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| February 17, 2010 |
Residents unite behind Hill District Master Plan |
| February 10, 2010 |
College degree = more than financial benefits |
| September 14, 2009 |
Ted Frantz is Inaugural Recipient of the James Kling Fellowship Award Pittsburgh, PA - The AIA-MBA Joint Committee announced that Ted Frantz is the inaugural recipient of the James Kling Fellowship Award. Mr. Frantz, founder of TEDCO Construction, was a past Co- Chairman of the Joint Committee, serving alongside Mr. Kling. The James Kling Fellowship Award was established by the AIA-MBA Joint Committee to recognize those individuals who best exemplify collaboration between the design and constructor professions. These individuals, through their action and example, provide both members of the AIA and the MBA standards of excellence to strive for in an effort to bridge the gap between both professions. To qualify for this award, individuals must be nominated by the opposite profession. Mr. Kling, principal with DRS Architects, served on the Joint Committee as a representative of the
architectural community for over three decades. He passed away in November of 2008. The plaque to
commemorate this award features a picture of Three Rivers Stadium, one of many projects designed
over the highly regarded career of Mr. Kling. The award plaque will be displayed in the MBA
Chartered in 1965, the AIA-MBA Joint Committee consist of
For more information on the AIA-MBA Joint Committee,
please call 412-922-3912 or visit www.mbawpa.org. |
Photo Caption: Ted Frantz accepting the James Kling Fellowship Award from AIA-MBA Joint
Committee Co-Chairman Charles Parker of Burt Hill.| September, 2009 |
DRS Recieves 3 Awards from the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) |
| June, 2009 |
Duquesne University Receives Award from 10thousand Friends of Pennsylvania The Power Center was noted for reuse of a site that was previously built on, connection with dense urban community and sustainable energy policies. The building was designed by DRS Architects, and built by Jendoco Construction Corporation. |
May 5, 2009 |
Statement of Purpose |
April 22, 2009 |
AGC (Associated General Contractors) of America has Awarded the Bayfront Convention Center & Hotel Complex the AON Build America Award. The hotel was named as one of the "thirteen most significant projects for 2008 recognized for their complexity, innovation, success and ultimately, for their significance to the construction community and the nation at large." http://www.agc.org/cs/news_media/press_room/press_release?pressrelease.id=335 |
March 31, 2009 |
Cioppino Restaurant Awarded Excellence in Craftsmanship by the Master Builders Association. |
March 5, 2009 |
Duquesne Power Center Bolster Uptown Economy |
March 5, 2009 |
Volunteer Lovette 'credit to women' in city |
January 2, 2009 |
Building on Hope |
December 17, 2008 |
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December 12-18, 2008 |
| A new standard for Ronald McDonald House Pittsburgh Business Times |
December 12, 2008 |
| Hotels Are Going Green by Thomas O. Gray Courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
November 11, 2008 |
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Kling, James Dodd “Jim” Born on August 6, 1942 in Akron, OH, he was the son of the late Victor and Josephine Kling. Graduated Mt. Lebanon High School, studied architecture at the Pennsylvania State University; graduated from Carnegie Mellon University. Began his career with Deeter and Ritchey Architects, working on Duquesne Club Renovations and Three Rivers Stadium. In 1970, became Associate in the firm of Deeter Ritchey Sippel; Vice President 1975 and 1988-2005 Principal. During his career, Mr. Kling worked with St. Francis Medical Center, Canonsburg Hospital, McKeesport Hospital and St. Barnabas Health System. He completed award winning laboratory projects including the Advanced Chemistry Lab, the 2005 winner as the Baltimore Core of Engineers Project Development Team of the Year, Worldwide. He was active with the St. Barnabas Foundation, American Arbitration Association, the Bethel Park Planning Commission, and the Master Builders Association. He was an avid Penn State Nittany Lion fan, as well as the Pittsburgh Steelers. Visiting hours at the Henney Memorial Chapel 5570 Library Road, Bethel Park, PA on Friday 6-8; Saturday 2-4 and 6-8. Funeral services to be held on Sunday at 3:00pm at the Bethel Presbyterian Church 2999 Bethel Church Road, Bethel Park PA 15102. |
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October 3-9, 2008 |
Cool white roofs starting to gain notice as green trend heats up |
September 3, 2008 |
| Cool tin roofs are hot by Thomas O. Gray Courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
August 13, 2008 |
Green buildings are worth more by Thomas O. Gray |
July 28, 2008 |
| YMCA’s new board sees service as his family’s legacy Courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
July 10, 2008 |
| Newsmaker: S. Philip Hundley Courtesy of Pittsburgh Tribune Review |
July 9, 2008 |
| Design pact complexities by S. Philip Hundley Courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette |
| July 2008 Two New Interns Join DRS This Summer |
Tim Kampert joined DRS Architects as an architectural summer intern. Tim will be a fourth year student at Kent State University in the fall; he's a graduate of Bethel Park High School where he first discovered CAD and design. In his spare time Tim enjoys Hockey, football, woodworking, metalworking, art, 4-wheeling and working on his car. Ryan Bloom, who will be a junior at Illinois Institute of Technology in the fall, joined DRS. Ryan completed an internship last summer at Gerald Morosco's firm and is looking to expand his work experience. Ryan first entered the architecture field because he enjoys drawing, design and problem solving. He has also taken an interest in architecture that works well with the environment and incorporates a lot of glass. In his spare time Ryan enjoys spending time with his girlfriend, going to the gym, bowling and camping. |
| June 2008 Duquesne Power Center Featured In Two Articles |
Athletic Business Architectural Showcase Using indigenous materials of brick, glass and buff masonry units, the new building — which firmly anchors the north side of Forbes Avenue and balances an existing parking garage and bridge — also houses retail shops such as a Barnes & Noble bookstore and restaurants. Sunscreens on the south and west facades provide relief, and a fifth-level outdoor balcony provides fabulous views of the city skyline. Extensive use of glass visually connects the interior to the campus in an invigorating way. Stained concrete floor patterns, angled canopies and specialty lighting denote the entrances to various facility elements. Recycled and recyclable materials were selected for use throughout the center, and specialty lighting was used to accent atriums and lounges. The project is registered for LEED Silver certification. " Architect: DRS Architects Pittsburgh, Pa. |
Education Design Showcase : Power Center - Duquesne University Founded in 1878, Duquesne University is a world-class Catholic college. In 1885, the University located on the Bluff, overlooking the city of Pittsburgh and the Monongahela River Valley. Recently when two acres of ground at Forbes Avenue became available, Duquesne University bought the property to expand its holdings and visibility in the Uptown District. With a growing student body and an increased interest in student wellness, Duquesne University determined that the first project on this site would be a 130,000 SF student fitness center. Named for the first President of the University, Power Center is linked to the University Bluff by a bridge at the fifth level; this facility provides the connection from upper campus to Forbes Avenue. The intersection at Forbes and Chatham provided a grand opportunity for a new campus gateway. This corner would showcase the most active functions including the outdoor café, a 2-story 18,000 SF Barnes & Noble Bookstore, aerobics studio and dance studio. Extensive use of glass visually connects the interior with the campus in an invigorating way. Adjacent to the new bookstore are the Red Ring Restaurant, Jamba Juice, and other retail shops. Using indigenous materials of brick, glass and buff masonry units, the new building firmly anchors the North side of Forbes Avenue and balances the existing parking garage and bridge. Sunscreens on the South and West facades provide relief and at the fifth level, the glass steps back to an outdoor balcony with fabulous views of the Pittsburgh city skyline. This project uses the campus energy plant for both chilled water and steam. It is registered for LEED Silver certification. The interior features both recycled and recyclable materials for flooring and wall covering. Low VOC paints are used throughout. The second level, accessible by both elevators and stairs, is the entry level for fitness. Swipe card access at this portal allows users to enjoy a wide variety of lounges, study areas, and fitness facilities. The second floor houses weight training, cardio equipment areas, aerobics, spinning and yoga studios as well as student locker rooms. Connected by stairs and elevators, the third and fourth levels sport racquetball courts, free weights, and two basketball courts with a raised running track at the upper gymnasium. Additional locker rooms, studio spaces and lounges and classroom space are available. The top level houses a new collegiate conference facility that seats 400 banquet-style and 700 theater-style. A pre-function area overlooking Forbes Avenue, upscale restrooms and a full-service kitchen provide the amenities for this venue. Four plasma screens and full audio-visual services are available. A portable dance floor and stage allow the space to be engaged for a variety of functions. Many of the interior spaces are large, bright, sun-filled rooms which are embellished with energetic colors to enhance the overall energy of the fitness center. Stained concrete floor patterns, angled canopies and specialty lighting denote the entrances to various studios. Recycled and recyclable materials were selected for use throughout the center; specialty lighting was used to accent atriums and lounges. Perhaps as important as the $23.8M