COVID-19
AIA Develops Models For Safe Reopening
Washington – The American Institute of Architects (AIA) released strategies and 3D models for retail stores and office spaces that can help employers and businesses reopen more safely during the pandemic. Design strategies provide a holistic approach to modifying stores and offices using a 17-point architectural, engineering and administrative framework based upon recent COVID-19 public health information. It also […]
Governor Baker Visits Bulfinch’s Osborn Triangle
Boston, MA – On June 5, Governor Charles Baker visited Bulfinch-managed Osborn Triangle in Cambridge. Governor Baker toured the headquarters at LabCentral, a shared laboratory space for high-potential life-sciences and biotech startups, where some of the 65 companies are now tackling COVID-19. Acquired in May 2019, the three-building office and lab complex is located in […]
Contractors Association Donates to Food Banks
Concord, NH – Associated Builders and Contractors, New Hampshire Vermont Chapter (ABC) delivered over $34,000 in relief to help the food banks of New Hampshire and Vermont fight hunger in their communities. The association set a goal of raising $15,000 but within a few days, it became apparent that more was needed and the goal […]
Consider the Future of the Workplace from the Employee Perspective
By Cynthia P. Martinez To think beyond the safe, coordinated and mandated guidelines that businesses across the nation will adhere to when returning to the workplace, as designers we are discovering there is one critical component missing: engaging employees to envision their future workplace. As companies exit quarantine due to the COVID-19 crisis, companies that […]
IBEW Local 103 and NECA Donate to Relief Fund
Boston – The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW) Local 103, the region’s largest electrical workers union, and the National Electrical Contractors Association (NECA) of Greater Boston has donated $50,000 to the Boston Resiliency Fund, the initiative Mayor Martin J. Walsh is spearheading to support the city’s residents and first responders during the COVID-19 pandemic. […]
Mass Life Sciences: Our Strength Comes from Collective Commitment to the Principles of Diversity
Waltham, MA – The Massachusetts Life Sciences Center issued the following update addressing its commitment to diversity and to being an ally for those impacted by inequalities and disparities: As we continue to listen, learn, reflect, and work to combat racism and inequality in our society, we remain heartened by the power of demonstrations by […]
Getting Back to Work: Decoding the Guidelines for Workplace Compliance
by Emily Langner In episode 25 of the Build Better podcast, Anastasia welcomed Dan Titus, CEO of HRP Associates, an environmental consulting firm headquartered in Farmington, Connecticut with 11 locations nationwide. As more AEC professionals begin returning to their places of work during the coronavirus pandemic, illness prevention and risk mitigation are an important part […]
AGC: Construction Employment Declines in 326 out of 358 Metro Areas in April
National – Construction employment declined in more than nine out of 10 metro areas from March to April, a time when industry employment typically increases in most locations, an analysis by the Associated General Contractors of America of new government data shows. Association officials said new federal transportation funding could help restore many lost construction […]
Real Estate Firm Donates Meals to MGH Staff
Boston, MA – City Realty Group, a community-focused real estate development company, donated 100 meals to feed nurses and other frontline staff at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH). The dinners were specially prepared at Lower Mills Tavern by Executive Chef Cara Marie Nance and presented to MGH staff who have been working in the 10 dedicated […]
Toolkit Provides Methods for Back-to-School Planning
National – WXY architecture + urban design has unveiled new approaches to K-12 and higher-education facilities design, developed jointly with teachers and school communities, that allow for proper physical distancing and a safe journey from home to school. WXY developed a number of design and planning strategies for school reopenings to meet the needs of […]
