KMA, LLC

01/27/2022

Here's a wonderful opportunity to learn ASL for free.

01/05/2022

FYI -

The research team stressed the need for more training of physicians about their responsibilities under ADA, both in medical school and as part of a physician’s continuing medical education.

11/16/2021

FYI - ACCESS COMMITTEE: WELLESLEY COLLEGE ACCESSIBILITY CAMPUS TOUR

November 17, 202111:00 AM - 12:30 PM

This outdoor 90-minute tour will visit several sites of collaborative work between the College and KMA to expand access across Wellesley's historic campus. Tour leaders will discuss architectural and technical challenges and solutions for the campus landscape and access to academic, athletic, dorm, and student-services facilities. This is a unique opportunity at a time when the campus is closed to the public, and attendees will be asked to provide proof of vaccination prior to arrival (a link will be provided in your confirmation email). Rain date: Nov. 18.

Presented By:

Michelle Maheu AIA, LEED-AP, Director for Planning, Design and Construction, Wellesley College
Josh Safdie; J George; Tejal Mhatre, KMA, LLC

This outdoor 90-minute tour will visit several sites of collaborative work between the College and KMA to expand access across Wellesley's historic campus. Tour leaders will discuss architectural and technical challenges and solutions for the campus landscape and access to academic, athletic, dorm,....

07/30/2021

https://www.nytimes.com/interactive/2021/07/16/arts/kamala-harris-name-sign-language.html?referringSource=articleShare&fbclid=IwAR2_ajWkXVqu-3MgHGO13er4atDxPoUxQ6ib4asHB23fvnuW9hgTu9f3PUU

We look at the origins of name signs in deaf culture, including one recently assigned to Vice President Harris.

06/04/2021

199 Temple Street

KMA is overseeing design, permitting and construction for this residential expansion in Boston. The owners are expanding the first floor with a new Master suite and access to art studio space in the basement, allowing them to retire in their home and community.

03/15/2021

KMA principal Josh Safdie spoke with Janice Randall Rohlf from Reviewed about what renovations a homeowner should prioritize if they plan to age in place.

Proper planning prevents problems later

02/04/2021

My chronic illness made it hard to volunteer at my kids’ school. Now I can serve on the executive board of the P.T.A. without leaving my bed.

11/30/2020

Please join KMA and Callahan Construction Managers for our virtual ABX20 presentation, CSI: Accessibility. This presentation will address challenges that developers, architects, and contractors face related to the federal and local requirements of accessibility codes and standards for market-rate multifamily housing. You can find more information about our presentation on the ABX20 website. We look forward to “seeing” everyone.

08/06/2020

Curb cuts may seem like an obvious civic good now. But the protracted battle to enact them exposes a design history that focused on a normative “user” of streets.

07/11/2020

New ramp initiative to highlight increased accessibility to outdoor dining.

The City of Boston announces a new ramp initiative to increase accessibility to outdoor dining amidst the COVID-19 public health emergency. Restaurants that have been granted a temporary license to have seating in a parking space or on the street are eligible to request a portable ramp.

https://www.boston.gov/news/new-ramp-initiative-highlight-increased-accessibility-outdoor-dining

06/30/2020

The team at KMA continues to work remotely during the Covid-19 pandemic, utilizing Zoom meetings, phone calls, and cloud-based data sharing to ensure that projects proceed without interruption. Our plan review, technical assistance, variance support, expert witness, SETP, and architectural design services all are “business as usual”. For more information, please contact [email protected].⁣
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05/28/2020

Small changes can benefit the hearing as well.