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Maryland is brimming with unique spaces of all varieties. These 30 locations were selected by The Daily Record’s editors as Maryland’s Coolest Spaces 2020 following nominations from our readers. 2020

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Ammon Heisler Sachs Architects Child Abuse Center mmon Heisler Sachs Architects’ ry as a nod to the cast-iron façade he Baltimore Child Abuse Center with purpose and gives families hope space is designed to foster cre- of the building; a work room with a waiting area has a welcoming, as they deal with traumatic circum- A ativity and connectivity for its layout table and materials library; a T friendly, warm and inviting de- stances. team, clients and community alike. main library with an eye-catching, sign to help calm and soothe clients Trees painted on the walls provide The building, built in 1871 and reha- blueprint-inspired map of Baltimore dealing with traumatic experienc- visitors with opportunities to look at bilitated in the 1980s, has an original on the wall; and a large break room, es. Families who come to the child art, consider nature and just relax. cast-iron façade that was manufac- called the Cake Room. abuse center are often in shock, White and yellow walls surround the tured in Baltimore. One can see exposed bearing walls dealing with abuse and violence, space. The space complements the old including homicide and other trag- throughout the original portion of The mission of Baltimore Child with the new and the industrial with ic events. The child abuse center’s Abuse Center is to provide victims of the office. During the restoration of the modern. Rustic reclaimed wood, space offers immediate comfort as child sexual abuse, trauma and other the building (which was also en- dark metals and stone countertops families wait to see a profession- Adverse Childhood Experiences in larged), floors were raised, leaving set a warmer tone for the space, al counselor. There are games, an Baltimore and their non-offending joist pockets indicating where the while a neutral palette offset with oversized dollhouse, a bookshelf caretakers with comprehensive fo- pops of color creates a branded ex- third floor met the top third of a sec- stocked with children’s books and a rensic interviews, medical treatment perience. ond floor masonry door opening— TV to offer distraction and bring joy. and mental health treatment, with a The space has several collaboration making it look like a fireplace. The colors strike a balance of warm, goal of preventing future trauma. Bal- zones: two huddle rooms, one locat- All of this creates conversation soothing tones: comfortable seats timore Child Abuse Center is a non- ed on the east side of the office and and invokes thought about how the are a calming blue, a natural green profit subsidiary of LifeBridge Health. the other on the west, named East building was constructed. The large, and a warm orange. Inviting furni- Year after year, Baltimore Child Egg and West Egg for once-Balti- arched windows in the historical ture and a beautiful oversized wall Abuse Center helps approximate- more resident F. Scott Fitzgerald’s part of the building let ample day- mosaic embrace those who enter the ly 1,000 children and their families novel “The Great Gatsby”; a main light into the office, allowing natural space. The Baltimore Child Abuse by providing free services to ensure conference room named The Found- light to fill the space. Center’s waiting area was designed a healthy recovery.

Clearview Group Clifton Mansion - Johns Hopkins’ tepping off the elevator and into clients, prospects and recruits. country home Clearview Group’s bright and Clearview Group’s Owings Mills lo- he Clifton Mansion was originally The city bought the mansion and S open reception area, employees cation has been recognized as a “cool built in 1802 as a Georgian-style grounds from Johns Hopkins Univer- and visitors get a glimpse of what the space” since its initial buildout in 2016, T stone mansion by Baltimore mer- sity in 1895. entire space has to offer. Guests are the firm recently made a significant chant Henry Thompson, who served Today the mansion hosts Civic immediately drawn to the company’s investment into the office building by as captain of the First Baltimore Works, a nonprofit that provides job multicolored logo affixed to a custom almost doubling its footprint. Months Horse Artillery in the War of 1812. training, skills development and mill work wall with funky furniture ac- of careful planning before the renova- The building was later purchased by community service opportuni- cents and custom decorative glass to tion produced a fresh and energized famed philanthropist Johns Hopkins, ties. Civic Works has hosted Ghost complement. new look and feel for the CPA and who transformed the mansion into a Tours (with restless ghosts who have Employees enjoy the headquarter’s management consulting firm’s home Victorian-era Italian villa that served a past with the mansion), a visit by expansive “Grit & Grind” lounge area base in early 2020. Elements of the as his summer estate. Charles Dickens to read his “Christ- for team lunches and happy hours. new build include collaborative huddle In recent years, major efforts have mas Carol” while guests sipped was- Complete with a fully stocked beer rooms with whiteboard walls and fun, been made to begin restoring the fridge, Grit & Grind boasts a grand activity-filled spaces, including a golf mansion to its original glory. sail and nibbled Victorian treats, and marble island countertop full of com- simulator room. A grand staircase, sitting room, a Victorian Valentine’s Tea complete plimentary groceries and also hosts Leadership wanted to ensure that lobby, wrap-around porch, 80- with hostesses in costume from the Ping-Pong, darts and pool playing ar- the new office space reflected the foot tower and landscaping bring 1860s. eas, along with seven large screen TVs company culture and supported plans amazement to all who enter. Even It’s cool to imagine what the house that display sports, news and stock for future growth. In mixing various the rooms that are not yet restored was like in the 1800s and to explore market updates daily. In addition to be- unique media and adventurous visu- offer historical and magical sites for all that the house can be now: a home ing a favorite destination for the firm’s als throughout the space, the goal was events of all kinds, including wed- for philanthropy, community service employees, this space has proven in- to create an environment that would dings, meetings, parties, fundraisers and a place where Baltimore families valuable as a venue for entertaining leave employees with a sense of pride. and more. can continue to make memories. 4 Maryland’s Coolest Spaces March 27, 2020

