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pleasant. It did have a condensation problem similar to the Middle School <br /> addition . The principal said they were a strong committee and if there are <br /> mistakes they must look to themselves. They did get good telephone support <br /> from them. There were some very creative things . <br /> Paul said SMMA said they need $125 per sq foot for construction and our <br /> program is based on $110 . He thinks their design fee will be higher, <br /> because of Perkins and Will . He thinks P & W is a good company but out of <br /> state issue may come back to haunt us. He likes them and thinks they would <br /> do a good job but has a nervous feeling . The first 5 firms received so <br /> much scrutiny. <br /> Steve said these second 5 firms we didn ' t even discuss as a committee. They <br /> all have a fresh slate . He was concerned about the Perkins and Will <br /> connection and what they would bring. He had the feeling SMMA probably had <br /> sufficient talent to do the job after this presentation he likes it ! This <br /> joint venture gives us a lot of latitude. He is not too concerned about <br /> the cost aspect. The multi week charrette they suggested allows us <br /> tremendous input. The $120 per sq foot is not cast in concrete. <br /> Peter said we will hire a project manager/cost estimator who can help focus <br /> the architect. <br /> Paul said he did not see anything elaborate in Deerfield 's design to bring <br /> them over another firm. That was $98 per sq foot elementary school in <br /> 1990 , he couldn ' t see where the money was. <br /> Peter said he was originally concerned we couldn' t evaluate their design <br /> capabilities . After looking at Nantucket, Phil Pinnelli did a great job, <br /> it was creative , he understood the program, it worked well . Most of the <br /> design will be done in Mass. and the programming done in New York . <br /> Joe explained Perkins and Will will do the programming , develop a diagram <br /> concept and come up with schematic . They will do the schematic floor plan . <br /> Pennelli will come in later, do some of the details . <br /> Peter said this Committee can demand certain things of the firm <br /> contractually. <br /> Nantucket School : <br /> Joe said the entrance was very appropriate, identifiable pavement. The <br /> building was a "street" design but not meandering . The second floor <br /> classrooms were naturally lit with pitched roofs. The flat roof section had <br /> some leaking. The metal double hung windows were a flaw. It was a <br /> condensed concept. The cafeteria was a very creative solution to divide <br /> the junior/senior high schools, was cleverly done. There was a lot of <br /> natural light. The auditorium was well done , seating for 800 people and <br /> wall opened and there was seating for 200 more. The sound/acoustics were <br /> good . There was natural light in the back , with shades, so it was not a <br /> dark room. <br /> They made a mistake with handicapped access which cost them a lot. It went <br /> to arbitration and was ruled SMMA insurance company had to pay. <br /> The swimming pool was noisy. The work was finished in 1990 at a <br /> construction cost of $115 per sq foot - island cost which are about 30% <br /> higher. <br /> DRA <br /> Merry Sue was happy they were interested in helping with programming. <br /> Michael said there was no one to ask his technology question to. Their <br /> computer consultant does not know that much about networks. <br /> 12 <br />