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Consistently producing excellent architecture for over twenty-eight years is an accolade that only a handful of firms can boast. Yet one such accomplished firm, while enjoying a long list of design awards, has measured suc- cess not by the number of honors received, but by the clarity of design intention and construction approach resulting in the creation of “inspiring places”. Murphy & Dittenhafer was founded by Michael Murphy and Frank Dittenhafer, both University of Pennsylvania gradu- ates who were influenced by the work and teachings of Louis Kahn, Robert Venturi, Laura Olin and others who questioned the latest architectural fads and fash- ions in search of a more “timeless expression” for architecture. Established in 1985 after each partner had accumulated substan- tial experience working on a vari- ety of projects with major archi- tectural firms, Murphy & Dittenhafer has grown from a small firm of two architects to a METRO ARCHITECT 3820 Carriage Hill Dr., Frederick, MD 21704 In This Issue! Fall 2014 Page 1 Murphy & Dittenhafer Architects Page 17 Bates Architects Page 23 Swanke Hayden Connell Page 29 INTEC Group Page 35 D.R. Camlin & Associates Page 41 Stoiber & Associates PRSRT Standard U.S. Postage PAID SUBURBAN, MD PERMIT NO. 2682 Murphy & Dittenhafer Architects: Making Inspiring Places Continued on page 2 FALL 2014 — VOLUME 6 NO.4 CODO 241 — J. David Allen & Son Photography
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Consistently producing excellentarchitecture for over twenty-eightyears is an accolade that only ahandful of firms can boast. Yetone such accomplished firm,while enjoying a long list ofdesign awards, has measured suc-cess not by the number of honorsreceived, but by the clarity ofdesign intention and constructionapproach resulting in the creationof “inspiring places”. Murphy & Dittenhafer was

founded by Michael Murphy andFrank Dittenhafer, bothUniversity of Pennsylvania gradu-ates who were influenced by thework and teachings of LouisKahn, Robert Venturi, Laura Olinand others who questioned thelatest architectural fads and fash-ions in search of a more “timelessexpression” for architecture.Established in 1985 after eachpartner had accumulated substan-tial experience working on a vari-ety of projects with major archi-tectural firms, Murphy &Dittenhafer has grown from asmall firm of two architects to aMETRO ARCHITECT3820 Carriage Hill Dr.,Frederick, MD 21704

In This Issue!

Fall 2014

Page 1Murphy &DittenhaferArchitects

Page 17BatesArchitects

Page 23Swanke HaydenConnell

Page 29INTEC Group

Page 35D.R. Camlin &Associates

Page 41Stoiber &Associates

PRSRT StandardU.S. Postage

PAIDSUBURBAN, MDPERMIT NO. 2682

Murphy & Dittenhafer Architects: Making Inspiring Places

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FALL 2014 — VOLUME 6 NO.4

CODO 241 — J. David Allen & Son Photography

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staff of twenty in response to con-tinued requests for architecturaland master planning services,including a significant percentageof repeat clientele. Providingarchitectural services for clientsthroughout the mid-Atlanticregion, Murphy & Dittenhaferprepares initial site assessments,feasibility studies, programmingand master planning efforts as wellas designs for renovations, expan-sions, adaptive reuse, restorationand new construction. The firm’swide variety of projects range

from small accessibility to multi-million dollar rehabilitation andnew construction projects.While Murphy & Dittenhafer

Architects has received significantsuccess throughout their twenty-eight year history, there is another“story within their story” involv-ing personal and professionaltragedy overcome by determina-tion, hard work and talent. Theyear 2010 will always be remem-bered as “the year” by FrankDittenhafer and others at Murphy& Dittenhafer. It began with theunexpected passing of Murphy &Dittenhafer co-founder MichaelMurphy in February of 2010 fol-lowed by the complete “incinera-tion” and total loss of Murphy &Dittenhafer’s North Charles StreetBaltimore office space and con-tents as part of a five alarm fire in

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New Student Center at University of Baltimore — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

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3820 Carriage Hill Dr.Frederick, MD 21704

301-523-0089 (phone)

Chris ChapinPresident

Joe WallaceManager, Design and Graphics Chief

For further information, please email us [email protected]