Downtown Partnership of Baltimore Employment Background Investigations: Office EBI Inc. owntown Partnership plans major moments for smaller meetings, team or 25 years, Employment Back- coff ee lounge in the company’s head- economic development projects, lunches, or community events. Unlike ground Investigations Inc. has quarters in Owings Mills in memory of D events like Baltimore Restaurant most off ices, the space also includes F offered customized screening Leonard Robinson, who was known as Week, and has a staff of 100 people briefing theaters and locker rooms for solutions to business owners. The the “Route 29 Batman,” for the compa- company’s headquarters in Owings ny’s 25th birthday. who work mostly out on the streets uniformed staff . making downtown Baltimore clean- Mills has an incredibly modern and The company opened the LBR Bat- The off ices provide an excellent view er and more friendly. The organiza- cool design. man4Ever Lounge on Nov. 14, 2019. of downtown Baltimore. A glass-en- tion also helps developers navigate Some of the highlights of the space, Founded in 1994, EBI is one of the closed meeting room encourages the permitting and municipal processes which opened in 2017 and was de- largest background screening firms in flow of natural light into the space. and works on attracting and retaining signed by Marti Kurland, are a micro the country and is the only company Bright paint colors make for an invit- food market with healthy food and businesses in the downtown area. It that has been named to HRO Today ing work environment for employees. snack options, gourmet coff ee break Magazine’s Pre-Employment Screen- also has a research team that com- rooms, a wellness room, a TV studio ing Baker’s Dozen List of top back- piles and publishes data on sectors of Downtown Partnership also is in- for the company’s screening news net- ground screeners nine times. downtown’s economy, including key volved with First Thursdays concerts, Charm City Circulator, and the annual work, a training and learning facility EBI specializes in the development, movements in retail, tourism, and both and numerous collaboration rooms. implementation and management of monument lighting in Mount Vernon. commercial and residential real estate. The office features three different comprehensive and customized em- The partnership also manages the The off ices need to be flexible enough custom coff ee stations, the “Record ployment screening programs for to hold corporate meetings, and rau- Bromo Arts and Entertainment District Room,” many themed conference more than 5,000 clients in more than cous employee of the month lunches and works with property owners and rooms, a fully stocked kitchen and a 200 countries and territories world- for the partnership’s full staff . local organizations to find new homes wellness room for new moms. wide. EBI is a founding member of the The space is open and full of light for arts and entertainment venues in Last November, EBI CEO Richard National Association of Professional for big events, but has lots of private downtown Baltimore. Kurland dedicated a Batman-themed Background Screeners.

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Filbert Street Community Garden Gamberdella ilbert Street Garden is a gem of eating pests such as hornworms, amberdella, the family-owned that enables brides to video chat with Curtis Bay, at the southern tip ticks, wax moths and cucumber bee- wedding boutique founded in 1978, loved ones as they try on gowns. The F of Baltimore city. It is a commu- tles. At their peak, the chickens lay a Grecently renovated its space in a chic decorating touches elevate the nity-owned and operated garden, dozen eggs a day, which are distrib- 150-year-old house on Pennsylvania space to keep pace with advances Avenue in Towson. educational center, and community uted to the community. in the wedding market--and to help Since its beginning, Gamberdella brides feel special as they choose the gathering and event space. The garden also has a small flock has been a family business, employ- most important dress of their lives. The garden hosts the largest com- of ducks, which reduce garden ing dozens and dozens of family mem- Among the features at the bridal sa- munity beeyard in Maryland. Its hon- pests, provide delicious eggs -- and bers over the years. It is almost a rite lon are: eybees pollinate a three-mile radius teach waterfowl education. Two of passage for women in the family to • Four private dressing areas avail- around the garden, covering most of young geese provide protection to work at Gamberdella at some point in able to reserve by appointment, in- Curtis Bay, Brooklyn and Brooklyn the waterfowl flock by running off their lives. cluding one large area available for Park. The master beekeeper accepts predators. In addition, two dwarf Mary Gamberdella and her mother, larger parties. apprentices each year to assist in goats clear brush around the gar- Rita, founded the shop decades ago • State-of-the-art audio system al- the beeyard and to learn the art of den in areas where they are allowed with just 400 square feet of space. In lowing control of music from a phone apiculture. Honey is sold to commu- to pasture. Both goats are pregnant early 2018, Mary Gamberdella reached in the dressing area. out to her cousin, Brian Rogers, to help • Video and communication tech- nity members and local businesses. and expecting in late winter. The gar- develop and execute a plan to inno- nology allowing virtual connections to The garden is home to a range of den is a beautiful, critical asset for vate and redefine the bridal business friends and family or dress designers. wildlife and domestic livestock, in- the Curtis Bay community, provid- for the next 40 years. The renovation • Digital photography and green cluding a mixed flock of chickens. ing fresh produce and eggs, honey gutted the 5,000-square-foot house to screen capability let brides make Many of the hens are rescue birds and, most important, access to a vi- create a three-story showroom. keepsake images. from hoarding situations or former brant green space in an industrial, Gamberdella added high-tech up- • Separate areas in the salon dedicat- strays. The chickens wander around, stressed area. grades, including a 72-inch screen ed to bridesmaids and mothers.

