Please join Bob Stevens, PE and Jillian Tomaselli, RA as they present Flat Street, Brattleboro: A Mass Timber Feasibility Study on August 7th at the Vermont Forest Industry Network event.
S&A extends a heartfelt ‘thank you’ to New England Youth Theatre for the opportunity to work on the NEYT outdoor amphitheater and garden classroom project. We hope everyone will enjoy this beautiful space for years to come.
Congratulations to Windham Windsor Housing Trust and everyone involved in the Great River Terrace ‘neighborhood’ project located in north Brattleboro. S&A is grateful for the opportunity to contribute to the first permanent supportive housing project in southern Vermont.
To learn more about WWHT and this project visit: http://www.w-wht.org/ and https://www.reformer.com/…/great-river-grand-opening-set-fo…? 
Andrea Ameden ~
As witness to the destruction that Hurricane Irene inflicted on roadway and bridge infrastructure in her hometown of Bondville, Vermont, Andrea was motivated to pursue a career in civil engineering beginning by earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Civil Engineering with a minor in Mathematics from the University of Vermont. Her studies focused on the structural analysis of steel, timber, reinforced concrete, and river engineering hydraulics and design practices. Andrea’s senior year capstone project involved designing a pedestrian bridge to cross the Battenkill River and connect two ends of the Riverwalk trail. From this, she developed strong communication skills while coordinating client and user wants balanced with the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources regulations. In addition to her studies, Andrea was President of the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) – UVM Student Chapter, as well as a dedicated volunteer for the UVM Living-Learning Program serving Chittenden County. Andrea’s internships provided significant experience with data collection and synthesis producing extensive documents on the research of water pollutants, stormwater infrastructure conditions, and traffic count studies. She is enthusiastic to join the S&A team, which encourages collaboration, innovation, professional development, and community involvement.
S&A team member, Jillian Tomaselli will be presenting a mass timber feasibility study on a 5 story mixed-use project next Friday, June 29th at the 1st Annual Vermont Forest Industry Summit at Burke Mountain, East Burke, VT.
For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/gjEGVfa
So much progress has been made on the New England Youth Theatre outdoor amphitheater and garden classroom project. It’s very exciting to see this space taking shape.
Congratulations Jillian Tomaselli for passing your final Architectural Registration Exam !!!! We thank you for giving us a great reason to take a break from our computers, relax for a moment and eat cake.
Congratulations to Serenity Wolf, PE as one of twenty-four recognized emerging leaders at the 2nd Annual Southern Vermont Economic Development Summit. To learn more about this event visit:
Twenty-four Emerging Leaders Recognized at 2nd Annual Southern Vermont Summit
Mark has over 30 years of experience in landscape architecture, with a focus on creating vibrant, functional and livable places. He has substantial work experience in the areas of community planning, campus planning, and urban design – as well as the design and construction of streets, plazas and parks. Mark earned degrees in landscape architecture from Cornell University and Harvard University.
As a landscape architect in Saratoga Springs and Buffalo, NY, Mark lead projects ranging from regional planning to campus planning to detailed site design and construction administration. Most recently he was a faculty member in the Program of Landscape Architecture at the University of Connecticut, where he taught courses in urban planning, site design, site construction and computer applications. While at UConn, Mark also spent time working for the Office of University Planning, Design and Construction managing several important planning studies related to campus function and appearance as well as the site design and construction of critical projects in the campus core.
Stevens & Associates is proud to sponsor the Preservation Trust of Vermont. Join S&A and M&S Development in Bristol, VT on June 8th for the annual Historic Preservation & Downtown Conference.
Historic Preservation & Downtown Conference • Friday June 8, Bristol, VT
Ben Harwood, EI uses a resistance drill as part of a structural assessment for the historic Ashfield, MA Town Hall Steeple project. S&A is pleased to offer clients this service when conducting structural assessments for historic and non-historic buildings with wood frame construction. Resistance drills, more commonly used by the forestry industry, are becoming a useful and reliable tool for structural engineers to determine the condition of historic, heavy timber and wood frame buildings.
Jessica brings a refreshing energy and enthusiasm to S&A’s front office. Her cheerful personality and hands-on attitude are greatly appreciated by the entire staff. Without hesitation, she has applied her background in event planning and project coordination to her position proving to be a vital member of the S&A team.
S&A welcomes Taylor Shulda, Landscape Architect Designer and Arelis Quinone, Architectural Designer to the team.
From a very early age, Arelis Quinones was introduced to art, culture and architectural design igniting her passion for design within different cultures and historic preservation. She broadened her interests by earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Anthropology from the University of Puerto Rico. These interests led her on a journey to Keene State College, where she obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture. During her time at Keene State, the Thorne Sagendorph Art Gallery displayed one of her collaborative artwork pieces. Arelis brings to the S&A architectural team a multicultural perspective formed by her love for art, culture and architecture, as well as her knowledge of sustainable design and architectural history.
Taylor Shulda, Landscape Architect Designer earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst. His studies included freshwater ecology, landscape patterns and process, site engineering, and construction technology. During his design studios at UMass, Taylor explored large-scale design work utilizing new urbanism and sustainable design practices. He has experience working on small-scale design work and portfolio-building projects working in the field building and installing hardscapes. Taylor is currently working toward his licensure, and is blending his studio with his field skills to create designs that ensure a strong, clear communication between architect and contractor.
