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Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Endicott House
Dedham, MA
Endicott House was designed as a single family residence
in 1934 by Charles A. Platt for Sears, Roebuck director Wendell Endicott.
Donated to M.I.T. in 1955, it is now used as part of a conference center
with sleeping and dining accommodations for guest scholars.
A feasibility study indicated the architectural impact of
code-required life-safety and accessibility improvements mandated by the
Town of Dedham. Alternative code compliance methods allowable under selections
of the Massachusetts Building Code were selected for minimal visual and
architectural intrusion. Subsequent to approval by local building officials
and the Endicott House Board of Governors, documents were prepared for inconspicuous
renovations which were compatible in design, details and finish with the
original finely crafted structure.
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A phased
implementation of the Feasibility Study resulted in a construction program
including the enclosure of open staircases, replacement of doors and frames,
and installation of life safety signage on three levels. All new work was
designed to match existing millwork profiles, wood species, grade of wood
and finish type. Concealed door hardware was selected for its technical capabilities
while exposed decorative hardware was selected and fabricated to match existing.
Installation of a wet sprinkler system serving the entire building was coordinated
for insertion within the reinforced concrete and clay tile structure, completely
concealed behind existing and matching finishes. |
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