Guinness Open Gate Brewery Nursery he Guinness Open Gate Brewery ry and is integral to the area. It is just lue Water Baltimore’s Herring rivers, streams and harbor to foster a is on the site of the historic Calvert off the Civil War trail and even has a Run Nursery specializes in healthy environment, a strong econ- T distillery in Baltimore County, 10 protected, pre-Civil War graveyard on B plants native to Maryland and omy and thriving communities. miles from downtown Baltimore and its grounds. the Chesapeake Bay watershed. It’s Baltimore’s waterways have been 30 miles northeast of Washington. Geographically, the site is fantasti- a funky pop-up garden shop locat- plagued by trash, toxins, sewage and The distillery, originally called the cally situated, with several large cities ed on donated land at the city’s Mt. polluted stormwater. These prob- Pleasant Golf Course. Maryland Distilling Company, was the within a 300-mile radius of the brew- lems do more than harm our envi- On offer are more than 250 na- first opened after Prohibition in Mary- ery and excellent transport links, by air, ronment; they threaten the health tive species of trees, shrubs, vines, land, in 1933. rail, sea and road. and well-being of residents, commu- flowers and more for both retail and For decades it distilled barrel-aged It’s also a large brownfield site with nities and local businesses. Blue Wa- wholesale customers. Plants vary and bottled several spirits brands, no- wonderful history and heritage and ter Baltimore works to change this. week to week and season to season. tably Lord Calvert Whisky. In 2001, the enormous potential to be redeveloped. The nursery is located between In addition to plants, the nursery site was acquired by Diageo as part of The brewing industry in Maryland sells organic compost, potting soil Loch Raven Boulevard and Northern the purchase of Seagram’s, and spirits is growing fast, with several notable and rain barrels. Nursery staff and Parkway. Look for nursery signs near aging and bottling continued at scale breweries making a name for them- volunteer master gardeners are on the entrance by the stone house. until 2015 (and actually continues to selves locally and nationally. hand during retail sales to provide During normal business hours, this day as a live production site). The brewery also boasts the 1817 expert advice on using native plants parking at the nursery gate is re- The site itself is almost 62 acres in restaurant, named for the year Guin- for all types of gardens and land- stricted to volunteers and customers size and is adjacent to Route 1 and ness sent its first shipment from Ire- scapes. All proceeds from sales sup- with accessibility needs and limited minutes from the I-95, I-195 and I-895 land to America. It offers a full menu port Blue Water Baltimore. mobility. All other customers should freeways, and four miles from BWI In- of appetizers, entrees, beer, cocktails Blue Water Baltimore’s mission is park in marked areas of the Hillen ternational Airport. It has a long histo- and desserts. to restore the quality of Baltimore’s Road parking lot. 6 Maryland’s Coolest Spaces March 27, 2020

Historic Trentham Mansion, Devaney Humanim, America Brewery Building & Assoc. he American Brewery building is creating over 300 new jobs primari- magine waking up every day and couple also ran a boarding school a rare surviving example of 19th- ly filled by community members and going to work at an 18th-centu- for boys on the grounds. The orig- century brewery architecture – it residents of Baltimore, and started five ry mansion that is rumored to be T I inal home was damaged by a fire in was built in 1863, rebuilt in 1887, closed social impact businesses to provide haunted by the spirit of a former res- 1857 and rebuilt in 1860; however, the in 1973, donated to the city in 1977 and training and employment for residents ident. This unique scenario is a work- octagonal bathhouse that still sits at restored in 2009. who are experiencing barriers to em- day reality for the women of Devaney the mansion’s entrance dates to 1747 This east Baltimore landmark boasts ployment. & Associates, a full-service advertis- and has been restored to preserve the a late Victorian architectural style, In addition to workspaces and off ices, ing, marketing and public relations building’s rich history and design. 80% of the original wood window the American Brewery building serves agency in Owings Mills. The agency modified the mansion frames and wood structure, exposed as an event space, hosting events from The agency has called the Trentham to fit a business environment and to brick, as well as high ceilings and an community organizations to corporate Mansion home since June 2015; how- reflect its style while preserving the open floor plan throughout. gatherings. Since the restoration in ever, the historic house still remains a The restoration of the American 2009, the building has won numerous mansion’s history. The agency’s art di- key part of Baltimore County’s archi- Brewery building became the project awards for historic preservation and rectors played a key role in personal- tectural history. of Humanim, a nonprofit organization architecture and has been a featured izing the workspace with custom light The estate was built in 1746 by Rev. from Columbia. After lying vacant location of Doors Open Baltimore. Thomas Cradock on top of the land fixtures and vibrant color schemes and for more than 30 years, the building Humanim wanted to place its pro- that was given to him as dowry when décor that adorns the walls and floors. was identified by Humanim as a po- grams and services within the com- he married High Sheriff John Risteau’s Features in the off ice include sound- tential site for its Baltimore opera- munity that it was serving. The brew- daughter, Catherine Risteau. Cradock proof floral panels in the conference tions in 2005. Later, in 2006, the terms ery sits in the middle of the Broadway named the building after the Free room, a loft with a clawfoot bathtub were set for what would become an East neighborhood. Due to its central School of Trentham in Staff ordshire, and a Sandtown Millworks table made award-winning, $25 million project to location and services provided, the England, where he had taught. out of wood reclaimed from old Balti- restore and renovate the building. Brewery is seen by urban planners as Besides living in the mansion, the more row houses. Humanim took occupancy in 2009, an anchor for community.

