1150 N. American
Additional Info
Award Winner : Volumetric Building Companies
Design Firm Name : Architecture1624 & VBC | Studio
Engineering Firm Name : Dale Yarbrough & Lochsa Engineering
Occupied Date : 1/2/2021
Production Start Date : 9/18/2019
Project Location City : Philadelphia
Project Location State Name : PA
Owner Firm Name : BR Ingersoll
Installer Firm Name : VBC | Construction
Green Building Description : • Improved exterior wall insulation (10% over code requirement)
• 25% Glazing percentage
• Improved Sound Transmission Class (STC) with 7
• Reduction of trades needed on site
Cost Energy Effectiveness : 40% reduction in overall project timeline
Architectural Excellence : Transitional architectural form (contextual brick in deep charcoal in lieu of a traditional red.
Limestone at the primary public facades
Fiber cement reveal panels above water table
Large mural which is reminiscent of the vibrant context of the building
Gracefully appointed lobby with both modern and transitional touches
Large-scale communal gather and entertainment area that includes a shared kitchen, community room, and lounge - complete with a fireplace
Large roof deck with a pergola shaded dining area and outdoor lounge area with expansive views of Center City Philadelphia
Total Square Feet : 50000
Technical Innovation : Large volumetric modules with integrated corridors
Filigree concrete podium which allows large spans for first floor parking and commercial spaces while reducing trade involvement and construction time reduction