Turner Construction

Additional Info

Award Winner : ModSpace

Architectural Excellence : This marketing center is configured using (4) 10’x50’ modules. Two of the modules have a 6’ extension to support a canopy over the entrance to the building. The building is being used to market a large development project along the Boston waterfront, so the customer wanted much of the surrounding area to be visible from the building. With this in mind, a glass curtain wall was implemented into the design. The customer also envisions the roof of this building to one day be a deck looking out at the new development, so the roof was designed to support such a load.

The entire project consists of: One(1) 11’ X 56”; One (1) 10’X56”; Two(2) 10’X50’ and the total length of the job was only 84 days to completion

Cost Energy Effectiveness : Working closely with the customer, Turner Construction, cost savings were accomplished byhaving certain finishes and fixtures installed by Turner. For example, due to height restrictions during transportation, the HVAC and all associated duct work needed to be shipped loose. Working closely with ModSpace, Turner was able to save money by completing this installation themselves. ModSpace worked closely with the subcontractor who installed the glass curtain wall as well to ensure it fit properly when it was installed on site.

Occupied Date : 1/26/2007

Production Start Date : 11/1/2006

Project Location City : Boston

Project Location State Name : MA

Technical Innovation : Using NRB’s (manufacturer) build-it-together technology, the entire structure was assembled as one building in their plant to ensure everything would fit together and lineup properly on site. This was necessary for such a building since the glass curtain wall and other finishes were completed once the building was set on the site. Careful coordination between all involved parties was necessary to make everything fit together perfectly, and there were no problems with any dimensions. Having the entire structure built together, and not on assembly line, allowed the customer to make changes up until the building was shipped.

Total Square Feet : 2000

Category : Permanent: Retail or Hospitality: over 2,000 sq. ft.