Stonecrest II
In response to a critical need for additional senior housing in the rural community of Standish, Maine, Gawron Turgeon Dillon Architects, P.C. was retained by Avesta Housing to plan and […]
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Bartlett
Gawron Turgeon Dillon Architects, P.C. worked with Yarmouth Senior Housing and Avesta Housing to develop a 28-unit senior affordable housing community near downtown Yarmouth, Maine. Our GTD team worked diligently
Ridgewood
Ridgewood at Village Square—one of the many Avesta Housing developments in Maine—is a 24-unit affordable housing community for seniors and those with disabilities. At approximately 23,000 sq. ft. it offers
Porter Station
“Places like Porter Station are so important for families like ours, because it’s getting to the point where rents are so high, no one can afford to live here anymore.
Congress Square Commons
Description Congress Square Commons is a new mixed-income housing development located at 115 Congress Street in Belfast, Maine. The project transforms a former municipal public works yard into a vibrant
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Freedom Place – 66 State St & 155 Danforth St
Description Freedom Place at 66 State Street and 155 Danforth Street is a two-phase affordable and supportive housing development in Portland’s West End that demonstrates how creativity, compassion, and public
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MAHC Research
MAHC periodically commissions research that informs and supports access to and availability of safe, quality, affordable homes for all Maine people. Whether renting or owning a home, MAHC advocates for
Firehouse Village: Transforming Public Spaces
Located in Oak Village in Scarborough, Firehouse Village celebrated the site’s history by renovating the existing fire and police station into a mix of uses including a local grocery store,
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Developer’s Toolkit
Affordable housing development doesn’t just happen with bricks and mortar — it starts with relationships, trust, and thoughtful community engagement. In today’s environment, even the best-designed housing proposals can face
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Affordable Housing 101
At its core, affordable housing means a household can find a safe, stable place to live without sacrificing other essentials like food, health care, or transportation. A commonly accepted benchmark
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