An importer of natural gas based in Everett, MA wanted to build a visitor's center to host potential clients and other dignitaries.  The program for the building (with a stair tower designed to resemble a gas storage tank) required construction of a well landscaped drop off zone, and an outdoor patio behind the building which was sized to accommodate a large tent for gatherings. 

The particular challenge on this project was that, due to the site's industrial heritage, a large portion of the soils are contaminated.  All of our site work and landscaping had to be installed on top of a pre-existing concrete slab.  Raised beds provided the necessary landscape setting.  We also designed a rooftop landscape so the facility can be viewed from a bird's eye perspective.

Owner:  GDF Suez / Distrigas

Architect:  Ganek Architects

Civil Engineer:  McKenzie Engineering Group

Contractor:  C.P. Berry Construction