Farrell of Cummings Properties negotiates 6,000 s/f lease for Meridian

Meridian Associates has leased 6,000 s/f at 500 Cummings Center. Mike Farrell, the Cummings Properties leasing/property manager who managed the negotiations, said, "Cummings Properties and Meridian Associates have a shared dedication to social responsibility. It was our pleasure to accommodate Meridian's requests, ensuring its office has the least possible impact on the environment. Plus, the final product looks great and fits in well with the building's high-end design." Don Bowen, principal at Meridian, cites the quality and value of the office space and the relatively new construction of the building as incentives to relocate from the company's previous location in North Beverly. Meridian opted for several interior design upgrades, including LED light fixtures, low VOC paint, and carpeting with recycled content. According to Bowen, "We designed the space to be not only environmentally friendly, but also human friendly." Cummings Properties has a long history of green business practices including building renovation and reuse; energy-saving design, construction, and property maintenance; utilization of recycled materials and equipment; and reduction of waste through recycling programs. The 500 Cummings Center building was constructed to high efficiency standards and should soon be eligible for Energy Star and/or LEED certification.