Thank You! S&A is proud to accept the Vermont Business Magazine’s 2018 Best of Business Award for Best Engineering Firm. Our goal is to continue to provide smart and responsible design to strengthen and improve our communities.
http://events.vermontbiz.com/2018-bob-winners/
Thankfully S&A professional engineer, Ham Hodgman, PE is not afraid of heights. Read more about this great project in the Times Argus.
S&A is grateful for another opportunity to work with great people on a meaningful downtown community project for the New England Youth Theatre.
To read more visit: https://lnkd.in/duvgFEY
Bob Stevens, a principal for M&S Development is proud to present at the 2018 LOCUS National Leadership Summit: Rebuild America’s Neighborhoods on April 23rd.
For more details, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dWzjWtE
S&A is excited to co-sponsor an evening of learning and networking with DevelopSpringfield, M&S Development, and CNU New England. Please join us April 10th for the following presentation: TRANSFORMING DOWNTOWNS – Combining urban design with economic strategies to rebuild downtowns, and a *bonus* workshop: PROJECT PRO FORMA WORKSHOP.
For more information visit: https://lnkd.in/dfg-RMC
Hamilton (Ham) Hodgman, PE and Project Manager for Stevens & Associates will be presenting at IBC Training January 24. This seminar will focus on IBC Chapter 17 Special Inspections in Vermont. Ham’s session will cover the areas of Reinforced Concrete, Structural Steel, and Fire Proofing for primary building systems.
http://www.buildsafevt.org/NewsBriefs/ibc-training-january-24-2018
SEON is proud to recognize three of its members that are involved in the Great River Terrace project in Brattleboro: Windham & Windsor Housing Trust, Stevens & Associates, PC (architects) and GPI Construction.
S&A Architect, Alan Berry is looking forward to attending the Traditional Building Conference December 5th & 6th in Brooklyn, NY.
The Brattleboro Area Middle School (BAMS) invited professionals from Stevens & Associates, P.C. (S&A) to connect with 8th grade students participating in the Technology & Design exploratory program. In light of recent natural disasters and the refugee crisis, the students were challenged to consider the question: How might we design safe and sustainable shelters for displaced families to live well? Students used the design thinking process to imagine, plan and create their projects to address issues such as: flooding, access to safe drinking water, excessive heat and safety. Throughout the process, students practiced their problem-solving skills using everyday materials and continuously improved upon their designs. After the models were completed, the students hosted a Shelter Design Showcase sharing their designs and experiences with peers, school staff and community members.
The architects and engineers from S&A were very impressed by each student’s display and enjoyed meeting them to evaluate the structures. Diane Abate, an architect at S&A stated, “Students took into account real-life environmental, social and economic challenges as they thought about what materials to use, what renewable or reusable resources were available, and considered how and where their structures would be built.” While engaging with the students, the S&A team encouraged each one to embrace design difficulties and explore options leading to alternative solutions. One student reflected, “When I started I was just going to use a regular flat roof, but then I realized water would just build up on the roof. I created a dome shape top to drain the water off of the house, so the roof does not cave in.”
S&A believes in the value of relationship building with local schools and supports STEM programs that introduce science, technology, engineering, and mathematics to students. BAMS Technical Education Teacher, Daisy Frederick is looking forward to continuing this important connection and even expanding the experience for next semester. “I am truly inspired by the creativity and imagination of my students and am so excited to be able to expose them to career opportunities in our local community,” Frederick explained. In addition to evaluating and discussing each student’s model, the architects and engineers answered questions and shared stories about their own educational and professional journey.
Stevens & Associates and M&S Development are proud sponsors of the 2017 Vermont Development Conference. On November 14th, please join us along with over 275 design, development and real estate professionals for a full day of networking, seminars, and workshops. Tickets are going fast.
For more information visit – http://whiteandburke.com/resources/vermont-development-conference/
Please join Bob Stevens as he presents: Financing for Projects that Don’t Pencil Out – LOCUS: Smart Growth America Webinar at 1:00 PM on November 7th.
Erin Fajans has returned to her native southern Vermont to continue her career as an engineer. She received a Master of Civil Engineering Degree from Norwich University and a Bachelor of Science Degree in Architectural Engineering Technology from Vermont Technical College. In addition, Erin was the recipient of the Vermont Technical College Student of the Year and Architectural Engineering Technician of the Year awards. Her previous experience as a mechanical designer and structural engineer included analyzing existing structural framing systems, new platform and foundation designs, as well as modifications to repurpose existing warehouses within the food processing industry. She is currently focusing her efforts on the structural design of commercial and residential projects, and looks forward to applying her experience in commercial construction to her interest of historic preservation and reuse projects within downtown communities.
On October 10th, Stevens & Associates, M&S Development and DevelopSpringfield will co-sponsor an evening for design, planning and development professionals to meet up and learn about the principles of New Urbanism. The goal is to discover how we can rebuild the fabric of place in New England one project at a time.
Guest Speaker: Mark Westa, Associate Professor of Landscape Architecture at the University of Connecticut will present – A Seated Tour of Downtown Springfield: A case study of urban design – The good, the bad and the other
Please visit HERE for registration and program information.
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