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| 27 Apr 2022 | |
| United States of America | |
| ARCHITECTURE |
Year Established: 1986
My approach to the design process includes a very interactive role for my clients. I firmly believe that the most successful design solutions are those that are not only respectful of their surrounding context, but also address the unique functional and aesthetic requirements of each client. My architectural practice is committed to the idea that flexibility and a willingness to explore design alternatives, combined with solid technical knowledge and a sensitivity to the client's concerns, is fundamental to achieving success.
Types of Work
Projects
Kolbe Residence - 4,000-square-foot farmhouse-style "new historic" home; Landis Residence - whole-house renovation of existing rural home with master bedroom/bath and family room additions; Baloh Residence - kitchen/family room/sunroom renovations and addition to existing 1920s home; Dinardo Residence - whole-house renovation and kitchen/family room addition to existing 1970's home; Girl Scouts, Great Valley Council - new lakeside changing pavilion, main dining hall kitchen replacement, new administration/training Lodge and new showerhouse at Camp Mosey Wood; Allentown Arts Center - adaptive re-use of 42,000 s.f. historic urban structure with new galleries, studios and loft apartments; Farr Building Loft Apartments - adaptive re-use of 30,000 s.f. 1920s urban office building with loft apartments and new retail areas; City of Allentown Retail Facade Renovation Program projects including Crocodile Rock Cafe, Federal Grill and Cigar Bar, and Pastaficio Restaurant
Awards
1998 City of Allentown (HARB) Historic Preservation Award for 339-341 N. 8th Street de-conversion and restoration; 1999 Old Allentown Preservation Association Award for 954 Turner Street restoration; 2005 AIA Eastern PA Chapter 'Award of Excellence' for the Kolbe Residence
Principals
Karen W. Ramsey
Contacts
PR: Karen W. Ramsey [email protected]