Recent Articles
Why Workplace Transformation?
by Erica Mullen The kind of work we do today is radically different than the work we did even 20 years ago. Corporate office design has to adapt and change to meet evolving workplace strategies and drive corporate growth. A workplace transformation is the rethinking of flexible work spaces to accommodate different kinds of work, […]
FEMA Names Arcadis for NYC East Side Project
New York – Arcadis, a global design and consultancy firm for natural and built assets, has been named Engineer of Record for the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) flood protection multiphase design of New York City’s East Side Coastal Resiliency (ESCR) Project. Arcadis is part of a team supporting New York City’s efforts to safeguard […]
A New Perspective: How Off-Site Modular Construction Weds Design Elegance with Cost-Saving Modern Construction Techniques
by Mark Durkin The New Wow Factor Associated with Standardized and Boxy but Functional Structures like Classroom Overflow Units Get ready to be wowed. New technologies in design software, manufacturing techniques, and materials have converged to create new design opportunities. Here are just a few of the possibilities: Customized and nonstandard architectural shapes (interior and […]
ID3A Designs State Street Cafe
Hartford, CT – ID3A, LLC has completed the renovation of the One State Street Café for The Hartford Steam Boiler Inspection and Insurance Company (HSB) in its 24-story, multi-tenant office building in downtown Hartford. The project goals included a more functional kitchen, a visually appealing servery with better traffic flow to accommodate public traffic from […]
How Much Space Do We Really Need?
by Dianne Dunnell Workplace strategy focuses on marrying three important aspects of the modern workplace: 1) applying better space utilization metrics; 2) optimizing real estate costs; and 3) updating an office space to meet current trends in design and technology. Factoring in employee satisfaction and a company’s ability to attract and retain top talent, there […]
GRLA Designs New Lobby, Offices for Cognex Corporation
Natick, MA – Gorman Richardson Lewis Architects (GRLA) has completed interior renovations for Cognex Corporation, including its four-story lobby, offices, and executive suite. Cognex sought to modernize its facility, bringing it in step with the company brand while allowing for more collaboration and efficiency, and incorporate a new sales and demonstration area to showcase products. […]
ARC Welcomes Tansantisuk
Boston, MA – ARC/ Architectural Resources Cambridge welcomed Anne R. Tansantisuk, AIA, LEED AP, senior associate, to the practice. An architect and educator with more than 25 years of experience with large-scale academic, civic, corporate, and science and technology projects, she will work with ARC’s higher education and independent school clients. Prior to joining ARC, […]
AKF Appoints Cunningham
Boston – AKF Group, a global leader in MEP design, planning, and commissioning, announced the appointment of Robert Cunningham, CIPE, CPD, as director of science and technology. Cunningham, who has been a senior fire protection and plumbing/sanitary engineer in AKF’s Boston office, brings more than 25 years of expertise in fire protection and plumbing design. […]
Froling Installs Boiler System for Dept. of Corrections Facility
Boscawen, NH – Froling Energy of Peterborough recently completed the installation of a biomass boiler system at the Merrimack County Department of Corrections facility in Boscawen, in partnership with Johnson Controls, Inc. Two jail facilities sit close to each other on the Merrimack County Complex site. One jail has been continuously active, while the other […]
Vinnin Square Celebrates Grand Opening
Swampscott, MA – The Residence at Vinnin Square, owned and operated by LCB Senior Living, located at 224 Salem Street in Swampscott, recently held a ceremony to celebrate the grand opening of the new senior living community. The building was constructed by Callahan Construction Managers. Over 200 attendees gathered at the event, including associates from LCB and local […]
