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Austin Design , Inc., Colrain, MA

www.austindesign.biz

Concrete Contractor's Office, MA

Austin Design Inc. recently completed the conceptual design of an office building for a concrete contractor. Set against a large existing warehouse, the addition was developed to unify the smaller building elements against the substantial backdrop. At each window, Austin Design “stripped” the layer of stucco from the ICFs to expose a smooth, polished concrete surround – thus showcasing the material with which the company has made its name. Along the roof, a narrow 60’ skyspace illuminates the second floor; another shines down to the entry. (top)

Kraus Fitch Architects, Amherst, MA
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Mosaic Commons, MA

Mosaic Commons is a 34-unit cohousing project in Central Massachusetts. By super-insulating the building envelopes and using triple-glazed windows, the project was able to substantially reduce the cost and extent of traditional mechanical systems in favor of point source heaters. The project includes shared amenities within a common house and a pedestrian-friendly site.  (center)