Avalon Woburn
Located in a Metro Boston community with a rich industrial history and at the confluence of several major transit routes, the design concept for this 350-unit residential development draws on the idea of “Crossroads”– a vibrant intersection of industry and innovation, of city and suburb, and of public and private space. Arrowstreet anchored the design in industrial metals and references…
Seaport Circle
A life science project with social impact Seaport Circle is a new type of project– a hybrid building/landscape that fosters opportunities for social impact, enriches the environment, and creates economic opportunities for all. We believe our impact as designers, developers, builders, and investors should be measured not only by what we build, but also by how much we positively influence…
Hildreth Elementary School
Hildreth Elementary School is a new PK-5 elementary school for the Town of Harvard in collaboration with the MSBA. Working closely with the architects and interior designers, the Graphic Design Studio developed a series of environmental graphics that support the building’s biophilic design and emphasis on health and wellness. The graphics program includes a large-scale wall mural, individual classroom graphics,…
355 Bennington Street
A new gateway building restores the streetscape As development in East Boston moves away from the waterfront and up the Peninsula, this triangular parcel of former industrial land is providing much-needed housing to the neighborhood. Located on the northern end of East Boston and currently occupied by a vacant, impervious one-story building, this new 170-unit development connects commuters to the…
Seaport West
The new interior design for this modern, waterfront office tower is anchored by two features: a custom, curved accent wall depicting an interpretation of an oceanographic map and a series of wood walls comprised of faceted slats framing the elevators. Taking cues from these key elements, the signage and wayfinding concept provides a visual connection between the two. Wall mounted…
Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum
Pilgrim Monument and Provincetown Museum (PMPM) recently added an incline elevator to take visitors from the heart of Provincetown directly to the base of the monument at the back of the property. The new configuration, with two arrival points, required a re-evaluation of their wayfinding program. Arrowstreet worked with PMPM to program and design a new, exterior sign system to…
1141 Bennington Street
Enhancing connections to Belle Isle Marsh, Constitution Beach, and Greenway Located along a busy commercial corridor in the Orient Heights neighborhood of East Boston, this mixed-use development provides 221 residential units and ground-level retail space with views and access to the nearby natural resources. With a variety of unit sizes, the project offers MBTA-accessible and inclusionary housing for families and…
131 Dartmouth Lobby
Located at a critical meeting point between Boston’s Back Bay and South End neighborhoods, Arrowstreet modernized the lobby to this 11-story office building providing access to retail, below-grade parking, and offices above. The expansive three-story space is now anchored by a curving monumental stair in rich walnut wood, juxtaposing warm curvilinear copper hues against crisp white, prairie-style influenced architecture. Soft…
RiverFront District Master Plan
Environmentally innovative planning establishes a new gateway district This thoughtful and substantive master plan identifies district improvements to maximize the recreational, environmental, and civic potential of this overlooked site. Working closely with the City and community, the plan identifies strategies to improve riverfront access for pedestrians, bicyclists, vehicles, and public transit while seamlessly integrating resiliency improvements into the landscape and…
VYV Kids’ Room
The Kid’s Room at VYV provides a truly unique environment for children. The 850 square foot space is flooded with abundant light and features high ceilings, natural materials, a cheery color palette, and custom art. Every element within the space supports the VYV brand—an inviting and aspirational identity visually represented through jewel tones and prismatic shapes. This signature design thread…