DREAM Collaborative, LLC

DREAM Collaborative, LLC Collaborative is currently engaged with Massasoit Community College (MCC) for building renovations, repairs and upgrades to both their Brockton and Canton campuses. The Brockton campus is a 100-acre facility, with a number of modern academic buildings. The Canton campus is a multi-level facility on 18 acres in the Blue Hills area. As an open-enrollment institution, the College is committed to providing access to an affordable higher education to students from all socio-economic backgrounds. Our work includes interior and exterior renovations, architectural upgrades and building system upgrades for a number of different buildings on the campuses. Working closely with MCC, we are taking careful consideration of energy costs, accessibility, sustainability principles and the expected remaining useful life of building systems. #architecture #renovation #sustainability #accessibility

Welcome to LeClair Village! In Mashpee on Cape Cod, the project creates 39 units of affordable housing in three separate structures, creating a familial community. This Preservation of Affordable Housing development has increased the Town of Mashpee's affordable housing stock by 11%. The buildings seek to take advantage of the gently sloping site and natural surroundings, taking on the scale and forms of vernacular Cape Cod buildings. Units look out into the Cape Cod pine forest, from which the designers drew inspiration for material and color selections—green pines, golden sand, and red cranberries. LeClair Village is pre-design certified under the strict Passive House Institute of the US (PHIUS) standards, providing excellent air quality and thermal comfort to the residents. Photovoltaics were installed on the roofs of each building to provide efficient, solar energy to the site. #passivehouse #affordablehousing #capecod #architecture #photovoltaic

For over two decades, The Boston Foundation has published the "Greater Boston Housing Report Card," analyzing data on housing supply, demand and affordability. In addition to a core metrics analysis by Boston Indicators, this year's forum included a special topic from Boston University Initiative on Cities on the opportunity for housing development on public land in Greater Boston. As part of the forum, DREAM Collaborative, LLC's Managing Principal Gregory Minott AIA, LEED AP took part in a panel discussion with Senator Lydia Edwards, Kenzie Bok and Soni Gupta. The panel exchanged ideas on what the report's findings and insights suggest for Greater Boston's future and how we can continue to build a Boston of opportunity, prosperity and equity for all. View the recorded event and read the report on The Boston Foundation's website: https://lnkd.in/e9MCwwyW #boston #greaterboston #affordablehousing #equitabledevelopment #housingadvocacy

Who is the DREAM team...and why? As a collaborative, mission-driven firm, DREAM Collaborative, LLC has built a culture of passionate and caring individuals who bring unique perspectives to our work and communities everyday. With interests including cultural architecture, interdisciplinary design and changeable emotional experiences in spaces—DREAM's Deborah Zhuang is passionate about creating positive changes to communities. "I am inspired by DREAM’s values, which are the respect of people, the pursuit of design justice, and the persistence of high-standard aesthetics. I honor the opportunities to grow and learn from the diverse team in the innovative and inclusive environment.” #DREAMteam #missiondriven #collaborative

Latest progress at First Church in Roxbury! The facade of this Boston Historic Landmark is being restored with three new doors that open onto newly restored brownstone steps. Railings will be going in within the next couple months and a new accessible ramp has been added to the side of the building. First Church in Roxbury, built in 1804, is the oldest surviving wood-frame meetinghouse in Boston. When complete, Unitarian Universalist Urban Ministry will use the building to serve as an accessible community meeting and performing arts space. #historicpreservation #adaptivereuse #renovation #restoration

On November 12, 2024 from 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM, join DREAM Collaborative, LLC's Managing Principal Gregory Minott AIA, LEED AP as he takes part in a panel with Senator Lydia Edwards, Kenzie Bok and Soni Gupta at The Boston Foundation's "2024 Greater Boston Housing Report Card" forum. A highly-anticipated annual report for more than two decades, the Greater Boston Housing Report Card will analyze latest trends in the Greater Boston housing market and go deeper into the metrics and analysis of key housing issues. The Boston Indicators team will analyze the core metrics of the region's housing, while researchers from Boston University’s Initiative on Cities took a close look at the opportunities and obstacles in using publicly-owned land to develop affordable housing. To learn more and register for this free hybrid event, follow this link: https://lnkd.in/eSkkDPEs #bostonhousing #thebostonfoundation #greaterbostonhousing

Curious how the first all-electric building over 4-stories in Boston works? At the Kenzi, the on-site solar photovoltaics (PVs) and battery contribute to the building's energy consumption. This is visible on an energy use dashboard located at the entrance. on a sunny day in "Peak Shaving Mode," the battery and PV can continuously backfeed electricity to the utility grid up to 13kW.

Join us in congratulating Gregory Mateo in his new role as Associate Director of Project & Real Estate Development! In this role, Gregory leads the strategic planning, execution, and management of real estate and architectural projects from inception to completion. Gregory works closely with internal teams, external stakeholders, and regulatory agencies to ensure each project is delivered on schedule, within budget, and in full compliance with regulatory standards. As a key member of our management team, Gregory sums up his role simply: "I make it work." #DREAMteam #promotion #hiring #realestate #development #architecture

DREAM is hiring into the Fall! We are looking for full-time and part-time staff to join our team of diverse problem-solvers. We seek highly-motivated professionals who embrace our mission and share in our success through mutual growth. View open positions and apply here: https://lnkd.in/eGvEcR94 Don't see a position for you but are interested in future consideration? Join our talent pool at the same link! #hiring #architecture #development #urbandesign #planning

Step inside The Kenzi by DREAM Collaborative, LLC! This project provides development without displacement, affordable age-restricted living, and groundbreaking sustainability for the City of Boston. The Kenzi pushes the design stereotypes of affordable housing and 55+ living with fresh, engaging design. The Passive House standards implemented emphasize high occupant comfort with low energy consumption. The building envelope is fine-tuned to provide proper insulation, balanced ventilation, and ensured airtightness. Paired with solar PV, these strategies reduce energy/utility costs and enhance long-term comfort. The Kenzi is the first Battery Energy Storage System for emergency power over 4-stories in the City of Boston. Preservation of Affordable Housing; Jane Messinger Photography #developmentwithoutdisplacement #architecture #development #affordablehousing #passivehouse #sustainablearchitecture