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Recent Projects

» Sands Hotel & Casino - Bethlehem, Pennsylvania - George J. Donovan AIA & Associates was in recent collaboration with Lee Architectural Associates of Bethlehem, PA, assisting in the design of the new Sands Hotel plan and the Table Games area to the Sands Casino.

» Under Construction - Timberpeg® Design - Bucks County, PA - Our client's love of painting & woodworking led him to engage our firm in the design of a studio suitable for the creation and display of his work. The Timberpeg® frame system allows for large open spaces which serve both functionally and aesthetically as a working studio environment.

» Doylestown Country Club Expands Pool Facility - Doylestown Country Club has recently completed renovations and an expansion of their 50 year old Pool Facility in order to promote a more active lifestyle for its members. The renovations and additions remain faithful to the beauty of the existing Country Club while fulfilling the needs of the present and future membership. The new pool facility includes a separate baby pool, water features, swimming lanes, a diving board and a zero point “beach” entry for persons with handicaps. The new multi-story addition includes updated locker/changing facilities on the lower level and a new multi-purpose room on the second floor which can be used for exercise classes or conferences. The pool level will also include a dining area with an open fire pit for al fresco dining. The new dining facility will feature a bistro themed food menu and full bar for liquid refreshments.

» First Savings to Open New Branch Office at Poole’s Corner - First Savings recently opened their doors for business in a new branch office located at the corner of Route 202 & Route 313 in Buckingham Township. The project embraces one of the most important elements of sustainable design by reusing an existing brownfield site and gas station/convenience store building. The existing modular, flat roofed building has been completely encapsulated by the new more traditional architecture utilizing stone and stucco to fit into the context of the surrounding community. The new office with sit-down service desks will serve the banking, insurance and investment needs of the local Buckingham and Doylestown communities. For more information see news article below:

http://www.phillyburbs.com/news/news_details/article/175/2010/september/27/banking-on-success-at-pools-corner.html
http://pennies.firstsavingsonline.com/2010/09/pooles-corner-branch-is-open/

» Bedroom Suite Addition - In today's economic climate, moving or building new can be a hard decision. Many people are deciding to stay put and renovate to improve their home’s spatial and economical value.

With this project the owner’s home consisted of only two bedrooms and one bath. They chose to add a modest Master Bedroom suite off the back of the house. The bedroom wing views the rear yard and helps frame an existing patio space.

The Challenge:

The Results:

» Hilton Homewood Suites - This 100,000 SF, 110 room 5-story hotel located in the Newtown Business Commons opened for business in early 2010 and was designed by George J. Donovan AIA and Associates.

» North Middletown Emergency Services Substation - New construction of the Northern Substation for the Langhorne -Middletown Township Fire Company and Penndel-Middletown Emergency Squad, located in Middletown Township, Bucks County.

» Bank with Administrative Offices - Forming a new bank, local businessmen wanted to be quietly noticed as if they had been long established. The design team studied the streetscape in order to understand the context and create a building that feels like it has been there since the town’s beginning. Working with an extremely tight zone and zoning constraints, the architect was able to satisfy the client’s space needs while complying with the town’s zoning standards. The project makes use of a finished basement to meet the program requirements by providing mult-functions in the same space, such as the employee lunchroom which doubles as a conference room.

» Private Residence - The owners needed more family gathering space on the main floor level and a convenient access to the proposed swimming pool adjacent to the addition. The project involved relocating the children’s bedrooms to the new wing affording more privacy and space for the growing family. This concept resulted in freeing space in the existing home for more living space, a side entrance and restroom serving the pool as well as a second stair. Materials and building forms were selected to blend seamlessly with the original design. High end finishes were chosen to be durable and maintenance free.

» Bucks County Bank - This 8,000 SF building located at 200 South Main Street in Doylestown, PA is serving as Bucks County Bank's Corporate Headquarters, as well as a fully-staffed branch bank.

Bucks County Bank - GJ Donovan AIA and Associates Bucks County Bank Drive Thru- GJ Donovan AIA and Associates

» Northampton Library - This project consists of the complete renovation of the existing library and building an addition to total 29,400 square feet. The new addition is completed and occupied as of March 2006 (Phase I). The renovation of a portion of the existing structure is underway (Phase 2).

Sustainability

» Churchville Nature Center - This remarkable project consists of a 1.8 million dollar "green" building 4,800 SF expansion which will utilize energy conservation while respecting the natural environment by implementing LEED standards. The new building will be topped by a "living roof" where plants will grow and make use of rainwater. There will also be a rainwater and gray water collection system that will be utilized to water plants on the property. The center will employ geo-thermal technology for heating, and also include waterless urinals, low-energy lighting and solar panels.

Residential

» Morgan Hill Active Adult Community - Easton, PA