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We are happy to announce that the cafe at Bunker Hill Community College is now complete!This is an inviting space that a...
06/16/2025

We are happy to announce that the cafe at Bunker Hill Community College is now complete!

This is an inviting space that allows students to casually dine or grab-and-go on campus.

Learn more about this cafe project on the project page.

Keep an eye out for some more news on related work that will add to this space coming later this year.

The Morill Trace Metals Research Laboratory at  UMass Amherst is one of the technical space renovations and modernizatio...
05/30/2024

The Morill Trace Metals Research Laboratory at UMass Amherst is one of the technical space renovations and modernizations that required an additional level of scrutiny.

Morrill Trace Metals Research Laboratory:
https://hubs.la/Q02nXxpj0

[Image Description: Image 1: Laboratory space with fume hoods and sink, text reads "Morrill Trace Metals Research Laboratory University of Massachusetts Amherst with the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Laboratory space with workspace, storage, door, and bio-hazardous materials door. Image 3: Laboratory space with fume hoods, workspace, and storage. Image 4: Laboratory space with shelves on top of laboratory table with electrical outlets and dials on top of a workspace with professional papers. Image 5: Laboratory space with sink, drawer storage, bio-hazardous materials door, and equipment.]

For over 30 years European Watch Co. had occupied the same garden level location in which they first opened their doors....
05/23/2024

For over 30 years European Watch Co. had occupied the same garden level location in which they first opened their doors.

Their new location provides an elevated sense of personalized service. Accessible via elevator patrons are provided a personalized showroom experience which at once feels both inviting and exclusive.

European Watch Company:
https://hubs.la/Q02n2r2-0

Photo Credit: © Keitaro Yoshioka Photography
KEITARO YOSHIOKA PHOTOGRAPHY
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[Image Description: Image 1: Lounge area with love seat, chairs, coffee table with books and cacti on it, and rug underneath. Wall behind the love seat reads "European Watch Company est. 1993". Text over image reads "European Watch Company Boston, MA" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Lounge area at an angle with love seat, chairs, coffee table with books and cacti on it, rug underneath, plant in the corner, and clock on the wall. Wall behind the love seat reads "European Watch Company est. 1993". Image 3: Consultation service area. Watch display case, consultation tables and chairs, rug underneath, windows, lighting hanging from the ceiling, and clock and artwork on the walls. Image 4: Private office with glass doors, desk, chairs, computer, bookcase with items, storage, artwork on the wall, plant, and window behind the desk. Image 5: Watch repair area with workstations, roller chairs, storage, equipment, and people at some of the stations working.]

This renovation of the Physical Therapy & Kinesiology facilities at UMass Lowell creates dynamic facilities to support t...
05/16/2024

This renovation of the Physical Therapy & Kinesiology facilities at UMass Lowell creates dynamic facilities to support the comprehensive and cross discipline education of modern health sciences programs. The project, located on the ground floor of a major dormitory complex, focuses on the specific needs of health sciences students who tend to spend more time in the education facilities and are best served by campus services closer to their classrooms and labs.

Physical Therapy & Kinesiology:
https://hubs.la/Q02nXr9W0

[Image Description: Image 1: Laboratory space for physical therapy and kinesiology with equipment. Text reads "Physical Therapy and Kinesiology University of Massachusetts Lowell" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Laboratory space with monitor, physical therapy and kinesiology equipment. Image 3: Laboratory space with monitor, physical therapy and kinesiology equipment. Image 4: Diagram of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology. Text reads "Student Recharge Stations and Lounge, Student Recharge Stations, Multi. Purpose Workshop Space, Faculty Office, Classroom Space, Physical Treatment Laboratory Space, Physical Modalities Laboratory Space, Student Lounge and Common Gaming Space". Image 5: Diagram of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology. Text reads "Hygiene Station, Cabinet Storage and Cubbie Spaces, Equipment Prep. Space, Demonstration Treatment Table, Student Treatment Tables, Weight Stand, Student Treatment Tables". Image 6: Diagram of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology. Text reads "Hygiene Station, Cabinet Storage and Cubbie Spaces, Equipment Prep. Space, Demonstration Treatment Table, Weight Training Equipment, Gymnastics Floor Mats, Exercise Ball Storage, Student Treatment Tables." Image 7: Diagram of Physical Therapy and Kinesiology. Text reads "Stationary Bikes, VO2 Estimation Area, Weighing Scale, Flexible Open Space, Weight Training Equipment, Aerobic Step Platforms, Sit n' Reach Flexibility Box, Floor Mats and Plyometric Boxes, Jump Test Area, Storage".]

