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M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal — Pennsylvania — September 2023 — 9B
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Reno partners include: MidAtlantic Construction, and Bala Engineering Meyer completes expansion of Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club in Fort Washington, PA F ORT WASHINGTON, PA — Meyer , a na- tional award-winning
architecture and design firm, announced the completion of the new bar and lounge at Manufacturers’ Golf & Coun- try Club in Fort Washington, Pennsylvania. Designed in the club’s classic manor-house style, this updated space pre- serves the timeless character of one of the region’s most revered golf courses in a mod- ern expansion that celebrates Manufacturer’s enduring commitment to hospitality, fellowship and charm. The 5,860 s/f building incor- porates an elegant all-glass exterior to compliment the club’s original façade of local Wissahickon schist stone. Inside, the innovative solar folding-glass system doubles as an elegant backdrop for a state-of-the-art, two-story bar, which features enhanced dining and outdoor patio space overlooking the sweep- ing fairways below. PHILADELPHIA, PA — Global law firm Goodwin announced that it has signed a lease as a lead tenant at 3025 JFK Blvd in Schuylkill Yards, a master-planned neighbor- hood in the heart of Philadel- phia’s University City. The firm will relocate from its current space at One Com- merce Square in early 2024. The move follows Goodwin’s launch in Philadelphia in January with a premier group of Life Sciences, Healthcare, Private Equity, and Complex Litigation & Dispute Resolu- tion practitioners. “Goodwin’s strategy of serv- ing clients within the health- care, life sciences, private equity, real estate, technology, and financial services sectors, and where they converge, has resonated loud and clear in the Philadelphia market,” said Barbara Shander and Rachael Bushey , co-chairs of Goodwin’s Philadelphia office.
Manufacturers’ Golf & Country Club
“The guiding principle be- hind this stunning renova- tion was that less is more,” said Meyer principal George Wilson, AIA, NCARB . “We wanted to design an updated gathering space that honors Manufacturer’s rich history and highlights the natural beauty of the club.” Meyer provided comprehen- sive architecture and interior design services for the project and worked closely with its partners, construction man- ager MidAtlantic Construc-
The Meyer team, led by Wil- son, also included project man- ager Eiman Alhassani and Architectural Designers Danielle Carter, WELL AP and Sam Turner . Meyer, which launched a new brand identity and website earlier this month, is a nation- ally recognized leader with a full-service approach designed to support and empower clients throughout the project lifecycle. The firm has led a number of high-profile renovation projects from coast to coast. MAREJ Yards will ultimately deliver 6.5 acres of vibrant parks, 1.5 million s/f of living space, 3.9 million s/f of dynamic life science and office spaces, and 65,000 s/f of experiential retail. "Goodwin plays a vital role in connecting capital with in- novation. We’re delighted to welcome this forward - think- ing firm to our Schuylkill Yards community, a place designed for people and busi- nesses to connect, grow, and thrive at the nexus of Uni- versity City’s flourishing life sciences hub and the economic district in Center City,” said Jerry Sweeney , president and CEO of Brandywine Real- ty Trust. “Goodwin’s decision to expand their presence in the Philadelphia market and plant their flag in Schuylkill Yards signals the strength of our city’s life science ecosystem and the value of being in the heart of it.” MAREJ
installed fireplaces on the building’s first floor. “Meyer worked with us to seamlessly blend more than 100 years of history with a modern and innovative design that best serves our members’ needs,” said Gregory D’Alonzo, general manager and chief operating officer of Manufac- turers’ Golf & Country Club. “Meyer’s vision, professional- ism and attention to detail exceeded our expectations, and we were proud to partner with them on this incredible project.” innovation, and for the benefit of our talent – our lawyers and business professionals – who will have a modern, collab- orative, and innovative office space to call their home base.” Goodwin’s new space en- compasses 31,500 s/f of the entire eighth floor and a por- tion of the seventh floor at 3025 JFK Blvd., otherwise known as the West Tower. The 28-story mixed-use property offers 200,000 s/f of workspace, a 29,000 s/f indoor-outdoor amenity floor, 18 floors of luxury residential, 9,000 s/f of ground-floor retail, and the newly completed High Line Park. The building is the first ground-up project to be com- pleted in Schuylkill Yards, a 14-acre transit-oriented neigh- borhood master-planned and developed by Brandywine Realty Trust in partnership with Drexel University . Located adjacent to Amtrak’s 30th Street Station, Schuylkill
tion, Ehret Construction Consulting & Club Adviso- ry Services, and Engineers Kupper Engineering, Bala Engineering, and Wood- row & Associates, through- out the renovation. In addition to the expanded bar setting, the renovation also included a new grill area, fire pits, pavers and outdoor lighting. The interior also features a new wine room with wine lockers, as well as all-new lighting, finishes and millwork surrounding freshly
Goodwin expands presence in Philadelphia, signs lease in Schuylkill Yards development by Brandywine Realty
3025 JFK Blvd. rendering
“With the move to 3025 JFK Blvd, we are expanding our footprint in the city for the
benefit of our current and fu- ture clients doing business at the intersection of capital and
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