THINK BEYOND CONNECTIONS Our team utilizes a “charrette” or workshop approach to interface with key campus groups. We view this as an opportunity to nourish great ideas that may already exist in the collective intelligence of the campus. We propose a collaborative effort with the University. This will include time to create a vision and generate design ideas, and time to have meaningful dialogue between the design team and the University. We propose a highly visual process using sketches, models, and drawings that clearly communicate the design intent and development. Our goal is to provide an institution with a program and design concepts that invigorate the campus fabric, the academic, social and physical programs, and are environmentally responsible - strategically positioning the University for both current and future needs. Consider what are important relationships regarding these program elements + where they belong towards fostering your community. Highlight the three most important connections and the three least important. HANGING OUT Fireplace Bowing Alley FOOD Cafe Quad COFFEE Eatery Tent COMMUNICATION Stadium Cinemahanging out ATMOSPHERE Amphitheater Computer Lab CONNECTIONS Monitor Postercommunication SUPPORT Restaurant EXPRESSION Window Seating Hearth STORAGE On Stage In the Office At the Front Door Texting Screens Radio Station Event Room Meeting Room Hearth Basement Near Delivery In the Wallsconnections 49 |
WHY COMMENT ON WHY A RENAISSANCE OF YOUR CAMPUS CENTER WILL FOSTER COMMUNITY + HOW THESE ISSUES ARE IMPORTANT TO YOUR INSTITUTION.ARE YOU BUILDING? TELL YOUR STORY -- WHY (AND HOW) DO YOU REPRESENT... | 50 Your mission and values? Your heritage? Your potential for the future? IS IT IMPORTANT? “It is all the community - stupid!” Does everyone believe? Where is everyone safe and secure to reach beyond? How do you represent a culture of respect and learning? TO POSITION THE INSTITUTION Do you showcase your strengths? Do you support excellence in academic success? Do you support personal growth? TO CREATE A HUB OF STUDENT LIFE Do you meet the demands of student life? Do you support the traditional and non-traditional student? Do you support the spirit of a student? TO REPRESENT A GROUNDED INSTITUTION How do you balance needs and desires? How do you keep a “well-used” place fresh? Camps and conferences TO SUPPORT RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION Does your “vibe” appeal to potential students + faculty? Is this the most comfortable place to bring a gust? Do locals who were students continue to hang out? TO CREATE A CENTRAL PLACE OF INFORMATION How do you distribute information? What does your media say about your character? How do you prepare for the unknown?
WHO COMMENT ON WHO IS NECESSARY TO FOSTER YOUR COMMUNITY + HOW TO SUPPORT THE INHERENT QUALITIES OF WHO YOUR COMMUNITY IS? IF YOU BUILD, TO ENRICH YOUR LEARNING ENVIRONMENT...WILL THEY COME? Who is “the” community necessary “in person”? What type of gathering is critical? What defines a place as welcoming? FOR THE UNIVERSITY COMMUNITY Do you showcase that coming together is important? Will too many location dilute success? What aligns your mission and values? FOR THE STUDENT COMMUNITY What supports lasting bonds and relationships? Where are you best to “see and be seen”? Why can’t they get “online”? FOR THE LOCAL COMMUNITY Define unique services and retail Describe quality venues for programming Does this place foster the perception of the institution? TO PROVIDE ADDED VALUE What events support academic programs beyond curriculum? What events will use space in non-traditional ways? What will bring in the $$-camps, conferences? TO SUPPORT PROGRAMS Describe entertainment Describe important student services Describe your favorite gathering spaces TO PROVIDE A CONTINUUM What qualities support recruitment? What qualities support alumni engagement? Does your campus center enrich the campus fabric beyond? 51 |
KEAN UNIVERSITY KARL & HELEN BURGER GALLERY With a goal of providing opportunities for students the space together with cohesion and warmth. and faculty to appreciate and understand the The Burger Gallery’s multicultural initiative diversity of the world through art, the Karl & curates artistic works that fill the space with Helen Burger Gallery at Kean University’s Center culture—from Yoruban artifacts to abstract Latino for Academic Success needed a space that would paintings, from photography retrospectives to deliver. A transformative space for art that perspectives on global ice melt. The Burger Gallery connects cultures and peoples, KSS’s design is a microcosm of human discovery and expression, materializes transparency with clerestory windows sharing with Kean University students and faculty that bring in natural daylight. Selected floor-to- fresh perspectives and reshaping Kean students’ ceiling windows wash the space with indirect light connection with each other, and connection with perfect for viewing art, and the glossed floor pulls the world. Location: Union, New Jersey Size: 2,000 sf new construction Features: Gallery space Recognition: LEED Certification, U.S. Green Building Council, Honor Award, AIA New Jersey (Center for Academic Success)| 52
