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Nashua River Communities Resilient Lands Management Project
BSC and our partners worked with the Massachusetts Association of Conservation Commissions to develop a tool that helps municipalities create wetland bylaws and regulations. The tool is based on compiled research and extensive community outreach involving the public, commercial real estate managers, and municipal agency leaders. It allows users to tailor effective and defensible bylaws…Read More
Vine Brook Watershed Flood and Urban Heat Island Assessment
BSC conducted the Vine Brook Watershed Flood and Urban Heat Island Assessment to address urban flooding from extreme precipitation and heat impacts from projected climate events. The project evaluated the highly developed watershed for opportunities to implement Nature-based Solutions through protection, restoration, and management of natural resources. BSC supported the Town in securing funding for…Read More
Mary Hannon Playground Improvements
BSC led the planning, design, and landscape architecture for Phase 2 improvements at Mary Hannon Playground, in partnership with the Boston Parks and Recreation Department (BPRD). The project focused on creating a park that meets community needs while maintaining the existing uses of the site. Through extensive public engagement, BSC worked with residents and BPRD…Read More
Clifford Park Improvements
The Clifford Park Improvements project is transforming Clifford Park into a modern, inclusive, and accessible space for people of all ages and abilities. The renovation enhances community well-being, boosts the park’s resilience to climate impacts, and preserves its existing features. BSC is leading the design of site improvements, including play areas, athletic fields, and a…Read More
Wilson Gateway Park
Selected through a competitive process, BSC partnered with the Town of Windsor to transform a vacant parcel into a vibrant community park serving an underrepresented neighborhood. Through site analysis, public engagement, and close collaboration with Town staff, the team developed a design that reflects community priorities while creating new opportunities for recreation, gathering, and play.…Read More
Oxoboxo Lofts Redevelopment and Dam Removal
BSC Group provided civil engineering, transportation engineering, landscape architecture, and permitting to transform a deteriorated Civil War era mill into Oxoboxo Lofts, a new residential community of about 70 units, including much needed affordable housing for Montville, CT. On a steep, tightly constrained site, our team designed complete site systems for parking, circulation, utilities, drainage,…Read More
Trail Master Planning for State Forests and Parks
BSC was selected by the Massachusetts Department of Conservation and Recreation (DCR) to develop trail master plans for two state forests in Brimfield and Leominster, as well as Robinson State Park in Feeding Hills. The plans focus on protecting natural, cultural, and scenic resources while creating a more connected and accessible trail network. BSC’s work…Read More
Sam Wright Field Wetland and Floodplain Restoration
BSC worked with the Town of Easton to restore wetlands and enhance flood resilience at Sam Wright Field, part of the Wheaton Farm Conservation Area. This 1,000-acre property lies within the Canoe River ACEC and plays a critical role in protecting water quality and managing stormwater. The site included Mulberry Meadow Brook, which was impacted…Read More
4th Ave Residences at Northwest Park
This project involved the new construction of a five-story, 250,000-square-foot, 167-unit residential building known as Life Time Living, located within Northwest Park in Burlington, Massachusetts. The development was led by Nordblom Company in partnership with Life Time Fitness, who served as both owner and developer. The building features structured parking and two second-floor exterior courtyards…Read MorePages: