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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.
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
Congratulations to Otto’s Taproom on its grand re-opening! 🎉
SMP Architects renovated a beloved but aging corner bar in the Brewerytown section of Philadelphia into a warm, inviting neighborhood food and drink destination. 🍻
#design #philadelphia #architecture
Flashback Friday!
Reminiscing about this sunny PARK(ing) Day six months ago when Philadelphian's brought to life this PARK! 🌿
Thanks to everyone who joined us!
Swipe to see a time lapse of the progress through the day!
#design #philadelphia #architecture #parkingdayphl
Fun design share Friday! 🎨
SMP team members shared some of their favorite outside-of-architecture designs from various genres of art.
In order of slides:
- Jonathan Adler's Menagerie series artifact & ornaments
- Brandon Campbell's illustrations
- Felt & Fat's ceramic dinnerware collection
- Modernism week's design experiences
- 76ers jersey design
- Astia Liisa's Arabia Storybirds creamer set
- Spiral Jetty by sculptor Robert Smithson
- Branding design & ceramics at Nana's cafe
- Design ni Dukaan's furniture & products
(With due credit to respective designers/photographers/creators)
#design #pottery #graphics #architecture #philadelphia
Shepard Recreation Center in the news!
The Center was the recipient of a competitive “RACP” grant administered by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
State and local leaders gathered last week to celebrate the award and the future renovation of the recreation center and adjacent grounds.
SMP Architects is designing this project, along with Stuart & Associates Architect and SALT Design Studio, for Nicetown Community Development Corporation and Rebuild Philadelphia.
It is a long but rewarding process and we look forward to a transformative change for the Haddington community!
#design #philadelphia #recreationcenter #architecture #community
SMP Principal Todd Woodward joined Ground Reconsidered for a community meeting presentation at Christy Recreation Center in West Philadelphia last week!
The long-term plan is for Christy to receive a major site and building renovation, with construction in phases. Schematic Design for the entire project has been completed, with Design Development about to begin.
We have enjoyed collaborating with Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, the Christy Rec Center Advisory Council, local politicians, and our design team colleagues on this exciting and meaningful project!
#design #architecture #philadelphia #recreationcenter #community
SMP recently completed a series of renderings for an independent school client.
The images document a major renovation to this Kindergarten through 8th Grade facility, intended to be constructed in a phased manner over the next three years.
We are excited to work with this progressive educator to improve the learning environment!
#design #philadelphia #education #schools #architecture #renovation
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,…