Valley Green Bank selected MA&D to renovate this 3,800 square foot building into their third branch, becoming a dynamic part of their new South Philadelphia neighborhood. Originally built as a bank, MA&D improved upon the existing building by removing exterior masonry walls and replacing them with clear glass to activate the façade on two street frontages. Capitalizing on the building’s unusual site placement, we created usable public and green spaces at the building’s exterior. We also relocated the existing stair to a new addition at the rear of the building to further open the interior and flood the space with natural daylight.
City of Philadelphia Commerce Department and the Community Design Collaborative Storefront Challenge Award - Best Overall Design