Architecture
Garden View Addition
The typical Philadelphia row home is long and narrow, with daylight entering from the front and back of the home through limited openings. The objective for this project was to increase natural light and natural ventilation at the rear of the home while taking advantage of the view to the garden. Our design achieves this with a gently sloping, wood clad ceiling that overhangs an 11×11 ft operable glass wall facing the garden. Two punched openings bring additional light in from either side to reduce glare. A polished and densified concrete radiant floor provides thermal comfort and a visual compliment to the warmth of the cedar cladding inside and out. The vegetated roof enhances storm water quality while providing an elevated garden feature viewed from the floors above.
Garden View Addition
The typical Philadelphia row home is long and narrow, with daylight entering from the front and back of the home through limited openings. The objective for this project was to increase natural light and natural ventilation at the rear of the home while taking advantage of the view to the garden. Our design achieves this with a gently sloping, wood clad ceiling that overhangs an 11×11 ft operable glass wall facing the garden. Two punched openings bring additional light in from either side to reduce glare. A polished and densified concrete radiant floor provides thermal comfort and a visual compliment to the warmth of the cedar cladding inside and out. The vegetated roof enhances storm water quality while providing an elevated garden feature viewed from the floors above.
Project Details
Completed 2019
Residential, Alteration
Building Systems Design
Project Location
East Falls, Philadelphia, PA
Collaborators
Co-Craft Design Workshop
The Farmstead
This newly constructed home sits on 16 acres of farmland at the bottom of a sprawling hillside in Chester County. Originally completed in 2008, the home features a passive solar design with narrow floor plates reminiscent of tradition farmhouses in the area. In 2010 we were asked to design an en suite addition above the garage with a steel platform widows walk where the owner enjoys the view of the adjacent countryside.
The building massing is broken into several smaller volumes, grouped along a central axis to reduce the scale of the structure. The exterior is clad with locally sourced cypress siding and reclaimed stone from a local barn deconstruction. The building systems include geothermal heating and cooling, building mounted solar array, concrete radiant floors.
Project Details
Completed 2010
Residential, New construction
Building Systems Design
Project Location
West Chester, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Boss Enterprises
Daedalus Design Build
FX Browne
Ann Rothmann Structural Engineering
Bill Curran Design
The Farmstead
This newly constructed home sits on 16 acres of farmland at the bottom of a sprawling hillside in Chester County. Originally completed in 2008, the home features a passive solar design with narrow floor plates reminiscent of tradition farmhouses in the area. In 2010 we were asked to design an en suite addition above the garage with a steel platform widows walk where the owner enjoys the view of the adjacent countryside.
The building massing is broken into several smaller volumes, grouped along a central axis to reduce the scale of the structure. The exterior is clad with locally sourced cypress siding and reclaimed stone from a local barn deconstruction. The building systems include geothermal heating and cooling, building mounted solar array, concrete radiant floors.
Sky View Suite
Originally constructed in 1914, this Philadelphia row house had several layers of interior renovations which led to an eclectic mix of inefficient spaces. The unifying idea for this primary suite renovation, consisting of a bedroom, an office, and a bathroom; was to remove those layers and emphasize the original structure with minimal new intervention.
The plaster ceilings were removed to expose the roof framing providing ceiling heights up to 14 feet. Five skylights were introduced to provide daylight and natural ventilation as well as create a connection to the sky. The minimalist material palette of the new work allows the raw finish of the existing wood floors, framing, and roof decking to define the character of the space.
Project Details
Completed 2019
Residential, Renovation
Building Systems Design
Project Location
East Falls, Philadelphia, PA
Collaborators
Co-Craft Design Workshop
Originally constructed in 1914, this Philadelphia row house had several layers of interior renovations which led to an eclectic mix of inefficient spaces. The unifying idea for this primary suite renovation, consisting of a bedroom, an office, and a bathroom; was to remove those layers and emphasize the original structure with minimal new intervention.
The plaster ceilings were removed to expose the roof framing providing ceiling heights up to 14 feet. Five skylights were introduced to provide daylight and natural ventilation as well as create a connection to the sky. The minimalist material palette of the new work allows the raw finish of the existing wood floors, framing, and roof decking to define the character of the space.
Urban Retail
Urban Retail
This hybrid retail / coffee shop / cafe environment was the result when we were asked to create the architectural brand for the United by Blue headquarters in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia.
The design creates the atmosphere of a wilderness retreat within the tenant interior through the use of salvaged wood ceilings, walls, and floors; which stand in stark contrast to the existing concrete and glass of the base building construction.
The space was designed to accommodate a variety of programs beyond the retail experience, including training workshops, arts & craft events, and live music.
