News: Construction Design & Engineering
Posted: March 15, 2019
Landry/French Construction completes Verrill Dana’s office renovation
Portland, ME Landry/French Construction has completed significant renovations at Verrill Dana’s offices at One Portland Sq. in the downtown. Verrill Dana’s offices occupy the top four floors overlooking the Old Port and Casco Bay. The 64,000 s/f, multi-floor renovation was completed in 10 phases over a period of 20 months.
A two-story space was created on the 9th and 10th floors that anchor a conference center with nine meeting rooms. A “loungebrary” combines library resources with a staff lounge and flexible meeting space, creating a social hub for the 90-person firm. The space includes new video conferencing, modern technology, all new finishes, lighting, and mechanical systems throughout.
To minimize disruptions in the occupied spaces throughout the project, extensive coordination by Landry/French was required in order to minimize disruptions in the occupied spaces.
Canal 5 Studio of Portland designed the renovations.
MORE FROM Construction Design & Engineering
Nobis Group awards Robinson and Moreira STEM scholarships
Concord, NH Nobis Group, a 100% employee-owned consulting firm specializing in engineering and environmental solutions across the Northeast, has named the recipients of its 2025 STEM Scholarship: Andie Moreira of
Columns and Thought Leadership
Careers in Construction Month focus on training and safety - by Joe Camilo
October is Careers in Construction Month, and rarely has it been more consequential. According to our chapter’s national parent organization, the construction industry needs to attract half-a-million new workers in the coming year to meet demand. Addressing that need is a huge job, but we at ABC MA are trying to do our part.
Ask the Electrician: Is summer a prime time for commercial electrical maintenance?
The answer is “Yes!” While January marks the official new year, many businesses view September as a fresh start. This makes summer an ideal time for commercial property owners to schedule long-term electrical maintenance projects.
The rise of incubators and co-working spaces: The latest in life sciences - by Matt Combs
In recent years, the life science industry has witnessed a shift in how companies operate and innovate. One of the key driving forces behind this transformation is the emergence of incubators and co-working spaces specifically tailored to meet the unique budget and schedule needs of startups.
The design-build advantage: Integrated interior design solutions - by Parker Snyder
When it comes to corporate interior spaces for both commercial and industrial projects, partnering with a design-build firm with in-house interior design services can offer clients many benefits. Unlike traditional delivery methods where interior designers operate independently from the design and construction teams, often creating a longer project timeline as cost negotiations and revisions ensue