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December of 2010, all in con-junction with a languishing eco-nomic recession throughout 2010that was generally devastating tothe architecture profession.Fortunately, Murphy &Dittenhafer’s diversity of primarypractice areas, the support ofloyal clients, the resiliency of

employees – and the firm’s sec-ond office location in York,Pennsylvania - all contributed tosustaining and even growing thepractice.Emerging from such calamitous

events, Murphy & Dittenhaferhas truly become a stronger andmore determined firm. The firm’shigh standard for excellent designcontinues to be applied to proj-ects of all types, uses, sizes, loca-tions and budgets. “Our strengthcontinues to be the ability tomaximize the potential of everyassignment and exceed ourclients’ expectations with thebuilt product,” explains Frank.“The diverse array of projectsdesigned by M&D and builtthroughout Maryland andPennsylvania eschews any partic-ular style of design, avoids con-vention and has focused onappropriateness, thus maximizingthe potential of every commissionregardless of project type, size,scale or budget.” Certainly at the very core of

each design from Murphy &Dittenhafer is the goal of creatingan inspiring place. “We are moreinterested in designing a placethat people want to spend timein – which is our measure ofexcellent architecture and a suc-cessful project – not whether ithas received a design award,”continues Frank. “We believe in a“timeless” approach to architec-

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Boonsboro Library — Photo: J. David Allen & Son Photography

Boonsboro Library — Photo: J. David Allen & Son Photography

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tural design that is “contempo-rary” of its time, without blindlybecoming a “neo-modernist” likemany firms today. Murphy &Dittenhafer does not have a styleand we are proud of that. Ourapproach has been to listen,research and investigate many pos-sibilities towards developing an“appropriate” partee and visuallanguage.”It is often repeated at Murphy

& Dittenhafer that they areinvolved in designing “Architecture”– which goes beyond just meetingthe technical and professionalpractice based requirements for

constructing the built environ-ment. “Architecture engages theuser, the occupant, the visitor,the resident, the person walking

by, driving by, a community orneighborhood or entire city.Architecture “enriches” the expe-rience, whatever the experience

is,” explains Frank. “Excellentarchitecture is very meaningfuland is “inspiring”. Otherwise it isjust construction. “MakingPlaces” has been our tagline formany years as we have alwaysworked very hard to find ways toimpart the qualities of “Place”that are unique to each project inour design. We focus our projectdesign concepts around timelessprincipals that will impart posi-tive meaning to all whoencounter the “places” we havecreated.” A definite result of Murphy &

Dittenhafer’s philosophy is thestrong relationships they forgewith their clients. By continuingthe perspectives the firm’sfounders had since the verybeginning, Murphy &Dittenhafer always consider it aprivilege to be selected and hiredby a client to provide architectur-al services. “Our perspective isthat forming a strong “relation-ship” based on mutual respectand understanding of commongoals is essential to the success ofan architectural project. Wework very hard for our customers– and they know it and appreci-

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CODO 241 — J. David Allen & Son Photography

Washington County Museum of Fine Arts Courtyard Enclosure— J. David Allen & Son Photography

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ate it,” maintains Frank. “Wetreat our clients with considerablerespect –and make the designprocess an enjoyable experiencefor them.”What makes these relationships

form so naturally and strengthenthroughout the entire design andconstruction process is the impor-tance Murphy& Dittenhaferplaces on communication betweenstaff and their clientele. “Ourclients have repeatedly praised ourability to listen and also our talentto translate what we have heardinto an inspiring, engaging resultthat functions well and will standup to the test of time,” says Frank.“Our staff is composed of very tal-ented, creative and dedicated peo-ple who are committed to produc-ing excellent architecture. Theyare also very good communicators,technically proficient and under-stand the construction process andconstructability very well.” Infact, a strong team atmosphere isinherent in every aspect ofMurphy & Dittenhafer. To give anexample, once a year, usually in

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St. Paul Place Parking Garage — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

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the summer, the entire office shutsdown for “M&D Day” – a tradi-tion that has been ongoing forover 25 years. The entire office,including all administrative andsupport personnel along with thearchitectural/interiors staff spendthe day visiting five or sixMurphy & Dittenhafer projectsthat are recently completed, in themidst of construction or just com-mencing the construction phase.The result of such an integrated

approach to client relations isdesign excellence and qualityarchitecture behind all of the workundertaken and completed byMurphy & Dittenhafer. Anyclient that has hired Murphy &Dittenhafer quickly discovers thefirm is not just about providingprofessional services as required bylaw to ensure the health, safetyand welfare of the general public.In fact, Murphy & Dittenhaferstarts where many architecturalfirms stop, and that is with the“givens”. “Services we providesuch as responsiveness, frequentcommunication, completing proj-ects on time and under budget,integrating sustainable design ,code/regulatory compliance,sound constructability choices forcritical elements such as the exteri-or envelope (roofs, walls, win-dows/glazing, structure, etc.) andother characteristic of a profes-sional architectural practice areonly the beginning of our dedica-tion to every client,” says Frank.“With many firms (successfularchitectural practices), that isunfortunately the end of the story.My opinion is that these firms orindividuals are not really involvedin designing or producing

