Perelman Center for
Advanced Medicine,
Raymond and Ruth Perelman
Civic Center Blvd
Phase: Completed
Planning Strategy:
A state-of-the-art, outpatient facility adjacent to the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania. In addition to providing access to world-class medical care for Philadelphia’s residents, the new center also improves the economic health of the city by creating new jobs.
Program:
CAM will house the University of Pennsylvania Health System’s Abramson Cancer Center, radiation oncology, cardiovascular medicine and an outpatient surgical pavilion.
A unique architectural feature of the building is the glass atrium at the core of the Center, admitting generous natural light and serving as a public gathering and organizing element.
Total Project Cost:
$300,000,000
Area:
360,000 GSF
Completion:
2008
Architect(s):
Perkins Eastman
Rafael Viñoly Architects PC
Project Manager:
UPHS
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