Time Out Market, located within the historic Landmark Center—a former Sears distribution center from the 1930s—has been transformed into a culinary and cultural destination. This renovation, led by Samuels & Associates and designed by architects Elkus Manfredi, aimed to preserve the building's historical charm while integrating modern architectural solutions. Central to this transformation were the custom kinetic architecture solutions provided by Turner Exhibits Inc., featuring steel windows and doors from Hope’s Windows.
Project details
Hope’s Windows' expertise in crafting bespoke steel windows and doors allowed for the design and integration of exterior horizontal pivot doors and interior horizontal bi-fold doors. These doors needed to meet stringent thermal performance goals, effectively seal against Boston's harsh winters, and be ADA compliant. The interior doors, which weighed nearly 8,000 pounds each, required a counterweight system to allow manual operation via a handwheel. Turner Exhibits’ designers developed a system allowing the counterweights to be visible yet safely enclosed. These custom solutions not only met performance requirements but also seamlessly blended with the historical aesthetic of the Landmark Center.
"The developer and tenants love that all the doors and windows look similar—they are all part of the same family and look intentional while also moving, opening, and closing in surprising and unconventional ways," says Steve Groves, President, Turner Exhibits, Inc.
Turner Exhibits Inc. focused on designing exterior horizontal pivot doors and interior horizontal bi-fold doors, creating wide, welcoming passages that offered clear access from jamb to jamb.
The architects chose Hope’s Windows for its ability to handle the project's complexities and its reputation for high-quality custom solutions. Early commitment to Hope’s allowed the design and project management teams to work directly with Hope’s design and engineering team to define fastening systems for attaching the Hope’s glazing frames to Turner Exhibits’ structural frames. This close cooperation, marked by the exchange of drawings and 3D CAD models, ensured that both teams were aligned and that the integration of the glazing and structural frames was seamless.
The successful collaboration between Turner Exhibits and Hope’s Windows contributed to the project's success. Turner Exhibits praised the partnership, noting that “Hope’s technical design team engaged fully, worked through every detail, and delivered beautifully built products. We look forward to the next opportunity to collaborate.” The renovation has not only preserved the historical essence of the Landmark Center but also created a dynamic and inviting space.