“Architecture”. They are moreaccurately licensed ‘ArchitecturalTechnicians’.”The firm has completed quite a

number of LEED certified proj-ects – covering a range of buildingtypes and certification levels; buthas been an advocate of responsi-ble design approaches for overtwenty years. “Common SenseGreen” was something Murphy &Dittenhafer promoted for manyyears and now the technology,product marketplace and con-struction industry has caught upto support and supplement whatthey have believed was just “GoodDesign”. “Integrated into all ofMurphy & Dittenhafer’s work aresustainable (green) design strate-gies – to the degree that the firmdoes not “promote” this aspect ofM&D’s practice or designapproach as anything unique or a‘separate expertise/skill set’,”explains Frank. “Of course re-using and repurposing and reno-vating existing buildings, Murphy

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Tremont Grand — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

Tremont Grand — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

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& Dittenhafer’s specialty, is poten-tially the most sustainableapproach for any project – to thedegree that I have “turned up thevolume” on advocacy to maxi-mize the reuse of all vacant orunderutilized structures before anymore new buildings are construct-ed. I have not met an older build-ing that we could not convert intoalmost any desired new use.”While winning awards is not

what Murphy & Dittenhaferstrives for with their design, thefirm has received a considerableamount of awards for DesignExcellence on projects of all types– scales large and small - and typi-cally with modest constructionbudgets. For AIA Baltimore’s 50year anniversary of their DesignAwards program held in the fall of2012, the Chapter put together aretrospective presentation of allaward winning projects over thattimeframe – which included 25award winning Murphy &Dittenhafer projects during thepast twenty years of our participa-tion – more than all but one otherBaltimore firm. In total, Murphy& Dittenhafer has been recog-nized with 72 state and localDesign Excellence awards andover 180 awards for Excellence inArchitectural Design, HistoricPreservation and Craftsmanship. Of course Murphy &

Dittenhafer understands first andforemost that client satisfaction,not merely winning awards, is thegoal of every project. The follow-ing quotes are only a sample ofsatisfied clientele that were prais-ing the effort and excellence thatis Murphy & Dittenhafer:

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Wagman Construction Corporate Offices — J. David Allen & Son Photography

First & Franklin Presbyterian Church — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

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“You, Todd and others at your firmare such an incredible bridgebetween what is and what could be.I always feel better when I walkinto one of your projects. And to meit’s those kinds of feelings you inspirethrough your designs that have thepotential to take us people to ourhighest and best selves. You make usfeel better about ourselves and otherpeople in the places we spend time,and that certainly has the power tobring about the dynamic, sometimesmessy but always beautiful dance ofcommunity that can elevate us inways we can’t even imagine.”William H. Swartz, III,President, Sherman PropertyManagement

“I can personally account forMurphy & Dittenhafer’s excellentperformance in all phases of plan-ning, design and construction. TheUniversity of Baltimore StudentCenter singularly transformed ourcampus into a more engaging,urban place where students enjoyspending time. I would hire thefirm again for any upcoming project.”Mr. Steve Cassard, Vice Presidentof Facilities Management andCapital Planning, University ofBaltimore

“Murphy & Dittenhafer helped OldSt. Paul’s make use of an historicalpaint study through sensitivelyworking with two distinct designperiods and melding them to apainting and lighting design suitedfor current day use. M&D provid-ed the discipline of approach inevaluating the historical factorsalong with current needs and opin-ions in the church. They are moti-

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Hippodrome Theater — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

Hippodrome Theater — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

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vated and eager to work with his-torical buildings and the process ofkeeping them relevant while draw-ing on the original design intent.M&D was especially helpful inbeing on site during implementa-tion of the work to ensure progressand outcomes were as desired.Overall, M&D provided the struc-ture and coordination to link histo-ry and future in making this long-awaited renovation project a realityfor OSP!”Mr. Reid LaClair, Junior Warden,Old St. Paul’s Episcopal Church

