Margaret Passmore Trickey Building
The new building for Frankford Friends School unites the Middle School with the school’s main campus by providing three new classrooms, a dedicated music room and a multi-purpose room. The design of the building responds to the scale and form of the school’s existing buildings and together with the main school building, creates a coherent perimeter for the campus, framing the historic Frankford Friends Meetinghouse prominently in its foreground. The new 1,800 sf multi-purpose room is located along Orthodox Street, opening onto the campus’ main courtyard, establishing an interior counterpart to the school’s exterior gathering and play space.
The design reflects the school’s core Quaker values through its simple form, and use of natural materials, and to be highly sympathetic to the existing campus including the historic Frankford Friends Meetinghouse at the center of the campus. The building’s design maximizes opportunities for the phasing of construction as resources become available and incorporates numerous sustainable design initiatives.
"Overall strategy shows great restraint, a thoughtful treatment of the program, and a resolution into a simple yet compelling building form." -AIA Philadelphia Awards Jury
Referencing the wood clapboard siding of the Meeting House, the building’s skin consists of an open-joint rainscreen wall of wood slats. Untreated and exposed to the elements, the wood will slowly weather into a warm silver-gray.
The building’s public spaces serve as informal gathering spaces, providing opportunities for students and teachers to socialize beyond the walls of the classroom.
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Margaret Passmore Trickey Building
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Veil Garden
Rural Loft
Private Residence
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DIGSAU
340 North 12th Street
Suite 421
Philadelphia, PA 19107
v 215.627.0808
JOB OPPORTUNITIES
Architect III/Designer III
We are seeking a high-energy Designer III or Architect III. The successful applicant will be a self-motivated and creative problem-solver, exhibiting strong management and design skills. Candidates should be fluent in digital and physical three-dimensional modeling, demonstrate strong graphic communication skills, and be passionate about design and architecture. The position requires the ability to collaborate with multiple team members, coordinate the efforts of consultants, and an ability to tackle new challenges.
Architect II/Designer II
We are seeking a high-energy Designer II or Architect II. The successful applicant will be a self-motivated and creative problem-solver, exhibiting strong management and design skills. Candidates should be fluent in digital and physical three-dimensional modeling, demonstrate strong graphic communication skills, and be passionate about design and architecture. The position requires the ability to collaborate with multiple team members, coordinate the efforts of consultants, and an ability to tackle new challenges.
Technical Director
We are seeking a Technical Director. The successful applicant will be a self-motivated and creative problem-solver, exhibiting strong management and design skills. Candidates should be fluent in building technology, documentation, and delivery and be passionate about design and architecture.
If you would like to be considered for an internship or full-time position, e-mail a cover letter, resume, references and portfolio to employment@digsau.com as one PDF document. Please limit attachments to 2MB. We will respond to you should the appropriate opportunity be available. No phone calls please.