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PRINCETON UNIVERSITYOFFICE OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGYThe staff of Princeton University’s Office of personnel who were scattered throughout theinformation Technology had a long wish list for their campus under one roof in a building that fostersnew administrative building. Though they enjoyed collaboration in light-filled, open spaces. Thebeing a part of the exciting university atmosphere, flexibility of the design balances connectivity,their existing facilities were inadequate on both security and privacy, according to the users’ needs.the exterior and interior. They had termed theirconcrete and glass masonry block finishes as “1960s As the first Princeton building to be sitedriot architecture” and found their disorganized off-campus that is completely dedicated tointerior layout counterproductive. From the lack of administrative functions, it will become a new modelcollaborative work and meeting spaces to the poor for housing the university’s administrative services.interior environment, lighting and individual office Relocating staff to a new location just off campusdesks, the occupants were ready for a fresh start. made “change management” of crucial importance. KSS Architects led the change management processThe new administration building at 701 Carnegie by helping staff and people acclimate to the newCenter becomes the information/technology hub for site and by bringing the essence of the PrincetonPrinceton University and brings the administrative University into the new building.Location: Princeton, New Jersey Interior Designer: Sheila Nall, ASIDScope: Additions and RenovationsConstruction Cost: $24 millionYear Completed: 2009Size: 120,000 sfFeatures: Computer labs, Computer training spaces, Collaborative work spaces, Fitness center, CafeRecognition: LEED Gold Certification, U.S. Green Building Council
THOMAS JEFFERSON UNIVERSITYDEPARTMENT OF INFORMATION SERVICES & TECHNOLOGYThomas Jefferson University is blazing its path to KSS, melding input from the Jefferson IS&T teamthe future by creating a dedicated and customized and Epic Consultancy, came decision-ready to eachspace for its new Electronic Health Records Team— meeting, identifying efficiencies and streamliningyet to be hired, but already setting the tone for processes. The resulting designs and specificationsthe University’s technological advancement via are astute yet agile—a combination of multi-innovation and functionality, collaboration and disciplinary, open team areas and quiet, morecreativity. The 10,000 sf space in Philadelphia is personal spaces. A fluid, open floor plan that alsodesigned to accommodate multiple user groups and affords privacy. Specific program elements include aaccomplish many operational goals at once. Above all variety of conference and training rooms as well aselse, it must attract and retain the right personnel to huddle pods, hotel stations, a genius bar and café.staff the department—becoming a workplace of both Broad brush strokes paint a flexible, expressive workcomfort and inspiration. Driving the project ahead? space, awash in natural light, generating a tangibleThe ambitious seven-month time frame. sense of modern thought and deed to complement the department’s historic surroundings.Location: Philadelphia, PASize: 10,000 sf consolidation and expansionFeatures: Administrative offices, Open work stations, Executive office suites, Collaborative spaces
TECHXTECHX FOUNDRYInnovative Incubator for the Maker Industry. TechX brings ideas and their proprietors to life.From inception through production, frommentoring to marketing, Tech X is the largest With deep experience in centers for innovation,and most advanced ecosystem available for the learning environments and design for communitycommercialization of tech hardware innovations. building, KSS is partnering with TechX to makeConceived as a consortium of leading edge their Big Idea a reality. In addition to design andexperts and cutting edge technology, TechX programming of the prototype building, KSS isoffers members work space (office and industrial), also lending expertise in brand development andacademia (training, certification and coursework), identity, and the provision of marketing materialscommunity (events and expert guidance), and the to assist in fundraising efforts with investors.FabLab: access to millions of dollars of equipmentto design, prototype or make anything.Location: Northeast Region PrototypeSize: 80,000 sfFeatures: Meeting spaces, Production spaces, Flex office spaces
