Tecton Architects

Thank you to our media partners at FOX61/CW20 for attending the Grand Opening of our newest Root Center location at 35 Lafayette Street in Hartford. We appreciate you sharing this news with your viewers! This new site will replace our oldest site, which is located on Main Street in Hartford. We are so excited to offer this space to our patients and staff because we believe that behavioral health is healthcare and environments matter! To learn more about the Root Center, career opportunities, or treatment offerings, please visit www.rootcenter.org. #WeDoRecover #MentalHealthMatters

Yesterday, we had the honor of celebrating the ribbon cutting for the Root Center for Advanced Recovery’s new Lafayette Street Clinic! At Tecton Architects, we are proud to be a trusted partner in bringing this vital facility to life, one that will provide compassionate care and support to those on their recovery journey. We are grateful to Root Center for their unwavering commitment to the community. Congratulations to the entire team!

Tomorrow, we celebrate International Women’s Day, but at Tecton Architects, we recognize and honor the incredible women in our firm, and in our lives, every day. Their talent, leadership, and creativity inspire us, shaping the spaces we design and the communities we serve. Architecture thrives on diverse perspectives, and we are grateful for the women who bring innovation, dedication, and vision to our industry. We celebrate their contributions and the lasting impact they make. Here’s to the women who lead, create, and inspire—thank you for all that you do! #InternationalWomensDay #WomenInArchitecture #InspirationByDesign

This week, employees from Tecton participated in the concluding presentation for the team they have been guiding through the ACE Mentor Program of Connecticut. This initiative connects high school students with industry professionals to motivate them to explore careers in architecture, construction management, and engineering. ? The Hartford Team 3 showcased their project titled "Emergency Shelter," aimed at assisting men, women, and children in transitioning from homelessness to stable housing by providing a dignified, safe, and clean environment. Their design encompassed not only the building itself but also the surrounding site, ensuring a secure atmosphere that integrated architectural and landscape planning, as well as structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical, and construction elements. Congratulations to Team 3 for their outstanding presentation, which highlighted their commitment and expertise in architecture, engineering, and construction. Tecton is dedicated to nurturing the future of the industry through the ACE program, supporting the development of the next generation of designers, engineers and managers. Special thanks are extended to the mentor firms that collaborated with us, including Covenant Shelter of New London, Hallam-ICS, Szewczak, Kilty & Fluhr Structural Engineers, P.C., Fuss & O'Neill, and The Associated Construction Company. #ACEMentor #FutureArchitects #DesigningChange #STEMEducation #AECIndustry

Yesterday, #TeamTecton celebrated a significant milestone with the ribbon cutting of the Root Center for Advanced Recovery’s new residential treatment facility in New Britain, CT. This state-of-the-art facility is designed to provide a supportive and healing environment for individuals seeking treatment. The event was a testament to our commitment to enhancing community health and well-being through thoughtful and innovative design. The new facility features modern amenities and a welcoming atmosphere, reflecting Root Center’s vision of creating a space that fosters recovery and growth. We are proud to have partnered with Root Center on this transformative project and look forward to seeing the positive outcomes it will bring to the community. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this special occasion and to all who contributed to making this project a success. https://lnkd.in/eS3bp34B #RootCenter #CommunityHealth #InnovativeDesign #NewBritainCT #ResidentialTreatmentFacility #RibbonCutting #Architecture #Design #CommunitySupport

#TeamTecton is elated to share that the Shrewsbury Police Station has been honored with the Law Enforcement Facilities II Silver Award in the 2024 Officer.com Station Design Awards! This recognition highlights the hard work and collaboration of our project team in creating a state-of-the-art, efficient, and community-focused facility. Spanning 44,300 square feet with a total project cost of $37 million, the station is the result of a master plan designed to optimize Shrewsbury’s growing civic assets. Located on the town’s municipal complex, alongside the Town Hall and Council on Aging, this forward-thinking facility is built to support a projected 25% population growth over the next 30 years while serving as a cornerstone for future campus developments. Congratulations to the Town of Shrewsbury, Massachusetts and the Shrewsbury Police Department on this achievement—may this space serve your team and community with excellence for years to come! https://lnkd.in/eRrrqY9a #AwardWinningDesign #PublicSafetyDesign #PoliceDesign #ShrewsburyPolice #ArchitectureExcellence

We’re thrilled to share that Antonia Ciaverella, EDAC, WELL Faculty has been promoted to Associate at Tecton Architects! Since joining us in 2016, Antonia has played a key role in elevating and refining the way we approach the relationship between the built environment and the human experience. Her passion and dedication have a profound impact on our team, our clients, and the world around us every day. Congratulations, Antonia – your light inspires us all, and we can’t wait to see what you’ll achieve in this new role!

With heartfelt admiration and gratitude, we announce the retirement of Robert Amatuli, Principal, effective December 31, 2024. After a distinguished 45-year career in architecture, Robert will step away from his role, leaving behind a lasting legacy of dedication to design excellence, leadership in healthcare architecture, and a commitment to mentorship. Please join us in congratulating Robert on his retirement and thanking him for his exceptional work and dedication to his team, the architecture profession, and the communities he served. We wish him a fulfilling and well-deserved next chapter!

Exciting news for Cheshire, CT! On December 16th, O&G kicked-off construction on two new elementary schools with official groundbreaking ceremonies. The $90 million north-end school, the largest project the town has ever seen, will sit on a 44-acre parcel and welcome 700 students. With features like a rustic exterior, specialized rooms for art and music, and a community-accessible gym, it's set to be a hub of learning and community activity. ? Norton Elementary is getting a $76 million upgrade, designed to complement its natural surroundings. Both schools will focus on environmental sustainability with hybrid geothermal systems and plans for solar panels. Both projects aim to be completed by fall 2026 and will cater to the town's expanding community. Can't wait to see these schools in action! Tecton Architects Cheshire Public Schools

The Abner Hotel with a special shout out in Condé Nast Traveler best places to visit in the US. What a thrill for Lexington Partners, LLC, Innoconn Construction Management and Salt Hotels. Our company founder, my old man Martin J is smiling down.