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MacDonald joins DeStefano Architects as manager of firm's residential studio

According to DeStefano Architects, PLLC, Juli MacDonald, AIA, was hired as the manager of the firm's residential studio. MacDonald is a member of the American Institute of Architects, NCARB certified and a LEED Accredited Professional. She brings over 20 years of architectural experience to DeStefano Architects. MacDonald received a bachelor of science in Architecture degree from the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign. MacDonald was previously the owner of GreenBridge Architects and before that was a project architect with DeStefano Architects. She plays an active role in her community serving on the board of ROOF Over Head Collaborative and on the Amesbury Historical Commission. She is also a co-founder of the Seacoast Green Building Coalition in Newburyport. MacDonald is excited to be returning to the D|A team and looks forward to being a part of their continued growth. For the past two decades DeStefano Architects has provided unparalleled design services to discerning clients throughout New England. The firm's vast experience covers a wide array of project types varying in size and complexity. DeStefano Architects is dedicated to creating environments that function efficiently, enhance productivity and improve quality of life.
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Shawmut Design and Construction breaks ground on the 195 District Park Pavilion in Providence, RI

Shawmut Design and Construction breaks ground on the 195 District Park Pavilion in Providence, RI

Providence, RI Shawmut Design and Construction celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking for the 195 District Park Pavilion, marking the start of construction on a facility that will feature year-round dining and support space for park operations. In addition to the 3,500 s/f building, the project will include infrastructure upgrades
The New England Real Estate Journal presents<br> the First Annual Project of the Year Award! Vote today!

The New England Real Estate Journal presents
the First Annual Project of the Year Award! Vote today!

The New England Real Estate proud to showcase the remarkable projects that have graced the cover and center spread of NEREJ this year, all made possible by the collaboration of outstanding project teams. Now, it's time to recognize the top project of 2024, and we need your vote!
Investing in a falling rate environment - by Harrison Klein

Investing in a falling rate environment - by Harrison Klein

Long-term interest rates have fallen by 100 basis points, and the market is normalizing. In December of 2022 I wrote an article about investing in a high interest rate, high inflation market. Since then, inflation has cooled off, and the Fed has begun lowering their funds rate.
The 2024 CRE markets: “The Ups” (industrial) and “The Downs” (Boston class B/C office) - by Webster Collins

The 2024 CRE markets: “The Ups” (industrial) and “The Downs” (Boston class B/C office) - by Webster Collins

The industrial markets have never been stronger. What has happened is that the build out of Devens with new high-tech biotech manufacturing with housing to service these buildings serves as the connector required to really make the I-495 West market sizzle. Worcester has been the beneficiary