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Salem Redevelopment Authority Decision
September 13, 2017
Artists' Row: Discussion and vote on proposed installation of signage.
SRA Decision
At its meeting on September 13, 2017 the Salem Redevelopment Authority
voted unanimously (5-0) to approve the proposed installation of signage at
Artists' Row as recommended by the Design Review Board.
Recommendation
At its meeting on August 23, 2017 the DRB voted unanimously (7-0) to recommend
approval of the proposed installation of signage at Artists' Row as presented.
Proposal
The DRB and SRA in May and June, respectively, approved elements of a planned
redesign of Artists' Row, which included a new paint color scheme, windows/doors, and
signage scheme. The approval was conditional upon the following:
1. That the barn door graphics / typeface be revised and reviewed again in the
future (the barn door itself is approved).
2. That the second trim color be removed (each building is to have two colors).
This proposal provides a revised design for the signage to be painted on two brick walls,
as well as signage to be painted on the bathroom building (both the barn door and
building itself).
Staff Comments:
As you will see from the enclosed materials, the some of the buildings have been
painted, doors and windows have been installed, and the barn door(without signage)
has been installed.
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120 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 619-5681 Fax (978) 740-0404
August 14, 2017
Dear Design Review Board Members,
At the June meeting we presented the Artists' Row Redesign 2017 for approval of paint colors,
doors and windows,super graphics and signage. With your feedback,we have moved forward with
the project and are pleased to report that two stalls have been painted with the new colors and
doors and windows have been installed. The full window doors and the new picture windows area
huge improvement as now visitors to the Row can see into the stalls and see the products and the
maker spaces. The bathroom building was also painted and a wooden barn door has been
installed. The new bathroom door was painted with black chalkboard paint in preparation for
signage to announce events on the Row.
Beginning the week of August 14th work will begin on two more of the stalls with painting and
installing new doors and windows. Unfortunately,we do not have the funding to paint the Lobster
Shanty this year but will plan to paint that building next spring.
We are now seeking final approval for signage on two entrances to the Row as well as signage on
the barn door. If approved we have a very skilled artist,Liz Sullivan,who is also a tenant on the
Row,to paint the signage.
This summer we have engaged Claudia Paraschiv as the Artist in Residence and between the
community engagement of building a community table,the garden boxes built by Tom Gagnon,a
tenant on the Row and planted with beautiful flowers,the new paint colors and barn door has
added new life to Artists' Row. The tenants are seeing more people come in their shops,sales are
up and the community now feels like it is a place to visit and enjoy,
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Revised Proposal for Signage on Artists' Row
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Entrance Sign
The brick wall, currently occupied by the bike mural,
is the most visible part of Artists' Row on busy Derby
street. It is the most logical location to add entrance
signage that will draw in visitors and establish the brand
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Sliding Bathroom Door
Adding a sliding door to the restroom would be more
graceful than the iron gate, allow for concealed storage
in the off-season, and coordinate with the materials used
throughout the Row. The door will also act as a place for
events to be listed for the day and month. Giving people
a reason to return again and again to the row.
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June 14, 2017
Artists' Row: Discussion and vote on new paint color scheme, windows/doors, and
signage scheme.
SRA Decision
At its meeting on June 14, 2017 the Salem Redevelopment Authority voted
unanimously (4-0) to approve the proposed new paint color scheme,
windows/doors, and signage scheme at Artists' Row, conditional upon the
applicant returning to the DRB for review and approval of revised
text/signage for the barn door and individual tenant signage.
Recommendation
At its meeting on May 24, 2017 the DRB voted unanimously (7-0) to recommend approval
of the proposed new paint color scheme, windows/doors, and signage scheme, conditional
upon the following:
1. That the barn door graphics / typeface be revised and reviewed again in the future
(the barn door itself is approved).
2. That the second trim color be removed (each building is to have two colors).
Per the applicant's request, the signage for each stall will also be further revised and
brought back for review when ready.
Proposal
The City of Salem partnered with students from Lesley University to reinvigorate the look of
Artists' Row. The enclosed package is the student's final presentation to the City. It
proposes the following considerations:
1.) Change the color scheme of the buildings to slate grey and green (green roof, grey
walls, black trim, and dark blue/green trim.
2.) Paint large numerals on the respective buildings (either vinyl or paint) that will
provide pops of color. The letters R-O-W will be painted facing the opposite
direction of the numerals on the sides of the buildings.
3.) A cohesive signage system that will hang on the existing poles. They will be 2'x2'
teak plywood, framed in metal, and have black typeface against various colored
backgrounds.
4.) New doors and windows that will be painted blue (or another suggested color in the
proposed palette).
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5.) Install a chalkboard sliding door to enclose the bathroom entrances when they are
not in use or open.
6.) A new painted entrance sign on the brick wall that faces the Klop Alley parking lot on
the Derby Street side (currently has a bicycle mural).
Staff Comment
This proposal is another step the City is attempting to take in order to enliven Artists' Row
and to fresher its appearance.
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Research
We met with you and identified some key objectives
together:
-The environment needs more activation and identity
-Sustainability is a key concern
-Our proposals must be phased, initially low-cost.
-One participant suggested "Create verbs" to emphasize
activities on the Row
-Pop up and community-driven events are being planned
-Lighting issues (no neon signs)
-Wayfinding should be improved on the Row and access
points marked
Keeping in mind your concerns and ideas, here is what
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Add Color
The color palette for Artists' Row was selected to
complement the existing architecture and surroundings,
to neutralize some of the current visual distraction, and
to emphasize the clean, modern, and artful elements
that will populate the space. We also would like to reflect
a nautical theme with blues and grays.
