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M id A tlantic Real Estate Journal — Pennsylvania — June 2024 — 9B

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Earth Engineering & Barry Isett & Associates served on project team of the 39,000 s/f facility O’Donnell & Naccarato celebrates completion of Elmwood Park Zoo Animal Hospital/welcome center

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O&N worked alongside Charles Cross Architec- ture , which served as the lead architect on the project. Barry Isett & Associates provided mechanical, electrical and plumbing services; Apex De- sign served as civil engineer; Earth Engineering per- formed geotechnical work; and INTECH Construction served as general contractor. O&N has provided struc- tural engineering services for several specialty projects throughout the US, including the three-acre Soundscape Park & ExoStage adjacent to the Frank Gehry-designed New World Center symphony hall in Miami Beach, FL. The firm’s other projects in- clude a new wellness center for the Humane Society for Hamilton County in Fishers, Indiana and the production studio for Royal Caribbean, and Celebrity. MAREJ can look forward to a rooftop patio offering panoramic views of Center City, an inviting in- terior courtyard featuring grill stations, fireplaces, pergolas, and an outdoor living room for dining and relaxation, as well as an outdoor pool and multipurpose path seamlessly connecting to City Avenue and nearby Cynwyd Heritage Trail. “We are thrilled to celebrate the groundbreaking of another redevelopment within Federal Realty’s Philadelphia portfolio and contribute to the growth of City Ave.,” said Kari Glinski , VP of asset management at Fed- eral Realty Investment Trust. Architectural services for the project were provided by Bernardon in collaboration with Bohler , who oversaw civil engineering design and permitting services. Studio39 served as the landscape archi- tect, while MSA Interiors led project interior design efforts. CBG serves as the construction partner. MAREJ

ORRISTOWN, PA — O’Donnell & Nac- carato (O&N) cel-

ebrated the completion of the Elmwood Park Zoo’s brand new, 39,000 s/f animal hospi- tal and welcome center. The project’s completion, which coincides with the zoo’s 100- year anniversary, is part of a three-phase plan to transform the beloved Philadelphia-area landmark into a world-class zoological institution and ex- pand its 38-acre footprint. O&N provided structural engineering design services for the three-story building, which houses the 17,000 s/f Frank & Paige Engro Veteri- nary Health Center, complete with a state-of-the-art surgical suite, diagnostic lab, indoor and outdoor recovery wards, and in-house pharmacy. The facility also includes 8,000 s/f of new administrative space above a beautifully reimagined PHILADELPHIA, PA — Federal Realty Investment Trust announced the ground- breaking of the second residen- tial phase of Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue. This milestone marks a significant phase in the ongoing revitalization of City Avenue, reinforcing Fed- eral Realty’s dedication to fos- tering growth and community enhancement in the region. Situated on City Avenue between Belmont Ave. and Conshohocken State Rd., Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue stands as a premier destina- tion for shopping and dining, recently reinvigorated with a comprehensive façade and streetscape renovation. The forthcoming development will include 217 residential units above 16,000 s/f of retail space on the site of the former Lord & Taylor building, further so- lidifying Federal Realty’s total investment in the shopping cen- ter, which is set to reach nearly $170 million upon completion.

Elmwood Park Zoo welcome center effort,” said Anthony Nacca- rato, PE, SE, F. ASCE ., chair- man & CEO of O&N. “With this incredible new facility, the Elm- wood Park Zoo will continue to serve as a leading educational and cultural destination for its

entrance plaza featuring new ticket windows, rest areas, and gift shop. “As a longtime supporter of the Elmwood Park Zoo, O&N is proud to contribute to this once-in-a-lifetime revitalization

next 100 years.” The building’s primary structural system utilizes composite steel-floor framing, steel braced frames, shal- low foundations, and a steel- framed roof structure.

Bernardon provides architectural services, while Bohler oversees civil engineering design & permitting Federal Realty Investment Trust breaks ground on second residential phase of Bala Cynwyd on City Ave. Development

Federal Realty just broke ground on the second residential phase of Bala Cynwyd on City Avenue. dential units and fresh retail offerings, we are revitalizing the eastern end of the shop- ping center, enriching the community experience and providing enhanced opportu- nities for shopping, dining, and socializing.” Designed to meet LEED Gold certification standards, the residential building will boast a range of amenities, expansive open spaces, and abundant out- door seating options. Residents The groundbreaking of Bala Cynwyd on City Ave. represents a pivotal moment in the ongoing evolution of City Avenue,” said Mark Brennan , VP of Re- gional Development at Federal Realty. “By integrating resi-

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