Q2 2023 BUILD 11 for Julia. She believes that the early hours of daylight are synonymous with clarity, regeneration, light, and collaboration. Now, Julia owns ESSARC East Side Studio Architects, named after east-facing windows and the associated morning sunlight. Specialising in high-end residential, senior living, and hospitality projects, the studio offers services encompassing several aspects of project completion, including planning, architecture, interior design, and historic preservation. For example, ESSARC offers clients pre-design guides and services to assist with the first steps of a project. With appropriate planning in these early stages, clients can ensure works do not stray from the set timelines and budgets. Good preparation is necessary for the execution of any architectural project, especially complex historic renovations and extensions. Planning ensures the best design is created, which is crucial for making sure the finished product meets expectations. Despite this, many professionals are eager to initiate the design process, so they skip the planning stage. Without planning, there is an increased likelihood that challenges will arise further down the line, when changes in direction are much more expensive. The studio provides a number of complimentary documents that guide clients through the process of selecting an architect, budgeting, and preparing for their project. Additionally, ESSARC specialises in the provision of a pre-design feasibility study called the “Story Board Needs Options and Review”. The study assesses the unique “story” of the project and determines any potential constraints before commitment is made. As part of this service, Julia conducts a thorough site visit and creates a comprehensive written report, including photos, planning/zoning reviews, and budget considerations. This allows clients to understand their options before they begin the expensive phases of the project, reducing risk. Working closely with clients, Julia loves to create sketches that bring ideas and dreams to life. By combining these unique visions with local context, she aims to celebrate The Poetry of Place™, which is the energy in the built environment that results from generations of people responding to the climate, materials, and culture of the local area. To infuse this into all of its project, ESSARC incorporates local materials and methods into its architectural designs, diminishing its carbon footprint. Whether renovating a historic building or creating a concept for a new structure, ESSARC maintains the belief that all buildings tell a story. The firm creates uplifting designs that seamlessly integrate into their surroundings. Julia explains, “As a landscape painter, I bring an interdisciplinary approach to siting a building harmoniously, thoughtfully creating indoor/outdoor relationships.” Detailed customer testimony online suggests a high level of satisfaction with Julia’s planning and design services. In their reviews, clients frequently refer to her friendly, personable, and helpful services, as well as her keen eye for colour. Additionally, many are impressed with her careful consideration of their desires and needs, through which she delivers designs that fit their visions and exceed their expectations. Furthermore, clients note that Julia is adept at addressing a variety of issues and challenges as they arise, coming up with innovative solutions in a timely manner. As well as this, in renovation projects, clients emphasise her remarkable ability to maintain the charm of the original properties while creating new spaces that suit the current needs of the occupants. A recent project that ESSARC has been involved in is the design of a senior living residence for assisted and memory care. The client, Benchmark Senior Living, was impressed with the design method used by the firm. The building was developed to convey a sense of wellbeing and belonging by incorporating stories and images from the town’s history into the details, décor, and art. Using architectural features, ESSARC infused the facility with life-giving intention through soaring ceilings, curved shapes, and bright colours chosen to bring vitality and joy. Furthermore, studies have shown that nature contributes to health and longevity, so ESSARC aimed to incorporate nature into the design. With large windows and an abundance of natural light, the building was designed to bring the outside into the building. The presence of circadian lighting encourages daytime alertness and restful sleep at night, decreasing the risk of residents falling over. The rapidly increasing number of inhabitants as well as the positive comments of residents and their families are a testament to ESSARC’s success with this project: “This doesn’t feel like assisted living, it feels like a boutique hotel!” As a result of its impressive portfolio of designs and the high level of customer satisfaction it delivers, ESSARC East Side Studio Architects has won Best Historic Preservation Architecture and Interior Design Firm, Massachusetts, in the Homebuilder Awards 2023. The firm continues to bring ideas and inspiration to life through the art of architecture, providing clients with beautiful residential spaces that suit their needs. Contact: Julia Miner Company: ESSARC East Side Studio Architects Web Address: essarc.com
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