences, codes and standards are influencing resiliency in projects and properties. However, clients are as influential in architect and contractor decisions on whether to design or build with increased resiliency. And for clients, other than codes, a strong majority of them also consider reduced liability,
increased market value, and end-of-life concerns when thinking about levels of resiliency in their projects. Architects and contractors can use these influence
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University Completes Sustainability Project Hingham, MA – Mantis Innovation, provider of smart, sustainable solutions to improve facility performance, announced the completion of a comprehensive energy efficiency project designed and engineered for the University of Hartford. This project helps the university meet its sustainability goals while decreasing costs by nearly $1 million annually. The University of Hartford pursued a comprehensive efficiency project to reduce the campus’ carbon footprint, lower energy costs, and decrease maintenance costs. Mantis Innovation designed a three-measure project for the campus based around LED lighting, controls, and HVAC. The complete overhaul and upgrades are expected to save the University of Hartford an estimated 5.3 million kWh annually, equaling an estimated savings of 955,000. The kWh savings seen through this project are equivalent to taking roughly 800 cars off the road every year. With this project engineered by Mantis Innovation, the campus will now feature:
• Modern LED lighting fixtures across campus • Occupancy sensors to reduce light usage when rooms or halls are empty • Rooftop unit optimization using sensors to setback units, resulting in units running when needed versus constantly • Daylight sensors to reduce light usage based on availability of natural sunlight These solutions lower the university’s energy usage, ultimately reducing its environmental impact while improving aesthetics, comfort, and facility control. “We are thrilled to have completed a project that not only addresses our sustainability mission and goals, but also lowers our annual energy and maintenance costs,” said Chris Dupuis, associate vice president, capital planning and management at the University of Hartford. “These savings give us the opportunity to reinvest this money into other benefits for our student body. The work done by Mantis Innovation brings our campus one step closer to reducing our carbon footprint, a top priority for the school.”
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Washington – The Urban Land Institute’s Greenprint Center for Building Performance (ULI Greenprint) announced that its membership has grown to include more than 70 private companies. ULI Greenprint is a global alliance of real estate owners and investors dedicated to reducing carbon and achieving net zero by incorporating sustainability into all aspects of their building portfolios. Through measurement, benchmarking, knowledge sharing, and implementation of best practices, ULI Greenprint members strive to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030 and achieve net zero carbon emissions by 2050 for buildings under operational control. “Never before has it been a greater priority for real estate to address climate change through ESG and sustainability programs across geographies, sectors, and portfolios. The addition of these new members is a sign of the times and a testament to the collective goals of decreasing carbon emissions and increasing asset value across the industry,” said Marta Schantz, senior vice president of the ULI Greenprint Center for Building Performance. The addition of these members grows the program’s ability to accelerate decarbonization in the industry by diversifying the program’s reach across
property types, geographies, portfolio sizes, and levels of ESG experience. The cumulative holdings of ULI Greenprint members total more than 18,000 properties in the Americas, Europe, and Asia Pacific regions with a value of more than 1.4 trillion. Over the past year, the following companies have joined ULI Greenprint: Alex Brown Realty, Inc.; AEW; American Realty Advisors; Ascentris; Atlanta Property Group; AvalonBay Communities; Barings; BentallGreen Oak; Bridge Industrial; Cabot Properties; Crow Holdings; Drake Real Estate Partners; E T Exeter; Equity Residential; Fairfield Residential; Hang Lung Properties; James Campbell Company; Kayne Anderson Capital Advisors, L.P.; Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P.; MetLife Investment Management; Paramount Group; Pembroke; StreetWorks Development; TA Realty; nico Properties; and WashREIT.
being mindful of COVID-19 and health concerns. Cargile said, “We used an open ceiling concept with acoustical baffles throughout the space, with ample spacing for the workstations, which provide individual privacy for the staff. We ensured daylight was maximized throughout the office, incorporated fresh air design through the use of improved HVAC filtration, and added room for live plants in the design.” Jennifer Bozec, facilities manager at TraceLink, pointed to the interior staircase as a great multi-purpose design element. “Not having to share elevators with other building occupants improves COVID safety and being in one contained space with one entrance improves security,” said Bozec. “The custom millwork, planters, and lounge space around it makes it welcoming and a wonderful gathering space for relaxing and small group work.” With room for just 285 of its 400 employees, TraceLink incorporated the use of a software-based desk reservation system to manage demand. Putnam said the system has other advantages as well. He commented, “For safety’s sake, in the
event of an emergency, fire or disaster, we know who is in the building and where.” Putnam said his favorite aspects of the design are the areas of interconnection throughout the open-concept and the flexible arrangement. “We believe we have given our employees all the office options to work comfortably, safely and productively,” Putnam added.