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Lord Baltimore Hotel McClintock Distilling riginally built in 1928 and designed historical, eponymous six Lords Balti- he Carroll Creek section of Fred- was originally one of the first auto in the French Renaissance style, more and the hotel’s business travel- erick has seen a boom in the in- mechanic garages in the mid-Atlan- O the Lord Baltimore towers over ers. The history is shown throughout Tnovative use of old spaces. The tic and worked on electric vehicles the Baltimore skyline at 23 stories. with original Baccarat crystal chan- McClintock Distilling company is no (before the Model T even came out), The historic hotel, listed on the Na- deliers and murals in the Calvert Ball- different. so it was nice to see it restored to an tional Register of Historic Places, room and the original lobby ceiling. Located in a 100-year-old mechan- industrial space.” features a brick veneer over a steel Every detail of the Lord Baltimore ic’s garage, McClintock made the The restored building sits along frame, offers 440 new guest rooms Hotel is rich in historical and architec- most of the historic space. In an Carroll Creek, allowing for easy foot and suites, including four unique cus- tural significance, all coming together interview with the Frederick News traffic to the distilling company’s tom-designed full-floor 3,000 square- to create one of the most unique and Post, part-owner Braeden Bum- retail store and beautiful photo op- foot penthouse suites with panoramic interesting hotels in downtown Balti- pers touched on just some of what portunities for the many weddings views of downtown Baltimore. more. Guests arriving through the re- McClintock did when converting the hosted on-site. Following a complete renovation and volving doors are greeted by a magnif- space. The distillery features a closed-loop restoration spearheaded by New York- icent lobby featuring a beautiful grand “We worked to restore our histor- cooling system that recirculates wa- based interior designer Scott Sanders, piano, classic oil paintings, polished ic 105-year-old building to its orig- ter to help cool the still. It also has a formerly a designer for Ralph Lauren, brass and an award-winning vaulted inal condition, while adding some holding tank in the production area all guest rooms and public spaces fea- fresco ceiling with an immense Mura- modern amenities in the process,” where it stores water for reuse. ture authentic and unique designs in no glass chandelier. he said. “We love the aesthetic of The distillery is named for McClin- Sanders’ “New American Style.” The hotel is conveniently located the ‘Frederick Red’ brick walls and tock Young, a renowned inventor in Overall, the décor’s themes of gold in the transportation center of down- original steel trusses blended with the 1800s from Frederick. A cabin and gloss speak to its grand hotel her- town Baltimore, a two-minute walk our state-of-the-art distilling equip- connected with Young stands in the itage, while a soothing black-and-gray from and a short ment and some modern touches foothills outside Frederick, and one mix of menswear fabrics accented by walk from the Baltimore Convention we installed for the weddings and of the company’s owners was given bright colors pays homage to both the Center, the and stadiums. events we hold here. The building stewardship of the cabin.

National Investment Center for Seniors Notre Dame Prep School, Innovation Housing & Care Wing hen the National Investment double barn door at the multi-purpose or nearly 150 years, Notre Dame to have a life-size table); media arts Center for Seniors Housing and room entry, and all phone rooms have Prep has remained rooted in the center; classrooms dedicated to ar- W Care (NIC) worked with Mazzu- sliding doors as well. F tradition of an outstanding liberal chitecture and design and to cyberse- ca Contracting Inc. on its new office The kitchen is also a favorite, com- arts education while also being re- curity and computer science; two new space it was a standout project for plete with diagonal backsplash, a sponsive to the educational needs of classrooms for the Bette Ellis O’Conor Mazzuca. The space was originally a beautiful two-tiered island and a break the times. Humanities Program that provide the 10,270- square-foot shell to be turned area with open seating as well as win- The all-girls Catholic school opened space and flexibility to co-locate the into an open concept office space, dow seating. a 23,500-square-foot Innovation Wing school’s upper-level English, religion to students at the end of January. A complete with kitchen and multiple NIC is a nonprofit organization and social studies departments; two formal dedication will be held at a lat- art galleries; recording studio; large collaboration areas. whose mission is to support access er date. The space leverages NDP’s gathering area; and the largest en- NIC moved into the location in 2019. and choice for America’s seniors by already-strong STEAM (science, tech- closed courtyard on campus The new space included three confer- providing data, analytics, and connec- nology, engineering, arts and math) Classes planned for the area include ence rooms, one large multi-purpose tions that bring together investors and and liberal arts curricula and provides various advance placement courses, room with an operable partition to split providers. It was established in 1991. a dedicated space for interdisciplinary digital media, engineering principles, if needed, six huddle spaces, six phone Mazzuca is a full-service general con- and specialized STEAM studies as well engineering design, civil engineering rooms, a wellness room, writable & tractor specializing in fast-track com- as classes in its Humanities program. and structures, aerospace engineer- magnetic walls and multiple work- mercial construction. Its main initiative The three-story building features ing and aviation, architecture, medical rooms and open collaboration spaces is to provide the means, ingenuity and sleek lines, cool functions and consists illustrations, anatomy and physiology, throughout. One of the coolest parts opportunities to improve the quality of of the following: A two-story fabrica- intro to sports medicine, genetics of of this project is the use of sliding life of every employee. Happy, satisfied tion lab; medical suite (including an biotechnology, infectious disease, bio- barn doors throughout the space; the and fulfilled employees are productive anatomage table, a virtual dissection medical engineering, biology of cancer contractor installed a graphic covered ones. table; the first high school in Maryland and various courses in the humanities. 8 Maryland’s Coolest Spaces March 27, 2020

