WHO WE ARE WHAT WE DO OUR WORK SUBCONTRACTORS CAREERS CONTACT HomeOur WorkInstitutionalSomerset Pool Previous Next Project LocationChevy Chase, MD ScopeNew Building Size5,915 SF ClientTown of Somerset ArchitectMcInturff Architects DOWNLOAD PROJECT PROFILE SOMERSET POOL Category / Institutional Our Project A new community asset for the Town of Somerset required demolition and new construction of the town’s community center, including a new kiddie wading pool and pool deck with built-in stone grill area and a wrought iron fencing around the entire pool complex. Scope also included extensive hardscape and water retention facilities and replacement of pool pumping systems. TW was selected as the best-value general contractor and assisted the owner with constructability advice, cost options and community relations. Multiple awards were bestowed on this outstanding project: ABC (Associated Builders and Contractors) Excellence in Construction AIA (American Institute of Architects) Design Award, Potomac Valley Chapter Wood Design Award from the North American Awards Program, celebrated by Wood Design & Building magazine. Why Therrien Waddell? Recommended to the client by the construction manager, TW was seen as the right-size contractor with the best understanding of the project and professional management skills. Although there were other competitive offers, TW’s offer was perceived as the most complete and responsive, demonstrating sensitivity to environmental and community concerns. TW was awarded a subsequent contract on the renovation of the Somerset Town Hall, based on positive performance on this project. Challenges and Results Environmental preservation and conservation were critical elements of the project. To preserve forest trees in close proximity of planned construction, compressed air tunneling techniques were utilized to avoid damage to existing root systems for underground utility line installations. A limited-capacity bridge over a neighboring stream was reinforced without impacting existing vegetation and flowing streams or causing erosion issues. This was a necessary precedent for stabilizing an aging structure and increasing load capacity for construction operations. Related Projects Previous Next 820 W. Diamond Ave., Suite 220 Gaithersburg, Maryland 20878 301.770.2275 twconstruction@therrienwaddell.com Contact Us Who We Are What We Do Our Work Subcontractors Careers Contact READ ALL NEWS Copyright 2021. All Rights Reserved. Privacy Policy EEO