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A Holistic Approach to Affordable Housing in Boston
By Paul Ognibene Over the course of my career in real estate development, I have had the opportunity to speak with thought leaders regarding our industry and its potential to have a positive impact on communities. One of the most prevailing conversations has been the issue of affordable housing. In the Boston area and key locations throughout our nation, many citizens have struggled to find affordable, accessible housing options despite working hard in pursuit of the American dream, and this was a key to my decision to start Boston Partnership for Community Reinvestment (BPCR). The BPCR was founded in collaboration with a business partner of mine, Ralph Parent, and his Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) development
firm, Parent Diamond, to address the issue of affordable housing in our area. We realized that the City of Boston was offering for sale numerous housing sites scattered throughout the city, including vacant lots in Dorchester, Roxbury, and Mattapan. Utilizing these sites, our goal was to construct affordable properties thoughtfully and quickly, which would require assistance from a wide variety of local, minority vendors and builders to facilitate. One of the issues with the original Requests for Proposals that were issued by Boston’s Department of Neighborhood Development (DND) was that they could not be processed quickly enough to address the growing need for affordable housing in the area. As a result, land would remain undeveloped rather than be revitalized to contribute to the inventory of affordable housing. This is where BPCR’s plan to streamline the process came in. Through the assistance from experts within the MBE and Women Business Enterprise (WBE) communities, we developed a framework for controlled, specialized mass production of affordable properties.
Maxime Charles, CEO of Massachusetts Construction & Management, has been instrumental to the team, as he has helped facilitate the production of affordable properties at the scale necessary for BPCR’s plans. Currently, we have already begun production of our first set of singlefamily homes within Dorchester and we have plans to begin a second group of home sites in short order as well. No project is too small or large in our eyes – with our committed team of experts, many great things are possible. The BPCR is committed to doing voluntarily in the private sector what is now mandatory for developing public sector housing. In both, the BPCR is implementing sustainable Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DE&I) programs that link large well-established contractors with smaller less-experienced minority builders for substantial portions of the work. The BPCR’s model projects a minimum of 30% of total construction budgets to be allocated for MBE, WBE, and other often-overlooked minority and women contractors. Strategies for encouraging micro-equity investment
participation in our developments is also one of our tools for wealth creation throughout the community. Through our approach, we intend to not only create affordable housing, but to create an economic development engine. As such, we aim to keep as much of the money spent on development circulating within the neighborhood. The idea is that properly uplifting our local communities cannot simply be done through affordable housing alone. When citizens see economic opportunities within their own neighborhoods, it contributes to their pride in their hometowns, economic stability, and mental wellness. In many ways, our goal for this partnership goes beyond the issue of affordable housing and into what a stable place to live means for so many of us. BPCR does not just want to connect individuals with properties they can afford, but also use these revitalization efforts as steppingstones to address the intersect between access to affordable housing and a path toward economic success. aul gnibene is founder and of rban paces
NEI Honored with ‘Racial Equity and Inclusion Excellence’ Award Boston – NEI General Contracting announced it was honored with a Racial Equity and Inclusion Excellence Award from the Massachusetts Housing Investment Corporation (MHIC) for its impact on the Olmsted Green 100-unit rental project. NEI and the developer, Lena New Boston, LLC, were recognized at their annual meeting at the Omni Parker House in Boston in une. Offering apartments for rent, homeownership opportunities, and a mix of flats and townhomes, Olmsted Green is a 42-acre landscaped community located six miles from Downtown Boston in Mattapan. “Olmsted Green is an exceptional example of what is possible when development teams prioritize racial equity and inclusion and follow industryproven best practices to achieve results,” said Travis Watson, director of racial equity and community engagement at MHIC. “The Olmsted Green team believed that the most successful projects reflect the community’s vision and that developing long-term, capacity-building relationships with Black and brown contractors and workers will help to chip away at the racial wealth gap. NEI awarded $11.7 million, or nearly half of the construction contracts, to Black
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and brown-owned businesses and they directed 68% of the construction hours to Black and brown workers.” The redevelopment of Olmsted Green, the former Boston State Hospital site, creates over 500 mixed-income units as the first workforce housing homeownership project funded by MassHousing’s Opportunity Fund, the
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City of Boston’s Office of Neighborhood Development, and the Neighborhood Housing Trust. The project is designed to be a 21st century transit-oriented and energy efficient community. “This award reinforces NEI’s solid foundation in community engagement and workforce development while monitoring and overseeing diverse worker
