We are excited to share the series of opening events for IBA's La CASA: Center for Arts, Self-determination and Activism, that will be taking place this weekend in Boston's South End! The celebrations will begin with the ribbon-cutting and Opening Night Concert today. A Dance Fiesta will take place on Saturday, and a Community Open House with arts workshops will span Saturday and Sunday.
Blue skies and buildings rising đ˘
Last week Scott Pray visited several project sites during @constructionsafetyweek to speak with team members about the responsibility of staying vigilant and to always speak up if they see any potential hazard.
By staying alert đŞand looking out for one another, we help create a safer environment for all.
#ConstructionSafetyWeek #RecognizeRespondRespect
đ A major milestone for La CASA.
Weâve officially received our Certificate of Occupancy, and our team is already hard at work in our new home.
This moment reflects the dedication and collaboration behind La CASA, from the IBA team to our partners at @dfpray , and our architects at @studioenee and @annum_architects .
Now, weâre excited to open our doors to the public for our Grand Opening Weekend, May 15â17 â a celebration of arts, culture, and community.
We canât wait to welcome you. đ
Click the link in our bio to register!
Safety is at the heartâ¤ď¸ of everything we do.
While risks are a part of our industry, it's up to each of us to take responsibility, speak up, and take action whenever we see something unsafe.
The choices we make everyday impact not just ourselves, but everyone around us.
Let's stay vigilantđŞand make safety our top priorityâbecause together, we can create a safer environment for all.
#ConstructionSafetyWeek #RecognizeRespondRespect
The Benjamin on Franklin is taking form quickly...wood framing is already rising. đď¸
đđ, @dfpray !
Swipe to the end to see what the completed construction will become, and head to the link in our bio for more details on the development.
Developers: @themichaelsorg & GoVenture Capital Group, LLC
Architect: @maugeldestefano (rendering credits)
General Contractor: @dfpray
#WorcesterDevelopment #Multifamily #Construction
The Pray Family Foundation @prayfamilyfoundation is delighted to partner with Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center in supporting a scholarshipđfor clinical observership in Vascular Surgery with Dr. Allen Hamdan. This year, two outstanding students who exhibited academic excellence, dedication to service, and enthusiasm for vascular surgery were awarded the scholarship.
âGeorge Morcos shared, "Without the financial support of the Pray Family, I could not have participated in this program. I am truly grateful for your generosity and commitment to encouraging early-stage trainees and students to explore vascular surgery."
âIsabella Daneri remarked, âThe best part of this experience has been witnessing exceptional operations performed by incredible and diligent nurses, physicians, and medical students. For me, it highlighted how a career in medicine is a continuous learning journey, no matter your role.â
Congratulations to these remarkable recipientsâwell deserved! đđ
đď¸Exciting updates from The Benjamin! Work is moving quickly, and the progress is happening so fast that the skyline đlooks different every day. @themichaelsorg@maugeldestefano@h_o_structural
GoVenture Capital Group, LLC
âJoin Us Live for America ByDesignâ
Tune in on Saturday, March 28th at 9 PM ET on the CBS News (New York) Livestream to catch @bydesigntv America ByDesign featuring @charlesriverspeedway in Brighton, MA.
Witness how our team joined together with @brunercott and @ahfboston to revitalize this abandoned facility into a vital community cornerstone giving new life to this decaying Boston Historic Landmark.
đHear more from Christopher Nielson at Bruner/Cott Architects about this next-level adaptive re-use.
This remarkable project has been recognized with several prestigious awards:
â @bsaaia Social Impact Advancement Commendation
â @preservationmass Massachusetts Award
â @bostonpreservationalliance Award
â @cmaa_newengland Award of Excellence
Today we join @nawicnational to celebrate the extraordinary achievements and opportunities that women are creating in the construction industry.
âThis year marks the third year of the D.F. Pray Scholars Program at @myrwu offering scholarships, paid internships, and professional development for women and underrepresented students in construction management.
This valuable partnership with RWU connects education and industry, driving meaningful progress toward building a skilled, inclusive, and diverse đˇââď¸đˇđˇââď¸workforce pipeline for the future.
#WICWeek #WomeninConstruction #CareersinConstruction #ScholarshipProgram
Project milestone: Demolition at 299 Broadway in Somerville began in December 2025.
320 homes. 48% affordable. PHIUS certified. Vertical construction rising in April.
Grab the project details at the link in our bio.
Partners:
MARK Development LLC
Beacon Communities LLC
Samuels & Associates
Utile
Future Green Studio
Plumb House
D.F. Pray General Contractors
Renderings courtesy of Utile.
What happens when transit access, downtown growth, and a 364-unit plan intersect?
You get one of Worcesterâs most significant residential additions in years.
See what this development signals for Worcesterâs future at the link in our bio.
Partners:
The Michaels Organization
GoVenture Capital Group, LLC
Maugel DeStefano Architects
D.F. Pray General Contractors
Renderings courtesy of Maugel Destefano Architects.
#engineering #multifamily #cre #realestate #architecture
đ§ With todayâs beautiful weather, concrete pouring commenced at The Benjamin on Franklin.
This significant residential development is taking shape in the heart of Worcester. The five-story building will feature 364 apartments and over 80,000 square feet of amenity space.
Located on a 3.23-acre site across Franklin, Arctic, and Hygeia Streets, residents will be just steps from Union Station, offering direct access to commuter rail service to Boston and convenient links to downtown and the Canal District.
đcheck out video via đin bio.
@sterling.concrete@themichaelsorg
GoVenture Capital Group, LLC
@maugeldestefano@h_o_structural