construction cost for Power Center are the notable commitments to both student wellness and the Uptown community. Steve Schillo, vice president for management and business at Duquesne said, “We expect this development to contribute to the University’s significant economic impact on the city of Pittsburgh, estimated to be more that $411 million during 2006-07.” The conference facilities and first level retail operations will be open to the community at large and student response has been overwhelmingly positive. In today’s competitive student market, Duquesne University’s new Power Center clearly focuses on student, faculty and staff wellness. Open more than 100 hours per week, this up-to-date center significantly improves student and staff access to fitness facilities which serves to enhance the quality of life at this institution. Sustainable/Green Design: Architect(s): Associated Firms and Consultants: |
Developing a master plan by S. Philip Hundley |
| Getting LEED certification by Thomas O. Gray Courtesy of Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, May, 21, 2008 |
| April, 2008 DRS Architects Featured In WQED Documentary |
DRS Architects was recently featured in a documentary on WQED "Invented, Engineered & Pioneered in Pennsylvania". |
| March 27, 2008 Prominent Architect Joins DRS Architects |
Paul Cali, an architect with both residential and commercial experience, has joined DRS Architects. Cali previously served as an associate at Pittsburgh-based Perkins Eastman Architects, working as lead designer for the Lutheran Home at Concord Village in Westlake, Ohio and several projects in Pittsburgh. He previously worked for several architecture firms in New York. “Paul has a wide range of architectural experience both in the United States and abroad,” said DRS principal S. Phillip Hundley. “His versatility bolsters DRS’s ability to serve a variety of clients.” Cali earned a master of architecture degree from the University of Pennsylvania in 1992, after post-graduate work at the Architectural Association School of Architecture in London, the University of Pennsylvania’s Core Program in Landscape Architecture and Regional Planning. Cali earned a bachelor of science in philosophy from Lafayette College. As one of western Pennsylvania’s leading architectural, planning and interior design firms, DRS Architects provides quality services based on the strong heritage set by Deeter Ritchey Sippel nearly 50 years ago. DRS achieves design excellence through capable management of the design process, thoughtful control of project costs and careful attention to project schedules. |
| January 7, 2008 Power Center Opens at Duquesne University |
On the Forbes Avenue level, an outside gathering space provides entry to Barnes & Noble with a café serving Starbucks; adjacent are the Red Ring restaurant and Jamba Juice Bar. The upper levels include basketball courts, exercise studios, fitness rooms, a spinning area, aerobics studio, racquetball courts as well as the locker rooms, lounges and offices to support the varied activities that today’s students want. The center has been busy every day and night since the grand opening and the reviews have been great. The fifth level offers a state-of-the-art conference center with spectacular views of the Pittsburgh skyline and was the location selected for the University dedication ceremonies on January 28. Administration and other local business owners praised the building for the “investment in the community and the dynamic presence on Forbes Avenue that contribute to the University’s economic impart on the Uptown neighborhood and the entire community.” |
On January 7, 2008, the Power Center opened at Duquesne University. This 130,000 SF multipurpose facility is named for Duquesne’s first president, the Rev. William Patrick Power, and it evokes an image of fitness and wellness—just right for the University.| March 27, 2007 Community College of Beaver County Selects DRS for Facilities Modernization |
The Community College of Beaver County (CCBC) has awarded a major contract for the design and documentation of a $26 million construction and renovation project to DRS Architects of downtown Pittsburgh. This project, which will affect every building at the 40-year-old Center Township, Beaver County campus, will be funded through a $26 million bond issue, with $13 million granted through the Pennsylvania Department of Education. Plans include major improvements to the Student Union, the Science and Technology Building and the Allied Health Building; a new maintenance facility; and minor additions and renovations to other campus facilities. College President, Dr. Joe Forrester said, “We’re excited to be modernizing our facilities to serve our students and our community for the next 30 years. This is not a cost, it’s an investment.” Design is already underway and construction is anticipated to begin in late 2007 DRS Architects completed a Master Plan for CCBC in 2005 which outlined a plan for updating the campus to improve academic facilities, student activities and administrative spaces, thus extending the useful life of the existing buildings. |
| March 27, 2007 DRS Renovates Gateway Office |
