2017 Review: Projects in Print

The past year was once again a fulfilling and enjoyable time for the staff at Centerbrook Architects & Planners. With groundbreakings, ribbon cuttings and exciting new jobs coming into the fold, there was plenty for our clients and us to celebrate.

As we ready to turn the calendar, we’ll reflect one more time on the year that was. So in case you missed anything along the way, the following is a compilation of project news that appeared in magazines, news outlets and client websites.

Magazine Stories

Talking Stick – Spotlight: Sacred Heart University (Jorge Bergoglio Residence Hall)

Professional Builder – Mastering the Mix (Bedford Square)

College Planning & Management (cover story) – Facility Focus: Southern Connecticut State University Academic Science & Laboratory Building

Architect (June) – Innovative Detail: Mystic Seaport Thompson Exhibition Building

Building Design & Construction – Duke University’s New Alumni and Visitors Center is a ‘Modern Adaptation of the Campus’ Architectural Style

School Construction News – Duke University Begins Construction on Karsh Alumni & Visitors Center

Net Assets - The End of the Faculty-Owned Classroom: a Win-Win for Teachers and Schools? Saint Andrew's School

School Construction News - Quinnipiac University Adds Two New Sports Venues

Retrofit (cover story) – From Inspiration to Transformation: Bedford Square

Architect (December) – Innovative Detail: Mystic Seaport Thompson Exhibition Building

Local & Client News

The Hour (Norwalk) – Bedford Square Nears Full Circle in Westport

School Construction News – Ohio School’s New Academic, Science Wing Earns LEED Silver (University School)

Hartford Business – SCSU Science Building Designated LEED Gold

Middletown Press – Essex Boat Works to Expand, With New Marina Building, Restaurant

WTNH – Quinnipiac Ready to Unveil New Outdoor Complex for Field Hockey, Soccer, Lacrosse

Duke Chronicle – Construction Never Stops: Duke Breaks Ground on New Alumni Building

Quinnipiac Athletics - Quinnipiac Field Hockey's Homecoming

New Haven Register – New Athletic Fields at Quinnipiac in Hamden a ‘Massive Upgrade’

The Day (New London) – Mitchell College Gets Green Light for Rebuild of Historic Red Barn

Long Island Press – Construction Begins on $75M New Cold Spring Harbor Lab Facility

Mystic Seaport (video) – Building for the Future: Going Green at Mystic Seaport

Quinnipiac Athletics (video) - See why our Field Hockey Turf Stadium and the Soccer & Lacrosse Stadium are recognized as some of the best facilities in the country

New Haven Register – Quinnipiac University medical school opens $2 million research laboratory

Awards

High-Profile – CBC Names Bedford Square 1st Place in Major Renovation Category

Steel.org – CFSEI Announces 2017 Design Excellence and Innovative Detail Award Winners (Bedford Square)

AIA Connecticut – Connecticut Treasures 2017 Award: Hotchkiss School Biomass Heating Facility

Westport Patch – Westport Historic District Announces 2017 Historic Preservation Awards (Bedford Square)

The Day – Mystic Seaport's New Exhibit Building Wins Another Design Award

High-Profile – Trahan Earn 2017 Emerging Architect Award

Valley Courier - Person of the Week - Aaron Trahan: Grand Designs