Bulfinch Crossing

Bulfinch Crossing
One Congress
Location within Boston
General information
Status	Under construction
Type	Office, retail
Coordinates	42°21′46″N71°03′31″W / 42.36278°N 71.05861°W / 42.36278; -71.05861
Named for	Bulfinch Triangle
Groundbreaking	Summer 2019
Construction started	Late 2015
Completed	2023
Opening	2023
Height
Roof	520 ft (160 m)
Top floor	600 ft (180 m)
Technical details
Floor count	43
Floor area	1,012,000  sq ft (94,000  m2)
Design and construction
Architect(s)	César Pelli
Architecture firm	Pelli Clarke Pelli
Developer	Carr Properties & HYM Investment Group
Other designers	CBT Architects
Main contractor	John Moriarity and Associates
Other information
Facilities	MBTA subway and bus station, Bluebikes dock, charging station, Zipcar, Maven, Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Parking	1,160 spaces
Website
bulfinchcrossing.com/buildings/one_congress
References
[1] [2]

Bulfinch Crossing
The Sudbury
General information
Status	Completed
Type	Residential, retail
Named for	Bulfinch Triangle
Groundbreaking	January 24, 2017
Construction started	Late 2015
Completed	2020
Opening	2020
Height
Roof	519 ft (158 m)
Technical details
Floor count	45
Floor area	547,900  sq ft (50,900  m2)
Design and construction
Architect(s)	Pelli Clarke Pelli and CBT Architects
Developer	HYM Investment Group
Other designers	CBT Architects
Main contractor	Tishman Construction
Other information
Number of rooms	423 (residential), 200 (hotel)
Facilities	MBTA subway and bus station, Bluebikes dock, charging station, Zipcar, Maven, Enterprise Rent-A-Car
Parking	1,160 spaces
Website
bulfinchcrossing.com/buildings/residential_tower
References
[1] [2] [3]

Bulfinch Crossing (also known as the Government Center Garage Redevelopment) is a redevelopment project currently under construction in Downtown Boston, Massachusetts, United States. It will consist of two skyscrapers, a smaller residential tower, a low-rise office building, a hotel, and a low-rise retail building. Site preparation began in late 2015, and construction officially commenced on January 24, 2017. Construction on the residential tower completed in 2020. ^[4] The high-rise office tower, One Congress, commenced construction in 2019 and topped off in July 2021; after an announced plan to open in 2022, ^[5] it officially opened in September 2023. ^[6]

One Congress

Towers under construction, 2022

The iconic anchor of the Bulfinch Crossing development is One Congress, a 43-story, one-million-square-foot office tower, which delivered in 2023. One Congress is designed by the internationally renowned firms Pelli Clarke & Partners and CBT Architects.

Starting on the ground floor, you experience luxury and hospitality from the moment you enter One Congress' grand, triple height lobby, with dedicated spaces for work and respite, including a coffee bar, lounge areas, and collaborative workspaces.

On the 11th floor, you will find a full-floor amenity center for office customers to enjoy. The floor includes a state-of-the-art fitness facility, multiple dining options, an expansive events and conference facility, and 15,000 square foot outdoor terrace.

One Congress has been constructed with sustainable and health-conscious design top of mind. The building is Platinum LEED certified and has a 2-Star Fitwel certification, as well as advanced technologies and leading-edge building systems.

Construction of One Congress began in 2019 and the building ultimately delivered in 2023. Before delivery, the building became fully leased to top-tier customers like State Street Corporation, InterSystems Corporation, K&L Gates LLP, and more.

Residential tower

The second largest building in the development is the larger residential tower (sometimes called Residential Tower I by the developer), which is planned to be at least 480 ft (150 m) tall.

The tower was originally planned to consist of 486 apartments, but will now instead contain only 368 apartments and 55 condos. This change was announced in July 2017 when the developer decided to convert 118 apartments into 55 condos due to a slowing demand for luxury housing in Boston. ^[3]

The residential tower will contain a fitness center, swimming pool, rooftop garden, clubroom, private kitchen and diner, yoga room, golf simulator, pet spa, concierge services and a sky lounge and terrace. On-site parking is also available. ^{[7] [8]}

Other buildings

Along with the two main towers of the development, four smaller buildings and a public square will be constructed. Along with these buildings, there will be nearly 4,132,500  sq ft (383,900  m² ) in the entire development.

Residential Tower II

A smaller residential tower (officially named Residential Tower II), is being constructed alongside the rest of the development. It is planned to rise at least 299 feet (91 metres) and contain 28 stories. The tower is planned to be primarily residential, with 291 units. At least 8,400 sq ft (800 m²) of the building will be designated for retail use. ^[7]

Boutique Office

In addition to the main office tower, a smaller office building (officially named Boutique Office) is under construction; it is planned to contain at least 163,800 sq ft (15,200 m²) of both office and retail space. The building will rise 152 feet (46 meters) and will contain 11 stories. It is planned to have a private terrace for office workers. ^[7]

Retail building

A retail building (officially named Iconic Retail) is planned to be constructed as part of the development project; it is planned to be situated across the street from the Boston Public Market and will contain four floors. The building is intended to house a flagship store, and will include an entrance to the Haymarket Square subway station.

Hotel

A 157 ft (48 m) tall hotel building is being constructed at the northern edge of the site, and is planned to contain at least 200 hotel rooms. Although the main use for the building is a hotel, at least 57 condominiums and 17,400 sq ft (1,600 m²) of retail space will be located inside the 14-story building.

Amenities

The hotel is planned to contain a ballroom, several meeting rooms, a rooftop bar, and a rooftop terrace.

Parking garage

The Government Center garage will be mostly demolished, but over 1,000 spaces will remain as part of the new development.

In order to make room for the new development, the existing Government Center garage will be demolished. The garage was constructed in the 1960s as part of the Government Center urban renewal project; it contains 2,300 parking spaces. Due to the fact that the garage is entirely made out of concrete, it is considered to be an eyesore by many, along with the nearby City Hall building. ^[2]

At least 1,160 parking spaces in the garage are to be preserved to accommodate the new development, the spaces are planned to be placed inside of the new office tower. ^{[7] [9]}

External links

• Official website

References

1. "Meet Bulfinch Crossing". June 21, 2016. Archived from the original on February 8, 2018.
2. "Bulfinch Crossing". www.bldup.com. Archived from the original on August 10, 2017.
3. "Developer of 45-story tower changes plans, will convert some apartments into condos - The Boston Globe". The Boston Globe . Archived from the original on October 22, 2017.
4. "First residents settling in at The Sudbury, located at Bulfinch Crossing - New Developments, News". Boston.com Real Estate. December 9, 2020. Retrieved May 12, 2021.
5. "Construction on six-building Bulfinch Crossing officially starts". January 25, 2017. Archived from the original on September 18, 2017.
6. Times, Boston Real Estate (September 15, 2023). "One Congress Officially Opens 100% Pre-Leased and Marks the Largest New Office Delivery in Boston This Year". Boston Real Estate Times. Retrieved December 15, 2023.
7. "Bulfinch Crossing - Overview". Archived from the original on April 28, 2017.
8. "Bulfinch Crossing - Residential Tower". Neoscape. Archived from the original on December 22, 2017.
9. "Archived copy" (PDF). Archived (PDF) from the original on February 10, 2018. Retrieved September 17, 2017.