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!

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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!

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While we design every day in the office, here is a glimpse into some SMP team members’ outside-of-work creative design projects!

In order of slides :
- David's model (from 1989) of the Frank Furness/Fine Arts building at Penn
- Jane's yearly Valentine's Day felt artwork
- Andrew's model from a college project
- Marielle's pottery pieces from ceramics class
- Scott's handmade fence reusing scraps of cedar siding
- Jui's first attempt at cross stitching

#design #philadelphia #reuse #art #designers #architecture ...

SMP visited Hickory Run State Park after a recent snowfall. ❄

Construction bids for our comfort stations and shower houses are due in early January.

The four new buildings are designed to respect and complement existing structures on site and will significantly upgrade the camping experience within heavily used areas in the park! 🏕

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Happy Holidays from all of us at SMP Architects!! ✨

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Fun Fact Friday:
Bamboo paneling is a cost effective and sustainable bamboo material that can be applied throughout or as accents to flat as well as curved surfaces.
It is low in emissions contributing to a healthy indoor environment while giving any space a natural and warm ambience! 🌱

Swipe to see photos of @plyboo bamboo wall panels at SMP designed PSU Harrisburg’s lobby and upper study areas.

Photo credits: Halkin Mason Photography

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Fun Fact Friday:
Bio-flooring is a bio-based alternative to PVC flooring. This innovative category of flooring replaces petroleum or fossil fuel-based content with bio-based material.

Most manufacturers provide Environmental & Health Product Declarations (EPD/HPD) – so we can ensure these materials are healthy for the planet & healthy for us! 🌱

Showcased here -
Math Classroom and Collaborative Corridor Space at the Academy of Notre Dame where we used @forboflooringsystems bio-based marmoleum floor tiles.

Photo credits: Halkin Mason Photography

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SMP is pleased to announce the promotion of Megan Strenski to Associate!! 🎉

Megan’s professional accomplishments include primary roles on projects with University of Pennsylvania, The Hill School, City of Philadelphia, and the PA Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.
She has also served as a mentor to other SMP team members and has contributed greatly to the daily success of the firm.

We had a terrific time celebrating this wonderful achievement with some drinks and good food while reminiscing Megan’s outstanding contribution to SMP Architects! ✨

Congratulations Megan!

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