“You and your staff have played animportant role in the renovation ofMcCuan Hall and we appreciateyour excellent work. The renovatedSmith Theatre, the new lobby area,the development and senior admin-istration office areas, classrooms,and the television studio look beau-tiful. The McCuans are verypleased with ‘their’ building and wereceived positive feedback from thefaculty, staff and community sup-porters about the renovation. Youare part of the HCC family andhave watched and helped us grow tothe beautiful campus we aretoday—thank you.”Dr. Kathleen Hetherington,President, Howard CommunityCollege, discussing the McCuanHall/ Smith Theatre renovation

“From personal experience, I knowthat this is a dedicated and highlyqualified firm. Not only has

Murphy & Dittenhafer won count-less awards throughout the years, butPrincipal in Charge FrankDittenhafer’s advice and counsel issought by many in the community,and he is respected greatly for hisknowledge and expertise in his field.Our campus has directly benefitedfrom Murphy & Dittenhafer’s designexpertise and out-of-the-box ideas tocraft amazing spaces while workingwithin the constraints assigned.”Ms. Holly L. Gumke, Director ofBusiness Services, Penn State York

“Our new green office has trans-formed our work environment. Notonly is it saving us money, but it issuch a nice place to come to work.Promoting sustainable design is atop priority for us . . . now we canwalk the walk!”Caroline Boyce, CAE, ExecutiveDirector, AIA PennsylvaniaContinued on page 11

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Zimmerman Center for Heritage — J. David Allen & Son Photography

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Asked to describe what qualitiesof Murphy & Dittenhafer thathave direct correlation to suchintense customer loyalty and satis-faction, Frank was quick toanswer. “We don’t hold back oneffort – leaving “nothing left inthe tank” when we design. Weexplore many options early in theConcept or Schematic DesignPhases – not prescribing to devel-oping only “three” design options- or to a specific number of designmeetings with our client collabo-rators. We have always sincerelystressed ‘M&D will do what ittakes’”. To the staff at Murphy &Dittenhafer it is their definition ofwhat “professional” means – ahigher level of quality product,service and effort. “Not only areour architectural staff creative, tal-ented and quite experienced - theyare genuinely nice people – andour clients have consistently com-mented how much they like work-ing with Lauren Merrill, ToddGrove, Bruce Johnson, DebraMiller-Schober and others.” With

a total of 20 persons including sixlicensed architects and a certifiedInterior Designer, Murphy &Dittenhafer brings a rare combi-nation of capability and capacitythat is a “good fit” for small,medium and larger projects – andalways with a focus on excellentclient service.One defining aspect of Murphy

& Dittenhafer’s work and designphilosophy is an outgrowth oftheir involvement with renovatingolder existing historic buildingsand designing expansions/addi-tions to them. “These projectsrequired our specialized knowl-edge about historic architectureand technical expertise to carefullyrestore/repair significant historicinterior components and exteriorfeatures – many times in compli-ance with National Park Service,State and/or Local guidelines forreceiving approvals for tax creditsand construction permits in historicdistricts,” asserts Frank. Examplesinclude The Hippodrome Theater,the Tremont Grande, the SeminaryRidge Museum (Schmucker Hall),Hanover Junction Railroad Stationand the Wallace-Cross Mill. The firm also has an expertise in

renovating, repurposing andexpanding existing buildings thatare not necessarily “historic” and

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20142014 Historic Preservation AwardConstruction Project AwardPublic and Institutional PropertiesPreservation PennsylvaniaSchmucker HallGettysburg, Pennsylvania

2014 Design Excellence AwardAIA BaltimoreOld St. Paul’s Episcopal ChurchBaltimore, Maryland

2014 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA Central PennsylvaniaZimmerman Center for HeritageWaterside Pavilion andAccessibility EnhancementsWrightsville, Pennsylvania

2014 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA Central PennsylvaniaOld St. Paul’s Episcopal ChurchBaltimore, Maryland

20132013 National ABC Eagle AwardExcellence in ConstructionSeminary Ridge Museum/Schmucker Hall RehabilitationGettysburg, Pennsylvania

2013 Commonwealth Award10,000 Friends of PennsylvaniaMarketview ArtsYork, Pennsylvania

2013 Good Design is Good BusinessAward, AIA Central PennsylvaniaCourtyard Enclosure: Washington CountyMuseum of Fine ArtHagerstown, Maryland