Point Breeze Credit Union Quinn Evans Architects, Baltimore Headquarters Lobby uinn Evans, formerly known as exterior walls. ecognizing its members’ changing also features private office spaces that Cho Been Holback + Associates, The workplace design explores the needs and behavior, Point Breeze have glass front walls and large picture has been on the same floor of the notion of “working away from your Credit Union made the decision Q R windows, provide an open, welcoming office building at 100 N. Charles Street desk” and fostering collaboration by several years ago to break with tra- environment while simultaneously of- since 2001. After being acquired in creating a variety of spaces, ranging dition by using its branch lobbies to fering members the privacy to discuss 2017, the firm renovated its office from a 16-foot collaboration bar in the focus less on transactions and more specific financial needs with a trusted space in 2019 but worked to maintain kitchen to breakout spaces throughout on the customer experience. adviser in a personal, meaningful way. the same culture. the design studios. A large glazed ga- Point Breeze’s recently remodeled The lobby walls feature digital sig- The full-floor office renovation cre- rage door provides flexible separation Hunt Valley lobby – part of an exten- nage and large-screen monitors pro- ates a 21st-century workplace for the between a working conference room sive renovation and expansion that viding information about various finan- architect/design tenant in the icon- and the café area to allow scalable will double the size of its current Hunt cial services and member benefits, as ic 100 N. Charles Street office tower meetings and large events. Valley facility with a new two-story, originally designed by the renowned Architectural finishes draw cues from well as local headlines, weather infor- 20,000-square-foot addition – offers a architect Mies van der Rohe. The de- both the iconic Mies building as well mation and news about Point Breeze’s great case in point. sign celebrates the legacy of the icon- as the city. Digitally fabricated pan- community involvement. Members can The change from a traditional branch ic mid-century modernist building els, manufactured by past client and model to a new “dialogue banking” help themselves to coffee at self-ser- by exposing the waffle slab concrete frequent collaborator, Open Works, service model is evident the minute a vice Keurigs, and use automated teller deck as a finished ceiling, polishing adorn the lobby and abstract the pat- Point Breeze member enters the lobby. machines for quick financial transac- the original concrete subfloor and del- tern of the waffle slab ceiling. Clusters Members are welcomed by a service tions. icately “touching” the exterior walls of small meeting rooms, distributed specialist who is able to handle most The new, tech-savvy lobby certain- and ceiling. Daylight and views to through the space, are clad in plywood of the member’s needs. ly qualifies as a “cool space” that has the city beyond are intentionally cel- engraved with the city map. Colorful The teller counter has been replaced helped to position Point Breeze for fu- ebrated throughout and every space graphics are laser-cut into the carpet by individual workstations. The lobby ture growth. maintains a visual connection to the flooring.

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Ronald McDonald House Sky Stage, Frederick Arts Council Charities Maryland n 2010, a pre-Revolutionary War port the spiraling plants. Rainwater is everal years ago, the Ronald Mc- meet the needs of families who come building in Frederick’s historic dis- collected from an adjacent roof and Donald House had a waiting list to the House. Every detail was careful- trict was damaged by a major fire that topped 600 families a year. I stored in a cistern to irrigate the plants S ly created with families and children and left without a roof. The organization had an idea for a and trees. in mind. Six years later, the plywood boards new space and launched a campaign The new space includes: Clark collaborated with the Mas- on the doors and windows were re- to build that dream and broke ground • strategically-designed community sachusetts Institute of Technology’s moved to reveal Artist Heather The- in May 2017. spaces that promote interaction Digital Structures research group, The Ronald McDonald House Char- resa Clark’s “Sky Stage.” Her work among guests; which designed and engineered the ities of Maryland’s new facility is a • a meditation room; transformed the boarded property into sculpture’s complex wooden lattice home away from home for families • a teen and young adult room; one of the coolest event spaces in the with custom geometry-generating al- who come to Maryland seeking med- • a student classroom space and state. ical treatment for their children at one family business center; Framed by historic stone walls, Sky gorithms. of five area medical facilities. • an outdoor playground area with Stage’s open-air theater seats an au- Frederick Arts Council oversees the The new house is barely 1 year old adjacent picnic and dining area; dience of 140 people among trees. The day-to-day operations of the theater. and more than doubles the capacity • a kids-only magic room; centerpiece of Sky Stage is a digital- Together, they are facilitating local res- of the old house, with 54 family guest • laundry and exercise facilities; ly-designed two-story sculpture with idents and community groups to run rooms. It includes nine suites for bone • a private kitchen and dining space ribbons of drought-resistant plants creative endeavors within the histor- marrow and transplant patients and 45 for immune-suppressed families; and ic shell. Working with the public, Sky standard guest rooms. • a roof top terrace. that twist and wind through a wood- The house is known as Disney World Most importantly, the house no lon- en lattice and the building’s doors and Stage offers drama, music, children’s meets grandma’s house. The beauti- ger has to turn families away who are windows. State of the art green roof storytime, art classes, dance, history, ful, spacious facility was customized to in need of a place to stay. technology has been modified to sup- literature and film.

