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Rice Silk Mill Apartments
Project Information
- Project Location:
- Pittsfield, MA
- Approx Contract:
- $10,000,000
- Status:
- Completed
- Structure Type:
- Apartments & Condominiums
References
- Owner:
- Rees-Larkin Development
- Architect:
- The Architectural Team
Scope Of Work
The Scope of Work. Rice Silk Mill involved a 45 unit historic conversion of the mill complex known as the A.H. Rice Company. Originally built in 1874, the complex played a major role in Pittsfield’s rise as a textile manufacturing center during the nineteenth century and into the twentieth century. The historically sensitive renovation resulted in various unit types, including one-, two-, and three-bedroom apartments, featuring modern amenities (exercise facility, community room, and wireless internet access) in a loft-type setting. Completed on a 13 month project schedule, challenges included re-use of existing physical resources, preservation of historic buildings, use of existing infrastructure and energy-efficient design, in a dense urban setting. The effort has been well worth it, as the new community has contributed to the ongoing revitalization of Morningside neighborhood.
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