In recent months, two notable events on sustainable design and construction took place in Philadelphia. You may have heard about one, even attended yourself. Greenbuild® is the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC®) annual convention which draws approximately 30,000 attendees yearly from around the world, and it was at our own Convention Center this year. The…
A Welcoming Lobby for Magee Rehabilitation Hospital
CMA recently finished a complete renovation of the Magee Rehabilitation Hospital Main Lobby. A more modern, attractive hospitality environment was created for patients, visitors and workers. New ceilings and soffits absorb sound while new lighting provides brightness. New windows allow more daylight into the space and natural stone, wall coverings, and a custom designed wood…
Wake Up and Vegetate
Drexel University is continually striving to provide innovative dining experiences for students by tailoring offerings to the student population. To meet the demand of health conscious and vegetarian students, Drexel offers Vegetate. Located within Chestnut Square, a dynamic hub of retail, residential, and academic life in the heart of the main campus, Vegetate is a vegetarian…
Careful Programming Cooperation Leads to Successful Medical Space
Cooper Advanced Care Center, Department of Medicine Cooper University Hospital – Camden, NJ Cooper University Hospital approached Charles Matsinger Associates with a challenge for the architectural and engineering team which they faced as well; the hospital was moving toward a new medical program paradigm and there were no precedents for the functional design. The program,…
2013 CMAGreen Survey Results
Recently, Charles Matsinger Associates surveyed our clients on their opinions and attitudes on sustainable design. We are truly grateful for the high volume of responses we received. Your answers provide us a basis from which to evolve the ever-growing practice and knowledge of CMAGreen. The following is a brief summary of the survey results. Who Responded The…
Back to School for Thomas Jefferson University
Charles Matsinger Associates recently completed this 8 story renovation to the Martin Residence Hall at Thomas Jefferson University, located at 11th and Walnut streets in Philadelphia, PA. The university retained CMA to upgrade the student hub by giving it a modernized look and making the space more appealing to occupants. Student sleeping quarters, which occupy the…
Designing With Care: Inpatient Spaces
Charles Matsinger Associates has been designing Healthcare Facilities for close to three decades. We strive to ensure that our clients, as well as those utilizing their facilities continue to be delighted and supported by their environment long after our involvement. We have designed various types of inpatient care spaces ranging from OR Suites, Emergency Rooms,…
Navigating Code Issues
Successful navigation of applicable codes is critical in project management. Familiarity with building codes, accessibility laws and the review process can make all the difference in achieving project success and help to avoid any risk of harming the client-architect relationship. At Charles Matsinger Associates, we stay current with code updates and use various methods to…
Concerned About the Impact Buildings Have on the Natural Environment and Our Health?
Concerned about the impact buildings have on the natural environment and our health? Most clients believe in sustainable design, but their needs and desired levels of sustainability can vary greatly. Charles Matsinger Associates’ Green division provides the resources our clients need to achieve a building they can be proud of whether it’s LEED Platinum, Green Globe Certified…
Reconstructive Orthopedics Opens New Facility at the Virtua Health & Wellness Center – Moorestown, NJ
At Reconstructive Orthopedics’ new 13,800 sf facility at the Virtua Health & Wellness Center – Moorestown, the Charles Matsinger Associates design team met the challenge of marrying the Client’s complex program to a uniquely shaped tenant area.
Expansion Continues at Charles Matsinger Associates
Charles Matsinger Associates announces the addition of Brian Kessler, Project Architect, to our team. A Syracuse University graduate, Brian holds a Bachelors Degree in Architecture and has over 7 years experience in the field. His areas of expertise range from Healthcare and Medical Research Laboratories to Higher Education. Brian also brings expert level Revit experience and looks…
PNC 10th & South: Construction Complete
PNC Bank at 10th & South Streets in Philadelphia is officially open for business after construction completed in January of this year. PNC called on the expertise of Charles Matsinger Associates to provide a fit out of an existing ground floor space and a one story addition to create the new bank branch.
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