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Employers: The Time is Ripe for Employment-related Management Trainings
By Michelle De Oliveira Employment law is constantly changing as courts issue groundbreaking decisions, and new statutes are enacted at both the state and federal level. For this reason, the importance of regularly conducting employment-related risk management trainings for a company’s management team has become critically important. Below are some examples. The Massachusetts Wage Act and the Costly Consequences for Violations
The recent Massachusetts Wage Act decision in Reuter v. City of Methuen will have the following significant implication for employers moving forward: An employer that terminates an employee and does not pay the employee in full for all wages earned through the employee’s termination date on the actual termination date may be liable for three times the
employee’s unpaid wages, plus attorney’s fees and costs. Better yet, the employer will be exposed to treble damages, attorney’s fees and costs if the discharged employee enforces their rights under the Wage Act by, for example, retaining counsel or filing a lawsuit. Accordingly, potential costs associated with Wage Act claims and defending such claims could be significant. Not only can the company be sued, but the Wage Act may also trigger personal liability as it states, among other things, that “the president and treasurer of a corporation and any officers or agents having the management of such corporation” may be held liable for violations of the Wage Act. In other words, owners and officers, among others, can be individually sued or held liable for potential Wage Act violations. To that end, employers should strongly consider conducting management trainings to emphasize the importance of properly handling employee terminations and the timely payment of wages. The time is ripe for such trainings. Preventing and Addressing Workplace Harassment
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conducting workplace trainings on how to prevent and address workplace discrimination and harassment. At almost every training, we find that there is always a manager (or two) who does not understand their company’s policies relating to harassment and discrimination. This is a potential costly mistake for employers. Discrimination and harassment trainings are a terrific tool and resource to ensure that managers are well-versed on company policy, and that they will know, among other things, how to enforce company policy and respond to any issues that may arise in the workplace. Ensuring that management teams have this understanding and knowledge is critical for employers. In 2020, there were 2,223 complaints filed at the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination relating to allegations of employment discrimination or harassment, and in 2021, there were 1958 complaints filed. As to filings on the federal level, with the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission there were 67,448 claims filed in 2020 and 61,331 claims filed in 2021. Although trainings are not guaranteed to eliminate the possibility of a lawsuit,
they offer a cost-effective and proactive approach toward preventing or minimizing such claims, and employers should consider implementing such trainings regularly. Adhering to the Personnel Records Statutes and Understanding an Employee’s Right to Rebut Information Placed in their Personnel Records
The decision in Meehan v. Medical Information Technology, Inc. highlights an employee’s statutorily protected right to file a rebuttal in response to information being placed in the employee’s personnel records. Often, a manager makes personnel recommendations, including with respect to terminations, demotions, etc. Conducting management trainings on the implications stemming from Meehan can go a long way for employers seeking to educate their management and guard against potential claims. It goes without saying that being proactive and taking concrete steps to train managers on employment-related risks may be an invaluable tool to avoid stepping into a litigation landmine. ichelle e li eira s is a partner at enne a s
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Senior/Assisted Living Benchmark Senior Living Expands Footprint Alexandria, VA – Benchmark Senior Living announced it is bringing its senior care and experiences to Virginia and the greater Washington, D.C. area for the first time with a new assisted living and Mind & Memory Care community in Alexandria. “This project is really exciting because not only is Benchmark expanding into a new market, but this community will be an integral part of a lively mixed-use development,” said Tom Grape, founder, chairman and CEO of Benchmark Senior Living. “Older adults will have the amenities of an urban campus, coupled with a unique, luxury-living experience.” The development will be located in the center of Alexandria’s “West Alex,” which includes places for residents to walk, shop, and dine. Over 100,000sf of retail space features a Harris Teeter grocery store and Silver Diner. The 10-story building will have 89 modern assisted living and 26 memory care apartments in various floor plans as well as spacious common areas with hospitality-rich amenities. A club room, casual bistro, wine tasting suite, penthouse level cafe and rooftop
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deck will feature social gatherings, educational events and other programs designed around residents’ interests. A wellness center will be home to on-site
healthcare services, such as physician visits. The community will also feature chef-prepared, gourmet meals served in multiple dining venues, housekeeping
and linen services, and scheduled transportation to appointments. Benchmark at Alexandria is scheduled to open in 2024.