TBC The Center Club hat makes the TBC office space its team of designers to see how ocated on the 15th and 16th floors Chartered in 1962, The Center Club cool? they thoughtfully laid out and cu- of the tallest building in Baltimore, opened in 1963 on Charles Street. In First of all, there is a full-size The Center Club provides some of W L the past 55 years, The Center Club rated every inch of their 25,000- Cessna airplane hanging in the middle the most spectacular views of the city. square-foot new headquarters space has transformed from a lunch club for of the space. The space allows for a diverse selec- with such imagination and detail. top-level executives from a small num- TBC is an innovative advertising firm tion of rooms for any and all events. From a physical perspective, the space ber of large corporations to a mem- and the space is a total representation On the 15th floor, you can find our bership of more than 2,000 men and boasts over 20-foot high ceilings, mas- of who it is as a company and the cul- smaller private room space, main din- women from all sizes of industries and sive windows and skylights, a mez- ture the staff embraces. The building ing room with views of the Inner Har- enterprises from around the state. zanine level with quiet sitting areas, is located on the Natty Boh Campus bor and Baltimore stadiums, as well as In 1986, the club moved to 100 Light foosball, and wood and rope swings (former National Bohemian Brewery) Bar 100, perfect for a midweek happy Street, where it’s been for more hanging from the rafters. in Canton in Baltimore. hour or a weekend gathering. than 30 years. In 2009, it completed a Oh yeah, and from the mezzanine you The 20,000 square foot office opened In our newly renovated 16th floor nearly $3 million renovation of the 15th in the fall of 2019. have quite a view in to the cockpit of space you will find the casual glamour floor. In 2015, The Orioles Pub opened The firm’s real estate broker em- the plane. The real estate broker said of the Orioles Pub and our larger ball- on the 16th floor thanks to a gift from barked on a more than two-year “I have done a lot deals in my career, room space to accommodate gather- Orioles owner Peter Angelos. In 2018, journey to find the perfect space. It but very few come close to the creativ- ings such as corporate parties, large the 16th floor was renovated, creating was unbelievable to be able to work ity and coolness factor that this space meetings, weddings and other social space for corporate and social events so closely with the ownership and has .” events. of up to 400 people. 10 Maryland’s Coolest Spaces March 27, 2020

The Forge, Dundalk Renaissance The Historic Paulton he Forge is Dundalk’s newest events. chochor, Federico and Staton, a floating carved grand semi-circu- development center offering It is managed by the Dundalk Re- P.A. has called a historic town- lar staircase and a whole lot more. T Dundalk a place to grow its busi- naissance Corporation, a nonprofit S house home for more than 30 Many original furniture pieces and nesses and its community. It offers community development organiza- years. the original parquet floors remain. event space for meetings, trainings, The Historic Paulton is a brown- tion dedicated to revitalizing great- There are large mirrors that reflect sales events and business parties stone mansion built by Benjamin er Dundalk. The corporation was the stained glass windows. The fire- in a modern facility with access to Newcomber, who founded the Mer- formed in 2001 and is supported places feature carved oak mantels printing, Wi-Fi and streaming. cantile Trust Bank in Baltimore. It by government and private grants, above them and the ceilings are It has a retail incubation space for was his personal home, and he died sponsorships, individual donations frescoed. burgeoning entrepreneurs eager to here in 1901. His viewing was in his and bequests. The three-story red brick house is have their own brick and mortar lo- parlor, which is now the conference Businesses can rent space for three in the Mount Vernon area of Balti- cation without the risk of a long-term room. commitment. The Forge offers busi- months with access to window retail The building was built in 1884 and more and features brownstone trim- ness counseling classes and training space in the Dundalk Town Center, designed by the local architectural mings. The house changed hands in with Baltimore area professionals to conference rooms and other busi- firm of Wilson & Wilson, which de- the 20th century until it was divided aspiring and established entrepre- ness services. The retail space is re- signed many of the townhouses in into separate apartments. In 1986 neurs. quired to be open at least six hours that period. it was restored into a single office The Forge hosts social events for on the weekend. It features hand-carved Bavarian building and soon after Schochor, the community, including art exhib- The Forge is located in a collection moldings, fireplaces, high ceilings, Federico and Staton moved its Bal- its, history talks and performances. of 1920 buildings along the streets plaster moldings, original stained timore office to the location. Community groups are encouraged in part of the Historic Dundalk Town glass windows (thought to be Tif- The company features the three or- to use The Forge for meetings and Center. fany), a stained glass large skylight, nate front windows in its logo.