RUTGERS, THE STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW JERSEY HAHNE & CO. BUILDING ADAPTIVE REUSE The adaptive reuse of portions of the vacated partnerships are numerous, including charter schools, Hahne & Co. department store provides Rutgers county and city colleges, boys and girls clubs, the city University with a unique, mission-driven opportunity museum, and local professional artists. Ultimately, to strengthen its relationship with the community the center will become a beacon of diversity, of Newark and the State of New Jersey. The drawing together people of all ages, ethnicities, and development of this historic landmark as a center for occupations—utilizing the Arts as a common bond. the creation, exhibition, and conversation of Arts and Communications enhances the city’s “Arts Triangle”— For Rutgers University, as an anchor institution the downtown area under development to reignite in Newark, it is through the thoughtfully crafted the vibrancy of Newark’s city core. relationship between architecture and community that the fabric of its urban neighborhood will be Rutgers is developing approximately 38,594 sf of the strengthened and revitalized. A great place, such as 441,000 sf building as a distinctive, community-based the renovated and re-purposed Hahne & Co. Building, educational program that includes an art incubator, will not only bring a community of students and community media center, portrait studio, design neighbors together, but inspire it to do great things. consortium, and letterpress studio. Community4COMMUNITY ARTS CENTER 3ARTS INCUBATOR PORTRAIT STUDIOS DESIGN CONSORTIUM 2LECTURE Location: Newark, New Jersey Size: Approx. 38,594 sf Features: Art incubator, Community media center, Portrait studio, Design consortium, and Letterpress studio.| 64
15 WASHINGTON ARTS SPACE “15 Washington” stands 16 stories tall on displays, coffee breaks, and lunchtime food for Washington Park in Newark, New Jersey. For almost thought. Organically shaped tables and stackable 85 years the former American Insurance Building chairs enable a variety of communal and singular has been a symbol of pride and progress in the city settings. An abundance of daylight easily converts of “New Work.” Rutgers University, in keeping with to pinpoint theatrical lighting via the ceiling-hung its role as a world-class, urban, public research light grid designed to mesh with the historic university that is not just in Newark but of Newark, architecture while providing structure for lighting, is poised to carry forward the mantle of New Work, rigging, and even sculpture. by giving to the City a place for New Art—the historic yet re-defined space of the Great Hall within Rutgers University partners with the scholars, the renovated environs of “15 Washington.” artists, citizens, and students of Newark to offer a forum for artistic expression, fostering new dialogue An innovative, highly flexible arts events space, and understanding. “15 Washington” is where the Great Hall rises 30 feet to the ceiling and heritage meets innovation; where history is rich— uses expansive vision and creative modularity to and forward thinking, priceless. showcase performances and cross-curricular events from concert, dance, and theater to sculptural Location: Newark, New Jersey Size: Approx. 25,000 sf Features: Amphitheater, Flexible arts events space, Faculty lounge, Art library, Rehearsal rooms, Control booth and recording studio.| 66
AEROFARMSTURNING A CITY GREEN WITH URBAN AGRICULTUREAt 212 Rome Street in the Ironbound neighborhood KSS is designing the flagship headquarters forof Newark, New Jersey, growth is taking place. Aerofarms, and the aeroponic urban farm. TheAeroFarms is the reason for that growth. As a leader farm will be completed in phases, culminatingin urban agriculture, the company utilizes state-of- in three independent buildings. Building 1 willthe-art technology to grow leafy greens, herbs and be processing, shipping and receiving, and farmmicro greens in a process called “aeroponics”. In this related support areas; Building 2 will be comprisedprocess the seeds are placed on a cloth material of growing and cooling space and a laboratory;and placed onto 5’-0” growing trays where they are Building 3 will contain additional growing space,misted with nutrient rich water. The trays are placed germination, event space and corporate offices.on growing racks under integrated LED lighting. Oncethe seeds have germinated and reached maturity, the The facility will operate on a 24 hours a day, 7 daystrays are removed from the racks and taken by carts a week schedule. Local delivery of the produce willto the harvester. The harvesting machine removes occur 4 times a week to local food markets andthe greens from the cloth and packages the product restaurants throughout Newark.into plastic containers. From here, the greens arepackaged for shipment.Location: Newark, New JerseySize: 77,000 sf of renovation and additionFeatures: Processing area, Shipping and receiving, Farm related support and growing areas, Cooling space, Laboratory, Shop, Event space, Corporate office spaceAwards: PlanSmart NJ Economic Development Achievement Award
WHYY PUBLIC MEDIADORRANCE H. HAMILTON PUBLIC MEDIA COMMONSThe Hamilton Public Media Commons at WHYY programmable LED lighting that create colorful,presents exciting opportunities to educate dynamic displays reflective of ongoing activitycommunities about digital media while enlivening a inside—the first installation of this kind in themajor streetscape in Center City Philadelphia. The U.S. Cast stone finishes lead visitors inside to the7th Street corridor, utilitarian in form, previously “Portal,” an open reception space and video gallerycomprised parking lots and the backs of buildings. showcasing student work. A window on 7th StreetA solid and enclosed space, though fitting for the allows the public to view the programming insidestudio program, would have been counterproductive The Lincoln Financial Digital Education Studio forto the project’s mission of outreach. large-scale student productions.Through innovation and technology, KSS Architects The Public Media Commons has become a populardesigned a learning lab that addresses the project’s destination on the existing Technology Center’smultifaceted goals. Outside, the building skin is “Main Street,” an open public space that leads tocomposed of translucent white panels featuring major functions.Location: Philadelphia, PennsylvaniaSize: 7,500 sf new construction; 4,000 sf renovationFeatures: Digital production studio, Community center, Multipurpose space, Classrooms, Mural in partnership with the City of Philadelphia Mural Arts ProgramRecognition: American Institute of Architects New Jersey, Design Merit Award, 2010. First Place, 3form Best Installation Contest, 2010.
EMORY UNIVERSITY AND GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY THE LIBRARY SERVICE CENTER Thousands of items are added to the library The Library Service Center is a 55,000 sf structure collections of Emory University and Georgia Institute that includes a 21,000 sf Processing Center and of Technology each year. Premium space is limited, 34,000 sf Conditioned Book Archive Module. It will yet expectations and demand for materials remain hold approximately 3.75 million volumes, expanding high. Where can these compendia be housed, yet total capacity to 7.5 million volumes via a 34,000 still be readily accessible? The answer: high-capacity, sf second module. Technical specifications are climate controlled off-campus library storage. designed to meet FM Global Standards: the building features advanced temperature and humidity Located at Emory University’s Briarcliff Property control to maintain collections at 50 degrees or in Atlanta, Georgia, The Library Service Center is 30% RH, and includes a 250 sf Video Vault and a designed to be a state of the art, long-term climate 200 sf Blast Freezer. Construction is slated for controlled archive facility that will house the completion by October of 2015. Resource and combined library collections of Emory and Georgia knowledge sharing to begin soon thereafter. Tech. The goal of the facility, in addition to storage, preservation and archiving, is to improve use of the joint collection of resources for the students and faculty of both institutions. Location: Atlanta, Georgia Program: Library storage facility Size: 55,000 sf Completed Date: Est. October 2015 Features: Holds 3.75 million volumes, Advanced temperature control, Advanced humidity control, Video Vault, Cold Storage Vault, Blast Freezer| 72
TEAM PROFILE
PAMELA LUCAS REW FAIA KSS ARCHITECTS | PARTNERPROFESSIONAL MERITS Pam strives for architecture that reflects the history, place, and potential of each client and project. She brings a clear understanding of the dynamics ofAIA Design Awards, six projects in recognition of Design contemporary life and the value of ritual to every project. Her design sensitivity Excellence has helped the firm produce award-winning buildings that surpass client expectations. Pam balances the needs and desires of the many constituents in“Building for Ongoing Student Center Flexibility.” Academic an institution, administration, faculty, students, and the public. The result is a Impressions, Revitalizing your Student Life Facilities design that accommodates the client’s program in a uniquely expressive space. Conference. 2015. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE“Redefining the Master Plan in Tough Economic Times.” Urban Land. 2009. Cornell College, Thomas Commons Campus Center Cornell University, Olin Hall, Renovations“Coffee Cart or Cafe? Campus Center Decisions for Every Cornell University, Hughes Hall, Renovations Institution.” SCUP National Presentation. 2009. Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Renovations Drew University, Brothers College, Academic Building, Master Plan and Reno.“Walk this Way: The Campus Tour as a Master Planning Drew University, Ehinger University Center, Addition and Renovation Tool.” SCUP Mid-Atlantic Conference. 2009. Drew University, Campus Master Plan Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Scandling Campus Center, Addition and Renovation“Learning to Learn: An Institution Ensures the Success of an Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Stern Hall, Academic Building Academic Community” SCUP National Presentation. 2005. Institute for Advanced Study, School of Natural Sciences Bloomberg Hall, Add.and Reno. Kean University, Center for Academic Success, Academic Building“Blue Blazers, Green Building.” Eco-structure. 2005. Kean University, Eugene and Shelley Enlow Recital Hall, Renovation“In Harmony.” Contract. 2005. Kean University, Human Rights Institute, Addition“Building of Art Museum Design: Zimmerli Art Museum”. Kean University, Nancy Thompson Library, Addition and Renovation Kean University, Nathan Weiss College of Graduate Studies, Add. and Reno. Contents. 2000. Lafayette College, Dining Services Renovations“Montclair University Housing Master Plan.” SCUP Regional Lafayette College, Farinon Campus Center, Renovations Lafayette College, Marquis Hall, Renovations Conference. 1999. Lawrence University, Richard and Margot Warch Campus Center“Transforming Campus Housing: A Case Study of the Montclair State University, Student Housing Master Plan Ocean County College, William T. Hiering Science Building Montclair University Housing Master Plan.” ERAPPA Princeton University Press, Addition and Renovation Regional Conference. 1998. Rowan University, Rohrer College of Business Rutgers University, Biomedical Engineering Building Rutgers University, Newell Apartment Complex, Planning Study and Reno. Rutgers University, Zimmerli Art Museum, Dodge Collection Addition Seton Hall University, University Center and Admissions Stockton University, Campus Center University of Delaware, Alan P. Colburn Laboratory, Addition and Renovation University of Pennsylvania, Pennovation Center Virginia Commonwealth University, Academic Learning Commons Westminster Choir College of Rider University, Academic and Music Building Westminster Choir College of Rider University, Campus Master Plan EDUCATION Master of Architecture, University of Virginia Bachelor of Arts, High Honors, Hobart and William Smith Colleges| 76
EDMUND P. KLIMEK AIA, NCARB KSS ARCHITECTS | PARTNERPROFESSIONAL MERITS Ed’s passion is the Architecture of Commerce, designing places that bring people together in the grand endeavor of the economy. Working closely with clientsNational Association of Industrial and Office Properties (NAIOP) as both designer and trusted advisor, he has helped to create visionary placesUrban Land Institute for work and industry. Collaboration is the cornerstone of Ed’s architecturalArchitectural Consultant, LEED for Warehouse and approach. He thrives in leading larges complex teams through a process driven by a dedication to exceptional design that draws upon the unique skills of all Distribution Center; Adaptations Working Group, U.S. its members. Ed is an innovator in his field. His clients have invited him to Green Building Council speak at national corporate gatherings, he has been a frequent contributor at“Preserving Assets, Maximizing Investments.” SCUP national industry conferences, he has lectured at MIT and other higher education Southern Regional Conference, October 2015. institutions, and he has been a consultant to the United States Green Building“Green Industrial.” ARCHITECT Magazine, January 2011. Council. Ed has been a partner at KSS since 2000 and has over thirty years of“Empire Merchants North: Green Design for the End User.” experience. Development, Summer 2010.“Bringing Productivity Back to Brownfields.” New Jersey RELEVANT EXPERIENCE League of Municipalities, April 2009.“iPort 12: A Former Landfill Comes of Age.” Development, Burlington Coat Factory Stores, New Headquarters Summer 2008. Cabot Industrial Trust, Volkswagen of America,Inc., Regional Distribution Center“Greening of Industrial.” NAIOP’s Industrial Conference Cultech, Inc., U.S. Headquarters (I.con) presentation, Spring 2008. Emory Univeristy & Georgia Tech University, Library Service Center“New Distribution Center for Mercedes Proves Big can be Empire Merchants North, Corporate Headquarters and Distribution Center Beautiful.” Development, Summer 2004. Forsgate Industrial Partners, Coca-Cola Refreshments Distribution Facility, Forsgate Industrial Partners, Corporate OfficesACCREDITATION / LICENSURE Forsgate Industrial Partners, Hyundai Motor Corporation, Distribution Center, Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Scandling Campus Center, Add. and Reno.AIA Hobart and William Smith Colleges, Stern Hall, Academic BuildingNCARB Matrix Development Group, Bracco Diagnostics Inc., HeadquartersNJ, PA, GA, FL, IA, IL, SC, TX, ME Mercedes-Benz