Stony Brook Court Receives Financing Sharon, MA – MassHousing has closed on 16.4 million in affordable housing financing to South Norfolk Elderly Housing Services, Inc. for the preservation and improvement of the 99-unit Stony Brook Court in Sharon. As part of the transaction, affordability protections for senior citizens living at the property will be extended for at least 39 years. South Norfolk Elderly Housing Services has executed a new 20-year federal Section 8 Housing Assistance Payment contract for 98 one- bedroom apartments at the 2-story Stony Brook, which will include the 19 years remaining on the previous contract, for an overall extension of affordability of 39 years. There is an additional unit on the property for management staff. Additionally, South Norfolk Elderly Housing Services will undertake approximately 3.4 million in property improvements, including repair and repainting of siding, replacement of windows and air-conditioning units, fire alarm and sprinkler system upgrades, the installation of a new emergency generator, and carpet replacement in apartments and common areas. Twenty apartments will be renovated, and five apartments will receive accessibility upgrades.
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Stony Brook Court refinanced through MassHousing’s Multifamily Accelerated Processing (MAP)/Ginnie Mae oint Venture Initiative with lender partner Rockport Mortgage Corporation. “We’re very pleased to work with South Norfolk
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munity Center and the Sharon Council on Aging, as well as other local amenities, is a real benefit for the senior citizens who call Stony Brook Court home.” The property is managed by Peabody Properties.
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Integrating Security and Access Control in Mixed-use Projects
By Michael Bartoloni A combination of factors have contributed to the increase in mixed-use developments over the past decade. When designing for mixed-use, a number of considerations must be made to accommodate the needs of each tenant. Careful planning and communication with all stakeholders is vital to ensure the project stays on track and all requirements are met with no delays or inefficiencies. Designing for a combination of residential, retail, education, healthcare, life science, or office use involves responding to multiple varied interests, all located under one roof. The recent supply chain issues affecting virtually every stage in the design and construction process continue to affect material availability and timelines, further highlighting the importance of an organized and collective effort by all participants in keeping this type of complex project on time and on (or under) budget. As a senior architectural hardware consultant at Campbell-McCabe Worldwide, LLC, I work with clients to create project estimates and submit proposals; provide expert counsel on door hardware alternatives and selection; and write technical specifications, including code compliance, for new construction and renovation projects. This includes consultation/coordination with the security access control card reader consultant, and creation of door hardware specification sections including hollow metal doors and frames, wood doors, and integrated assemblies. On a recent project for the San Francisco Conservatory of Music’s Ute and William K. Bowes, Jr. Center for Performing Arts, Campbell-McCabe worked with Mark Cavagnero Associates Architects to create “a social and cultural destination” that provides “visual and auditory access to the learning and making of music.” For this mixed-use project, the scope of work involved creating a variety of spaces that included housing suites, a cafe, student lounge, and performance areas that were accessible to the public. The variety of uses required pre-planning and constant attention focused on accessibility while at the same time prioritizing student comfort
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and safety. I worked with the design team, the owner’s representative, and the security provider throughout the project construction administration phase to contribute consultation and technical documentation for door and security products, ensuring that all hardware specified met their needs for design and quality while meeting code requirements for fire safety and ADA accessibility. The resulting 12-story, 170,000sf building fosters a greater public connection while providing spaces for students to live, practice, perform, and collaborate. Security and access control is just one piece of an intricate composition of systems required for a successful build; it can create delays if not carefully considered early in the process. For example, systems such as security card readers must be integrated early in the project as they affect the associated wiring specific to the opening. If not determined early in the design process, and correctly coordinated, many of the wires to these devices would be difficult to conceal. Another example includes the accommodation of an existing master key system, which often requires additional time and coordination. Having a security consultant on board from the beginning of the design process will ensure hardware is compatible with building systems and can be ordered (and
arrive) in time for a timely installation, producing no delays in project completion. Prioritizing safety and security in the early stages of design and construction allows for the successful integration of appropriate systems and hardware into any mixed-
use project, and ensures all stakeholders’ needs will be met and projects will remain on schedule and on budget. ichael artoloni is a senior architectural hardware consultant at a pbell c abe Worldwide
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Awards CTA Construction Celebrates CMAA Award
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project received the award in the category for projects over $100 million. CTA Construction provided construction management services for the renovation of the Tappan Gym and connected irrane Aquatic Center, as well as third floor renovations of the existing nearby school building. “We were happy to be working with both William Rawn Associates Architects and Hill International,”
Fuss & O’Neill Awarded Manchester, CT – Fuss & O’Neill has been honored with the following awards for excellence in multidisciplinary planning and engineering on multiple projects. The design team for Six Corners Roundabout in Springfield, Mass. was awarded the first annual Massachusetts Department of Transportation Consultant Innovation Award. Fuss & O’Neil partnered with the City of Springfield to develop intersection improvement to this high-accident intersection. Fuss & O’Neill was awarded the Commercial Real Estate Women (CREW) CT 2022 Blue Ribbon Award for Best in Class: Senior Living for its design and planning for Harbor Chase of Evergreen Walk in South Windsor. Harbor Chase offers luxury assisted living and memory care services that encourage engagement for residents, and was designed with connectivity at its core. The location
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is adjacent to medical offices, a fitness club, and Evergreen Walk shops, and the memory care unit provides direct access to an enclosed exterior garden, allowing residents to freely walk without the risk of wandering off-site. The Fuss & O’Neill design team was awarded the ACEC-NH Engineering Excellence Silver Award for their work on the solar array on top of the Manchester Landfill. The landfill had been capped since 1999 and lay dormant for more than 20 years. The City of Manchester, led by the Department of Public Works, constructed a 3.3-megawatt (MW) solar array on top of the landfill to help add energy to the overall grid. The solar array, which is roughly 8,000 panels, produces enough energy to power about 500 homes. The development is the largest solar array in all of New Hampshire.
said Jeff Hazelwood, principal of CTA Construction Managers. “The project involved an occupied renovation of 50,000sf of space, including extensive abatement of hazardous materials and demolition, construction of two new entrance canopies and landscape retaining walls, granite hardscape work, and construction of a new patio area with tables and chairs for students.” “The Tappan Gym and Kirrane
Aquatics Center enhancements were a key element in the overall Brookline School Expansion project,” said Mark Borreliz, AIA, project architect from William Rawn Associates. “CTA Construction was a great partner for this occupied renovation. In addition to the school, the community relies on the aquatics center as it is a key feature of programs and resources for area residents.”
NH Firm Awarded for Energy-Efficiency Concord, NH – North Branch Construction has been awarded a 2022 Energy Star Residential New Construction Market Leader Award by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Energy (DOE). The Energy Star Residential New Construction program presents Market Leader Awards to outstanding partners who have made important contributions to energy-efficient construction and environmental protection by building or verifying an outstanding number of Energy Star certified homes and
apartments. “North Branch Construction has a long history of working to build energyefficient and sustainable projects in both the residential and commercial sectors,” said Joseph H. Campbell, president of North Branch Construction. “Making energy efficiency a priority not only provides our clients with an understanding of the contribution their choices can make in addressing the climate crisis, but can also lead to significant savings in the operation of the home to the homeowner over the long run.”
Standing up to the Supply Chain Crisis: continued from page 11 The Opportunity for Innovation
Look at every design obstacle as an opportunity for innovation. The most exciting and impactful designs and creations throughout time have resulted from a willingness to look at situations in a different way than those before – so why can’t we take the same approach to navigating the current cost and supply chain crises? The silver linings in all of this are varied. We are seeing unprecedented levels of collaboration between formerly
separate entities in the construction process, and domestic vendors are now at the forefront of the industry out of sheer need for alternative products. This will undeniably lead to opportunities for economic growth at home. It’s time to embrace the challenge and do what those of us in the entertainment industry do best: think outside the box anae Tinsle I is senior associate pro ect anager at rchitecture
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Municipal Riverfront Master Plan Unveiled for City of Middletown Middletown, CT – The architecture and urban design firm Cooper Robertson has announced the debut of its new riverfront master plan for the city of Middletown. The plan, called Return to the Riverbend, was unveiled in a public event in July. Long separated from the surrounding community by industrial uses and urban renewal projects including a major state highway, Middletown’s riverfront plan area lies less than a mile from Wesleyan University and just south of Middletown’s existing Harbor Park.
The master plan results from a yearlong planning process reflecting decades of community interest in reimagining Middletown’s waterfront. It
lays out a vision for transforming a 220acre stretch of land along the Connecticut River as a vibrant and accessible new city district with major open spaces, a resilient design, and a broad mix of uses including restaurants and entertainment venues, mixed-use housing, bike and pedestrian trails, parkland, and a pedestrian bridge offering direct connections to downtown. According to the project team, led by Cooper Robertson in conjunction with Karp Strategies and Langan, the new Return to the Riverbend plan also
offers a powerful case study for how similar cities can prioritize the creation of new regional recreational, economic,
and environmental opportunities while preserving their historic legacy. Behind the plan is an inclusive and equitable planning process that depended on close collaboration between the project team, local and regional officials, and members of the public and other key stakeholders. The resulting forwardlooking vision represents a compelling example of responsible, communityfocused economic development, according to Cooper Robertson. In this way, it blends new commercial opportunities with an expanded public realm and multifamily housing. The newly published master plan has been informed by comments from more than 1,200 Middletown residents gleaned in brainstorming sessions, one-on-one interviews, online surveys, and other events to seek input. One of those, a physical storefront, welcomed stakeholders who could offer ideas and direct feedback, seven days a week. With the master plan now complete, the implementation process is set to begin with a proposed rezoning to facilitate development in the riverfront area, according to the project team.