The John and Frances Angelos Law The Temple: A Paul Mitchell Center, University of Baltimore Partner School he John and Frances Angelos Law Ayers/Saint/Gross on the design fol- fter the Freemasons moved are the backdrop for original murals Center opened in 2013. It is part of lowing an international competition. their temple to a new location in and hand-blown fixtures from local the University of Baltimore cam- Construction started in June of 2010. Frederick in 1999, the old space T A artists. pus in central Baltimore. The building features a central atri- has found a new use. The 12-story facility, at the northeast um with lots of natural light, greenery The school offers several standout One of the most prestigious and corner of North Charles Street and and areas for quiet contemplation and features. West Mount Royal Avenue, houses group interaction. There is a 300-seat fashionable private career schools, The modern and urban feel is per- all of the school’s clinics, centers and mock courtroom and event space, The TEMPLE: A Paul Mitchell Part- classrooms and provides many op- 15 classrooms, nearly 30 large- and fect for showcasing the building’s ner School opened its doors in 2005 tions for indoor and outdoor study. small-group study areas as well as historic beauty. It’s part of a 50-block The light-filled building was des- the 32,000-square-foot library. and since then has helped more district that is rich with architectural ignated LEED Platinum by the U.S. It is designed to be one of the green- than 1,700 students become suc- Green Building Council. Interior walls est buildings in Baltimore, and there and developmental interests. are mostly glass, to facilitate collab- are a number of environmentally cessful working professionals. The building was first planned oration and transparency as we go friendly features as the building is de- Housed in a 15,000-square-foot, on May 29, 1899, and the corner- about the business of teaching and signed to capture and spread natural 100-year-old Masonic Temple in the stone was laid on April 12, 1901. The studying law. Bright citrus colors and light as much as possible. During the interesting angles, including sever- three years of construction, project heart of downtown Frederick, the building was dedicated on Dec. al open spiral staircases, make the partners recycled at least 50% of con- beauty school is an urban icon and 2, 1902. About 100 years later the struction materials. There is a rainwa- space inviting and invigorating. active venue for the arts and com- Masons started work on their new The University of Baltimore picked ter harvesting system that captures Behnisch Architekten of Stuttgart, and repurposes runoff and reduces munity events. The exposed brick building, and the school moved into Germany, along with Baltimore’s overall water use. walls of our salon and classrooms the space in 2005. March 27, 2020 Maryland’s Coolest Spaces 11

Ulman House, The Ulman Foundation Vision, The Chasen Companies lman House is not only an awe- Inside the house, you will find lots ision, the newest coworking Vision is also a community hub some resource for young adults, of natural light, a modern kitchen, space to arrive in Federal Hill, -- the conference room doubles as it’s also a unique building with nine suites, a laundry room, a full offers a mix of privacy for pro- U V a “professional ping pong table,” lots of character. Cancer patients gym and a music room. Ulman ductivity and community space for members gather daily in the com- ages 15-39 can stay for free at Ulman House promotes holistic healing is collaboration. Converted from an old House with their caregivers while re- through music. The BoStrong mu- munity kitchen, lounge and the lobby office building, the 11,000-square-foot ceiving treatment in Baltimore. This sic room, operated by the BoStrong -- complete with a swing -- and via space is amenity-rich, and offers an young adult hospitality house is a Foundation, offers live music. regular Friday happy hours. hip, youthful space with lots of sun- The community that develops at exclusive setting to work for the day The coworking space is just steps shine. Ulman House makes it a cool space. or permanently via your own private from the Charles Street restaurant With a silver LEED certification, Ul- It’s not the handmade reclaimed office (with a nap space). Also avail- man House combines the restored wood dining table that makes din- able are executive suites, each with a and bar district, as well as Cross original exterior with a brand new ner special; it’s the breaking of bread personal kitchen, bathroom, shower, Street Market, M&T Bank Stadium, modern interior. with fellow cancer fighters and vol- Camden Yards and the Inner Harbor. Originally six row homes, five unteers that creates memorable mo- washer/dryer and gas fireplace. Managed by Chasen Companies, of those homes were purchased ments. It’s not the grand piano or the Client entertaining is easy with on- through East Baltimore Develop- tin can ukulele that makes the music site amenities that include a modern the facility has options for member- ment Inc. for $1 each. The final row room unique; it’s the laughter shared indoor/outdoor event space, virtual ships and day passes. Chasen owns, home was purchased from a private over a botched note that makes us golf simulator, multiple indoor/out- builds and manages luxury multi- owner and donated to the Ulman all feel human. It’s not the original door lounges, on-site gourmet coffee family, commercial and single-family Foundation. The house was decon- marble stoops that make Ulman properties. It specializes in designs structed from the inside, leaving the House stand out; it’s the reciprocal cafe, and a luxury co-working space original Baltimore stoops and stars relationships that make this house a with business speed Wi-Fi. There’s that maintain the historic heritage of on the brick exterior. (temporary!) home. even an in-house barber. their locations.