The project is registered for LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification with the U.S. Green Building Council and will feature sustainable design through the mechanical and electrical systems as well as the architectural finishes and furniture systems. One important aspect of LEED certification focuses on the demolition of existing space and the recycling of materials that will not be included in the new design. DRS and our contractor and vendors have coordinated efforts to return ceiling tile and carpet tile for recycling; furniture systems and other building materials to Construction Junction and other demolished materials to approved recyclers, effectively reducing the materials sent to landfills. UPDATE : January 08 - DRS has recently completed their office renovations |
As a step in the firm’s commitment to quality design, Rycon Construction has begun a renovation of the firm’s Gateway Center offices, the first offices in Gateway Center’s entire complex to garner LEED certification.| March 27, 2007 Kutztown University Athletic Facilities Master Plan |
DRS Architects has been awarded a contract to develop a comprehensive Master Plan for the athletic facilities at Kutztown University. Working with DRS Architects will be Sasaki Associates of Watertown, MA, which have extensive capabilities in the design and development of athletic facilities. Leading the effort for DRS will be Principals Phil Hundley, AIA and Kathryn Jolley, ASID. |
| January 24, 2007 Pitt-Greensburg Breaks Ground on DRS-Designed Building |
 The University of Pittsburgh at Greensburg, which enrolls 1,700 students, has broken ground on a new $1.6 million facility. The 4,600-square-foot Mary Lou Campana Chapel and Lecture Center will feature a 172-seat theater and is slated for completion in June of 2007. Located in Hempfield Township, the facility will host plays, musical programs, and lectures, and will provide the Pitt-Greensburg and surrounding community with a site for spiritual reflection."Ferguson Theater has been our only venue for big lectures, musical performances, and theatrical performances, but the number of activities on campus that bring the university and community together has grown significantly in the past 10 years," says Pitt-Greensburg president Frank A. Cassell. "This unusual opportunity to add a chapel and make it available to all for quiet reflection makes this a wonderful asset for the campus." Wendy Mackall, Pitt-Greensburg's director of media relations and community affairs, says the new venue will also meet the university's need for additional meeting space. DRS Architects designed the facility; general contractor is TEDCO Construction Corporation. The project is supported by a $1 million gift honoring the late philanthropist Mary Lou Campana. One of several new University of Pittsburgh construction and renovation initiatives, the project is expected to create 109 construction and 43 construction-support jobs. |
| January 22, 2007 DRS-Designed Building First "Green" Facility in Kennedy Township |
DRS Architects designed this 48,000 SF building for Oxford Development Company to comply with the requirements of LEED certification (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) which focuses on sustainable site planning and design as well as the efficient use of materials. Overall environmental impact and innovative design processes are also part of the LEED concept for the design and construction of a certified building. This facility was dedicated on December 14, 2007 to the memory of Special Agent G. Douglas Althouse of Shelby County, Alabama, who was killed in an attempted auto theft in 1992. The two-story facility has 24,000 SF of office space on the upper floor with the ground floor serving as the entry lobby and garage. As a result of the success of this Allegheny County project, DRS has been selected to design comparable DEA facility in Milwaukee, WI which will be completed later in 2008. |
The Drug Enforcement Administration building in Kennedy Township in Allegheny County, PA has been certified as a LEED Facility, making it the first such building in the Township.| January 22, 2007 Jolley Elected Principal of DRS |
S. Philip Hundley, AIA and Gregory P. Madej, AIA, Principals of DRS Architects, are pleased to welcome Kathryn A. Jolley, MBA, ASID as a Principal to the firm. Ms. Jolley first joined the firm in 1981 after graduating Summa Cum Laude from La Roche College and was President and Managing Principal of DRS Interiors from 1989 to 1997. Returning to DRS in 2001, her responsibilities have included marketing the 9th largest architectural firm in Pittsburgh and directing the interior design group. The firm’s practice includes specialized laboratories, college and university projects, hospitality and government work and the firm has seven LEED certified projects completed, in construction or in design. Ms. Jolley is a recent Past President of ASID, a member of the PA West Chapter of the American Society of Interior Designers; as a member of the Board of Trustees at La Roche College; and as a member of the Board of HEARTH, an agency serving homeless women with children in Allegheny County. |