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Choudary Joins Elaine Construction neering, Tom Monroe, across Newton, MA – Kamran Choudary market sectors on projects with joins Elaine Construction advanced systems requirements, Company’s project team as a and/or infrastructure upgrades, senior MEP manager. while serving as a resource to Choudary brings over a deproject managers. cade of experience working for “ am’s background and mechanical contracting firms expertise will bring great value with a dedicated focus on preto our clients as they work to construction planning, design/ houdar retrofit existing buildings in assist, procurement, coordination, support of new regulatory requirements installation and commissioning support. for reduction in emissions,” said Lisa He will assist Elaine’s director of engiWexler, president.
TFMoran Welcomes Bowman Bedford, NH – Julia Bowman has joined TFMoran, Inc. as a stormwater engineering intern for the summer. She is currently studying environmental engineering at the University of New Hampshire (UNH). Bowman has previous work experience as an undergraduate research assistant at UNH, creating control charts for southern New Hampshire towns to monitor chemicals in drinking water. ulia
Weston & Sampson Members Awarded Reading, MA – Robin Seidel, AIA of Weston & Sampson has been named one of 2022’s Ascending Leaders by the Environmental Business Council of New England (EBC). The award recognizes young professionals in the energy and environmental sectors who demonstrate exceptional leadership and industry involvement early in their careers. Seidel specializes in urban resilience, adapting the built environment, multihazard vulnerability assessments, sustainable design, mitigation strategy development, and stakeholder engagement. She routinely works closely with municipalities, state agencies, private residential, commercial, and university clients on their climate initiatives. Additionally, Weston & Sampson’s Julie Eaton Ernst, P.E. was recently named the 2022 Young Professional of the Year by the American Council of Engineering Companies of Massachusetts (ACEC/MA). As the firm’s resilience team leader,
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Needham Heights, MA – Bowdoin Construction Corp. announced the recent promotion of Geralyn (Gerry) Duffy to the position of vice president of human resources. Duffy has been with Bowdoin for 40 years, joining the firm as the executive assistant to uff the president, and going on to assume the firm the office management role before in 2023.
taking on all human resource responsibilities. She also serves as the company’s primary interface for information technology-related issues. Through her promotion, Duffy joins Bowdoin’s executive committee, helping to steer the company into the next decade as approaches its 50th anniversary
ReyCon Promotes LeClerc Plymouth, MA – ReyCon presi“We’re thrilled to announce dent, Mike Reynolds, announced Andrew’s well-earned promothe promotion of Andrew LeClerc tion. He has been an invaluto vice president of construction able part of our team and our at the multi-market construction growth over the past decade. management firm. His extensive experience in the LeClerc has been with ReyCon industry and his commitment to (formerly Reynolds Construction) excellence and the highest stanfor 12 years, initially joining the dards of client satisfaction will e lerc company as an assistant project position him for great success in manager before being elevated to project this new expanded role,” Reynolds said. manager.
Colantonio Hires Three Holliston, MA – Colantonio Inc. announced the hiring of BIM/ MEP Coordinator Victor ue, LEED AP, WELL AP and Assistant Superintendents Stephanie ue Collins and Andrew Cassidy. ue joins the firm with five years of experience in project management, consulting, and BIM and MEP design. Former employers include U.S. Green Building Council and TG Gallagher. Collins has seven years of experience in engineering design and construction services, on-site inspection, and administration. Her former employers include Weston & Sampson, Tighe & Bond, and
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the City of Woburn. Cassidy joins Colantonio with 14 years of on-the-job experience as a carpenter foreman, journeyman carpenter and site superintendent. “We are pleased to have Victor, Stephanie, and Andy join us,” said Colantonio president, George Willwerth. “They have the experience and energy we need to support the steady growth of our portfolio.”
