The Summit at University City

The Summit is a vibrant, mixed-use hub for student life in University City that blends the principles of high-rise design with the unique needs of student residents. The project features a variety of 2-4 bedroom apartment and suite style units with expansive views of campus and the Philadelphia skyline. The building responds to the character of the adjacent Powelton Village neighborhood with a low-rise retail storefront base that enhances the pedestrian experience on Lancaster Avenue, while rising to a tower in relation to the higher density University City towards campus.

The design team sought to activate the ground level of the building, emphasizing community spaces including a lobby lounge connected to a Starbucks, recreation and fitness center, theatre, and student success center. As an addition to both the university campus and the greater University City neighborhood, the building offers an engaging entry plaza and Urban Eatery, a full service dining facility that is open to the public. Urban Eatery features numerous themed eateries and a late night grab and go café.

University Drexel Univeristy

Location Philadelphia, PA

Building Size 585,000 SF, 1,315 beds

Awards

National Association of Home Builders (NAHB) Multifamily Pillars of the Industry Awards, Best Student Housing Rental Apartment Community

Urban Land Institute Philadelphia Willard G. “Bill” Rouse III Award for Excellence

Student Housing Innovator Award, Best Implementation of Mixed-Use