LOOKING BACK + LOOKING AHEAD

A knowledge share of current industr y best pract ices and due d i l igence around workplace des ign and construct ion requirements adapt ing to changes in code and

regulator y amendments in the post COVID-19 world .

The Boston Real Estate

AUGUST 2020

COVIDCONSORTIUM

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Boston’s Real Estate COVID Consortium’s mission is to conduct a knowledge share of current industry best practices and due diligence around workplace design and construction requirements adapting to changes in codes and regulatory amendments in the post-COVID-19 world. Its members include professional multiple disciplines of real estate industry, including architecture and interior design, audio visual integrator, code consultants, commercial real estate brokerage, commissioning agents, environmental engineers, general contractors, furniture dealers, MEP/FP engineers and owner’s project managers.

OUR MISSION

LOOKING BACK

LOOKING AHEAD

WE WANT TO HEAR FROM YOU

Since March 10th, when Governor Charlie Baker made the difficult decision to shut down large portions of Massachusetts, we have all been bombarded with a steady stream of COVID-19 impacts to the real estate industry, best practice guidelines and prognostications. Our mission is to curate this information and distill it down to the best of the best to help simplify & streamline your return to work planning process. The BRECC is proud to have published nine issues focusing on a wide variety of topics. Links to all of our publications can be found below.

The BRECC is taking a pause through the end of the summer to reflect on what we’ve learned and to put some thoughts together on additional content to bring your way in the Fall. We’re pleased to announce we will be panelists on the CoreNet New England Education Committee’s September webinar. We look forward to sharing our collective insights and learning what topics are important to you.

We aim to be a trusted resource for our valued Boston real estate community. If you have any questions or ideas for content, please don’t hesitate to reach out to Denise Pied (denise.pied@stvinc.com).

Please note, that although our current focus is limited to standard office space, we plan to cover special considerations for Life Science/Pharma, Healthcare & Academic markets in future publications.

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Issue 01: Return to Work ToolkitOur goal is to provide practical and user-friendly information designed to shore up any gaps in your immediate RTW plan.

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Issue 05: Change Management for the COVID-19 WorkplaceThis issue focuses on the creation of a sound employee change communication plan as the key to a successful implementation of Return to Work strategy.

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Issue 02: A Guide to Restarting Construction ActivitiesEveryone’s objective is to ensure SAFETY of all employees and other building occupants. In this issue we will discuss the impacts on the construction industry.

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Issue 06: Short Term Design Strategies For Workplace Re-EntryThis week’s publication offers insight on temporary furniture solutions, graphic enhancements, and guidance regarding the inherent code implications related to these changes.

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Issue 03: A Guide to IAQ + HVAC ConsiderationsAs we navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, it is essential that we understand the basics of IAQ + HVAC.

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Issue 07: Technology Considerations in the Wake of COVID-19This issue focuses on various technology considerations as your company returns to work.

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Issue 04: A Guide to Enhanced Cleaning ProtocolsNot only what the employer will be doing to provide a safe environment when employees return, but what role should the employee - play in maintaining a safe work environment.

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Issue 08: Long Term Real Estate StrategiesProviding insight into long term Real Estate markets and strategies for your organization.

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Issue 09: Healthcare Protocols in the Wake of COVID-19Healthcare and safety protocols to use when heading back to the office.

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ISSUE LIST

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STV|DPM has brought together a multidiscipline industry team (Project Management, Construction, Commercial Real Estate Brokerage, Commissioning, Code Review, Design, Environmental Engineering, Technology & Furniture) to conduct a knowledge share of current industry best practices and due diligence around workplace design and construction requirements adapting to changes in codes and regulatory amendments in the post-COVID-19 world. We strongly believe innovative project strategies & checklists around these disciplines could assist our active clients and other Real Estate leaders in assessing new in office & remote work requirements as they bring their employees back to work and going forward. The ultimate goal is to develop a “Toolkit” of best practices resources that could be rolled out as part of ongoing & new project work.

YOUR COVID-19 CONSORTIUM TEAM

GUEST CONTRIBUTERS

Denise PiedSTV/DPM

Adam Mexiner128 CRE

Stephan WhitePES Associates

William GalliganWayfinder Collaborative

Issue 06

Sandra GucciardiSTV/DPM

Chris LynchCode Red Consultants

Amy LalezariEnvironments at Work

Kirk FackreiCorps Technology

Issue 07

Eva HamoriSTV/DPM

George McCarronLee Kennedy

Tim KingCOP/DIRTT

Cynthia KeliherMcCarter English

Issue 08

Gable ClarkeSGA

Steve RizzoSynergy Consultants

Mike QuigleyWB Engineers

Mary O’LooneySTV/DPMIssue 09

Phil MuscatelloAdtech Systems Inc.

Michael CamoscioSTV Incorporated

Ray DoyleWB Engineers

Trisha CieplikSTV/DPMIssue 09

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THE BOSTON REAL ESTATECOVID Consor t ium

LOOKING BACK +LOOKING AHEAD

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