Originally the University’s main library, the building underwent an extensive adaptive reuse to position it as a fine arts library in 1985, the same year that it became a National Historic Landmark. When a sandstone wall region outside the first floor began delaminating, CVM conducted an up-close survey of the stone, determining that the region … Continued

CVM developed and implemented a formal repair program for stabilization and restoration of critical portions of the decorative glazed architectural terra cotta facade of this eight-story landmark structure, located prominently on North Broad Street in Center City Philadelphia. Known originally as the Packard Motor Car Building, this former manufacturing facility was converted to high-end residential … Continued

As part of a larger renovation and restoration of Harvard’s historic River Houses, CVM performed an exploratory survey of the exterior enclosures of Dunster House, including the components of the clock tower. The tower’s brick masonry base, steel-framed balustrade, wood siding and copper dome were all thoroughly examined, as was its ornamentation: the clock elements … Continued

After completing facade assessments of eleven campus buildings, CVM then worked closely with an outside roofing consultant and collaborated with Swarthmore’s Facilities Management team to integrate the exterior envelope inventory and prioritized repair recommendations into a campus-wide, multi-year capital planning document. The planning document forms the basis for reports to the trustees, and informs funding … Continued

Due diligence of four story parking structure, intending to operate facility for an interim period until future redevelopment of property. Location: Philadelphia, PA

Due diligence assessment of five parking structures located in Center City, establishing prioritized repair program as a condition of refinancing. Location: Philadelphia, PA

Built in 1833, this historic bank barn was renovated to serve as an event and education space. The barn’s age and type of structure had produced structural deficiencies, which CVM addressed by shoring and repairing timber columns and beams as well as reinforcing other timber elements. In accordance with the programmatic changes, the existing structure … Continued

CVM’s client was presented with condition evaluation reports undertaken by a parking operator / tenant, alleging widespread deterioration in several facilities covered by their operational lease.  As part of renewal negotiations, CVM engaged with the client and tenant’s engineer, resolving disparities between professional opinions and ultimately leading renewal efforts undertaken by the owner. Location: Philadelphia, … Continued

Foreclosure on a high rise commercial property with multi-level parking on the lower 6 floors presented challenges to prepare the facility for resale.  Incomplete and unclear restoration options presented through customary due-diligence channels led to CVM’s involvement.  CVM’s focus on defining repair options in terms of service life expectations allowed the client to select and … Continued

CVM was retained by the Asset Management group of an REIT after acquiring a large commercial property with two 2,000 vehicle parking decks.  A comparison of their due-diligence report with actual conditions revealed an order-of-magnitude shortfall in the financial commitment to address deterioration.  CVM was subsequently retained to design, manage and oversee corrective restorations. Location: … Continued