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Posted: May 1, 2014
Waltham Watch Factory rainwater management system named Green Innovation Award winner by USGBC
The Waltham Watch Factory lies on the banks of the Charles River, 13 miles upstream from downtown Boston. The 12-acre property, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places, features 22 interconnected brick buildings that total 400,000 s/f of interior space. Designing the site's historic courtyard spaces was a significant part of the landscape renovation, but only one aspect of a broader stormwater-mitigation strategy that was implemented across the entire site. The design team adopted existing industrial language from the 150-year-old factory landscape and applied modern stormwater practices to mitigate rainwater that collects on roof, parking, and hardscape surfaces.
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Recently passed legislation creates opportunities to meet CT’s changing energy needs - by Klein and Feinn
For decades, New England has had a summer-peaking power system, where the greatest energy use occurs on the hottest and most humid days, due to widespread use of air conditioning. But by the mid-2030s, electrification of the heating sector likely will result in a winter peak that’s higher than the summer peak.
IREM President’s Message: Fostering community connections during the holiday season
The holidays are again taking center stage, and with them comes an opportunity for multifamily communities to connect with the businesses and organizations in their cities and towns, fostering a sense of unity and generosity during this giving season
Selecting the right façade installation firm - by Steven Powell
As the owner of a major new property being developed, or an existing large building preparing for major renovation, you want your design and construction team to have the right experience, capabilities, and expertise to match the project demands. A critical member of this team will be the façade installation specialty firm, since the quality of this installation will impact
