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Adaptive Reuse: Building on Tradition

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010
Turning industrial buildings into Home Sweet Adaptive Home

Turning industrial buildings into Home Sweet Adaptive Home

Adaptive Reuse is a process that adapts buildings for new uses while retaining their historic features.  The simplest example of architectural adaptive reuse is the antique barn resurrected as a unique and stunning new residential home.   Initially architects and structural engineers evaluate foundations, beams, columns and flooring to determine the stability of the building.  Once it is determined that the fundamental structure is sound the process of renovation begins.

The trend of adaptive reuse has caught on with a passion in larger metropolitan areas such as Boston, New York, Chicago and Atlanta. An outstanding example is   Chicago Soldier Field,   the Chicago Bears’ historic stadium.  The ability to reuse this site and adapt it to the requirements of a modern professional football stadium is impressive.    The Power House  is a fine example of adaptive reuse of a turn of the century steam plant located in Long Island City, New York.   Massachusetts boasts many adaptive reuse projects including Old City Hall,  The Apartments at Coolidge School in Watertown, MA, and The Atlas Lofts

The last two adaptive reuse projects are part of the Mitchell Properties LLC portfolio of adaptive reuse projects.  Their newest project  coming online in 2010 is located in Williamstown MA.  Cable Mills Condominiums will be a community located in the Berkshires with stunning views of river, mountains and Williamstown.  A short two minute walk to the Taconic Golf Club, the Village center and Williams College are a few of the amenities that will make this development truly unique.  Berkshire Living Urban Style describes Cable Mills Condominiums.  The condominium residences comprise the style of the Boston Loft with the visual and sensual beauty of the Berkshires. 

Harsch Associates Real Estate a well know Berkshire Real Estate Brokerage firm is now taking reservations for Cable Mills Condominiums.  Whether a second home, a primary home, or an investment in the Berkshires you will appreciate the easy lifestyle that Cable Mills Condominiums offers.  New wine, old bottle and vintage perfection.

Interior Renderings Released for Cable Mills

Friday, August 7th, 2009

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE                                  

Contact:  Dave Traggorth
Mitchell Properties
617-542-6500

Interior Renderings Released for Cable Mills
Images provide detailed view of residence interiors when completed

WILLIAMSTOWN, MA (July 28, 2009) — Mitchell Properties, LLC, developer of the Cable Mills project and Harsch Associates, exclusive marketing representatives in Williamstown, announced the release of the interior renderings of Residence 302 at Cable Mills. The images provide scaled, three-dimensional views of the kitchen and of the living/dining rooms of Residence 302 and are a preview into what will be built inside these historic mill buildings along Water Street.

“People have loved the exterior rendering we have; showing the building’s relationship to the river, the landscaping, and how meticulously the masonry will be restored, so we wanted to give a glimpse into the equally impressive interiors that are planned,” said Dave Traggorth, project manager for Cable Mills who announced the release via Twitter, the project website www.cablemills.com, and the Harsch website www.harschrealestate.com.

Jim Alexander, principal of Finegold Alexander + Associates, and architect for Cable Mills along with notable area projects such as the Mohawk Theater in North Adams was pleased with the resulting images that are based on his design. “It can be difficult at this stage in the process for some buyers to imagine how historic mill buildings with 14-16’ ceilings, exposed brick and beam, and oversized windows create wonderful living spaces, but these images show how years of experience with these types of buildings and hundreds of hours of design time can yield exceptionally comfortable, beautiful living spaces that people could call ‘home’ and will enjoy for years to come.” 

Tom Greenwood, of Sofield Studios in New York and Berkshire native from New Ashford, was commissioned by Mitchell Properties to complete the images in a collaborative process that took several weeks. “Each component of these images – from the stainless steel appliances and granite countertops in the kitchen to the exposed brick walls and oversized windows in the living and dining rooms was based on the actual construction drawings and specifications developed by FA+A and Mitchell Properties.” Tom went on to explain that in order to make the image as realistic as possible the he obtained photographs taken by Paul Harsch of the brickwork in the actual space that will become Residence 302, and used the images as the basis for the exposed brick in the rendering. 

