Tag: workplace
Lessons Learned from Healthcare Design for the Post-COVID Workplace
by Jason Costello and Janet Morra Entering the office post-quarantine will be like entering the hospital – workers will be admitted only after they are determined to be fever and symptom free. Once inside, they will avoid contamination, touching as few surfaces as possible, staying six feet apart from others, and making sure their personal […]
BLFR Partners on Cape Cod 5 HQ
Hyannis, MA – Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects, Inc. (BLFR) announced the completion of the new 80,000sf headquarters for Cape Cod 5, located at 1500 lyannough Road in Hyannis. The new corporate campus, known as “HQ5,” features many notable energy efficient and smart amenities and Cape Cod‘s first parking garage. The building‘s exterior […]
Open Your Mind to the New(er) Open Space
by Daniel Perruzzi, Jr. As designers of high-functioning workplaces, we understand that the term “open office” elicits a lot of commentary (often negative). Many articles, blog posts, and other social media posts indicate the transition to an open office can lead to a perceived loss of privacy, increased distractions and decreased productivity, a break-down in […]
Elkus Manfredi to Redesign Offices
Boston – The law firm of Foley Hoag LLP is embarking on a redesign of its Boston offices at 155 Seaport Blvd. Elkus Manfredi Architects will incorporate state-of the-art technology, client-focused meeting places, and more daylight across all workplaces. When complete, the new office will occupy 165,000sf on five floors. The new workplace includes the […]
AIS Building Wins IFMA Award
Boston – The AIS building, designed by Nelson and constructed by Dacon, has won the International Facilities Management Association (IFMA) Boston Chapter award. Design was done by Nelson, with Dacon overseeing construction and providing technical solutions. The result was 23,000sf space with a 20-foot green wall and 10,000 solar panels that reduced energy costs by 60% and […]
For Effective Workplace Design, Embrace Humanity
by Katherine Berger and Lynn Brotman CEO and human resources directors know from experience that thoughtful design is critical to an effective, productive workplace. While goals for workplace design like sustainability and occupant wellness have become industry standards, at Svigals+Partners, we have been quietly pursuing another goal for our office projects that we believe supersedes the […]
Strawberry Hill Corp. Ctr. Renovated
Acton, MA – The latest property to fall into Campanelli’s hands is Strawberry Hill Corporate Center, located at 289 Great Road in Acton. The 84,000sf property, purchased by Campanelli in partnership with Trigate Capital underwent a multimillion dollar face-lift this past summer. The renovations, delivered by the Campanelli’s in-house construction arm, include a modernized front […]
Recruiting IS Marketing
by Colm Allen With talent scarcity remaining, how do you get THE best candidates from your competitors to WANT to join your team? The days where people just show up and “buy” what you have to offer are gone. You need to engage and encourage candidates to want to come to your place of business. […]
