A new zoo for the New England region permitting the year-round exhibition of African wildlife in enclosed environments which resemble the animals’ natural habitat.The program in the RFP established the following goals: By the early 1970’s there was a desire to revitalize the zoo and hopefully the neighborhood around it. In 1958, the Metropolitan District Commission took over management of the zoo and began charging admission. The zoo flourished initially and then fell into disrepair during the depression and World War II. When the zoo formally opened in 1912, the design had departed from Olmstead’s original vision in that it included more exotic animals. In his original plan, “The Greeting,” a 3,000 foot long formal open space in the northeast corner of the park, was to be surrounded by facilities for public gathering, including a natural habitat zoo garden housing native species similar to the deer parks of European estates. The idea of a zoo in Franklin Park came from Frederick Law Olmstead himself. This was the first time the office would work with these large firms, who would become frequent collaborators over the next 30 years. To this team, Tony added Weidlinger, a world renowned structural engineering firm and Cosentini, the leading mechanical engineering firm in the city. He agreed to be an exclusive consultant to Huygens and Tappé for exhibit design. Johnson’s approach of thinking of the zoo as a set design evolved into the trend of natural habitat zoos. He first contacted Jerry Johnson, a former set designer who had led the multi-disciplinary exhibit design team at the Bronx Zoo. In my recent lunches with Tony, I have tried to gain some insight into his marketing expertise and he usually answers with a humble “ we just went and won the job.” But for this project, he articulated a specific strategy that led to winning the commission. The early years of success are a testament of Tony Tappé’s connections, marketing skills, and design talent in the firm. I hope one of the takeaways about the culture of the firm is the sheer variety of projects we have designed. Not only is it an unusual project type, it also references the common refrain “from A to Z,” communicating a wide range of design capabilities. Often, when asked to describe the breadth of the firm’s work, I will use a project type relevant to the person inquiring and bracket the other end with the zoo. There are simply too many upgrades to mention.FRANKLIN PARK ZOO, BOSTON, MASSACHUSETTS 1972-1989 This home is exceptional, It is simply gorgeous. The back yard is perfect, it has a beautiful pool and an outdoor kitchen under the shade of a pergola ready to enjoy the fabulous El Paso sunsets. The home has 3 additional bedroom and 3 baths also. The luxurious master bath has two sinks and plenty of space for all your needs, hammered copper tub, snail shower, and fabulous large walk-in closet with custom built-ins. The large master bedroom features a sitting area that has a domed ceiling with mural. Next to the kitchen, you will see a large informal dining area with a mural design domed ceiling and large windows that provide plenty of natural light which gives a unique ambience. You will love cooking in this masterfully designed kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, island cooktop, and raised panel cabinetry with exquisite detailing. Guests can sit at the bar which is open to both the great room and kitchen. This beautiful walk behind wet bar features, a wine fridge, and custom cabinetry which provides a lot of storage. The great room has a beautiful wall of built-ins with a lot of space, hardwood flooring, an attractive stacked stone fireplace. Off the foyer you will find a formal dining room with hardwood floors and two sets of custom atrium doors. As you step inside the home, you will be welcomed by two separate large living areas which are ideal for valuable family time and entertaining guests. This beautiful home features 4 bedrooms and 4 baths, in ground pool, travertine and hardwood floors throughout the living areas, and carpet in 2 bedrooms only. Come and see this stunning, classic style home and get ready to live life at its finest with this custom-built beauty sitting on a 0.21-acre lot perched up in the highly desired Franklin Hills subdivision.
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