Visit Baltimore Yakabod at Union Knitting Mills he Visit Baltimore offices feature School No. 215 create and dedicate a akabod is a software company cently extended Carroll Creek Linear artwork and furniture through- mural of a prominent African-Ameri- teaching an old building new Park. The $15.7 public pathway im- T out the space that was created can figure with ties to Baltimore. Y tricks. provement and beautification proj- by local artists. This was intentional, Two large tables were built by Any- In 2018, the company moved in as ect was designed to pull foot traffic as the organization wanted to bring thing Wood & Metal and Sandtown the first major anchor of the mas- towards Frederick’s rapidly develop- a true sense of Baltimore into the Furniture. sive adaptive reuse project at the ing east side and encourage private office so it can celebrate the city it Staff photography – employees ‘Union Knitting Mills’– a more than markets and sells every day. ventures, including the renovation of submitted artwork of their own of 50,000-square-foot building that A few highlights around the office the once-abandoned Mill building. classic Baltimore establishments include: once functioned as a woman’s ho- The Union Mills building first around town. Selected printed pho- Baltimore Rowhouse – a mural by siery factory. opened in the 1800s and was the tographs include Camden Yards, Kelly Walker, Artstar Custom Paint- The tech company has a saying that home of the Union Manufacturing , Visitor Center West works. This mural greets visitors its software should “work the way it Company, which produced hosiery Shore Park and Rash Field. when they arrive to the Visit Balti- ought to,” and it has been wildly suc- and other similar products. The Graffiti Alley – Mural created by more offices and is inspired by the cessful in finding the perfect balance building has become a bit of a tech- row homes across the city of Balti- Nether. The meeting room was de- of showcasing the historic features nology hub as the area finds new more. signed to celebrate the mission of of the building while accommodat- uses. Thurgood Marshall and Billie Holi- Graffiti Alley and the creatives who ing the needs of its future-focused day artwork – by students of High- call Baltimore home. Nether is a Bal- Yakabod used to be located over- landtown Elementary/Middle School timore-born and based street artist work. looking Frederick’s Square Corner. No. 215. Each year in celebration of and mural painter driven by beautifi- In addition to the building’s own But it outgrew the space and had to Black History Month, the students of cation and strategic action aimed at historic appeal, the Yakabod office find a new space to meet its growing Highlandtown Elementary/Middle sparking conversation. attractively sits facing Frederick’s re- needs. S A VE T H E D A T E !

May 21, 2020 September 17, 2020 BWI Hilton Leadership in Law recognizes Maryland’s legal professionals – lawyers and Gertrude’s at The The VIP list recognizes Maryland’s leaders who are 40 years old or younger based judges – whose dedication to their occupation and to their communities is on their professional accomplishments, community service and a commitment to outstanding. This event also honors up-and-coming lawyers through the inspiring change. They are selected by an outside panel of judges, including Generation JD award and identifies exemplary careers through the Lifetime previous winners and business leaders. Achievement Award.

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2 0 2 S 0 D RE R A WA DE S A June 1, 2020 R RA NKING Grand Lodge of Maryland October 2020 Influential Marylanders honors individuals who have made a significant American Visionary Art Museum impact in their field and are influential leaders for their organization. The Daily Record readers nominated, voted for and support these Honorees are selected by The Daily Record's editors for significant outstanding organizations. contributions in their field. Three-time winners are inducted into the Circle of Influence.

November 2, 2020 Health Care BWI Hilton Most Admired CEO honors talented business CEOs and nonprofit leaders whose leadership and vision are admired by those around them. June 25, 2020 Three-time winners are inducted into the Circle of Influence. Sheraton Baltimore North Hotel Health Care Heroes will be honoring those organizations and individuals that have made an impact on the quality of health care within Maryland. Categories include: Advancements in Health Care, Community Outreach, November 9, 2020 Health Education Hero, Lifetime Achievement, Mid-Level Provider of the The Center Club Year, Nurse of the Year, Physician of the Year, Volunteer of the Year and Excellence in Construction & Real Estate celebrates the individuals and companies Workplace Wellness Program. who are changing the landscape of the Maryland region through design, construction, project management, lending, innovation and more. These individuals and organizations are creating jobs, building healthy spaces, helping families and companies achieve their dreams, and leading the way toward growth and prosperity for the community.

July 27, 2020 Renaissance Baltimore Hotel Maryland’s Top 100 Women recognizes high-achieving Maryland women who are making an impact through their leadership, community service and December 2020 mentoring. Three-time winners are inducted into the Circle of Excellence. TBD Leading Women celebrates women who are age 40 or younger for the tremendous accomplishments they have made so far in their careers. They are selected based on professional community involvement and a commit- ment to inspiring change.

August 18, 2020 Towson University The Women’s Leadership Summit will convene Top 100 Women, Leading December 14, 2020 Women and Maryland’s network of women professionals to learn about The Center Club important topics facing women in business today, give back to the commu- The Icon Honors award recognizes Maryland business leaders over the age nity and create mentoring relationships. of 60 for their notable success and demonstration of strong leadership both within and outside of their chosen field.

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