2013 Award for Excellence inDesign, AIA Central PennsylvaniaResidences at Ribbon PlaceYork, Pennsylvania

2013 Historic Preservation AwardHistoric York, Inc.York Central MarketYork, Pennsylvania

2013 Historic Preservation AwardHistoric York, Inc.Marketview ArtsYork, Pennsylvania

20122012 Good Design = Good BusinessAward, AIA BaltimoreWashington County Museum ofFine ArtsHagerstown, MD

2012 Excellence in Design AwardAIA BaltimoreFirst & Franklin Street Presbyterian ChurchBaltimore, MD

2012 Michael F. Trostel Award for Excellence for a HistoricPreservation Project, AIA BaltimoreMarketview ArtsYork, Pennsylvania

2012 Excellence in Design AwardAIA BaltimoreCODO 28York, Pennsylvania

2012 Excellence in Design AwardAIA Central PennsylvaniaFirst & Franklin Street PresbyterianChurchInterior Sanctuary RestorationBaltimore, MD

2012 Excellence in Design AwardAIA Central PennsylvaniaMarketview ArtsYork, Pennsylvania

2012 Historic Preservation Award:Outstanding Domestic ProjectHistoric York, Inc.900 South George StreetYork, Pennsylvania

2012 Historic Preser vation Award:Outstanding Adaptive ReuseHistoric York, Inc.Marketview ArtsYork, Pennsylvania

2012 Special Preservation Award:Streetscape EnhancementHistoric York, Inc.Market Street Parking GarageYork, Pennsylvania

2012 Award of MeritIlluminating Engineering Society of North AmericaFirst and Franklin StreetPresbyterian ChurchBaltimore, Maryland

20112011 National Voussoirs AwardAlpha Rho ChiCODO 241York, Pennsylvania

2011 Awards of ExcellenceInternational Parking InstituteMarket Street Parking GarageYork, Pennsylvania

2011 Award for Excellence in Design, AIA MarylandFirst and Franklin StreetPresbyterian ChurchBaltimore, Maryland

2011 Restoration & RehabilitationAwardBaltimore Heritage, Inc.First and Franklin StreetPresbyterian ChurchBaltimore, Maryland

2011 Award for Excellence in DesignTri-State AIA (NY, NJ & PA)Tremont Grand/ St. Paul PlaceGarageWilliam C. Smith & Company/Baltimore Development CorporationBaltimore, Maryland

2011 Gold Award10,000 Friends of PennsylvaniaCODO 28York, Pennsylvania

2011 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA PennsylvaniaTremont Grand/ St. Paul PlaceGarageWilliam C. Smith & Company/Baltimore Development CorporationBaltimore, Maryland

2011 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA Central PennsylvaniaCODO 28York, Pennsylvania

2011 Historic Preservation Award:Outstanding Adaptive ReuseHistoric York, Inc.CODO 28York, Pennsylvania

20102010 Award for Excellence in Design, AIA MarylandNew Student CenterUniversity of BaltimoreBaltimore, Maryland

2010 Good Design = Good BusinessAward, AIA BaltimoreNew Student CenterUniversity of BaltimoreBaltimore, Maryland

2010 Excellence in Design AwardAIA BaltimoreCODO 241York, Pennsylvania

2010 Commonwealth Award10,000 Friends of PennsylvaniaCODO 241York, Pennsylvania

2010 Gold Award10,000 Friends of PennsylvaniaElevation LoftsWilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania

2010 Pennsylvania HistoricPreservationCommercial & IndustrialConstruction AwardPreservation PennsylvaniaCODO 241York, Pennsylvania

2010 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA Central PennsylvaniaMarket Street Parking GarageYork, Pennsylvania

2010 Excellence in Design AwardAIA Central PennsylvaniaNew LEED Offices for WagmanConstructionYork, Pennsylvania

2010 Award for Excellence in DesignAIA Central PennsylvaniaProject HopeYork City Redevelopment AuthorityYork, Pennsylvania

2010 Green Building Award for Indoor Environmental QualityGBACPAWagman Office LEED InteriorYork, Pennsylvania

Murphy & Dittenhafer ArchitectsAwards 2010-Present (Partial Listing)