USA, LLC, New Parts Distribution Center New Jersey Economic Development Authority, Trenton Headquarters Panattoni Development Company, P/A Associates, iPort 12 Princeton University, 701 Carnegie Center, Off-Campus Administration Building Princeton University, West College Admissions Department, Renovation Prologis, Cranbury Business Park, Buildings 1- 8 Prologis, Elizabeth Seaport Business Park Prologis, I-78 Distribution Center Prologis, Liberty Logistics Center Prologis, Portview Commerce Center Research Collections and Preservation Consortium (ReCAP), Book Storage Facility The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, West Quad Academic Building Rider University, Memorial Hall, Addition and Renovation Rutgers University, Public Safety Building, Hazardous Waste Laboratory Somerset Tire Service, Corporate Headquarters and Distribution Center Teva Pharmaceuticals USA, Distribution Campus The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey, West Quad Academic Building Westminster Choir College of Rider University, Erdman Hall Renovation W.W. Grainger, Zone Distribution Center EDUCATION Bachelor of Architecture, University of Detroit
MERILEE MEACOCK AIA, PP, LEED AP KSS ARCHITECTS | PARTNERPROFESSIONAL MERITS Merilee is a design leader in the education community. She has assisted large and small organizations find new building sites, made recommendations for“Community Revitalization: The Restorative Properties of planning new campuses, and designed improvements to make current buildings Schools,” Planning for Higher Education Journal. Vol. 43 more functional and dynamic. An excellent communicator, she often organizes Num. 4, July-September 2015. and leads a team approach to the design and construction of buildings and campuses. Her broad-minded yet pragmatic ideas pave the way to handle“Across the Generations: Addressing the Elephants Still challenges related to the planning, design, and construction of many project in the Room,” Panelist: Groundbreaking Women in types adeptly. She helps clients realize their highest potential by creating a Construction, 2015 legacy of places that is inspirational, comfortable and functional for all.AIA-New Jersey, Architect of the Year, 2014 RELEVANT EXPERIENCENJBIZ 50 Best Women in Business, Honoree, 2012.“Bringing Education into the Mix.” School Construction Bancroft Neurohealth, South Jersey Campus Relocation Build with Purpose, Golden Door Charter School News. 2010. Build with Purpose, Obama Green Charter School“Transforming Lives and Communities: Successful Planning Canyon-Agassi Charter School Facilities Fund, KIPP Philadelphia, KIPP Strategies for Starting a Charter School.” National Philadelphia Elementary Academy, Addition and Renovation Alliance for Public Charter Schools conference. 2009. Civic Builders, Hyde Leadership Charter High School“The Good Neighbor: Looking to Mission-Based Initiatives to Cranbury K-8 School, Gymnasium, Classrooms and Entry, Addition and Renovation Develop Programs for the Future.” SCUP Mid Atlantic. 2008. Eden Autism Services, Eden Institute, Special Needs School“How Design Works for You.” http://howdesignworks.aia. Gottesman RTW Academy, Addition and Renovations org/casestudy-school.asp. Kean University, Human Rights Institute, AdditionYoung Architect of the Year, AIA New Jersey, 2003 New Jersey City University, University Academy Charter High SchoolArchitectural Consultant, LEED for Schools; National New Jersey City University, West Campus Master Plan Committee, U.S. Green Building Council New Jersey City University, West Side Theatre, RenovationPrinceton Future New Jersey Schools Development Authority, Barnegat Board of Education,Chair, Zoning Board, Cranbury Township Lillian M. Dunfee Elementary School Princeton University Press, Addition, Renovation, and Feasibility Study RBH Group, AeroFarms RBH Group, Teachers Village, Chen School RBH Group, Teachers Village, Discovery Charter School RBH Group, Teachers Village, Great Oaks Charter School RBH Group, Teachers Village, TEAM Charter Schools, SPARK Academy Rutgers University, 15 Washington Arts Space Rutgers University, Biomedical Engineering Building Rutgers University, Hahne & Co. Building Adaptive Reuse TEAM Charter Schools, Newark Collegiate Academy The Calais School, Addition and Renovation The Harmony Schools, Daycare Center The Mathematics, Civics and Sciences Charter School, Renovation & Addition Uncommon Schools, North Star Academy Hazelwood Campus, Vailsburg Widener Partnership, Charter School EDUCATION Bachelor of Architecture and Bachelor of Science, The Pennsylvania State University
