Corporate Profile:
Second Generation Takes Over in Planned Management Transition
Brookline, MA – Kaplan Construction recently announced the culmination of a three-year management transition. Nathan Peck has been promoted to president, and Jane Kaplan Peck, majority owner, has been appointed chief operating officer (COO). Company founders Ken and Cathy Kaplan have taken on new roles as chairman of the board and senior advisor, respectively.
Nathan Peck has been promoted to president, and Jane Kaplan Peck, majority owner, has been appointed to COO. / Photo: Frank Monkiewicz
Founded in 1976, Kaplan Construction’s highly experienced staff has worked together for many years, building a strong résumé of renovation and new construction projects along the way. The company’s long history of professional teamwork and collaboration, combined with detailed planning and thoughtful execution, provides clients with optimal results: well-built, cost-effective, and timely projects.
Transforming an Auto Body Shop into a Teen Destination
An eight-month-long Kaplan renovation project transformed a former auto body garage into a vibrant, modern environment for teens. / Shelly Harrison Photography
The Brookline Teen Center (BTC) project is an adaptive reuse of an early 20th century cast-in-place, concrete, 20,000sf garage building. Today, this facility serves hundreds of Brookline teens who gather after school and on weekends for constructive, educational, and leisure activities.
The Kaplan team renovated this former auto body garage and transformed it into a modern environment while maintaining some of the unique characteristics of the building. The space features a bowling alley, gym, recording studio, lounge, outdoor patio, café, aerobics dance studio, game rooms, and study hall.
The BTC features many environmentally responsible elements, including the use of sustainable building materials, water efficient practices, and a green mechanical and electrical system within a more energy-efficient exterior envelope. This project is anticipated to achieve LEED Gold certification and was designed by studio MLA and GMI Architects.
High-Rise Multi-Family Renovations
Kaplan completed the construction of a series of new common area amenities for the residents of The Towers at Longfellow Place, including this warming kitchen for communal gatherings. / Photo: Kaplan Construction
“We attribute our success to a passion for building and the trusted relationships we foster with our clients. Our mission — above all else — is to construct quality work for our clients,” said Ken Kaplan. “I step away from the president’s role with the full confidence that Nate and Jane will continue to follow our guiding principles of client service, technical excellence, collaboration, and mutual respect. I know the company will thrive with them at the helm, and Cathy and I look forward to providing support and leadership as they continue to grow the company.”
