Example of a beach style white tile and mosaic tile alcove shower design in Other with a vessel sink, flat-panel cabinets, white cabinets, white walls and gray countertops

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE: Certificate of Merit PROJECT: PNC, 500 Smithfield Street Call Center CLIENT: PNC Financial Services Group ARCHITECTURE FIRM: Gensler CONTRACTOR: Rycon Construction, Inc. ENGINEERS: Cenkner Engineering Associates PHOTOGRAPHER: Christopher Leonard of Gensler and Bob Carson of Rycon Construction DESCRIPTION: PNC Bank sought a partner to re-envision 500 Smithfield and transform the windowless former bank to a modern call center. Original windows were restored and reopened to bring natural light into the work, collaboration, and meeting spaces. Many wall finishes, including large marble slabs, were kept and integrated with the new finishes. Thoughtful programming completes the transformation of the former 1920s bank and creates a new benchmark in call centers for PNC. JURY COMMENTS: This project leverages the existing qualities of the building. The result is that this outstanding building will be retained as a vibrant use in the city.

Kitchen - traditional dark wood floor kitchen idea in Other with a farmhouse sink, shaker cabinets, white cabinets, white backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an island

ARCHITECTURAL DETAIL + CRAFTSMANSHIP: Award of Excellence 
PROJECT: South Highland Avenue Bridge Architectural Enhancements CLIENT: Federal Highway Administration, PA Department of Transportation, City of Pittsburgh ARCHITECTURE FIRM: Pfaffmann + Associates 
CONTRACTOR: Trumbull Corporation ENGINEERS: Parsons Brinckerhoff PHOTOGRAPHER: Pfaffmann + Associates DESCRIPTION: The South Highland Avenue Bridge connects the neighborhoods of Shadyside and East Liberty, designed to be a meaningful civic space for pedestrians. From concept to construction details, the new Bridge uses a standard kit of parts to create a unique space that enhances function and placemaking. JURY COMMENTS: Pittsburgh is a town of bridges and this is a good example of celebrating the bridge. The architect used lighting and a variation in the fence design, veering from common DOT standards in a way that enhances the pedestrian environment. They also tied the history of the area with interpretive panels. This project speaks well for the client who got a very affordable solution.

SUSTAINABLE DESIGN: Award of Excellence PROJECT: McKeesport Downtown Housing CLIENT: ACTION-Housing, Inc. ARCHITECTURE FIRM: Thoughtful Balance ENGINEERS: Allstate Surveying and Mapping Co.; Conway Engineering; Iams Consulting, LLC CONTRACTORS: Repal Construction PHOTOGRAPHER: Denmarsh Photography; Nina Baird DESCRIPTION: McKeesport Downtown Housing, formerly a YMCA, is an 84-unit SRO for people at risk of homelessness. The old brick and terracotta building was important historically for McKeesport. The project was designed to Passive House criteria, the first of this scale to be designed to Passive House standards anywhere in the country. Although lighting, an elevator, air-conditioning, constant ventilation, and cooking equipment were added, the building now uses 68% less energy consumption than as it was originally built. JURY COMMENTS: Loving care and attention to detail are present everywhere in this very tight-budgeted solution. It is an excellent example of creating a sustainable option for those who might need it the most.

The PPG Pittsburgh Paints®, 2016 Paint Color of the Year Paradise Found provides a backdrop of nature-inspired color on the ceiling. The space is balanced with wood in natural tones, while Delicate White assists in creating a more passive and soothing feel. Drawn from consumers’ increasing desire for safety & security, the minimalist elements of this design theme work together to convey calming, relaxing environments.

Our client requested a clean, sophisticated style with a modern flare. We took a classic shaker door in a dark wood tone added fluted glass doors, quartz counters that mimic concrete counters and lots of stainless steel accents that touch on the grey tones in the mosaic tile to create the look they wanted.

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PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD PROJECT: Highland Middle School Additions and Alterations CLIENT: Blackhawk School District ARCHITECTURE FIRM: VEBH Architects, P.C. CONTRACTOR: Yarborough Development, Inc. ENGINEERS: Barber & Hoffman, Inc.; Pennoni Associates, Inc.; Tower Engineering PHOTOGRAPHER: VEBH Architects

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Inspiration for a huge timeless l-shaped cork floor, brown floor and coffered ceiling eat-in kitchen remodel in Other with an undermount sink, recessed-panel cabinets, brown cabinets, granite countertops, white backsplash, glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, an island and white countertops

Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
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Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Other.

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Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
Design ideas for a traditional landscaping in Other.

Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
Photo of a traditional landscaping in Other.

Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
Inspiration for a traditional landscaping in Other.

This exterior project was part of a total kitchen renovation. It includes a new pergola, porch with railing and aggregate concrete deck treatment.
Inspiration for a large timeless beige two-story vinyl exterior home remodel in Other

Pittsburgh landscape lighting makes all of your outdoor living spaces look nicer at night while increasing safety and security around your home.
This is an example of a traditional landscaping in Other.