Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber shared a celebratory lunch today with Cape Associates Inc. to celebrate their recent LEED® Gold Award for the Michael H. Cole Building at 325 Massasoit Road in Eastham, MA, completed in 2014.

Constructed by the Cape Associates team under project manager Bob Creonte and foreman Tom Johnson, the building was designed by Tom Swensson Designer/Project Manager with Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects, Inc., with HVAC design, energy modeling and LEED certification managed by ZeroEnergy Design out of Boston and Orleans

The LEED rating system, developed by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC), is the foremost program for buildings, homes and communities that are designed, constructed, maintained and operated for improved environmental and human health performance. The Michael H. Cole Building achieved LEED certification for implementing practical and measurable strategies and solutions aimed at achieving high performance in sustainable site development, water savings, energy efficiency, materials selection and indoor environmental quality. The building comprises a ground floor office space used by the Cape Associates administration as well as two one-bedroom apartments on the second story. Awarded 61 of a total 110 possible points in the rating system, the location features solar panels on the roof, spray foam insulation and LED lighting, among many other factors that make it qualified for LEED Gold.

It was a pleasure working on this project, with this highly dedicated team.

One of BLF&R’s custom homes has been featured in Cape Cod Home’s Early Summer 2016 edition. It’s always exciting to share the story of behind a project. This home is amazing, and we are thrilled to have it published!

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BLF&R’s Community Housing project Melpet Farms, was featured by North East Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)’s Pro Tour series with a walk through event on May 6th. It was well attended, with BLF&R Architects Kathryn Giardi and Steve Williams as two of the tour speakers.

It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of one of our founding partners. Peter G. Brown, 79, passed away on Cape Cod on Sunday, April 17, 2016 after a lengthy illness. Peter started Brown & Lindquist Inc. in 1969 with Philip Lindquist in Marblehead, MA and they relocated their families and their company to Cape Cod in the early 1970’s.

Peter had a tremendous influence on the professional development of Kurt Raber and Rick Fenuccio going back many years, and he also had a significant impact on several young architects who passed through his firm, many of whom are still practicing on Cape Cod today.

As a well-known, regional architect, Peter served as the architect on a wide range of commercial, residential, municipal, and golf course buildings, including the Hyannisport Club.

Peter will long be remembered for his lifelong love of golf, his gentlemanly manner, elegant style, and eloquent speech. On behalf of the staff at BLF&R Architects, we want to extend our sincere condolences to Lynne & Peter’s entire family.

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Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects, Inc. is pleased to announce their partnership with the Town of Sandwich for the completion of a design feasibility study to explore options for the construction of a new facility at Town Neck Beach to house lifeguard facilities, public restrooms and concessions.

The beach currently has no permanent restroom facilities or structures other than the iconic boardwalk over the marsh. This design study will assist the Town in addressing the public’s needs for restrooms, and changing rooms, lifeguard storage and office space as well as a space for a dedicated food/beverage vendor.

Design and construction of a facility at Town Neck Beach will be subjected to numerous municipal and environmental permitting hurdles.  The beach is located in the Old Kings Highway Historic district so any new structure will need to be designed appropriately for the district. FEMA has designated the area a “high hazard velocity flood zone” which will significantly affect design and construction.  Lastly the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Natural Heritage and Endangered Species Program (NHESP) and the local Conservation Commission will need to be consulted during the design process and ultimately to approve the final design.

On Friday April 1st,  BLF&R Architects partnered with Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod to form team “Unforeseen Conditions” for the Roll the Rock bowling event at Ryan Family Amusements, sponsored by Cape Cod Charitable FunRaisers. The event benefitted 8 local charities including: Cape and Island United Way, Champ Homes, Habitat for Humanity of Cape Cod, Hope Hospice- Cape Cod, Kiwainis Club of Hyannis, Latham Centers, Lyme Awareness of Cape Cod, and Spaulding Rehabilitation of Cape Cod.

Team “Unforeseen Conditions” knocked it out of the park with $1,925 in donations, not to mention the incredible bowling skills displayed..

Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects joined the Home Builders and Remodelers Association of Cape Cod to raise money in their “Bowling for Beds” fundraiser on February 25th at the Lanes Bowl & Bistro at Mashpee Commons. Our team “Unforeseen Conditions” did not sweep the competition, but had a great time bowling and networking with friends while raising money for a great cause!

Falmouth, MA (January 22, 2016) The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod, a community bank with 10 branches throughout Cape Cod, broke ground on their new branch in Falmouth on Thursday , January 21st. The new branch was designed by Brown Lindquist Fenuccio & Raber Architects, Inc., and will be replacing their smaller existing location on Main Street. The contractor for the project is Delphi Construction located in Mashpee.

The proposed new branch will be located off of Worcester Court, adjacent to the new CVS. The building will be approximately 2,700 square feet and will feature 2 drive-up teller lanes,  a 24 hour drive up ATM, and a 24 hour walk-up ATM. This branch banking center will offer a full range of services to personal and business banking customers. The branch will employ up to 6 full and part time employees.

About The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod

The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod was founded in 1921 as a mutual community bank serving the residents and businesses of the Cape. Although their focus has not changed, the types of products and services they offer have evolved along with the banking industry.. They are a one-stop provider of financial products and services for individuals, families, and businesses and are fully committed to offering these products and services  a highly personalized way. www.thecooperativebankofcapecod.com