Residence 302 is one of 30 residences currently available for purchase at Cable Mills. Residences start in the $250’s and Residence 302 with 2 bedrooms and 2 bath is offered by Harsch Associates for $449,900. Kevin White, Director of Sales for Cable Mills said that “while each residence is unique, every one has similarly large windows, tall ceilings, and quality finishes, allowing people to imagine how their particular residence will look when completed even if it is not Residence 302.”

Mitchell Properties has commissioned several additional images from Sofield Studios. “Natural light, exposed brick, oversized windows, and tall ceilings are the perfect canvas for any style — be it contemporary or more traditional, so we look forward to showing some of the different options in these magnificent spaces.” said Paul Harsch of Harsch Associates. 

Traggorth said that the team has been busy and responding to over 400 inquiries from people living in the Berkshires and across the country, providing tours of the building, and preparing for the start of construction. “We’re excited to now have the complete picture – between the tours, exterior renderings, and interior renderings, our efforts have been focused on showing how Cable Mills will become a fantastic place to live.” But more than anything he said, “we look forward to making it all a reality.” He noted that initial masonry restoration and stabilization work is scheduled to begin within weeks. 

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About Cable Mills
The Cable Mills project is the renovation and rehabilitation of the former General Cable Industries facility by Mitchell Properties LLC into a community of luxury condominiums and townhouses along the Green River on Water Street in downtown Williamstown. Occupancy of the first phase of units is planned for the Fall of 2010. For more information visit the project’s website www.cablemills.com  

 

About Mitchell Properties
Mitchell Properties is a Boston based real estate development company owned by Bart Mitchell, who graduated from Williams with the Class of 1980. After successfully completing numerous Boston residential projects, Mitchell Properties has developed an expertise in residential and mixed-use projects, including new construction and adaptive reuse of historic structures.  Mitchell Properties has gained a reputation for creating highly successful residential communities with an emphasis on unique design, quality construction, green living, beautiful landscaping, stylish interior finishes, and exceptional management.

About Harsch Associates
Harsch Associates, established in 1979, has been involved in a wide variety of projects within the county including land, commercial and residential sales and development. Paul Harsch, himself a 1969 graduate of Williams College and president of the firm has 34 years of real estate experience and Kevin White, the head of the marketing team for Cable Mills, has specialized in his career in sales of new condominium and town home developments, the most recent of which was an exclusive 6,000 acre golf course community in Colorado. For more information visit www.harschrealestate.com

About Finegold Alexander + Associates
Established in 1961, Boston-based architectural firm, Finegold Alexander + Associates provides clients with creative and innovative solutions to contemporary design opportunities.  The firm maintains high standards for design, construction and environmental sustainability. In its relationships with clients, consultants and its employee-community, the firm creates an environment which supports the belief that architecture can elevate the human spirit. For more information visit http://www.faainc.com/

Harsch Associates to Market Cable Hills Condominiums

Tuesday, May 19th, 2009

From iBerkshires.com (May 14th, 2009)
See http://www.iberkshires.com/story.php?story_id=30912

The Cable Mills Development and Marketing TeamWILLIAMSTOWN, Mass. — The Cable Mills development on Water Street is ready to start selling the condominium units planned in the former factory complex.

More than 350 people have already registered their interest in the 61 high-end condos through the project Web site. Occupancy of the first phase of units is planned for the fall 2010.

Project developer Mitchell Properties LLC has selected Harsch Associates of Williamstown to be the exclusive representative for marketing of condominium units at Cable Mills. (The project will also include a dozen affordable units.)

“We’re pleased that Mitchell Properties has chosen our team,” said Paul Harsch, president of the real estate agency, adding that “it is now up to us to move this to the next level and we can hardly wait. This is the most exciting opportunity of my entire career thus far.” (more…)

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Friday, May 15th, 2009

Contact:   Dave Traggorth
Mitchell Properties
617-542-6500

  Cable Mills Takes Another Step Forward as Mitchell Properties
Selects Local Real Estate Agency for Exclusive Brokerage

WILLIAMSTOWN, MA (May 11, 2009) – Mitchell Properties, developer of the Cable Mills project on Water Street in Williamstown, formally announced today that Harsch Associates, a prominent Williamstown real estate agency, has been selected to be the exclusive representative for marketing of condominium units at Cable Mills.

