Under two consecutive On-Call/House Doctor contracts, Habeeb & Associates Architects has completed several successful projects at both the main Amherst campus and the Mt. Ida satellite campus in Newton.
In Amherst, H&A has designed several building envelope replacements and repairs for 3 residence halls, 2 of which are historic structures. The project involved low slope and slate shingle roof replacements along with multiple masonry repairs and 2 chimney rebuilds. We also designed window replacements at 2 halls with associated cornice/dentil restorations. One hall required an expanded entry to adhere to accessibility codes and includes a new ramp. We have also completed a structural evaluation of a single-story office building and Facilities Conditions Assessments of the five residential towers in the campus' Southwest Residential Area.
After acquiring the former Mt. Ida College campus in 2018, UMass recognized the need for Existing Conditions Assessments of several structures. The first H&A conducted was an investigation of a pedestrian footbridge. We examined the structure's decking, support framing and rails, and reviewed accessibility. Our thorough report provided remediation recommendations. The second study focused on the structural integrity of the maintenance garage. H&A documented the existing conditions and concluded the building was safe to occupy.
Location
Amherst & Newton, MA
Building Envelope Restorations & Structure Studies
Designed roof and window replacements at 3 historic residence halls
Made accessibility modifications to one hall
Structural evaluation of office building
Evaluated facility conditions at 5 residential towers
Performed structural assessment of pedestrian footbridge at Mt. Ida campus
Examined existing conditions of a maintenance facility at Mt. Ida campus