This particular makerspace at UMass Amherst is intended to focus on projects under one cubic foot in size, generally ele...
05/09/2024

This particular makerspace at UMass Amherst is intended to focus on projects under one cubic foot in size, generally electronics and robotics projects. The mission of the space is to provide an on site rapid prototyping facility for students across disciplines serving as an innovation hub.

This project has been recognized by American School and University Magazine for Outstanding Design in Technology/STEM Centers.

Lederle Maker Space:
https://hubs.la/Q02nXrcR0

[Image description: Image 1: Maker Space interior with workbenches with roller chairs, shelving, storage, and robotics/electronics equipment. Text reads "Lederle Maker Space University of Massachusetts Amherst" and the Matz Collaborative Architects. Image 2: Lockers outside of the classroom, ajar door leading into classroom with desks, roller chairs, monitor, and storage. Plaque outside of the door reads "A104A Classroom". Image 3: Conference area with roller chairs and table looking into classroom with roller chairs, desks, monitor, whiteboard, clock. Image 4: Lounge area with table, roller chairs, and couch. Image 5: Classroom with desks, roller chairs, storage, monitor, and whiteboards. Image 6: Classroom with desks, roller chairs, conference room in background, exit door. Image 7: Conference room looking into classroom with desks, roller chairs, storage, monitor, and whiteboards. Image 8: Classroom with desks, roller chairs, conference room in background. Image 9: Maker Space interior with workbenches with roller chairs, shelving, storage, and robotics/electronics equipment, exit door ajar.]

Photo credit: © Keitaro Yoshioka Photography KEITARO YOSHIOKA PHOTOGRAPHY
https://hubs.la/Q02nXrKx0

The Olney Organic Chemistry Laboratory renovation at UMass Lowell along with its partner project Olney 304,completely re...
05/02/2024

The Olney Organic Chemistry Laboratory renovation at UMass Lowell along with its partner project Olney 304,completely renovated the main chemistry teaching labs on UMass Lowell’s North Campus.

This project that has been recognized by American School & University Magazine for Outstanding Design in Specialized Facility, Architectural Portfolio.

Olney Organic Chemistry Lab:
https://hubs.la/Q02mxkK30

[Image description: Image 1: Laboratory space, with workstations, fume hoods, sink, storage, and electrical panel, and exit. Image 2: Laboratory space with workstations with electrical outlets, equipment, and overhead snorkel fume hood exhausts, and fume hoods. Image 3: : Laboratory space with workstations with electrical outlets and roller chairs, equipment, and overhead snorkel fume hood exhausts, fume hoods, electrical panel, and exit. Image 4: Laboratory space with workstation with roller chairs and drawer storage underneath and fume hoods with cabinet storage underneath. Image 5: Laboratory space with workstations with electrical outlets, equipment, and overhead snorkel fume hood exhausts, fume hoods, and whiteboard.]

Photo credits:
© Keitaro Yoshioka Photography KEITARO YOSHIOKA PHOTOGRAPHY
https://hubs.la/Q02mxp9J0

Our process at UMass Lowell began with a feasibility study to find the proper location to house this specialized salt wa...
04/25/2024

Our process at UMass Lowell began with a feasibility study to find the proper location to house this specialized salt water tank suite. This included aspects like lighting control, temperature control, and limited vibration and sound pe*******on.

Zebrafish Tank Suite:
https://hubs.la/Q02nXkpg0

[Image 1: Laboratory space with salt water tank, storage, bio-hazardous door, emergency decontamination shower, and exit. Image 2: Diagram view, text reads "Fume Exhaust Hood, Hand Washing, Microscope Station, Food Prep Area." Image 3: Diagram view, text reads "Refrigerator, Freezer, Automatic Lighting Controls, Quarentine Rack, Tank Washing Station, Aquarium Support Equipment, Main Racks, Drying Racks, Glass Washer, Glass/Tank Storage". Image 4: Laboratory space featuring salt water tanks. Image 5: Laboratory space featuring sink, open storage shelves above, closed storage below, chemicals, and equipment.]

Our firm master planned and designed this multi-phase renovation of the Percival Hall Building on the main University qu...
04/18/2024

Our firm master planned and designed this multi-phase renovation of the Percival Hall Building on the main University quadrangle of Fitchburg State University

This project that has been recognized by American School & University Magazine for Outstanding Design in Renovation | Modernization, Architectural Portfolio.

