Category: Construction Design & Engineering

Jafari joins SGA as director of sustainable design

Jafari joins SGA as director of sustainable design

August 18, 2023
Boston, MA SGA has hired Sadaf Jafari, LEED AP BD + C, CPHC as director of sustainable design at the architecture and interior design firm. Bringing experience from both architecture and engineering fields, Sadaf’s ability to build cross-functional teams
How technology is transforming affordable housing construction - by Derrick Seitz

How technology is transforming affordable housing construction - by Derrick Seitz

August 18, 2023
In response to the housing shortage, developers are seeking creative solutions that will create more affordable housing without compromising quality. At Windover Construction, technology plays a vital role in successfully executing these projects in our communities.
Bruner/Cott Architects completes <br> Rivermark Apartments renovation

Bruner/Cott Architects completes
Rivermark Apartments renovation

August 18, 2023
Cambridge, MA Bruner/Cott completed the renovation of the Rivermark Apartments, two 490,000 s/f 1974 buildings located at 808-812 Memorial Dr. Situated along the Charles River with city and water views, the buildings house 300 mixed-income units of various sizes
Kripper Studio partners with the city of Boston to update The Strand Theater

Kripper Studio partners with the city of Boston to update The Strand Theater

August 18, 2023
Boston, MA Kripper Studio has formed a partnership with the city of Boston to assess, identify and recommend solutions to enhance and expand the production capabilities for The Strand Theater.
Wollaston Real Estate to transform Holyoke property - designed by PortOne Co.

Wollaston Real Estate to transform Holyoke property - designed by PortOne Co.

August 18, 2023
Holyoke, MA Developers at Wollaston Real Estate Investments, Alex Cwiakala and Harrison Bonner, are undertaking a remarkable transformation, turning the city’s first skyscraper, located at 276 High St., into a vibrant hub for art and entertainment. Constructed in 1906 by J.R Smith Co.,
Koehler joins E4H Environments for Health Architecture as chief operating officer

Koehler joins E4H Environments for Health Architecture as chief operating officer

August 18, 2023
Boston, MA E4H Environments for Health Architecture has welcomed John Koehler as chief operations officer for the firm nationwide. Koehler has a proven track record of driving operational efficiency, excellence, and growth while reducing costs and increasing revenue. He is skilled in developing and implementing strategies,
ABC chairman’s message: As summer winds down, a busy fall ahead

ABC chairman’s message: As summer winds down, a busy fall ahead

August 18, 2023
Summers are short in New England. With this one beginning to wind down, ABC MA is offering some things that members can look forward to this Fall. One is our annual Excellence in Construction Awards (EICA) competition. The entry deadline is Tuesday, September 5th,
Groom Construction continues work <br> on First Baptist Church of Wakefield

Groom Construction continues work
on First Baptist Church of Wakefield

July 21, 2023
Wakefield, MA Groom Construction, Co., Inc. has begun construction of the First Baptist Church of Wakefield and the project is moving forward on schedule. On the evening of October 23, 2018, the First Baptist Church was struck by lightning and quickly became a devastating seven-alarm fire that destroyed the historic 148-year-old building.
Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción launches capital campaign for The CASA - a $26 million project

Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción launches capital campaign for The CASA - a $26 million project

July 21, 2023
Newton, MA Inquilinos Boricuas en Acción (IBA) launched the public phase of its capital campaign for the Center for Arts, Self-determination, and Activism (The CASA) on June 6, during an event at Brae Burn Country Club. IBA will break ground in the fall for The CASA,
Brennan Consulting, Inc. accelerates in life science

Brennan Consulting, Inc. accelerates in life science

July 21, 2023
Burlington, MA Brennan Consulting, Inc. added three new properties to their life science portfolio. The WBE consulting firm is providing state-of-the-art technology in preconstruction and construction survey services such as layout for piles, foundation, anchor bolts, steel framing and curtainwalls, as well as certified as-builts in medtech, pharma and the new fusion energy sector.
Erland Construction completes new three-story 90,000 s/f residence hall for St. Mark’s School

Erland Construction completes new three-story 90,000 s/f residence hall for St. Mark’s School

July 21, 2023
Southborough, MA Erland Construction, in collaboration with Goody Clancy and Design Technique, Inc., constructed a new 90,000 s/f, three-story residence hall for St. Mark’s School on their evolving campus. Appointed the Patterson-Sculley House
Elkus Manfredi Architects designs new office for AEW Capital Management

Elkus Manfredi Architects designs new office for AEW Capital Management

July 21, 2023
Boston, MA Leading real estate investment firm AEW Capital Management (AEW) asked Elkus Manfredi Architects to transform its 20-year-old headquarters in the city’s Seaport District. The re-invented two-level office features abundant daylight, views of Boston Harbor