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Friar Architecture is pleased to announce Elena Lang as our newest team member as an Architectural Designer. Elena is a recent graduate from the University of Massachusetts, having earned her Master of Architecture Degree. Please join us in welcoming her to the team! https://lnkd.in/eQdKdhkw

Over the last several months, the 12-member Library Building Committee has been working diligently with Town Officials, Town Staff, Friar Architects & HBM Architects, and construction contractors to design Manchester’s 21st Century Public Library in the heart of Downtown Main Street. The new library project is progressing with exciting advancements for both interior and exterior design elements. While the designs are subject to further refinement, the architectural vision showcases a spectacular structure, incorporating community feedback on the initial designs to create a welcoming space for reading, learning, connection, and conversation. “In November 2022, Manchester voters overwhelmingly approved the construction of a 21st-century, state-of-the-art library for our community,” said Mayor Moran. “The Board of Directors formed and tasked the Library Building Committee to carry out this mission, and I’m proud of the work they’ve done to see that Manchester will have the best public library in the entire state.” The building designs aim for a future potential goal of net-zero energy with geothermal heating/cooling systems. These systems along with other sustainable materials are outlined in a proposed Energy Usage Model examined by Eversource and its consultants which considers opportunities to effectively offset costs to implementation. While these plans are still underway, the project team is optimistic about the sustainable factors this new building would bring to the Manchester community. In late June 2024, the Town of Manchester purchased the property at 1041 Main Street formerly owned by Webster Bank, which will serve as the site of the new library. Webster Bank will be staying Downtown, as it purchased the adjacent property at 1007 Main Street for its new branch location and is currently in the process of moving. “Webster Bank has been a tremendous community partner throughout this entire process, “said Town Manager Steve Stephanou. “We are thrilled that Webster will be remaining Downtown, continuing to be a key component of the small and local business ecosystem that makes the area so vibrant. Private investments, like the one Webster is making, along with the new library and other major public investments in the Main Street area, will help ensure Downtown Manchester is a regional destination for the next several decades and beyond.” It is expected that the demolition of the current structure and site preparation will commence in the 4th quarter of 2024. Weather permitting, new construction will commence by early 2025 with a 16–18-month timeline of completion of the building. Learn more about this project at yvmmct.com HBM Architects LLC #manchesterct #publiclibrary #publiclibraries #futurelibrary

Friar celebrates 50 Years! Thank you to all our employees, clients, consultants, industry partners, friends, and family who have been part of our journey! In honor of our 50th Anniversary, we return to our roots and give back. Last week, we had an incredible evening raising money to help the Gengras Center - a Special Education school on the University of Saint Joseph campus. The funds raised will help them secure a new, all-inclusive, fitness-focused playground. Please consider a donation to help make their dream a reality. #50Years#FriarArchitecture#GiveBack

Did you know that we design ice arenas with the goal of attaining a net zero facility, which means no net operational costs for the building's electric and fuel consumption? This past Wednesday, we attended the NEISMA tradeshow in Springfield, Massachusetts, where we networked with other professionals in the ice arena industry who are bringing the latest technologies and products into use. This will certainly inform our future projects.

Friar had the incredible opportunity to interact with students this past Friday at Sage Park Middle School’s Career Day! It is always an honor to help foster young minds and educate them about the architectural and interior design profession as an option to pursue after high school graduation.

The team at Friar Architecture welcomes Dana Fluder as an Administrative / Marketing Assistant. Dana holds a bachelor’s degree from Pennsylvania State University in Communications and brings over 12 years of administrative experience. Please join us in welcoming her! https://lnkd.in/dBMQJwzp

Large steel bracing is currently being fixed into place in the gym addition at Danbury Career Academy. We are excited to see the development of this project as this renovation continues to move forward throughout 2024! To learn more about this 265,940sqft Middle School and High School in Danbury, CT, visit: https://lnkd.in/ePpcK78G

Friar had the opportunity to purchase gifts for 11 children this holiday season through Hartford City Center's 24th Annual Convent to Care Gift Drive. Thank you IIDA NE for helping us spread kindness this holiday season!

This billboard was recently erected in Vernon. Friar Architecture is proud to have been part of Rockville High School’s new chemistry labs!