Project Details
Completed 2018
Retail, Tenant Interior
LEED Platinum
Project Location
Old City, Philadelphia, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Osborne Construction
Chestnut Engineering
This hybrid retail / coffee shop / cafe environment was the result when we were asked to create the architectural brand for the United by Blue headquarters in the Old City neighborhood of Philadelphia.
The design creates the atmosphere of a wilderness retreat within the tenant interior through the use of salvaged wood ceilings, walls, and floors; which stand in stark contrast to the existing concrete and glass of the base building construction.
The space was designed to accommodate a variety of programs beyond the retail experience, including training workshops, arts & craft events, and live music.
The Loft
We were initially engaged by this client to assist them in finding a suitable loft space to renovate as they were planning to move back to Philadelphia from Hawaii. The scope of work included a complete renovation of the condo interior, including the thermal envelope and mechanical systems. New skylights were added to bring in additional daylight and natural ventilation to balance that of the existing north facade. The clean lines of the architecture and minimalist material palette are punctuated with accents of brick texture and reclaimed wood floors, allowing it to recede and become a backdrop for the clients extensive art and book collection.
Project Details
Completed 2019
Residential, Alteration
Building Systems Design
Project Location
Old City, Philadelphia, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Daedalus Design Build
Larsen & Landis
The Loft
We were initially engaged by this client to assist them in finding a suitable loft space to renovate as they were planning to move back to Philadelphia from Hawaii. The scope of work included a complete renovation of the condo interior, including the thermal envelope and mechanical systems. New skylights were added to bring in additional daylight and natural ventilation to balance that of the existing north facade. The clean lines of the architecture and minimalist material palette are punctuated with accents of brick texture and reclaimed wood floors, allowing it to recede and become a backdrop for the clients extensive art and book collection.
Sauna Suite
This sauna suite was part of a vertical expansion to an existing row home in South Philadelphia. Due to zoning requirements, the third floor had originally been set back from the street 10 ft, creating an awkwardly small third floor bedroom. Working with the neighborhood association and the city of Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustment, we received a variance to expand the third floor to the front street line.
With the full floor plate available, we were able to provide a functional primary bedroom suite with walk in sauna. The wood slat ceiling made from teak features integrated LED lighting and allows moisture vapor to accumulate in the plenum above where it is removed by the mechanical exhaust system.
Sauna Suite
This sauna suite was part of a vertical expansion to an existing row home in South Philadelphia. Due to zoning requirements, the third floor had originally been set back from the street 10 ft, creating an awkwardly small third floor bedroom. Working with the neighborhood association and the city of Philadelphia Zoning Board of Adjustment, we received a variance to expand the third floor to the front street line.
With the full floor plate available, we were able to provide a functional primary bedroom suite with walk in sauna. The wood slat ceiling made from teak features integrated LED lighting and allows moisture vapor to accumulate in the plenum above where it is removed by the mechanical exhaust system.
Project Details
Completed 2019
Residential, Alteration
Building Systems Design
Project Location
Kimball St, Philadelphia, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Daedalus Design Build
Larsen & Landis
The Shed
Located at the edge of the Musconetcong River in Asbury, NJ; this former storage shed was part of the Asbury Carbon mill complex. In the mid 2000’s it was donated to the Musconetcong Watershed Association who tasked us with converting it into their headquarters for their watershed restoration operations. Our design emphasizes the symmetry of the existing structure with the placement of new fenestration, and features a simple material palette of historically appropriate lime render and locally sourced red oak. A photovolatic array located above the trellis shades the south facing glass and deck, creating a sheltered space with views over the native landscape installation, watershed and river.
Project Details
Completed 2009
Commercial, Adaptive Reuse
LEED Platinum
Project Location
Asbury, NJ
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
M&E Engineers
Ann Rothmann Structural Engineering
Engineering & Land Planning Associates
The Shed
Located at the edge of the Musconetcong River in Asbury, NJ; this former storage shed was part of the Asbury Carbon mill complex. In the mid 2000’s it was donated to the Musconetcong Watershed Association who tasked us with converting it into their headquarters for their watershed restoration operations. Our design emphasizes the symmetry of the existing structure with the placement of new fenestration, and features a simple material palette of historically appropriate lime render and locally sourced red oak. A photovolatic array located above the trellis shades the south facing glass and deck, creating a sheltered space with views over the native landscape installation, watershed and river.
Metamorphosis
This project started as a partially demolished ranch style home attached to an en suite where the client’s family was currently living. The cosmetic issues were compounded by water infiltration in the basement due to the site location at the base of hill. Careful measures to remediate the water issues were undertaken, and the basement was then thermally separated from the rest of the home.
New work included a vertical expansion to add a second floor, exterior insulation and finishes with Passive House detailing, and new building systems throughout. Building fenestration was altered to increase daylight and enhance views / access to the wooded areas surrounding the home. The interior material palette is subtle, with select defining features such as large format porcelain tiles, white oak flooring, and glass guard rails.
