R
ESPONSIBLE BUILDING IN today's climate
ne c e s s it a t e s a n e ye on t he f ut u r e . T h a t ide a
transcends constancy, placing the onus instead
on sustainability. True green building maintains, even
improves upon, the quality of life in the environment in
which it is located. Boston Architects & Builders (BAB),
a n e s t e eme d g r e en de s i g n- bu i ld c ompa ny b a s e d i n
Watertown, Massachusetts, is committed to creating not
only that sustainable future, but also the process by which
that end is achieved. Principal Vahe Ohannessian, AIA,
understands that change begins with awareness, and has
spent the last two decades studying the inefficiencies in
construction, especially the breakdown during and after
the transition from architect to contractor, as well as the
biggest challenges that clients face. Many do not understand
the architect's role and are frustrated with not knowing
where to start and who to trust. This is the biggest issue.
His team is committed to sharing knowledge with his client
base, alerting them to opportunities to build responsibly
at no greater cost than traditional construction methods.
By using eco-friendly building materia ls a nd f inishes,
high-efficiency mechanical systems, tight air-sealing and
proper insulating procedures, and renewable energy sources
when feasible, BAB achieves a state of lower consumption
and environmental impact. Their LEED (Leadership in
Energy and Environmental Design) certification, issued by
the U.S. Green Building Council, corroborates.
Custom
floating stairs
and cable
railings
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