Structure Tone worked closely with Tufts University’s Facilities Services and the daycare center prior to construction to understand concerns for the children, their daily activities, and safety. The Structure Tone team along with the architect Tim Smith & Associates devised a plan and built a temporary classroom within an existing conference room for the daycare center to help decrease the construction impact for the children. In addition, a temporary playground was built so the children could play outdoors safely while construction was underway.
Communication with all building occupants throughout the process has been critical to the success of this project. In order to achieve this, the team conducts weekly informational meetings with Tufts University, submits a written letter prior to each phase letting all building occupants know and understand the time duration of each phase and the areas of the building that will be affected. Look ahead schedules and site logistic plans are color coded and posted throughout the building to help remind all departments when their space is going to be affected.
Safety is the number one priority. The construction team regularly produces and updates safety signage that is posted throughout the building to notify all occupants and visitors of what is expected in order to keep everyone safe.