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Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: November 20, 2015
Dellbrook Construction /JK Scanlan Co. top off Cathartes’ 197 Union Sq. condominium project
Shown (from left) are: Michael Glavin of Somerville, Jim Goldenberg of Cathartes, and Steve Mackey of Somerville.Somerville, MA On November 10 Dellbrook Construction/JK Scanlan Co. held a “topping off” ceremony symbolizing the placement of the final beam to close in the 197 Union Sq. condominium project.
Jim Goldenberg, principal and founder of developer Cathartes, head of the Somerville Chamber of Commerce Steve Mackey, Michael Glavin, executive director of City Hall Office of Strategic Planning and Community Development and invited guests autographed the final beam.
The project team includes construction manager, Dellbrook/JK Scanlan; architect, EMBARC Studio; landscape architect Terraink; and civil engineer, Design Consultants, Inc.
The $7.8 million, project includes 30 one and two-bedroom luxury condominiums in a new elevatored building with covered and noncovered parking, as well as a secure access system. There is 3,700 s/f of retail space on the ground floor. The luxury condos will offer open floor plans, large windows designed and constructed to fully reflect the energy and style of the urban landscape. Units will feature wide plank hardwood flooring, gas stoves, shaker style wood cabinetry, Caesarstone quartz countertops, subway and tile backsplash in kitchens. Master bathrooms will include tile flooring, enclosed glass shower doors, double vanities in the two bedroom masters, soaking tubs and high end plumbing and lighting fixtures. Additional building amenities include a solar lounge with skyline views, a rooftop terrace, fitness center, and bike storage.
The project is scheduled to be complete in February 2016.
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