SERVICES
Martina Bacarella Architect is a boutique architecture practice focused on adaptive reuse, historic preservation, and strategic redevelopment. Our work spans bespoke private residences and catalytic community projects, guided by the belief that architecture should reinforce identity, restore value, and contribute to the long-term vitality of the places we serve.
With roots in New York City, we bring a high level of technical expertise to all projects. Many of our work is still in NYC, which has shaped our approach to understanding regulations, working with historic buildings, and delivering projects with care and attention to detail.
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Martina Bacarella Architect is a Certified SDB (Small Diverse Business) in Pennsylvania and Certified WBE (Women Business Enterprise) in New York State.
OUR SEVICES
New Construction
We design innovative, functional, and context-sensitive buildings tailored to each client’s goals and site conditions.
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Programming and space planning
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Feasibility studies and site analysis
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Sustainable and high-performance building design
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Building Information Modeling (BIM) and 3D visualization
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Interior architecture and finish selection
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Permit approvals and agency coordination
Adaptive Reuse and Redevelopment
We specialize in the adaptive reuse and redevelopment of underutilized industrial, institutional, and commercial buildings.
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Change-of-occupancy & code strategy
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Zoning and density analysis
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Feasibility & yield studies
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Historic tax credit coordination
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Accessibility upgrades for existing buildings
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Agency and municipal approvals
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Retail and streetscape integration
Historic Preservation
We approach preservation as a cultural stewardship and an viable economic pursuit.
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National Register of Historic Places nomination narratives and documentation
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Secretary of the Interior Standards compliance
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PHMC / SHPO coordination
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Facade, masonry, and exterior envelope rehabilitation
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Preservation planning and master planning
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Window and door restoration design
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Roofing restoration and replacement
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​Archival research and historical analysis
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Preservation narratives
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Integration of modern systems within historic structures
Planning & Consulting
In addition to design services, we provide strategic planning and advisory services to support long-term building performance and investment.
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Building condition assessments
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Capital improvement planning
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ADA evaluations
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Facility assessments
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Cost estimating and value engineering coordination
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Expert consultation and technical advisory services
Building Investigation & Existing Condition Analysis
Adaptive reuse begins with clarity. We coordinate destructive and non-destructive investigation to inform structural integrity, code compliance, and redevelopment feasibility.
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Structural probing & exploratory openings
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Masonry and envelope assessment
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Existing condition documentation
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Load analysis coordination
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Code & life safety review
Comprehensive Architectural Services
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Schematic Design
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Design Development
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Consultant Coordination
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Permitting & agency interface
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Construction Administration
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3D modeling & visualization
Pre-development
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Zoning & regulatory review
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Code and egress analysis
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Yield studies
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Concept massing
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Funding alignment support