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Mostue & Associates Architects, along with the Somerville Housing Authority and the Massachusetts Department of Housing & Community Development, received the award for “Innovation in Sustainability” for the precast concrete Mystic River Modules renovation project. The project is an innovative pilot program and a prototype which added 240 prefabricated precast kitchen and bathroom modules to state-financed public housing. |
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Mostue & Associates Architects recently broke ground for the St. Polycarp Village Rental Apartments, a 24-unit, mixed-use development in Somerville. The firm is also currently working on 6 Fort Street, the adaptive reuse of an office building in Quincy, Massachusetts into affordable housing, and master planning for the Park Holm public housing development in Newport, Rhode Island. Several projects that are nearing completion include major renovations at the Back of the Hill Apartments in Boston and the renovation and expansion of the Inn Transition facilities, transitional housing for homeless women and children in Peabody, MA. |
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North Andover, MA – June 2, 2008 – The Rolling Ridge Conference Center is working closely with local architect Iric Rex, AIA to plan for a future of environmentally sustainable operation. Located on Lake Cochickwick in North Andover, Rolling Ridge is a 38-acre peninsula with elegant historical architecture and landscape design. Iric Rex, of Mostue & Associates Architects, will be conducting a review of their entire campus, including buildings and landscape, to propose and implement strategies to assist the staff in maintaining and improving the distinctive and historically important buildings and grounds. The twin goals of preservation of the graceful historic design and introducing cutting-edge energy efficiency are not necessarily at odds. In fact both are necessary to the continued prominence and charm of the spectacular setting. Iric has achieved 55 percent energy savings on similar historical buildings through careful integration of new technologies while preserving historical charm. The greening of Rolling Ridge is vitally important to Reverend Larry Peacock, Executive Director. Reverend Peacock considers environmental stewardship an integral aspect of Rolling Ridge’s spiritual mission. The pastoral setting serves as a peaceful retreat from some of the pressures of everyday life. But over the past decade, energy costs have become a larger part of his operating costs, and the rich historical building exteriors have needed accelerated maintenance. As the Rolling Ridge Board meets with Iric Rex to consider fundraising and building improvements, it must also consider the environmental impact of their renovations in preserving the long-term viability of the site and its operations. At Rolling Ridge, “greening strategies” will include major improvements to heating and cooling systems, resulting in improved operating efficiencies and comfort for their retreat guests. The design effort will also reduce electricity and water use, improve air quality, preserve historical building components, and expand the use of the facility for guests with limited mobility. Sustainable construction techniques and solar power generation will also be considered as ways of making Rolling Ridge an environmentally responsible neighbor. Links to other published articles: North Andover Citizen The Eagle Tribune |
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Mostue & Associates is currently finishing the adaptive reuse of a historic building in Chelsea to create a mixed-use development for our client Toward Independent Living & Learning (TILL). TILL is a private, not-for-profit human service agency, which provides a comprehensive range of services throughout Massachusetts and New Hampshire for individuals of all ages with mental retardation, behavioral health, physical handicaps, learning disabilities, and other developmental disabilities. With funding from the U.S. Department of Interiors’ Historic Preservation tax credits; this project will feature 23 units of affordable housing, including at least two 2-bedroom units for Department of Mental Retardation (DMR), along with 11,000 SF of redeveloped space for the adult day habilitation center currently operating at the location. To see photos of TILL, visit the “Housing & Mixed Use” project gallery. |
Before Renovations![]() ![]() After Renovations ![]() ![]() A new affordable housing development recently hit the South Lawrence market. Located at 211-217 Farnham St., Farnham Court is 11 apartments in 4 buildings that form a U-shaped residential neighborhood. Three of the buildings received a gut rehab featuring refinished hardwood floors and Energy Star windows, appliances, and heating systems. The renovation drastically transformed three dilapidated buildings into viable apartments that accommodate modern lifestyles. For more information and photos, please visit the "Housing & Mixed Use" project gallery. |