Panzo Named Sr. VP of Life Sciences solutions to clients and partners Boston – The Boston office of Cresa announced that RJ Panzo across Greater Boston. has joined its team as senior vice Panzo previously held the president of life sciences. position of corporate managing With a background as a director of lab and facility scientist and lab operator, Panzo planning at T3 Advisors, A will bring end-user perspective Savills Company, where he to support Cresa’s life sciences developed and executed lab clients. He will collaborate with an o operations and real estate Cresa’s real estate advisors, strategies for life sciences companies at consultants, and strategists to provide industry-specific insights and creative all stages of growth.
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Phase Zero Design Names New Partner Architecture Firm Announces Promotions budget, on time, and on vision. Simsbury, CT – Phase Zero Design announced that Ron “Adding Ron to our Goodin has been named partner leadership group was a noand shareholder of the firm. brainer,” said Matt Wittmer, He joined the team in 2019 as co-founding principal of Phase healthcare principal. Zero Design. “He has positively The company’s representatives impacted staff, projects, and say Goodin’s leadership within clients. We are incredibly lucky Goodin the firm and successful growth to have him help propel the firm of the healthcare market has elevated forward.” the firm’s culture, growth, and business Goodin has led successful design strategy, and that his unique professional and construction on some of Phase Zero background – having sat on all sides of the Design’s most impactful projects to date, table – provides the Phase Zero Design such as Bristol Hospital’s Emergency team and its clients with the experience and expertise to get the job done on Department addition and renovation.
Grove Promoted to Senior VP of Sr. Living Lancaster, PA – Wohlsen Construction Company announced that Bernard L. “Bud” Grove has been promoted to senior vice president of senior living. In his role, Grove will lead Wohlsen’s senior living initiatives across its geographic footprint and provide support and expertise Gro to assure client and project expectations are delivered. He has served in numerous roles in the construction industry during his career, from field supervisor to engineer,
and project manager to project executive. He joined the Wohlsen team in 2011 and has served in various capacities, including vice president of government division, project executive, and vice president of operations. He recently served e as vice president of project development, providing preconstruction and budgeting oversight for Wohlsen’s senior living clients.
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and mixed use development. Since 2016, she has also led Tecton’s technology integration strategy as the firm’s manager of emerging technology. ennifer Saari, marketing manager, has also been promoted to associate. She brings 15 years of experience in implementing marketing and communications strategies in the building industry. She joined Tecton in 2015 and has established a collaborative partnership with firm leadership and design teams, reshaping how Tecton pursues work and communicates visionary design, according to the firm’s representatives.
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North Branch Welcomes Four Concord, NH – North Branch Construction announced the hiring of four new team members. evin ins joins the firm in the role of project superintendent. He brings over 40 years of commercial and residential construction experience in Massachusetts and New Hampshire. In addition to extensive experience in all aspects of building construction, Zins has over 30 years supervisory and management experience in construction and public safety. He recently retired as battalion chief after a 36-year career with the Londonderry Fire Department. The firm also welcomes en Dufresne as a project superintendent. He brings over 20 years of commercial construction experience along with leadership and management skills honed while working on large and complex construction projects. ristine McDevitt joins the firm in the role of project engineer. She comes to North Branch Construction with extensive experience overseeing complex, deadline-driven projects, fostering relationships and communicating with a diverse community of stakeholders, and
Hartford, CT – Tecton Architects recently announced the promotion of four staff members within the firm. ustin Hopkins, RA, NCARB has been elevated to associate principal. He brings more than 20 years of experience in managing complex projects with a concentration of work in academic, community and industrial environments. Hopkins joined the firm in 2013 and has worked closely with leadership to expand the presence and reputation of Tecton’s Rhode Island studio. As a senior project manager, he has overseen many of the firm’s largest projects, and the company’s representatives say he has been a strong voice in shaping Tecton’s approach to integrated team management practices. Matt Salad, AIA, NCARB, MCPPO has been promoted to associate. He has been a part of Tecton’s public safety studio since joining the firm in 2012. The firm’s representatives say his understanding of the public construction process and strong relationships with regional contractors have contributed to the firm’s progressive growth in Massachusetts and reputation for quality work. Rebecca Hopkins, AIA, NCARB, EDAC has been promoted to associate. Representatives of Tecton say she has been an integral part of the firm for ten years and has tackled a broad range of work, spanning high-end corporate environments, public safety facilities
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Bloomfield, CT – BVH Integrated Services, Inc., a Salas O’Brien company, announced recent project management promotions. Luke Conte, PE, LEED AP joined BVH’s Boston office in 2021 with more than 18 years of industry experience. His portfolio encompasses academic institutions, healthcare facilities, and commercial properties. His recent experience includes projects with the Massachusetts Division of Capital Asset Management and Maintenance, University of Notre Dame, and Smith College. With 10 years of structural engineering design experience at BVH, Jeffrey Davis, PE has a diverse portfolio of complex renovation and new building projects for higher education, healthcare, and corporate clients. His recent work
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includes Conn’s Mansfield Apartments and South Campus Residence and Dining Facility, and a new academic building at Quinnipiac University. Lance Martin, PE is an electrical engineer with eight years of design experience at BVH. He specializes in large, complex building and infrastructure projects at higher education institutions, including the University of Connecticut and the University of Notre Dame. A plumbing designer with 26 years of industry experience, Nicole Parker, CPD, CFPS, LEED Green Assoc. currently serves as president of the American Society of Plumbing Engineers, Connecticut chapter. Her experience comprises many healthcare and higher education projects throughout the Northeast, including work at Baystate Health, Norwalk Hospital, and Quinnipiac University.