Slate grey or green—applied to both the wood and brick
surfaces of the buildings—will make the space more
cohesive and expansive. It will also provide a compatible
backdrop for graphic elements, signage, and community-
created murals. Meanwhile, pops of bright color will
mirror the creative environment of
the Row.
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The addition of a super-sized ROW and numerals
marking the buildings (in either vinyl or paint) will
activate the space, orient visitors, and create a greater
sense of place. Visitors to the Row who look more
closely will also discover active verbs—words that imply
the many forms that creativity takes—scattered on the
walls throughout the Row.
Signage
We propose a cohesive system of signage for the
entrances to the Row and hanging signs on the poles in
front of each building. Constructed of simple 2x2 teak
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eramic the material-driven, artisan nature of the Row. The
by typography—straight-forward and informal—also
supports this brand.
A set of wall-mounted backing boards of the same
construction will serve as a frame on which the vendors
can attach signage they create themselves— supporting
individuality and the over-arching brand of the Row.
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For Artist Row to become a more effective retail
environment as well as an engaged community space,
we want visitors to do a little window shopping and to
feel welcomed into the buildings where they will meet
creative and hard-working artists.
The current windows and doors act as a barrier to these
goals. We propose replacing them with more glass that
will allow light into the spaces and, crucial to customers,
views of the artisan goods. The trim around the glass
will be painted in the suggested blue color or another
pop of color from the palette.
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Sliding Bathroom Door
Adding a sliding door to the restroom would be more
graceful than the iron gate, allow for concealed storage
in the off-season, and coordinate with the materials used
throughout the Row. The door will also act as a place for
events to be listed for the day and month. Giving people
a reason to return again and again to the row.
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Entrance Sign
The brick wall, currently occupied by the bike mural,
is the most visible part of Artists' Row on busy Derby
street. It is the most logical location to add entrance
signage that will draw in visitors and establish the brand
right from the beginning.
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To encourage visitor to linger on the Row, we propose
creating more comfortable communal spaces—tables
and benches that fold down from the buildings
themselves and are easily secured when not in use.
Planters would support the brand by using the same
materials and typography.
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Salem Redevelopment Authority Decision
June 11, 2014
24 New Derby Street / Artists' Row: Discussion and vote on new proposed paint
colors for Artists' Row stalls
SRA Decision
At its meeting on June 11, 2014, the SRA voted 4-0 to approve a May 28,2014
DRB recommendation to approve the painting of Artists' Row stalls in a Pittsfield
or Powell Buff color— not the trim.
DRB Recommendation
At its meeting on May 28, 2014 the DRB voted 6-0 to recommend the proposal to
paint the buildings (excluding trim) at 24 New Derby Street /Artists' Row.
Proposal for May 28 DRB Meeting
The applicant proposes to paint all Artists' Row stalls a new color to match the shade
of paint used on Old Town Hall's window and door trim (either Pittsfield or Powell
Buff). This proposal includes all stalls, including the Lobster Shanty, and the public
bathroom stall. No trim (currently a raspberry color) will be repainted.
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120 Washington Street, Salem, MA 01970
(978) 619-5681 Fax (978) 740-0404
August 11, 2014
Robert Mitnik
Chairperson
Salem Redevelopment Authority
120 Washington Street
Salem, MA 01970
Dear Mr. Mitnik,
As the recently appointed Public Art Planner and also steward of Artists' Row I wish to call
to the board's attention the deteriorating condition of the double doors on two stalls in
Artists' Row.
Presently the doors are made of wood and due to water coming off the roof and splashing
up against them the wood is rotting.
The DPW is working on repairs over the next few weeks and I wish to expedite the
removal of the present doors and replacing them with a similar style so that the work can
be done before the busy fall season.
Enclosed please find photos of the current conditions of the doors as well as the
replacement doors.
Sincerely,
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Salem Redevelopment Authority Decision
June 10, 2009
Artists' Row: Discussion and vote on proposed exterior painting
SRA Decision
At their meeting on June 10, 2009, the SRA voted to approve the May 27, 2009
DRB recommendation for the proposed exterior painting at Artists' Row.
DRB Recommendation
At their meeting on May 27, 2009, the DRB voted to recommend approval of the
proposed exterior painting at Artists' Row with the following condition:
- The trim color shall be "Raspberry Pudding" instead of"Cozumel" and
"Cozumel" shall be one of the door colors.
Staff Comment
The revised proposal addresses the condition stated above.
Original Proposal
The proposal includes repainting all of the stalls with the main color of"Status
Bronze' and trim color of "Cozumel." Each stall would have one of five unique
door colors. Refer to the paint samples included in the submission.
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Design Review Board Recommendation
May 27, 2009
Artists' Row: Discussion and vote on proposed exterior painting
DRB Recommendation
At their meeting on May 27, 2009, the DRB voted to recommend approval of the
proposed exterior painting at Artists' Row with the following condition:
- The trim color shall be "Raspberry Pudding" instead of "Cozumel" and
"Cozumel" shall be one of the door colors.
Staff Comment
The revised proposal addresses the condition stated above.
Original Proposal
The proposal includes repainting all of the stalls with the main color of "Status
Bronze" and trim color of "Cozumel." Each stall would have one of five unique
door colors. Refer to the paint samples included in the submission.
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Artists' Row: Discussion of proposed exterior painting
Proposal
The proposal includes repainting all of the stalls with the main color of "Status
Bronze" and trim color of "Cozumel." Each stall would have one of five unique
door colors. Refer to the paint samples included in the submission.
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