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Caledonia Courthouse Renovations
April 10, 2017

Caledonia Courthouse Renovations

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Caledonia Courthouse Renovations

St. Johnsbury, Vermont

Project Type: Historic and General
  • OWNER: State of VT Buildings & General Services
  • ARCHITECT: EH Danson Associates
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

This project consisted of the alteration of the original historic courthouse building to include structural modifications to the existing foundations, removal, and replacement of interior finishes to accommodate modifications to the existing structural framing. Additional work includes the modification of the interior spaces affected by the foundation replacement and new offices constructed to accommodate existing staff to remain in place during construction operations.

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Billings Farm: Archives Addition
April 10, 2017

Billings Farm: Archives Addition

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Richard Billings House, Archives Addition

Woodstock, VT

Project Type: Historic and General
  • OWNER: Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park Service
  • ARCHITECT: Smith, Alvarez, Sienkiewycz, Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

This project consisted of an addition, approximately 1,300 SF, to replace the existing porch with a new enclosed archives room used to store family papers from the Billings and Rockefeller families. It received the 2016 Preservation Award.

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133 State Street Renovations
April 10, 2017

133 State Street Renovations

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133 State Street Renovations

Montpelier, VT

Project Type: Historic and General
  • OWNER: State of Vermont Buildings & General Services
  • ARCHITECT: Smith, Alvarez, Sienkiewycz, Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

This project involved the interior renovation of 133 State Street, a 100,000 SF building that is on the State Register of Historic Places and is adjacent to the Vermont State House.

Renovations included new mechanical and electrical systems and the restoration of historic spaces, which included a two-story state meeting room, auditorium and public lobbies and corridors, bathroom renovations, finishes, doors and hardware, restoration of decorative plaster work, marble and woodwork, replacement of the building’s elevators, work necessary to bring the building into conformance with ADA and building codes, installation of automatic sprinkler, data, fire alarm, phone and CATV systems, replacement of the building’s MEP systems, extensive interior renovations to accommodate office, meeting and function space for multiple state departments.

This project was phased over several years to allow partial owner occupancy throughout construction.

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Photo credit Sally McCay

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Opera Block Housing Renovations
April 3, 2017

Opera Block Housing Renovations

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Opera Block Housing Renovations

Woodsville, New Hampshire

Project Type: Housing and Historic
  • OWNER: AHEAD, Inc.
  • ARCHITECT: Black River Design, Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

Renovations to an occupied facility, including 34 units, and a community area for seniors or people living with disabilities. Renovations included an overhaul of the elevator, replacement of the heating and ventilation systems, electrical upgrades, elimination of an underground oil storage tank, numerous energy upgrades, new windows, kitchen cabinets, appliances, water saving plumbing fixtures and new flooring and paint. Solar panels were added to the roof to provide the hot water for the building. Work at the lower level community space preserved some of the original building’s historic details. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Olivia Beleau of AHEAD said of the project:

“Attention to detail and not disturbing the historic fabric of the properties was critical. You all did a great job on that!”

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Lisbon Inn: Housing Renovations
March 23, 2017

Lisbon Inn: Housing Renovations

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Lisbon Inn Housing Renovations

Lisbon, New Hampshire

Project Type: Housing and Historic
  • OWNER: AHEAD, Inc.
  • ARCHITECT: Black River Design, Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

Renovations to an occupied facility, including 19 units and community area. The historic Lisbon Inn needed a major facelift. The needs were numerous, including the replacement of a 30-year old underground storage tank, erosion in the parking area, deteriorated porches, paint failure and aging windows and doors. The thermal envelope was improved by adding insulation and reducing the amount of air infiltration. The major building systems (elevator mechanism, HVAC, electrical system, lighting, sprinkler and fire alarms) were all replaced, and all apartments received new kitchens and baths and a variety of cosmetic improvements. The Lisbon Inn is listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

Olivia Beleau of AHEAD said of the project:

“Attention to detail and not disturbing the historic fabric of the properties was critical. You all did a great job on that!”

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Springfield Community Health Center
March 23, 2017

Springfield Community Health Center

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Springfield Community Health Center

Springfield, Vermont

Project Type: Health Care and Historic
  • OWNER: Springfield Medical Care Systems
  • ARCHITECT: Joseph Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

Renovations to the Fellows Gear Shaper Building to accommodate medical offices and exam rooms for Springfield Hospital. The project involved coordinating work with the site developer, historical goals and site contaminations. Design/build MEP.

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Vermont History Center
March 20, 2017

Vermont History Center

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Vermont History Center

Barre, Vermont

Project Type: Education and Historic
  • OWNER: Vermont Historical Society
  • ARCHITECT: Black River Design Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

We provided pre-construction as well as construction services, restoring and renovating the old Spaulding School which was converted into the History Center. Project involved a total area in excess of 60,000 SF, of which 40,000 SF were heavily renovated, leaving an additional 20,000 SF for the future expansion. The project included restoring space for the History Center library.

“HPC was absolutely the right choice for the job. We’re heading into the balance of the work with a great team in place and a solid working relationship established. Ben Harrington and his team have helped us wrestle with the tough issues (budget, scope, schedule) in a very professional, courteous and patient manner.”
– Jeffry Glasberg, Owner Representative

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Lamoille View Apartments
November 29, 2016

Lamoille View Apartments

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Lamoille View Apartments

Morrisville, Vermont

Project Type: Housing and Historic
  • OWNER: Housing Vermont
  • ARCHITECT: S2 Architecture
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

This project consisted of renovations to 25 units. Work included energy efficiency upgrades and the installation of a new elevator. All work was accomplished while the building remained occupied. Work included preserving historic details.

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Notre Dame: Senior Living Renovations
November 29, 2016

Notre Dame: Senior Living Renovations

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Senior Living at Notre Dame

Berlin, New Hampshire

Project Type: Housing and Historic
  • OWNER: AHEAD, Inc.
  • ARCHITECT: Alba Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

Work included energy improvements, re-insulating of exterior envelope and new windows; 33 units plus meeting and community space; historic restoration included maintaining the exterior facade and preserving interior details.

2015 NH Preservation Achievement Award, 2015 NH Merit Achievement Award, Home Energy Rating Certificate, 5 Stars Plus Confirmed *****+, included on the National Register of Historic Places.

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Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park: Forest Center
November 29, 2016

Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park: Forest Center

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Forest Center at Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller National Park

Woodstock, Vermont

Project Type: Education, Green Building and Historic
  • OWNER: National Park Service
  • ARCHITECT: Smith, Alvarez, Sienkiewycz, Architects
  • DELIVERY METHOD: CM

The construction of the Forest Center allowed for the owner to arrange for the dimensional and finish material lumber to be cut and rough sawn on-site. The lumber was sent out to be kiln-dried and then milled on-site. We also installed solar panels and biomass boilers to make the building more energy-efficient.

As a result of our hard work, the project received a LEED Platinum certification. The Forest Center was awarded Honorable Mention (second place, national competition) by the Forest Stewardship Council US, Minneapolis, MN.  It also won an Efficiency Vermont Better Buildings by Design Merit Award (New Construction).

“I just wanted to say how pleased the national park is with the results of the recent work in the Forest Center. Thank you for your patient, focus and steadfast commitment to the success of this project and the beautifully built building we are so proud of.”
– Rolf Diamant, Superintendent, US Dept. of the Interior, National Park Service

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