Originally published in the Winter 2024 edition of Context, the journal of the American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter Representative P. Michael Sturla represents District 96, serving part of Lancaster City and its northern suburbs. He is the Majority Chair of the Housing and Community Development Committee.   EDUCATION AND PRE-POLITICAL CAREER  Where did you go to architecture school, and how

By Senator Tim Kearney, AIA. Kearney serves the 26th District, largely representing Delaware County, is a former mayor of the Borough of Swarthmore, and is also a registered architect. Originally published in the Winter 2024 edition of Context, the journal of the American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter As one of approximately five architects in state legislatures across the US,

AE Works Ltd. (AE Works), a Pittsburgh-headquartered building design and consulting firm, announces the strategic acquisition of WTW Architects, a national leader in higher education design with a 65-year legacy of notable Pittsburgh projects. The two firms, both founded and headquartered in Pittsburgh, come together with enthusiasm for future contributions to the city’s architecture and beyond. WTW’s mission of ‘Building

Recognize your firm, colleague, mentor, or mentee The Architectural Excellence Special Awards recognize significant achievements by architects, civic leaders, industry professionals, firms, and organizations who contribute to the built environment and the advancement of the profession in the Commonwealth. AIA Pennsylvania is accepting nominations from the AIA Pennsylvania membership for open Special Award categories through 11:59 pm Thursday, May 9,

By Stephen Swarney, JD, and Amal MahroukiOriginally published in the Winter 2024 edition of Context, the journal of the American Institute of Architects, Philadelphia Chapter When the Context editors asked us to write an article about advocacy and the role of being a Citizen Architect, our response was an unequivocal “yes.” Advocacy, politics, and the significance of civic engagement have

Exemplifying continued urban renewal above Philadelphia’s Northern Liberties and Fishtown neighborhoods, the Paper Factory Lofts in Norris Square involved the adaptive reuse of an industrially zoned c.1885 former factory into 30 loft apartments in a mix of studio, one- and two-bedroom units. The building is listed on the Philadelphia and National Registers of Historic Places.  Funded partly by Federal and

Amid construction for the new Crispus Attucks History & Culture Center that Murphy & Dittenhafer Architects designed, M&D is continuing its relationship with the nonprofit organization that makes such an impact in education and much more for the people of York. M&D will take part in the second phase of the Codorus Corridor Summer Enrichment Program by the Crispus Attucks

Answering the demand for increased support for our nation’s veterans, the recently completed, $12 million behavioral health clinic is 17,000 square feet with 20 exam rooms, eight consult rooms, and two group rooms. AE Works provided our full spectrum of integrated services including architecture, interior design, building systems engineering, security risk management, and planning + project services. The project exemplifies

In early February, Governor Josh Shapiro unveiled his second budget proposal, “prioritizing economic opportunity and access to higher education, making historic investments in public education, supporting law enforcement and public safety, ensuring people receive the care they need, and funding critical initiatives to help Pennsylvanians from our cities to our farmlands.” Our focus continues to be the impact of the

Members and staff of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) from across Pennsylvania were among over 400 architects and AIA leaders who met with Members of Congress and their staff on February 28 for AIA Hill Day, part of the AIA Leadership Summit 2024. The day gave the membership the platform to advocate for pressing legislation that will significantly impact