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Future JWA Leaders in the Field
February 13, 2020
Our office is proud of its leadership in educational facility design but also takes pride in serving the public architecture needs of Western Massachusetts communities on many other types of projects, the legacy of Margo Jones’ 30 years of work with non-profits, businesses and municipalities. This month we give a “shout out” to our next generation leaders for their dedication to fieldwork on projects large and small. Here Aviva Galaski, AIA, is seen doing the final walk-through for Avalon Restaurant in Holyoke. Henry Albin, AIA, is completing the “punchlist” on the DIAL/SELF Teen Housing Northampton project. And Design Associate Anthony Gomes is conducting existing conditions investigations for a project just getting underway for Springfield Preparatory School in Springfield.
Confronting the Region’s Veterans’ Housing Needs
February 13, 2020
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Wrapping Up DIAL/SELF Teen Housing Northampton
February 8, 2020
February 7, 2020 was ribbon cutting day on the DIAL/SELF Teen Housing Northampton Project, a project we have joyfully worked on for the past two years. The newly constructed building, which faces Locust Street in Northampton, provides a staff resource center and 4 single unit efficiency apartments for youth at-risk of homelessness. Project funding came from a variety of local sources, including the fundraising effort of Hampshire County Friends of the Homeless, the City of Northampton, Greenfield Savings Bank and many area individuals. Henry Albin and Dorrie Brooks have worked closely with DIAL/SELF and Keiter Builders for two years to shepherd this important project to completion. The outstanding energy efficiency of the building’s design combined with the installation of a rooftop PV array donated through Northeast Solar results in a project we expect will achieve Net Zero.
Architects Participate in "Day-of-Service"
October 21, 2019
Western Mass AIA (WMAIA) heald its third annual "Day-Of-Service" on October 19th. Led and organized by JWA's Kristian Whitsett and Steve Jablonski (of Jablonski DeVriese Architects in Springfield), volunteers from WMAIA partnered with Gardening the Community (GTC).
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Granby Public Schools Sees Increase in Enrollment
September 30, 2019
Prior to JWA's renovation / addition to the East Meadow Elementary School, Granby Schools had been experiencing a decline in enrollment. However this past year saw more than 30 new students joined the district.
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Margo Jones Places 1st in Age Group and Kristian Whitsett Places 3rd in Greenfield Lightlife Triathlon
August 4, 2019
Two of Jones Whitsett's Principals competed in yesterday's Greenfield Lightlife Triathlon. JWA's Whitsett came in third overall in the International distance event - with a time of 1:53:41. JWA's Jones came in first in her age group - with a time of 1:28:16 in the Sprint distance event. If poor water quality had not canceled the swim portion, both may have done even better - as Margo and Kristian both appreciate a good swim! A beautiful day to enjoy a fantastic local event.
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Habitat for Humanity Home Dedication
June 13, 2019
Pioneer Valley Habitat for Humanity's home at 1 Garfield Avenue in Northampton, MA held its dedication ceremony this past Friday. JWA's Dorrie Brooks spoke on the importance of affordable housing, a value held dear by our firm and those who work here. It is with great pleasure that we mark the completion of this project and offer best wishes to its new inhabitants.
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Work at DIAL/SELF's Northampton Teen Housing Project Progressing Quickly
April 2, 2019
The month of April started off well for the DIAL/SELF's Northampton Teen Housing Project.
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Holyoke School Committee & City Council Meet on Funding Middle Schools Project
February 26, 2019
In order for the Holyoke Middle Schools project to proceed, The City Council must consider a debt exclusion or Proposition 21/2 override to pay for the schools.
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Gardner School Committee Approves Land Acquisition for New Elementary School
January 10, 2019
As Jones Whitsett wrapped up their Feasibility Study for the city of Gardner, outlining options for replacing two of the cities aging schools, the School Committee voted affirmatively to pursue the purchase of a 17 acre parcel off Pearl Street.
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