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51 B U S I N E S S P RO F I L E S sustainability, architectural design, interior design, community engagement and more. In 2017, our work for e Mooring's Falmouth Foreside location garnered awards in IIDA's Healthcare Interior Design Competition and Senior Housing News' Architecture and Design Award for Best Standalone Memory Care project. Most recently, our work in the OTHER Portland (Portland, OR) with Scott Edwards Architecture, LLP was featured in the Environments for Aging photo tour publication, and received recognition at TopProjects 2023. e entire Gawron Turgeon Architects, P.C. team has left an indelible mark on the architectural landscape over the past 40 years. Our dedication to creating inspirational spaces, our commitment to solutions through design, and our ability to seamlessly blend aesthetics with functionality have set us apart in the industry. As we continue to push the boundaries of design and innovation across countless industries, we remain a trusted partner for clients seeking transformative design solutions that enrich lives and communities in Maine, New England and beyond. l S P O N S O R E D C O N T E N T B U S I N E S S P R O F I L E P H O T O C O U R T E S Y O F C . A . S M I T H P H O T O G R A P H Y P H O T O C O U R T E S Y O F M A I N E V I R T U A L H O M E T O U R S Maine Veterans' Home — Augusta: With an aim to maximize wellness and create an innovative space for long-term transition and memory care, GTA began work with Maine Veterans' Homes on its new Augusta location. Opened to residents in March 2022, this 138-bed, 179,475 square-foot nursing home has adopted a new concept – the "small-house" – which accomplished those goals in mind for its Veteran residents. A "sense of place" is created with the Community Center in the center of the site, while a loop road con- nects homes and provides organization, ease of access and security. ese goals were not only followed inside the building, but we also strived to maximize wellness opportunities outdoors. A major design objective was to create strong connectivity between the nursing home and its exterior spaces. Both physical and visual connections to the outdoors and nature provide for a sense of well-being and a healing experience. e landscape design takes the approach of providing meaningful spaces for everyday living. Outdoor spaces provide areas for walking, relaxing, visiting with friends and family, and engaging in purposeful work. Overall, GTA has been overjoyed at the reception of the space by residents and staff alike and can't wait for more opportunities to introduce the "small-house" model to senior living projects in the future. e project was also featured in Environments for Aging's photo tour segment in January 2023. 100 Middle Street, Portland: Retained by the owners to provide design services for the 4,000 square-foot lobby and entrance of this notable building in downtown Portland, GTA was excited to leave its mark. The goal when approaching this project was to create an eye-catching, inviting and innovative lobby that leaves a lasting impression. is was achieved through lighting changes, new flooring, modified vaulted ceiling, fresh paint palette throughout, artwork updates, changes to the interior shell of the lobby, and more. is project was a perfect example of entering a project with a clients' needs in mind. Taking a Portland landmark with an already exceptional entry design, GTA catered its interior design services to introduce elements that only complimented the space. OceanView at Falmouth, Plummer School Senior Living: Working directly with OceanView, GTA led the design of the conversion of Plummer School and renovation for OceanView at Falmouth. Taking the historic Plummer School site and creating an addi- tion as well as renovating the space provided a unique approach to senior living, middle-income housing and more. e Plummer School design incorporates a mix of one-bedroom and two-bedroom apartments and studios; it also includes an inviting lobby, support spaces on each floor, and what was once a gymnasium has been re-purposed into a community room with a warming kitchen. As a historic building, GTA worked with the owner and client to seek historic tax credits – which was achieved by following rigorous design requirements and maintaining the original charm of the school. is project was part of the Falmouth Schools Redevelopment Project, which garnered a 2014 Top Notable Project Award from MEREDA (Maine Real Estate & Development Association) for hitting upon specific criteria such as environmental sustain- ability, economic impact and energy efficiency. e project itself also won the 2017 Maine Preservation Honor Award and the 2018 Preservation Honor Award from Greater Portland Landmarks. Historic preservation and landmark projects are a highlight for the GTA team, and we are looking forward to sharing more about similar projects we have ahead. Further Recognition and Awards: Maine Veterans' Homes – Augusta and e Plummer School are only two of many projects that the GTA team have contributed to that have won awards for different merits such as preservation, The lobby of Maine Veterans' Home – Augusta, featuring an homage to Maine veterans front and center. The 100 Middle lobby, featuring furniture, colors, and art selected by GTA's interiors team.