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Technology continues to be the medium of change for our modern, fast-paced world. Nothing exhibits this more than the new WHOOP Incorporated headquarters located in Boston, Massachusetts. WHOOP chose an 8-story building overlooking Commonwealth Avenue, just a stone’s throw from Fenway Park, to house their headquarters. As a brand focused on technology, health/fitness, education and sports, the location was ideal. WHOOP selected Studios Architecture and Bala to bring their vision for a sleek,… Read More

Declining office occupancy levels combined with a growing shortage of affordable residential housing has ignited renewed interest in converting office space to multifamily housing. This trend can be seen across the nation with CBRE reporting a 50% increase in conversions from 2022 compared to 2021. The Washington DC market has been no exception to this trend with Mayor Bowser unveiling an economic development strategy titled “DC’s Comeback Plan” with the hashtag #DistrictofComebacks on January… Read More

Declining office occupancy levels combined with a growing shortage of affordable residential housing has ignited renewed interest in converting office space to multifamily housing. According to CBRE, in 2021 8 million SF of office space was converted, that number rose to 12 million SF in 2022 and is expected to continue rising in 2023.  While the majority of recent office space conversions have been to the laboratory and hospitality market, conversions to multifamily housing make up one-third… Read More

Bala Consulting Engineers is pleased to announce the promotion of Kimberly Burkert to Chief Executive Officer (CEO). Kim began as Bala’s Controller and throughout her 20+ years grew to become Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer, a member of the Senior Leadership Committee, a partner in the firm, and a member of Bala’s Board of Directors. Kim’s unique perspective and keen insights have advanced Bala’s project management capabilities and guided our overall growth strategies. Kim succeeds… Read More

Bala has made it a priority to support the architectural team in achieving this mix of the past and present. So far with the first two buildings, Bala has worked through several design challenges while creating an interactive space for the tenants and pedestrians alike. At the East end of the mill lies Building A, a 96,000 sq. ft three story laboratory and office space developed in collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University.  This building contains a two story open high bay space for… Read More