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Campbell
Thomas & Company
Significant
Architectural and Planning Projects
for
Religious Properties
Beth Sholom Synagogue Keystone
Grant Application
Location: 8231 Old York Rd., Elkins Park, PA
Contact: Harvey Friedrich, Exec. Dir., 215-887-4489
Completion Date: 2003
Notes: The Beth Sholom Synagogue, designed by renowned architect
Frank Llyod Wright, is an icon of American architecture. Wright
defined the building as the 1st American Synagogue because of its
use of native materials, textures, and colors in demonstrating its
Biblical roots to Judaism. Completed in 1957, the Synagogue is now
in need of historically sensitive repairs including recoating of the
lower roofs, repairing exterior masonry walls and application of
watertight coating, restaining the entry step and walkway area.
refinishing the Wright designed Bema Furniture used for ritual
purposes, repairing upholstery of seat cushions and refinishing
interior metal and glass doors. The Synagogue hired CT&C to
research funding options for these repairs. CT&C later completed
a Keystone Grant Application for the Synagogue.
United Methodist Church of
Bala-Cynwyd
Location: 314 Levering Mill Rd, Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Contact: Dr. G.H. Ferguson, 610-664-3894
Completion Date: 2001
Notes: CT&C was hired to provide architectural services
relating to the proposed roofing warranty work at the Church.
CT&C discussed with the Church and Roofing specialist a strategy
for correcting work performed on the roof and develop a list of
warranty, repair, corrective items, and if required, updated
specifications.
Metropolitan Baptist Church
Location: 3500 Baring Street, Philadelphia PA 19104
Contact: Mr. Bernard Leonard, 215-748-5799
Completion Date: 1996
Notes: CT&C was hired to design and construct a new elevator
to serve three levels of this 19th century church. Additionally,
CT&C designed and constructed an air conditioning system for the
sanctuary and main activity areas. All of which would blend into the
existing historic fabric and character of the building.
First African Presbyterian
Church
Location: 4159 Girard Avenue, Philadelphia PA
Contact: Mrs. Elizabeth Nolan, Church Historian, 215-747-1164
Completion Date: 1996
Notes: This study involved the review of the Church's exterior
materials and conditions, with recommendations for priority items.
With special assistance from our structural engineer, CT&C
offered solutions to problems involving the decaying terra cotta
ornaments, one of the recommended priority items.
St. George-St.Barnabas Church
Location: 520 S. 61st Street, Philadelphia PA
Contact: Mr. William Smallwood, 215-560-2165
Completion Date: 1996
Notes: As a result of combining two congregations, a master plan
for architectural and programming services was in great need. The
congregation hired CT&C for this planning, at which time
CT&C discovered severe problems in the church's bell tower. In
addition to completing the planning survey, CT&C coordinated
emergency repairs for the bell tower, which was completely restored
in the fall of 1995.
St. James Condominium
Location: 336 South Bellevue Avenue, Langhorne, Bucks Co.,
PA
Client: St. James Housing Corporation
Contact: Rev. Lloyd Winter, 215-757-3766
Completion Date: 1996
Notes: This Victorian rectory was converted into two separate
condominium units, each with its own porch and outside entrance.
CT&C incorporated into the design energy efficient improvements,
while at the same time retaining interior and exterior historical
features by following both the State and Local guidelines for
historically certified structures.
St. Mary's Church
Location: Hamilton Walk, Philadelphia
Contact: Sr. Patricia Roux, 215-386-3916
Completion Date: 1996
Notes: St. Mary's hired CT&C to design and plan a new AIDS
respite center in the former community space of the Church's parish
house basement. They also requested CT&C to review the
undercroft space of their church building as a possible new location
for the existing food outreach programs, and for the church archives
that are stored in the parish house basement.
