Massachusetts Architecture News (United States)

Small, green, affordable house by ZeroEnergy Design and FreeGreen will be built to LEED Platinum standards in the New Orleans Broadmoor neighborhood after being named a finalist in the U.S. Green Building Council's Natural Talent Design Competition.

Boston Area’s Design-Build green builder Sustainable Construction Services, Inc.(SCSI) sets industry standards once again by setting new warranty to 5 years - (up from 2 years previously), and a full 30 year warranty for full home construction

Sherborn Based Design-Build firm elected not to apply for this years Contractor of the year award by Eastern Mass chapter of the National Association of the Remodeling Industry.

As demand for solar power rises, SABIC Innovative Plastics is helping to drive the viability of this much sought-after energy source into worldwide mainstream use.

The penthouse at the famous former home of Isabella Stewart Gardner of the Gardner Museum has sold at 150 Beacon St., Boston for $8.5 Million by the Gibbons Group, LLC.

Beginning near Riley Plaza, once the site of Salem’s original harbor, these two tours will trace the path of Salem’s South River, ending at the Forest River on the Marblehead border.

Small, Green, and Affordable was the housing goal for the U.S. Green Building Council's 2010 Natural Talent Design Competition, won regionally by ZeroEnergy Design and FreeGreen.

Despite the languishing economy, CFOs at architecture and engineering firms across the country say they have extra cash available for capital improvements such as IT systems and even to consider making a deal or two.

Reeling from the economic downturn in recent years, A/E firms face a competitive business environment, and setting fees at levels that attract clients has not been without its challenges.

The first project of its kind is a restoration and conversion of an old barn in Lexington Massachusetts to a garage with an accessory dwelling unit above

Executives in the design industry have expressed mixed feelings about whether a management shakeup is necessary when a new leader takes the helm during a business turnaround.

ustainable Construction Services, Inc. (SCSI) received an impressive boost to it's already strong brand when Guild Quality independently surveyed all of Sustainable Construction's recent clients.

Sustainable Construction's Award winning arts and crafts style newton Center renovation will be featured in the next Newton green home tour by the Newton Green Decade on October 12th.

Fewer A/E firms are sending press releases, according to ZweigWhite’s 2010 Marketing Survey of Architecture, Engineering, Planning & Environmental Consulting Firms.

Dan Glickman, spoke about getting sub-contractors to cooperate with the necessary elements of qualifying for certifications such as LEED by connecting their compliance to their payment.

Sustainable Construction Services, Inc. (SCSI) website features blog about green building, construction, construction management and working with general contractors.

In the last two years, countless A/E firm have perished in the deep recession, experts agree

Mark Zweig, Founder and CEO of ZweigWhite has joined the Conference Advisory Board of Ecobuild America.

Interior Design students at The New England Institute of Art cross cultures to work with citizens of a Mexican village on plans to create new Community Center. Reuse - Recycle- Reclaim drives project.

Sherborn MA. Sustainable Construction Services, Inc. to Provide all new LEED qualifying homes and Green whole house remodels with an unprecedented 30 Year warranty.

According to ZweigWhite’s 2010 Marketing Survey, not only do more than half (58%) of A/E firms prepare a marketing budget, but also, 43% expect to spend more on marketing this year.

The Zweig Letter Hot Firm List of 175 high growth design and environmental firms was announced today by ZweigWhite for its 11th annual Hot Firm Competition.

Design professionals continue to invest in training in development, despite being severely hit by the recession, and in many cases are increasing training budgets and supplementing training to prepare for the economic recovery.

ZweigWhite, is pleased to announce the appointments of Jeff Clark as Managing Director and Principal and Hobson Hogan as Principal with ZweigWhite’s Mergers and Acquisition Services practice.

ZweigWhite’s 2010 Best Firms To Work For identifies the most exceptional practices in HR management and off-the-charts employee satisfaction in architecture, engineering, and environmental consulting firms.

According to ZweigWhite’s 2010 Fee & Billing Survey, A/E firms report that on average they begin 33% of projects without a signed contract, and that they get a retainer up front for a project only seven percent of the time.

ZweigWhite, the nation’s leader in enhancing business performance for the A/E industry, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ed Friedrichs as Chairman

Contemporary house with exceptional energy performance in Truro Massachusetts garners national coverage on the front of top trade publication, Builder magazine.

An Innovative, Cost-conscious and Time-efficient Virtual Design Service

Boston, Massachusetts, 15 June 2009. iRent™ LLC, the PC based Software as a Service provider, today announced the signing of an agreement with IMSI/Design®, the global leader in retail CAD.

LunarStudio Architectural Renderings Releases LunarLog Blog

ZeroEnergy Design’s English Residence in Orleans, Massachusetts is selected as a Finalist for Environmental Design + Construction's 2010 Excellence in Design awards.

National Office Systems-SYSTEMATICS, the nation’s largest provider of storage and information management systems, today announced plans to expand into New York state with its high-tech and traditional solutions to records and asset management.

The award-winning Truro Residence, by ZeroEnergy Design received a Citation for Sustainability from the Boston Society of Architects.

Company expands to become dominate provider of storage and document management systems across the U. S.

The award-winning kitchen design, selected from more than 1,400 entries, is from the Truro Residence, by ZeroEnergy Design and Silvia and Silvia Custom Builders.

Stephanie Horowitz, AIA of ZeroEnergy Design was selected for a Five Under Forty Award, which recognizes the hottest emerging talent in residential design in New England.

Systematics, Inc. www.systematicsinc.com is pleased to announce that it has finalized an agreement with Tiffin Metal Products to make the company Tiffin’s exclusive New England distributor for their Sentinel Locker line of Law Enforcement lockers.

Luxury ‘Green’ Living has come to Newton, MA at Cold Spring Green; four stunning, contemporary townhouses at Cold Spring Park. Owners can reduce their carbon footprint while living in unique homes crafted with extraordinary detail and artistry.

FreeGreen.com has launched its new Custom House Plan Service which allows customers to obtain a custom designed green home for the same costs as a stock house plan.

High performance architecture & HVAC design firm now offers air quality certification for new green homes.

FreeGreen launches its new home design contest called Who's Next. This groundbreaking effort turns the design contest world on its head by allowing entrants to promote themselves and their firms to the public.

The NARI Contractor of the Year Awards in Boston highlighted a spectacular bathroom renovation, awarding Gold for Best Bathroom over $60,000.

ZeroEnergy Design announces that two of its principals are now Certified Passive House Consultants.

The PRISM Awards in Boston highlight a spectacular new modern bathroom with a Silver Award.

The PRISM Awards in Boston highlighted a spectacular new modern house with multiple awards, including Most Innovative Single Family ‘Green Design.’

Equipment leasing vs. buying is more attractive during periods of economic downturn, and the financing of equipment is becoming increasingly important as businesses strategically invest in their infrastructure.

September 2009 is Home Improvement Trade Show Month. NextDay Moulding's booths will have information and ideas for home owners and contractors in Portland and in Boston.

CBI Consulting Inc. named to Boston Business Journal’s “The List” of area’s largest architectural firms.

Great Barrington, MA – LEED Linc, Inc. is pleased to announce the appointment of Kim Benson, LEED AP, as its Pacific Northwest Account Executive.