In this issue, a unique collection of insights and perspectives shape this year’s focus on Healthcare Facilities in New England. As the landscape continues to evolve in the post-Covid era, AEC firms are designing and building spaces specifically tailored to the unique requirements presented by healthcare providers of all sizes and specialties.
Executing these complex projects requires coordination and collaboration between multiple team members. In his article, Brad Forrest of Walsh Brothers, Inc. describes how utilizing an Integrated Project Delivery (IPD) contract structure contributed to the success of Boston Medical Center’s Yawkey Building Inpatient Expansion project. He says the team’s “one company” mindset helped “put the hospital’s goals above all else and incentivized each party to think creatively and collaboratively to mitigate risks of all kind.” Read more on page 10.
Anastasia Barnes
In his article on page 14, Edward Marcey of Margulies Perrruzzi shares how community health centers can “alleviate pressure on urban hospitals, enhance continuity of care, and improve health outcomes – particularly among underserved populations.” He breaks down the role of the design team in bringing “critical expertise to align design with healthcare delivery goals, patient experience, regulatory compliance, and long-term flexibility.”
This month brings several major industry events taking place throughout New England. The Boston chapter of AIA (BSA) is hosting this year’s AIA25 Conference on Architecture & Design on June 4-7 in Boston. It will include four days of immersive learning, architect-led tours, and networking events. I’m excited to hear about the latest innovations and groundbreaking projects taking shape and catch up with friends and colleagues. See you there!
On June 12, The Construction Institute is hosting its 2025 Annual Dinner & Awards in Haddam, Conn. The honorees include Luiza Mills of Interstate Electrical Services Corporation, Eugene Torone of SLAM Construction Services, Dawn Monde of Red Thread, and Samantha D’Agostino of Construction Solutions Group. Yale University will also receive the Special Industry Recognition Award. The event is a great way to celebrate the award winners and kick off the summer season!
Corporate Realty, Design & Management Institute and the Association of Medical Facility Professionals (AMFP) are hosting the 8th Annual New England Hospital, Outpatient Facilities & Medical Office Buildings Summit in Boston on June 18. The summit will cover the emerging trends, strategies, and technologies reshaping the healthcare and life science industries. To register, visit https://www.squarefootage.net/2025-new-england.
HP’s next issue has a focus on Life Science facilities and Awards. Send us your news or perspectives on current trends in life sciences, or share a recent honor or recognition your firm has received. The deadline for content and ad reservations is June 20.
Enjoy the read,
Anastasia Barnes