The Cable Mills project is the renovation and rehabilitation of the former General Cable Industries facility by Mitchell Properties LLC into a community of 61 luxury condominiums and townhouses along Water Street in downtown Williamstown. Occupancy of the first phase of units is planned for the Fall of 2010.

“Bringing Harsch Associates to the team is a big step towards creating Williamstown’s newest luxury living at Cable Mills. We are very pleased to be working with Paul Harsch, Kevin White, and the entire team Harsch and selected them for the unique talents, expertise, and reputation as one of one of the area’s leading real estate firms” commented Bart Mitchell, President of Mitchell Properties.

According to Dave Traggorth, Mitchell Properties’ project manager for Cable Mills, over the coming weeks Harsch’s team will personally contact and arrange meetings with the more than 350 people who have registered their interest in Cable Mills on www.cablemills.com, the project’s website. In meetings prospective buyers will be able to view the latest unit layouts for the first time, with pricing, and reservation agreements following over the next several weeks. Those interested in viewing the latest information should contact Kevin White at Harsch Associates directly at 413-458-5000. 

After reviewing the wide variety of unit styles and sizes with the team, Paul Harsch, president of Harsch Associates, and Kevin White, Harsch’s specialist in pre-construction of marketing new communities, were impressed with what they saw. After 34 years in the business Harsch said that Cable Mills’ location, inherent beauty, and detail offer buyers a luxury living option that has never been available in Williamstown or the Northern Berkshires. He’s asking prospective buyers to “imagine living across the street from the Taconic Golf Club and Williams College, being steps from all the shopping and dining options in the village centered around Spring Street and Water Streets, and coming home to a beautiful, unique space characterized by high ceilings, exposed beams and brick, and magnificent windows that have unmatched views of the river and mountains”.

Kevin White added that Cable Mills is “an unparalleled opportunity that will appeal to so many people from all walks of life.” He believes that the broad range of sizes from one to three bedroom, types, and layouts of units will appeal to buyers with a wide variety of goals and interests.

As the release of pricing and the opportunity to reserve units draws closer, the anticipation and excitement for Cable Mills is running high. “We’re pleased that Mitchell Properties has chosen our team” said Harsch while adding that “it is now up to us to move this to the next level and we can hardly wait. This is the most exciting opportunity of my entire career thus far.”

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About Mitchell Properties

Mitchell Properties is a Boston based real estate development company owned by Bart Mitchell, who graduated from Williams with the Class of 1980. After successfully completing numerous Boston residential projects, Mitchell Properties has developed an expertise in residential and mixed-use projects, including new construction and adaptive reuse of historic structures.  Mitchell Properties has gained a reputation for creating highly successful residential communities with an emphasis on unique design, quality construction, green living, beautiful landscaping, stylish interior finishes, and exceptional management.

About Harsch Associates

Harsch Associates, established in 1979, has been involved in a wide variety of projects within the county including land, commercial and residential sales and development. Paul Harsch, himself a 1969 graduate of Williams College and president of the firm has 34 years of real estate experience and Kevin White, the head of the marketing team for Cable Mills, has specialized in his career in sales of new condominium and town home developments, the most recent of which was an exclusive 6,000 acre golf course community in Colorado.

Dear Paul,
Selling your home of 29 years can be quite a task! Luckily we had you to help with the sale. I highly recommend your agency. You were forthright, honest, reliable and persistent. Frankly, not all Realtors could stand up to these qualities.
There is no doubt in my mind that if there was a way for the sale of our farm to happen and in the special time frame we needed, that you, Paul, were going to make it happen.

Best regards and many thanks to you and all your staff.

Sincerely,
Virginia Skorupski