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W W W. M A I N E B I Z . B I Z 13 J U N E 2 7 , 2 0 2 2 F O C U S B U S I N E S S O F C A N N A B I S ough near the South Portland Target store and just over a mile from the Maine Mall, the site was designed to respect the landscape, including the selection of natural plants. e front of the building is deliberately austere from the roadside to create privacy, security and sound protection. Rear windows, nearly 20 feet tall, capture light and the wetland view. A large deck provides outdoor space. e exterior features classic materials, including Maine-harvested white cedar shiplap, finished with semi-transparent stain paired with an anodized aluminum curtain wall system. e neutral tones provide a canvas that pops SeaWeed's purple logo. Inviting but rule-driven Inside, a bright and open floor plan conforms with certain rules related to cannabis retail while guiding customers through the shopping process. "You're not supposed to have canna- bis visible right away, so there are screen- ing elements," says Boothe. "ere's a front desk and a person checking your ID. at's the first layer of security to comply with the rules." Natural materials include white ash for the millwork; a white pine ceiling; and terra cotta wall tiles whose neutral color was selected to integrate with other natural materials. e floor is polished concrete. e 3,200-square-foot space includes wooden ceilings that slope upward from 10 to 17 feet. e geometry is called an "inverted hip ceiling" and includes three planes that require preci- sion joinery where they come together. e approach was about natural light and warmth. "When you're trying to sell a product, we tend to keep things on the lighter side, which puts more emphasis on the product," he says. Valuable product Security was also a consideration. "A jewelry store is an appropriate compari- son," says Boothe. In keeping with state rules, any cannabis product that isn't under glass with a lock must be kept in a back storeroom with additional security measures that include key card access and other protective measure to help prevent break-in. e sale of cannabis remains illegal at the federal level and remains a cash busi- ness, which poses security risks. "ere's a lot of cash on hand and a lot of security measures for that as well," says Boothe. Our clients benefit from generations of knowledge, now and in the years to come. Portland, ME | 207.773.7100 | dunhamgroup.com "The Dunham Group invests in its younger brokers," says broker Sylas Hatch. "You're learning on the job...it's really helpful to learn how someone with decades of experience handles situations with clients." Setting our clients up for continued success starts by sharing knowledge from one generation to the next. The Dunham Group Knows Smart Investment Opportunities Sylas Hatch, Broker and Tom Moulton, Broker | Partner (207) 827-4456 • (800) 648-4202 Bangor • Yarmouth www.sewall.com Consultants in: Engineering | Survey | Energy | Geospatial Solutions | Natural Resources • Traffic Impact Studies / Signal Design • Pavement Management / Better Roads™ • Solar & Wind Energy Site Design • Boundary & Topographic Survey • Stormwater Management • Environmental Permitting Diane Morabito, PE, PTOE Expert in traffic impact studies, traffic permitting, & traffic signal design A strong and trusted partner. For 140 years, we've known that perseverance, ingenuity, and taking responsibility for doing things well the first time are the keys to lasting success. As industry pioneers, we are ready to help you improve your communities, your inf rastructure, and our environment. C O N T I N U E D O N F O L L OW I N G PA G E »

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