Calvary Episcopal Church
Location: Pulaski and Manheim Streets, Germantown, Philadelphia PA
Contact: James Shaefer, Rector's Warden, 215-628-0337
Completion Date: 1995
Notes: CT&C was selected to convert this attractive Victorian
rectory into two dwelling units for the Church. Renovation plans
included careful consideration to the existing historic interior
fabric of the building, which included improving the energy
efficiency of the building. CT&C also planned for a completed
restoration of the exterior elements.
Christ Community Baptist Church
Location: 1224 North 41st Street, Philadelphia PA
Contact: Rev. Arthur White, 215-877-4000
Completion Date: 1995
Notes: Initially CT&C assisted the congregation in applying
for funding to be used for the necessary architectural analysis of
current and future uses of this historic art deco structure,
originally a synagogue, and its annex. After the congregation
received the necessary funds, CT&C was hired to produce a report
addressing code compliance and handicapped accessibility issues.
St. Catherine of Sienna -The
Church of the Lord Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith
Location: 440 West Penn Street, Philadelphia
Contact: Mr. Anderson Ingram, 215-465-6677
Completion Date: 1994-5
Notes: While this Mediterranean Revival church underwent
significant repair and renovations, Bishop Shelton Rapha retained
CT&C to plan & design interior renovations that would be in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act. The design
included a system of unobtrusive terraced ramps and landings along
the southwest side without destroying the historic feel of the
building. The design also included new and improved bathroom
facilities for both levels.
Woodmont, The Mount of the
House of the Lord
Location: Gladwyne, Montgomery Co., PA
Client: Palace Mission Church
Contact: Mother Divine, 610-525-5598
Completion Date: 1994
Notes: This study involved helping bring order to Woodmont, which
included an analysis and preparing schematic plans for proposed
facilities, reuse of the historic buildings, preservation of the
landscape, redesign of traffic patterns, and phased cost estimating
of improvements that would include a library and visitor's center.
Frankford Friends Meeting
Location: Waln Street, Frankford, Philadelphia, PA
Contact: Joyce Haley, Secretary
Completion Date: 1993
Notes: Frankford Friends Meeting retained CT&C this time to
undertake a two phase study, which included renovations to and
preservation of the meetinghouse, improvements to ventilation, roof
structure, and making facilities accessible to the handicapped.
Christian Love Baptist Church
Location: 32nd St. and Montgomery Avenue, Philadelphia
Contact: Rev. George Gibson, 215-763-1211
Completion Date: 1992
Notes: The Church hired CT&C to do a complete analysis of the
existing structural, mechanical, electrical, and programming
elements, as well as provide a phased cost estimate report for
improvements. CT&C also prepared a City of Philadelphia Historic
Certification Application, which was approved by the Historical
Commission.
Frankford Friends Meeting
Location: Penn and Orthodox Streets, Frankford, Philadelphia
Contact: Margaret Trickey, Secretary, 215-533-5368
Completion Date: 1991
Notes: This study combined the preservation and expansion of an
early 19th century building for school and religious use. It
included extensive consensus building and review of multiple
alternatives.
The Church of the Lord Jesus
Christ of the Apostolic Faith
Location: 18th and South Streets, Philadelphia
Contact: Mr. Anderson Ingram, 215-465-6677
Completion Date: 1990
Notes: CT&C was obtained for a study of the complete
renovation of an historic property on South Street for future church
offices, Bishop's Residence and broad casting facilities.
St. Peters Episcopal Church
Location: Wayne and Harvey Streets, Germantown, Philadelphia
PA
Client: Rouse Urban Housing
Contact: Roy Diamond, 215-567-6196
Completion Date: 1986
Notes: Originally designed by noted Victorian architect Frank
Furness, this historically certified structure showed the first
signs of vandalism prior to this adaptive reuse. CT&C converted
this former rectory into 8 units of shared housing, while abiding by
the Secretary of the Interior's Standards for Tax credit benefits.
The Church negotiated a long-term lease with the developer for this
reuse.
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