Eisai, Inc. – Biopharmaceutical Facility
Eisai, Inc. is a biopharmaceutical company focused on the discovery and development of therapeutic monoclonal antibodies for the treatment of cancer and inflammatory and infectious diseases.
Precis provided architectural and engineering services to facilitate the master plan, design, and two phases of construction. In Phase 1, 16,000 sf of the existing 40,000-sf building were renovated, providing administrative offices and research and development (R&D) laboratories. A second phase included full architecture and engineering services for a 19,400-sf building addition along with renovation of the building’s remaining 24,000 sf.
The program included research and development laboratories, a vivarium, a data center, and an employee lunchroom with the capability to convert to a corporate meeting room for 100 people. Infrastructure included a complete upgrade of existing lab HVAC and utility systems, and design of all new building utilities including high pressure steam, heating hot water, chilled water, preheat glycol water, and a new main electrical service.
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Chester County Food Bank – Headquarters Renovation
Precis provided architecture and interior design services as well as mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering design to renovate the Chester County Food Bank’s headquarters in Exton, Pennsylvania. Inspired by the organization’s mission “to mobilize and educate the community to ensure access to nutritious and familiar food,” Precis developed a “farmhouse meets culinary garden” design concept.
Mindful of the client’s budget, the design concept was thoughtfully executed throughout the space. This included aspects like a green wall in the lobby, textural organic carpet tile, and natural wood highlighted by black accents. Precis also incorporated Chester County Food Bank’s colorful brand elements, captured by vibrant wall paints and inspirational art.
The mechanical design included the replacement of one packaged rooftop air handling unit serving the interior office spaces, a new rooftop exhaust fan serving the restrooms, and new ductwork distribution from three existing packaged rooftop air handling units serving a community room, the entrance lobby, and two large conference rooms. New terminal air devices were also specified for the new ceilings throughout.
The electrical scope of work included a new panelboard to isolate and serve office demand loads, including new plumbing and HVAC equipment. New wall- and floor-mounted devices were installed to support the furniture layout, and new LED light fixtures were installed throughout the ceiling to provide comfortable, uniform lighting within the new space. Additionally, a modular track lighting system was installed to allow for flexible accent lighting above the green wall and art pieces.
The plumbing scope of work included a restroom renovation with new lavatory sinks and water closets, a new bottle-fill station in the existing warehouse that was designed to provide employees with easily accessible drinking water, and a new kitchen sink and electric water cooler were designed to further upgrade the existing break room area.
Great Valley Community Center
Precis undertook a master plan for future building additions to Great Valley Community Center designed to enhance the experience of the community center and its programs. The first phase of the multi-phase project involved design of a 16,500-sf building featuring basketball courts, a concession area, restrooms, utility spaces, a small office area, and a lobby.
Future phases of the project will include an elevated track and a fitness center; several multipurpose areas for senior programs, education, and after school programs; and offices and conference rooms for Great Valley Community Organization (GVCO) staff.
The master plan scope included future building additions to accommodate a 200-seat, auditorium-style multipurpose space, complete with a stage and an upper-level observation mezzanine; a new 20,000-sf field house with synthetic turf field for a variety of indoor sports programs; and exterior site amenities such as an exterior plaza with concessions, playing fields, outdoor courts, and a drop-off area.
Wisler Pearlstine, LLP – Law Office Renovation
Precis programmed and planned an updated and sophisticated office renovation for law firm, Wisler Pearlstine, LLP. Designed to accommodate continued growth and to integrate new law practice technology, the renovated office consists of 16,400 sf of office space and an additional 3,000 sf of archival storage.
The interior layout included private and open offices, board and conference rooms, reception and common areas, file and storage rooms, a cafeteria, coffee areas, and a server room. The design featured an intercommunicating stair open to both floors that became a central organizing element to the project.
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ECFMG – Testing Center
Established in 1956, the Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) is a world leader in promoting quality healthcare – serving physicians, members of the medical education and regulatory communities, healthcare consumers, and researchers. Precis designed a new medical student testing center developed in conjunction with CES and ECFMG based on existing testing center locations in Philadelphia. The innovative new testing center, located minutes from the Atlanta airport, integrates three different user groups – staff, students and mock patients – into a cohesive space while being mindful of security and privacy issues for each group.
Schiffrin & Barroway, LLP – Office Renovation
Schiffrin & Barroway, LLP, acquired a three-story building to accommodate its expanding law practice. The company engaged Precis to design renovations to the c. 1979 building. The project included complete demolition back to the original building shell and redesign of both the façade and interior to portray the client’s innovative and progressive image. The renovated building accommodates a staff of 200 with offices, a multilevel interior lobby, cafeteria, and fitness center.
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Wayne Mills – Corporate Office Renovation
Precis provided design development, construction documentation, and construction administration services for the renovation of the existing 4,420-sf corporate offices of Wayne Mills Co., a family-owned textile company based in Philadelphia.
The renovation and restoration of the shell and complete interior fit-out included a board room with kitchenette, four executive offices, open office spaces for accounting, a restroom area and hot water heater closet, a printer/copier/scanner area, and a meeting room for Wayne Mills Industries. Spaces for Wayne Mills Co. included a meeting room, three executive offices, product sample room, mechanical/electrical room, self-serve kitchen, open office area with cubicles, men’s and women’s restrooms, and a printer/copier/scanner area.
US HealthConnect, Inc. – Office Headquarters Relocation
US HealthConnect is a global organization whose subsidiaries are dedicated to improving the lives of patients and healthcare professionals through evidence-based clinician education. Precis provided full architecture and interior design services, including programming, space planning, 3D visualization, finish selection, and furniture services for the office headquarters relocation into a new office building. The project site occupied the entire third floor and was designed to accommodate continued growth and expansion of studio space. The interior layout included private offices, open office areas, conference rooms, huddle rooms, a 50-person training room, a fitness center, general support spaces, a custom recording studio, and central work café space. The recording studio was designed with state-of-the-art technology, sound and lighting control, and video editing capabilities.
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Lannett Company, Inc. – Facility Break Room Renovations
Upon completion of its corporate headquarters renovation, Lannett Company, Inc. hired Precis to upgrade several of the company’s facility break rooms, including facilities in Torresdale, Pennsylvania; Seymour, Indiana; and Carmel, New York. These break room areas were designed with upgraded finishes, lighting, furniture, and equipment as well as improved circulation and more efficient seating and serving layouts. Precis worked in collaboration with each of the site facility managers and with the corporate facility director to help move the company forward with innovative design ideas and advanced technology and amenities.
Gbuild Construction Managers – Office Fit-Out
When Gbuild Construction Managers acquired a 5,900-square-foot building for use as new corporate offices, the company engaged Precis for renovation design services. Precis provided architecture and interior design, including minor building shell alterations and an interior renovation fit-out program consisting of office, storage, and future expansion areas. The interior layout was developed to promote an open, collaborative environment, centered around a conference room and a break room designed for both gatherings and entertaining. Features of the open work café include lounge seating, a shuffleboard table, and a bar-height counter with an integrated beer tap. Precis collaborated closely with the Gbuild team throughout the process, from finish and furniture selection to final detailing, resulting in a cohesive and seamless design experience.