PROFESSIONAL MERITS PETAR MATTIONI AIA, LEED APACE Mentor Program Volunteer KSS ARCHITECTS | PRINCIPALInfill Philadelphia: Food Access. Community Design Petar has a practical design methodology that balances design with client objectives, technical coordination, and effective project execution. His Collaborative Volunteer dedication and careful observations enhance his design abilities. Petar strives to be involved in all aspects of the planning process and excels in conducting research and analysis in the initial stages of design and documentation. His thoroughness has enabled him to excel in all phases of projects, including programming, code research, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and construction administration. An active member of the Philadelphia community, Petar works with several non-profit organizations, including the ACE (Architecture, Construction and Engineering) Mentor Program, which introduces high school students to careers in the building and design industries. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE A. Harry Moore School, Special Needs School, Relocation and Feasibility Study Cornell College, Thomas Commons Campus Center, Addition and Renovation Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Addition and Renovation Cranbury K-8 School, Gymnasium, Classrooms and Entry, Add. and Reno. Drew University, Ehinger University Center, Addition and Renovation Drew University, Land Use Master Plan Kean University, Center for Academic Success, Academic Building Kean University, Eugene and Shelley Enlow Recital Hall, Renovation Kean University, Wilkins Theatre, Addition and Renovation Lafayette College, Dining Services Renovations Mack-Cali Realty Corporation, Princeton Forrestal Village, Master Plan Montville Township, Public Safety Building New Jersey City University, University Academy Charter High School New Jersey City University, West Campus Redevelopment Master Plan Princeton University Press, Addition and Renovation Randolph Public Library, Feasibility Study Rutgers University, Biomedical Engineering Building Seton Hall University, University Center and Admissions The Calais School, Addition and Renovation Stockton University, Campus Center University of Pennsylvania, Pennovation Center Virginia Commonwealth University, University Learning Center Westminster Choir College of Rider University, Campus Master Plan WHYY Public Media, Dorrance H. Hamilton Public Media Commons EDUCATION Bachelor of Architecture, Magna Cum Laude, Syracuse University 79 |
BENJAMIN “J.” SHERMETA AIA, LEED AP KSS ARCHITECTS | ASSOCIATEPROFESSIONAL MERITS J. has a broad range of project experience that includes residential, commercial and institutional work. Currently managing several higher education“Impact of Flipped Classrooms.” ERRAPA Conference projects, he enjoys collaborating with clients and consultants. His ability to Presentation. September 2014 move projects forward derives from his dedication and initiative to finding sensible and long-term solutions. His collaboration with artists for the designContext, AIA Philadelphia Chapter. Recent Work. January 2007 and construction of a site-specific installation at the Morris Arboretum inPhilly Weekly. Out of Their Trees. June 2006 Philadelphia received an AIA Merit Award and was published in American Craft.American Craft. New Landscapes. December 2006 J. is a visiting critic at Philadelphia University and Drexel University. He has taught design studios at Philadelphia University and enjoys helping students develop an understanding of our profession. J. has two children and is an active member in the planning committee at Greene Street Friends School, a Friends K-8 school in Germantown. RELEVANT EXPERIENCE Cornell University, Law School, Addition and Renovation Cornell University, Law School, MacDonald Moot Court Room, Renovation Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Classroom and Lecture Hall Renovations Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, East Ave. Entry and Infill Project Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Food Lab Feasibility Study Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Masterplan Cornell University, School of Hotel Administration, Tower Project, Add. and Reno. Drexel University, Arnold T. Berman Lobby and Mezzanine Ferris State University, University Center, Addition and Renovation Kean University, Wilkins Theatre, Addition and Renovation Lafayette College, Dining Hall Renovations Lafayette College, Film and Media Studies Building Lafayette College, Ramer History House, Renovation of Fraternity House for History Department Lawrence University, Warch Campus Center Princeton University, Fine Hall Library, Geographic Information Systems (GIS) Center Princeton University, Grounds and Building Support Area Princeton University, West Windsor Maintenance Yard Rowan University, Rohrer College of Business The Morris Arboretum of the University of Pennsylvania, Metasequoia Viewing Structure University of Pennsylvania, Moore School, Renovation Villanova University, CEER Visioning Study EDUCATION Masters of Architecture, University of California, Berkeley Bachelors of Arts, Vanderbilt University| 80
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