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Kimberly is the Director of Design at Drexel University where she is oversees the capital construction on the main campus. She manages the design and construction process for most new buildings and assists the Associate VP of Planning and Design with campus planning and other initiatives. She also works closely with local government entities, stakeholders and city services to coordinate and improve the campus construction.
Kimberly is also a founding Partner at RKM Architects, an award winning design practice located in the Fishtown section of Philadelphia. Although not involved with daily activities she frequently assists with the programming and design of projects as well as office administration. Versed in construction management and programming Kim provides further depth of experience working with contractors and local government.
Kim is a member of the American Institute of Architects, Association of University Architects, and Society of College and University Planners.
Professional Experience
2001-Present Drexel University
Director of Design/project manager
- Raymond G Perelman Center for Jewish Life,
New building, 2016
- Kline Institute of Trial Advocacy,
Historic Renovation, 2016
- Dana and David Dornsife Center for Neighborhood Partnerships,
Historic Renovation, 2014
- Gerri G. LeBow College of Business,
New classroom and office building, 2013
- Papadakis Integrated Sciences Building.
New laboratory building, 2011
- Recreation Center
New building addition, 2009
- Thomas R. Kline School of Law
New classroom and office building, 2005
1996-2001 Burt Hill Kosar Rittelman Associates
Associate/Project Manager/Project Architect
- Edmund D. Bossone research building, Drexel University
- Caneris Hall, residence hall, Drexel University
- North Hall, residence hall, Drexel University
- Bristol Myers Squibb, interior renovation, New Jersey
- Residence hall existing conditions study, Drexel University
- Residence hall existing conditions study, University of Delaware
- American College office renovation
1990-1996 KPA Design Group
Project Architect/Designer
- KPMG interior office renovation, Philadelphia Pa
- UIU interior office renovation, Philadelphia Pa
- Graham Company, interior office renovation, Philadelphia Pa
1988-1990 Reichert-Facilides Architects
- Intern architect for several residential projects
Education:
- 1988 – Bachelor of Architecture, Pennsylvania State University
- 2004 – Masters in Business Administration, Drexel University