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many times would be considered“ugly and ordinary” by the generalpopulation. “Murphy &Dittenhafer has embraced these“ugly ducklings, white elephants,abandoned/ignored structures” inthe heart of cities and on collegecampuses – and transformed theseundistinguished buildings intoengaging new “places” that becomemagnetic - where people want tospend time,” continues Frank.Examples of some higher educationprojects that fall into this categoryinclude Johns Hopkins University,Howard Community College,Penn State University, BloomsburgUniversity, ShippensburgUniversity, University ofMaryland, and Prince GeorgesCommunity College.Being highly interactive within

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Roosevelt Park House Pool — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

Lofts at Ribbon Place— J. David Allen & Son Photography

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FEATURED PROJECT DETAILSName Project Location Owner Name Square Footage Construction Cost

New Student Center 1420 North Charles St. University of 60,000 SF $13,000,000Baltimore, MD Baltimore

CODO 241 241 North George St. CODO 241, LLP 69,500 SF $11,600,000York, PA

Boonsboro Library 100 West Washington St. Washington County 10,000 SF $1,600,000Hagerstown, MD Division of Public Works

Courtyard Enclosure Hagerstown, MD Washington County 3,200 SF $1,300,000Museum of Fine Arts

St. Paul Place Baltimore, MD City of Baltimore 90,000 SF $25,000,000Parking Garage/ Dept. of Public Works/Tremont Grand William C. Smith Co., Inc.

Wagman Construction 231 North George St. Wagman Construction 7,800 SF $900,000Corporate Offices York, PA

First & Franklin 210 West Madison St. First & Franklin 7,600 SF $1,600,000Presbyterian Church Baltimore, MD Presbyterian Church

Zimmerman Center 1706 Long Level Road Susquehanna Gateway 2.2 Acres $1,200,000for Heritage Wrightsville, PA Heritage Area

Hippodrome Theater 12 North Eutaw St. Maryland Stadium 170,000 SF $53,000,000Baltimore, MD Authority

Lofts at Ribbon Place 239 E. Boundary Ave. Berger Rental 28,300 SF $3,070,000York, PA Communities

Roosevelt Park 2600 Madison Ave. Department of 2,813 SF $550,000Poolhouse Baltimore, MD Recreation and Parks

Old St. Paul’s Church 233 North Charles St. Old St. Paul’s 12,000 SF $250,000Baltimore, MD Episcopal Church

Lofts on George Street 232 North George St. Susquehanna Real Estate 55,000 SF $5,000,000York, PA

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the communities they serve - andwhere their two offices are located,is essential to Frank and everyoneat Murphy & Dittenhafer. “Weroutinely assist non-profit organi-zations and community basedgroups with preliminary planning

and conceptual design services ona pro-bono or reduced fee basis –because improving the built envi-ronment within our communi-ties– improves the quality of lifefor all residents, workers, visitors –and acts as a catalyst for futureimprovement,” says Frank.Recently, the firm completed acomprehensive Conceptual Planfor the redesign and transforma-tion of Continental Square at the

center of downtown York, PA –conducting several public forumsand meeting with a variety ofstakeholder groups over the courseof six months to obtain a strongconsensus and the initial supportnecessary to move the multi-yearinitiative forward towards imple-mentation of early phases of thereinvention of a city’s primaryurban space.Looking to the future, Frank

cannot help but be excited. “Ourthree primary goals remain thesame as they have been for the past28 years. The first is to produceexcellent architecture. The secondis to receive fair compensation,and the third is to enjoy our work.Achieving all three goals – not justtwo of the three is mandatory atMurphy & Dittenhafer,” main-tains Frank. The two other “sub-Continued on page 16

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Old St. Pauls Episcopal Church — Photo: Alain Jaramillo

Lofts on George Streetl — Photo: Susquehanna Real EstateLofts at Ribbon Place

— J. David Allen & Son Photography

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goals”, which were added a fewyears ago, are to provide exception-al client/customer service and con-stantly improve the firm’s productsand processes. “Speaking more gen-erally, our goal is to continue doingthe type of quality architecturedesign –maximizing the designpotential - on every project regard-

less of project size, type or budget,”continues Frank. “We also want tocontinue to be involved in the verydiverse array of architectural com-missions: i.e. higher education, reli-gious/faith based, housing of alltypes, performing and visual arts,non-profit community based, his-toric preservation /adaptive re-use,

interior design/workplace design -and planning which includes urbanplanning, master planning andcommunity planning.” It soundslike we can look forward to a lot ofinspiring places to live, work andplay in the near future, compli-ments of the architectural excel-lence of Murphy & Dittenhafer.

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