CORE architecture design

#TBT: The restoration and redesign of the historic DC Public Library Mt. Pleasant Branch involved extensive discussions with historic groups, local advisory commissions, layers of regulatory boards, and a series of public meetings. To ensure the existing structure takes center stage, the 7,000 SF addition was placed at the back of the main building, respecting its strong architectural character and historic nature without compromising its symmetry or balance. Linked by a glass and skylit atrium, the terra cotta paneled wing uses materiality that references the original structure. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/dC_35ba Credit: Maxwell MacKenzie #buildingtransformation #historicrenovation #adaptivereuse

“Allison and her team of champions are amazing. Their passion for their client’s success and willingness to circle back over their journey and help with PR, referrals, and cross collaborations is the special touch that I am sure their other clients find to be as magical as we do,” said Ken Sandy, Managing Partner, Dryy Garment Care. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/gWN8mW-4     Credit: Ron Ngiam #interiordesign #hospitalitydesign #retaildesign

Join CORE architecture design Principal Christopher Peli at the reIMAGINE panel discussion “Architecture of Transformation” on 8/7 at AIA|DC's District Architecture Center. Chris will share his expertise on adaptive reuse and talk about the architectural design challenges and solutions to deliver the transformative architecture for Arizona State University Barrett & O’Connor Center. Christopher has led many diverse project types that range from hospitality and urban design to adaptive reuse, historic renovation, and new construction. He is a conscientious, creative team leader and mentor, who pushes the envelope by looking at obstacles of budget, tight time frames, and site conditions as tools for decision making rather than restrictions. Learn more and register for the event: https://lnkd.in/eAKP8NPx Credit: Lauren Louise Collective #adaptivereuse #reimagine #designdc #historicpreservation

Throwing it back to our collaboration with DC Office of Planning to deliver a framework and master plan for the redevelopment of Starburst Plaza, a prominent urban site in the Benning Road corridor. The proposed site plan encapsulated 1.7 million square feet of development, spanned over five distinct street grids, consisting of retail, restaurants, offices, residential, and a hotel development. Responding to the need of meaningful green spaces, the plan introduced a new 2.5-acre park to serve as a major community energizer and a draw to the site from the revitalized H Street NE corridor. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/eBYcJxTU #mixedusedevelopment #masterplanning #architecturaldesign 

“Silver Social establishes a whole new dynamic and energy for the Silver Diner family of brands,” says Robert Giaimo, CEO and Founder, Silver Diner Development about the sophisticated bar concept at Silver Diner’s first location in DC right across from the ballpark. Adds CORE architecture design Senior Job Captain Michael Borissow: “Silver Social delivers a refined atmosphere, entices the youthful and active neighborhood, and draws in locals and visitors alike from Nationals Park.” Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/gY9vzAQY Credit: Greg Powers #restaurantdesign #hospitalitydesign #interiordesign #restaurantconcept

Recognized by AIA|DC with a Residential Design Citation for Adaptive Reuse, 2501 M shows “the power of architecture to transform community.” The repositioning of the rare office-residential hybrid resulted in the increase of the building’s total floor area by almost 27,000. The thoughtful design, which also involved reskinning of the façade and delivery of green roof systems, helped revitalize the existing architecture, maximize the site’s potential, and benefit the urban landscape. Read the full article in ArchitectureDC magazine’s archives: https://lnkd.in/eCDM6zVj (turn to page 57). Credit: Ron Ngiam #residentialdesign #residentialarchitecture #buildingtransformation #buildingrepositioning

Taking inspiration from playing fields, parks, and public pools to evoke a familiar playful energy, Summerbird’s bright orange entrance doors and outdoor café with furnishings inspired by summertime picnic-style dining provide customers with a welcoming and elevated dining experience. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/gfmKs6tz Credit: Peter Brentlinger #prototypedesign #hospitalitydesign #restaurantdesign #interiordesign

We are in the office five days a week! Being physically present in our studio allows for seamless knowledge sharing and a dynamic learning environment. Here, the team is reviewing materials that help produce a first layer of refinement to the design of a new hospitality project located within a historic building in Takoma Park. #hospitalitydesign #restaurantdesign #architecturaldesign 

The façade design of this substation creates life within this “unoccupied” industrial structure by employing vertical lanterns that complement bays of back-lit perforated panels disguised with what seems like an ethereal pattern. The perforation flows are taken from satellite imagery of West Antarctic ice sheets. Using the concept of a parallax barrier, a ribbed secondary layer creates a sense of movement, suggesting the façade pattern to be in motion. Explore the project: https://lnkd.in/eTN4gJqk Credit: Judy Davis #lightingdesign #architecturaldesign #facadedesign

Daniel and Jaida from the #designteam visited Worthen Furniture Custom Iron & Brass Furniture near Richmond, VA to tour their factory. While they are known for their bed frames, they also produce tables, benches, shelvings, and other custom, high-quality furniture. We were impressed by the delicate hand craftsmanship with a small team of metal workers hand-assembling the furniture. We watched the whole process, which includes melting the metal, pouring it into cast moldings, buffing, welding, bending, cooking in an oven, and finishes. Worthen’s sales reps were very responsive to our questions, which is what we look for as an architectural design studio when working with manufacturers!