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Metro Walls working on 43,000 s/f residence hall at St. Anselm College: design by lavallee Brensinger architects

Metro Walls has started its work on developing the new residence hall at St. Anselm College. The 43,000 s/f residence hall is scheduled to be completed this summer and open to students for the fall 2014 semester. Metro Walls is responsible for the construction of the exterior wall framing and the hanging and taping of all the drywall in the three-story residence which will house approximately 150 beds in single, double and triple rooms. "Even though the snow kept falling we were able to complete the exterior shell on time, without delay, and the exterior framing and sheathing is now complete. This will be beautiful building when it's done," said Metro Walls president, Mike Dion According to St. Anselm College, the new residence hall will be an innovative living learning community that extends the college's efforts to integrate academic and residential life. The residence hall is designed by Lavallee Brensinger Architects. Metro Walls is a full service commercial framing and drywall company based in Manchester. They specialize in detail, commitment to their customers and safety on and off the jobsite. Their work spans across New Hampshire and Massachusetts.
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ABC-Mass. chairman’s message:  Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

ABC-Mass. chairman’s message: Rent control isn’t the answer to our housing crisis - by Luiza Mills

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Navigating tariffs and material  uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

Navigating tariffs and material uncertainty in today’s construction market - by Karl Ginand and Tiffany Gallo

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