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A Mass Timber & CLT Development

New project sneak peek!

We’re designing a CLT mass timber building! Too early to announce anything yet, but stay tuned as we explore and develop a novel and sustainable building typology. 

 

3 years ago

New East Boston Residential Project

A new 9-unit multifamily in East Boston!

MFDS is working on a ground-up new multifamily residential project which blends into the urban fabric by taking many contextual elements from the surrounding neighborhood. This 4 story project includes many outdoor decks, 7 parking spots, and a generous rear yard for all tenants.  

 

3 years ago

ABX 2019

Our projects were featured at ABX!

We were excited to have our projects selected for display at ABX 2019 – Boston’s annual architectural tradeshow. We were also pleased to make some new connections with a potential vendor in our ongoing mass timber/CLT research, stay tuned for more updates on our efforts to implement this novel sustainable building system into a new project!

 

3 years ago

Construction Begins on One Newcomb Place

Excavation has begun!

We’re looking forward to seeing the innovative terracotta shiplap cladding add a contemporary and complementary presence to the area. You can find more info about the project here.

 

4 years ago

Monomoy Residence Photoshoot Scouting

We did some scouting for an upcoming photoshoot!

The house is complete with some furniture on its way, while the landscape is nicely growing in. We’re excited with the results, as is our client – we can’t wait for our photographer to properly document and capture the project. Many thanks to Haycon, they built an exceptional home.

 

4 years ago

26 Centre Begins Construction

A new multifamily housing project  at 26 Centre St is underway!

Foundations are set to be poured, we’re looking forward to adding another project to Boston’s much needed housing stock.

 

4 years ago

Marketing Lookbook

2019 MFDS Recent Work!

We’ve been fortunate to have worked on and started some great projects recently, and this lookbook highlights the broad portfolio of work in development and nearing completion. 1065 Tremont Phase 2 will be completed in August and ready for September move-in, the Admiral’s Condominium renovations are on their final punchlist, and Area 207 Salons and Monomoy Residence are complete – ready for photoshoots this summer! One Newcomb Place will start construction soon, while 44 N Beacon will be submitted for permit early summer. We have a few more projects in the pipeline, stay tuned for more updates!

A few copies of our printed lookbooks – and a spread on One Newcomb Place, starting construction this summer.
A new project in the pipeline – stay tuned!
1065 Phase 2 exterior is complete!

 

 

 

4 years ago

Adaptive Reuse Sneak Peek

A sneak peek into an exciting new project!

We can’t reveal the project just yet, but we can show you some existing conditions photos. It’s an adaptive reuse project to re-envision a dilapidated industrial building into a vibrant new typology…stay tuned!

 

4 years ago

Monomoy Residence Update

The Monomoy Residence is nearing completion!

The building is fully enclosed, and the finishes are well underway. Paint has started, and bathroom finishes are being installed. The wood floors will be laid later this month, just before the millwork is installed. The landscape that was planted last fall will start to grow in with the spring, and we’re looking forward to the project being complete come early spring!

Also, see Tradern Fine Woodworking’s Instagram post at the end for a sneak peek at our hidden ships ladder to the roof deck!

South elevation of the addition. The middle vertical band of temporary doors will be replaced with full height glazing once all finishes and fixtures have been delivered.

Second floor glass bridge looking south – the door at the end of the hallway is temporary and will be replaced with floor-to-ceiling glass for an uninterrupted view to the water.
Glass bridge to the second floor master suite, cutting through the existing house into new addition.
First floor master bedroom, looking out on a foggy day.

 

We’re very happy with the quality and attention to detail of our woodworker on the project, Tradern Fine Woodworking. Check out their Instagram for more of their great work.

View this post on Instagram

We have a ladder system in the works which will pull out of a wall of walnut cabinetry, giving access to a roof deck, fun project! . . . . #ladder #pullout #rollingladder #walnut #cabinetry #custom #woodworking #handmade #itsnoteasy #roofaccess

A post shared by Tradern Fine Woodworking (@tradern_fine_woodworking) on Feb 6, 2019 at 12:13pm PST

 

 

 

 

 

4 years ago

50 & 100 Boatswain’s Construction Update

50 & 100 Boatswain’s Way are undergoing some major transformations!

The arches are being framed for the barrel vault ceiling at 50 Boatswain’s Way, and the coffered ceiling structure is starting to take shape at 100 Boatswain’s Way.  Wainscot paneling is also being installed in the corridors of both buildings.  These design details are already giving us a preview of how different these spaces will feel once completed!

 

Lobby Before Construction at 50 Boatswain’s Way

 

Lobby Under Construction at 50 Boatswain’s Way

 

Lobby Before Construction at 100 Boatswain’s Way

 

Lobby Before Construction at 100 Boatswain’s Way

 

Lobby Under Construction at 100 Boatswain’s Way

 

4 years ago
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