31 Tufts Street, Somerville

31 Tufts Street, Somerville31 Tufts Street, Somerville31 Tufts Street, Somerville31 Tufts Street, Somerville
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31 Tufts Street, Somerville

31 Tufts Street, Somerville31 Tufts Street, Somerville31 Tufts Street, Somerville
  • Welcome
  • The Project
  • Construction Updates
  • Community Process
  • The Team
  • Contact Us

Construction Updates

Construction Updates

The 31 Tufts Street project began construction in May 2022. We are currently anticipating construction completion in July 2023.


During the fall and winter, the construction team installed the building slab, completed the exterior framing and windows, and installed the exterior air vapor barrier and insulation required to meet the standards for Passive House construction. At the interior, the team is proceeding with framing and insulation, and installation of plumbing, electrical, and mechanical systems. 


The look-ahead for the spring includes: installation of exterior siding, interior finishes, and initial work on the pocket park. 


See below for photos that document our progress to date.

Jan/Feb 2023

Window and exterior air vapor barrier installation.

Exterior insulation installation underway.

Interior framing and insulation underway.

Oct-dec 2022

Building slab installed.

Framing underway.

View from the roof.

august/SEPT 2022

Window installation mock-up and testing for Passive House design.

Preparation for slab installation, including insulation and radon system.

Under-slab vapor barrier in place.

july/Aug 2022

Backfill of building slab.

Piping for underground plumbing.

Trenching and conduit for electrical service.

May/june 2022

Formwork for perimeter foundation walls.

Foundation dampproofing.

Foundation walls with insulation required for Passive House design.