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SMP is Expanding Our Team!
SMP Architects is seeking an architectural designer with a flexible skill set and interest in all aspects of the profession.
Spotted our mini succulent garden basking in the sunlight on this very sunny day! 🌞
Have a Happy Friday!
#succulents #summer #design #architecture
SMP started working on an exterior envelope assessment at McPherson Square Library, for Rebuild Philadelphia.
McPherson Square Library was opened on May 25,1917 on the site of a historic park adjacent to Kensington Avenue.
Funded by the Carnegie Corporation, the building was designed by a prominent architectural firm, Wilson Eyre & McIlvaine, in the style of “an elegant domed Palladian Villa.” The building is one of 20 surviving Carnegie Libraries in Philadelphia, which were designated as the “Carnegie Library Thematic Historic District” by the Philadelphia Historic Commission in 2021!
#architecture #design #freelibraryofphiladelphia #philadelphia
Masonry restoration and repair work is ongoing at Engine 56 in Northeast Philadelphia.
The fire station is continuing to operate as the brick and limestone exterior envelope is being revitalized! 🚒
Construction is expected to be complete in mid to late summer.
#design #firestation #architecture #philadelphia
Renovations are currently under way in this office suite for the University of Pennsylvania’s School of Arts & Sciences!
The renovations comprise both the Office of Advancement and the Kim Center for Korean Studies.
The refurbished Office of Advancement will include spaces for collaboration, a new kitchen and open “café” area, and refreshed offices and meeting space.
The Kim Center will include a conference room and student hub that can open up to each other for hosting larger events. Construction will be completed over the summer.
#architecture #design #construction #philadelphia #upenn
SMP Architects had an eventful day with our young visitor from olma_nj!
Mia, a junior at OLMA shadowed some of our team members to explore and get insights into the world of architecture.
We talked about design, drawings and drafting, renderings and went on a site visit to an under-construction project! 👩🚒👨🚒
P.S. – we also had a lovely lunch in the park while talking about the fun (and struggles!) of architecture school
#design #architecture #philadelphia #womeninarchitecture
Reminiscing back to this fun Friday Happy Hour from a few weeks ago when some of us visited Otto’s Taproom & Grille! 🍸
SMP Architects recently completed renovation at Otto’s Taproom and now this beloved neighborhood bar is up and bustling! 🎉
#design #philadelphia #renovation
Thanks to Scott for this little treat from Palm Springs! 🌵
SMP team members now have tiny succulent buddies at their desk for some nature-based inspiration!
#design #architecture #sustainable #philadelphia
Another week, another new state park. 🌱
Take a look at the views of Susquehanna Riverlands State Park. The topography and access to the river are amazing!
We are looking forward to a creative planning experience with PA DCNR, Viridian Landscape Studio, and Meliora Design.
#design #statepark #pennsylvania #architecture
SMP would like to welcome our new team member, Emily!
Emily is a Drexel University architecture student, in her final year, with interests in historic restoration, adaptive reuse, and sustainable design.
In her free time, she enjoys playing soccer on local rec leagues, going to concerts and trying new restaurants in the city!
#designer #philadelphia #architect
We spent time this week with our friends from PA DCNR, Viridian Landscape Studio, and Meliora Design at Big Elk Creek State Park in southern Chester County. 🌿
We are excited to be involved in the early stages of planning for this newly designated state park!
#sitevisit #design #bigelkstatepark
Principal Todd Woodward Honored
SMP Principal Todd Woodward was recently recognized at the 2020 AIA Philadelphia Design Awards with the Alan Greenberger Award for his years of service to the Community Design Collaborative. The award recognizes an AIA Philadelphia…
Collaborations in Conservation
Helping organizations achieve long-term sustainability and improving the quality of life for building inhabitants and visitors is core to our mission at SMP Architects. One such organization is the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural…
Construction Progress: The Shirley Quadrivium Center at The Hill School
Here at SMP, we often ask ourselves: “How do we reuse what we have, and build only what we need?” Our design for The Hill School’s Shirley Quadrivium Center is a local response to this…
Lions Gate Recognized for Outstanding Design and Planning
SMP’s Lions Gate at Penn State Abington has been honored with the 2018 Montgomery Award from the Montgomery County Planning Commission. This prestigious annual program promotes awareness of outstanding design and innovative planning by recognizing…
Visitor Center at Ohiopyle Honored
The Falls Area Visitor Center at Ohiopyle State Park was honored by the Green Building Alliance (GBA) at their Emerald Evening on Thursday September 20, 2018. On the occasion of its 25th Anniversary, the GBA,…