Metamorphosis
This project started as a partially demolished ranch style home attached to an en suite where the client’s family was currently living. The cosmetic issues were compounded by water infiltration in the basement due to the site location at the base of hill. Careful measures to remediate the water issues were undertaken, and the basement was then thermally separated from the rest of the home.
New work included a vertical expansion to add a second floor, exterior insulation and finishes with Passive House detailing, and new building systems throughout. Building fenestration was altered to increase daylight and enhance views / access to the wooded areas surrounding the home. The interior material palette is subtle, with select defining features such as large format porcelain tiles, white oak flooring, and glass guard rails.
Project Details
Completed 2019
Residential, Alteration
Building Systems Design
Project Location
Newtown, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Larson & Landis
Okinpivot
Vastardis Consulting Engineers
Tadpole Pond
This renovation project expands on the existing building footprint which was preserved to grandfather in a non-conforming zoning condition. The existing structure was raised to grade, and a new energy efficient home was constructed from this base. The second floor is suspended from a warren truss in the roof line to preserve a column-free first floor plan for the kitchen, dining, living and sitting areas. A two story addition encloses the vertical circulation and functions as the transition to the single story primary suite and indoor pool areas. The design features a central circulation hub to create a threshold from public to private areas, defined by large glazed openings that take advantage of the generous views over the man made pond to the landscape beyond.
Project Details
Completed 2014
Residential, Addition / Alteration
Building Systems Design
Project Location
Wayne, PA
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Boss Enterprises
FX Browne
Think Green
Tadpole Pond
This renovation project expands on the existing building footprint which was preserved to grandfather in a non-conforming zoning condition. The existing structure was raised to grade, and a new energy efficient home was constructed from this base. The second floor is suspended from a warren truss in the roof line to preserve a column-free first floor plan for the kitchen, dining, living and sitting areas. A two story addition encloses the vertical circulation and functions as the transition to the single story primary suite and indoor pool areas. The design features a central circulation hub to create a threshold from public to private areas, defined by large glazed openings that take advantage of the generous views over the man made pond to the landscape beyond.
The Mill
This historic mill built in the 1860’s sits at a prominent location at the edge of the Musconetcong River in Asbury, NJ. As a historic landmark on the National Register of Historic Places, this site is significant to the cultural heritage of the region.
Our work on this project has spanned decades, starting with a weatherization and stabilization phase to prevent further degradation of the structure. Future plans for the mill include museum space for cultural artifacts of both the grist mill and the Native American population that existed in the area prior to European settlement.
In addition to our Architectural work, we played a significant grant support role at both the state and federal levels that resulted in over $1 million in public financing for the project.
The Mill
This historic mill built in the 1860’s sits at a prominent location at the edge of the Musconetcong River in Asbury, NJ. As a historic landmark on the National Register of Historic Places, this site is significant to the cultural heritage of the region. Our work on this project has spanned decades, starting with a weatherization and stabilization phase to prevent further degradation of the structure. Future plans for the mill include museum space for cultural artifacts of both the grist mill and the Native American population that existed in the area prior to European settlement.
In addition to our Architectural work, we played a significant grant support role at both the state and federal levels that resulted in over $1 million in public financing for the project.
Project Details
Completed 2018
Historic Preservation
Master Planning
Adaptive Reuse
Grant Support
Project Location
Asbury, NJ
Collaborators
Mike Cronomiz with Re:Vision Architecture
Windward Consulting
Chestnut Engineering
Keast & Hood
Engineering & Land Planning Associates
The Homestead
Stewardship of the land is important.
This farm property dating back to 1744, has been permanently preserved in a conservation easement with the Greater Worcester Land Trust as part of their initiative to promote the protection, stewardship, and appreciation of open space, and to enhance the quality of life and functioning of natural systems.
Our mission with this project is to develop and implement a master plan aligned with the goals of the land trust, exploring methods of regenerative agricultural practices and net zero energy and net zero water systems.
With the proper stewardship, this property will continue to be resilient and thrive for the next 280 years; and we are grateful to be part of that mission.
The Homestead
Stewardship of the land is important.
This farm property dating back to 1744, has been permanently preserved in a conservation easement with the Greater Worcester Land Trust as part of their initiative to promote the protection, stewardship, and appreciation of open space, and to enhance the quality of life and functioning of natural systems.
Our mission with this project is to develop and implement a master plan aligned with the goals of the land trust, exploring methods of regenerative agricultural practices and net zero energy and net zero water systems.
With the proper stewardship, this property will continue to be resilient and thrive for the next 280 years; and we are grateful to be part of that mission.
Project Details
Master Planning
Project Location
Lansdale, PA
Collaborators
Co-Craft Design Workshop
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