Publisher’s Message: May 2023

The Mark at DeNormandie, a 107-unit residential building along East Boston’s waterfront, has two-thirds of its site reserved for public and semi-private open spaces. / Photo by Anthony Crisafulli

April showers bring May flowers, or so they say. Who is they anyway?

May is our annual focus on Landscape Architecture and Civil Engineering. Whenever I’m walking around in any city, I’m always hyper-aware of the landscape around me, curious to see how much green space a city has or how pedestrian-friendly it might be. After all, the landscape is what truly makes a city – the waterways, parks, bridges, and paths, all designed to elevate the human experience. The focus on these important elements is apparent in new projects all over New England.

Anastasia Barnes

On page 13, Ian Ramey highlights The Mark at DeNormandie Wharf, which is part of East Boston’s newly developed waterfront. Copley Wolff designed the open spaces which prioritize the pedestrian experience, including providing unparalleled views of Downtown Boston and the Zakim Bridge.

On page 15, read about the revitalization efforts underway at the historic Hood Park in Derry, N.H. TFMoran Landscape Architects are designing the outdoor recreational environment for the town’s residents, which includes native plant materials and multi-use paths throughout the property.

Our other focus this month is on Technology and Innovation. On page 16, Matthew Ison of VisionTrack talks about how artificial intelligence (AI) can help mitigate risk and improve safety on jobsites.

Spring is in full bloom, and so is baseball season! On page 22, read about the newly renovated Northeast Delta Dental Stadium in Manchester, N.H., home to the New Hampshire Fisher Cats! Renovations were extensive and began in 2022. High efficiency equipment and insulation was also part of the project, specifically designed to increase overall performance of the facility and create savings over its lifespan.

Efficient facilities are on everyone’s minds these days, which is why we have a dedicated annual supplement to the trades that make that happen. That’s right. I’m talking about our MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) supplement! Make sure to take a peek at some of the companies that are leading the way in helping owners and facility managers with facility upgrades!

The end of April was a busy time for our industry. The Construction Institute held its annual Women Who Build Summit. HP’s newest additions, Mia Pernice and Rod Poe, were in attendance and enjoyed making new connections!

The Building Trades Employers’ Association (BTEA) also recently held its annual Building Trades Recovery Week. Tom S. Gunning, BTEA’s executive director, first organized Recovery Week in 2019 to “raise the profile of substance use disorder (SUD), break the stigma of addiction and educate both labor and management about viable recovery options.”

Recovery Week has gained the attention of both politicians and athletes that support the cause. This year’s recovery week goals were confronting SUD, advancing well-being and saving lives. New York Giants tight end, Darren Waller, shared his journey at an event held at Sheet Metal Local 17 training center in Dorchester, Mass. on April 26.

Enjoy the read,

Anastasia Barnes

Read HP’s May 2023 issue now!

Read HP’s 2023 MEP issue now!