Facts:
Size: 180,000 SF
Date: Completed 2008

Description:
Ten Akron Street is the latest in a series of housing developments BOND has completed for Harvard University. This development contains 151 apartments, common and multipurpose rooms, a director’s suite and a two-level underground garage located under a city park adjacent to the project.

Challenge/Situation:
Underground construction was one of the greatest challenges, due to several factors. The site is within 10 feet of the protected river way, and there is a 150-year old brick storm/sanitary line running thorough the building footprint. Another challenge was the integration of a floor-to-ceiling glazing and metal panel system set into a reinforced concrete frame.

Solution/Action:
Vibratory sheet piling was installed at the foundation internally braced to the proximity to the river, surrounding properties and the brick storm/sewer lines. The exterior wall system, including waterproofing details and integration of all elements was carefully coordinated.

Benefit/Result:
The project was delivered to Harvard University in time for the academic year, the result of tireless coordination and collaboration among the design team, Harvard and BOND.