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Calendar BPA August 17 at 5:30 PM Libations for Preservation at Sea This curated cocktail cruise will include skyline views and cocktail pairings from the deck of the Valiant. There will be a raffle that includes chances to win art, experiences, and more. All proceeds will benefit the Boston Preservation Alliance.
BosNOMA August 18-20 Project Pipeline Summer Camp Over three days of in-person activities, architecture and design professionals will guide students ages 11-15 through their own design projects, set in the context of the city around them. Through brainstorming, sketching, and model building, students will explore concepts of city and neighborhood design. The camp will introduce students to design as a tool for social justice as the issues facing the City of Boston are explored.
ABC MA August 18 at 5:30 PM Future Leaders at Break Rock Brewing The Associated Builders and Contractors’ Future Leaders event will take place at a member-built brewery in the Marina Bay in Quincy, Mass. It will include an evening of revelry and networking at the new Break Rock Brewing location that was built by Haynes Group. Patrick
Send your calendar events to editor@high-profile.com Andrews from Haynes Group will be on hand to talk about the project, and what it was like to complete the fit-out in a flourishing area. The event will include food and local brews while connecting with fellow ABC members.
pros will teach participants the basics of golf, and will instruct all levels of putting, chipping and driving. The clinic will be followed by refreshments and networking.
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September 9 at 10:00 AM Eco-tour: Exploring the Demonstration Meadows at Helia Native Nursery At this event, hosted by the Ecological Landscape Alliance, participants will explore three meadows at Helia Native Nursery. The nursery is situated on Sky Meadow Farm, a 109-acre farm in Alford, Mass. Sign up to learn about the importance of a meadow ecosystem, different methods for meadow building and how to maintain existing meadows to maximize wildlife benefits.
August 23 at 3:00 PM 2022 Connecticut Golf Tour As part of a tour of five Connecticut golf courses, this event will be held at Rock Ridge Country Club in Newtown, Conn. Miss the start of the golf tour but still want to play? Contact CI for pricing on the remaining tour series.
ABC NH/VT August 25 at 5:00 PM Live Free & Drive Car Show Associated Builders and Contractors NH/ VT is hosting this car show beginning at JDS Flooring Associates in Londonderry, N.H. There is no charge to participate in the cruise and show but vehicle registration is required.
AGC MA August 31 at 5:30 PM 2022 Summer Golf Clinic at Granite Links At this event, hosted by Associated General Contractors of Massachusetts’ Building Women in Construction Committee, two
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ICRI-NE September 14 at 10:00 AM 2022 Golf Outing The New England Chapter of the International Concrete Repair Institute is hosting a round of golf at the Shaker Hills Country Club in Harvard, Mass. Registration includes golf, food, and prizes.
SFNE September 16 at 8:00 AM Annual Golf Classic This Steel Fabricators of New England
golf outing brings SFNE friends and colleagues in the New England steel industry together for a networking event. The scramble format tournament will start with a shotgun at 8:30 a.m. The tournament includes a continental breakfast, lunch, dinner, a “Have Fun” packet, golf and cart, and will take place at Red Tail Golf Club in Devens, Mass.
ISPE Boston September 21 at 8:00 AM Annual Product Show and Educational Seminars The 30th Anniversary Product Show will be held at Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, Mass. Participants can walk the show floor, connect with fellow professionals, and learn from experts as they share knowledge of breakthrough technologies and the latest regulations. Attendee registration, parking, educational sessions, and food are free.
AGC VT September 22 at 4:00 PM Burgers and Brews This event is an opportunity for contractors, their staff, associates and friends to gather over some food and drinks to talk about building Vermont. This year is an election year so there will be a new element added which will be engaging more with elected officials and new candidates for office.
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