Percival Hall - Business School Renovation:
https://hubs.la/Q02nXmfd0

[Image description: Image 1: Exterior of Percival Hall, brick building with large windows that reads Percival Hall, landscaped walkway. Text reads "Percival Hall Fitchburg State University" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Classroom with whiteboards, lectern with monitor, conference style room with desks with roller chairs, and shaded windows. Image 3: Business meeting room with long table with roller chairs, monitor, whiteboard and exit. Image 4: Lecture hall with whiteboard, overhead projector, lectern, monitor, conference room style desks with roller chairs, and exit door. Image 5: Renovated hallway in Percival Hall with carpeted floor, windowed walls, and stairs. Image 6: Interior of Percival Hall, classroom with lectern and monitor, roller chairs, and long, conference room style desks with outlets. Image 7: Renovated wooden staircase that leads to the first floor, windowed doors. Image 8: Overhead view of renovated stair looking down into the lower floor. Image 9: Renovated wooden staircase.]

Photo credits:
© Joshua Touster Photography
https://hubs.la/Q02nXr7R0
© Keitaro Yoshioka Photography KEITARO YOSHIOKA PHOTOGRAPHY
https://hubs.la/Q02nXqSk0

The Morrill Science Center at UMass Amherst houses many research laboratory facilities.  This particular project convert...
04/11/2024

The Morrill Science Center at UMass Amherst houses many research laboratory facilities. This particular project converted several older under utilized and out dated laboratory spaces for use as a modern atmospheric sciences research laboratory including elements of biology and geology.

Morrill Research Laboratory:
https://hubs.la/Q02mfTgF0

[Image Description: Image 1: Laboratory space with storage, shelving, electrical outlets, and various equipment. Text reads "Morrill Research Laboratory University of Massachusetts Amherst" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Laboratory space with windowed cabinet storage and exit door. Image 3: Laboratory space with workspace, shelving with electrical outlets, drawer storage, and windows with vertical blinds. Image 4: Laboratory space featuring sink with cabinet storage below and above and a door ajar. Image 5: Laboratory space with workspace, various equipment, windowed cabinets storage, and sink with cabinet storage below.]

This renovation at UMass Lowell creates a new bio chemistry research and instruction lab.  The program includes three ma...
04/04/2024

This renovation at UMass Lowell creates a new bio chemistry research and instruction lab. The program includes three main elements, a main laboratory space, cell culture, and a separate write up and monitoring room.

Olney Research Laboratoy:
https://hubs.la/Q02mfQfK0

[Image Description: Image 1: Laboratory space with laboratory tables, sinks and faucets, fume hood, laboratory snorkel exhausts, and storage. Text reads "Olney Research Laboratory University of Massachusetts Lowell" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Laboratory space with workspace, fume hoods, and storage. Image 3: Laboratory space with workstations with shelving, outlets, and dials, storage, and fume hoods. Image 4: Laboratory space, with workspaces, storage, sink, fume hood, and windows. Image 5: Laboratory space showing corner workspace with storage and windowed storage and sink.]

This phase one of two renovation projects carried out over consecutive summers to modernize teaching labs at .  Olney Te...
03/28/2024

This phase one of two renovation projects carried out over consecutive summers to modernize teaching labs at .

Olney Teaching Laboratory:
https://hubs.la/Q02m6FHp0

[Image description: Image 1: Laboratory space with fume hoods, storage and equipment with text reading "Olney Teaching Laboratory University of Massachusetts Lowell" and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Laboratory space with storage, equipment, and wall hooks. Image 3: Laboratory space with fume hoods, storage, and a person in a lab coat. Images 4 and 5: View planned interior of Olney Teaching Laboratory.]

The Rec Center and Guest Services project at UMass Lowell modernized and revitalized this underused space on the campus....
03/21/2024

The Rec Center and Guest Services project at UMass Lowell modernized and revitalized this underused space on the campus.

Rec Center Cardio and Guest Services:
https://hubs.la/Q02m4ZHY0

[Images Description: Image 1: Brick building interior with various cardio and weight lifting equipment and Guest Services counter. Text reads "Rec Center Cardio and Guest Services University of Massachusetts Lowell and the Matz Collaborative Architects logo. Image 2: Rec Center with racked bicycles, pool tables, and a walkway overhead lined with UMass Lowell banners. Image 3: Cardio and weight lifting area with various sports equipment at the Guest Services counter. Image 4: Guest services counter behind cardio equipment. Image 5: Entrance of Rec Center and Guest Services, including Guest Services counter and pool table.]

Photo Credit: © Keitaro Yoshioka Photography KEITARO YOSHIOKA PHOTOGRAPHY

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