The MET

858 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA

Client: Holy Ghost LP

Architect: Atkin Olshin Schade Architects

Market: Historic Restoration

Size: 137,850 sq. ft.

Completion Date: December 2018

Built in 1908, by Oscar Hammerstein the venue has seen limited use since 1988 when it fell into disrepair. Plaster work was performed with our in house artisan plasterers to restore the majestic beauty of the venue. All new mechanical systems were installed, the balconies and railings were recreated and the Grand Salle was restored. New seats, signage, bathrooms and bar facilities were added to complete the Historic venue.

AWARDS
2020 Architectural Excellence Design Award for Preservation Architecture
2019 Preservation Alliance Grand Jury Award for Historic Preservation
2019 ACE Mentor Program Project of the Year
2019 AIA Philadelphia Honor Award
2019 Pennsylvania Historic Preservation Public Impact Award
2019 Building Design+Construction Reconstruction Bronze Award