A place to connect. This month’s sector series illustrates the intricacies of constructing amenity and fitness centers and the goal that drives these projects: connection. In a post-pandemic world skewed by remote work, online meetings, and the overall decline of in-person interactions, the surge to create spaces that encourage personal engagement could not have started at a better time.

Corderman & Company has approached these projects with enthusiasm. The firm has worked with some of the most notable buildings in Boston to construct new spaces that ultimately drive energy, generate a social buzz, and strengthen the culture of each building from their core.

New amenity centers offer a location to gather, host tenant events, and rent out meeting rooms for public use – promoting collective thinking and networking. With this in mind, construction focuses on a refined yet comfortable space able to support A/V, event, and collaboration needs, all while simultaneously maintaining proper safety standards and adhering to a tailored logistics plan, schedule, and budget during the process.

At Rowes Wharf, a golf simulator is displayed on the screen at the center. There is a bag of clubs and some balls on the left side of the green. There are two chairs on opposite sides of the image, with a table that has a glass of beer and a bottle.

Reintroducing “play.” Amidst the hustle and bustle of work life and the chaotic Boston streets, buildings in the city are also striving to produce spaces that flip the traditional narrative of work. By integrating areas to unwind, tenants and clients are able to return to work more focused and better prepared to take on the day.

So, what does that look like exactly? Many spaces are placing greater emphasis on tenant events and engagement, constructing fitness centers, adding marketplaces and cafés, or offering extra perks and features (see golf simulator photo).

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