The Terrace at The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton transforms an existing outdoor amenity into an elevated gathering space overlooking Philadelphia’s City Hall and Dilworth Park. Designed for both everyday use and entertaining, the refreshed terrace combines durable exterior construction with hospitality-inspired amenities and custom architectural features.

Working alongside CosciaMoos Architecture, MJ Settelen Construction completed the renovation of the existing occupied roof terrace, incorporating a new custom pergola, outdoor kitchen and bar, gas fire pits, new pavers, specialty lighting, landscaping elements, and upgraded infrastructure throughout the space. The construction documents identify the project as a Level II alteration of the existing exterior occupied roof terrace, with the surrounding interior amenity spaces remaining operational and outside the project scope.

A defining feature of the terrace is the custom steel pergola, constructed with galvanized structural steel and wood-look aluminum battens. Its installation required careful coordination with the existing roof, paver, waterproofing, and structural systems.

The completed terrace provides residents with a sophisticated outdoor destination for gathering, dining, and relaxing while taking advantage of its distinctive Center City setting.

Construction Highlights

• 2,530 SF outdoor residential amenity renovation
• Custom galvanized steel pergola with wood-look aluminum battens
• Outdoor kitchen and high-counter bar seating
• Two outdoor gas grills
• Stainless-steel sink, undercounter refrigerator, and ice maker
• Multiple gas fire pits and outdoor gathering areas
• New precast pavers and adjustable pedestal system
• New and modified waterproofing coordinated with existing roof conditions
• Specialty exterior lighting and lighting controls
• New plumbing, gas piping, and electrical infrastructure
• Sculpture garden and water-table landscape feature
• Careful integration of new construction with the existing occupied residential amenity environment

An Outdoor Retreat in the Heart of Philadelphia

With views toward City Hall and Dilworth Park, the finished terrace creates an outdoor extension of The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton’s amenity experience. The combination of the custom pergola, outdoor kitchen, fire features, landscaping, and flexible seating areas creates a setting equally suited to casual relaxation and resident gatherings.

Project Team

Architect of Record: CosciaMoos Architecture
General Contractor: MJ Settelen Construction
Location: 1414 S. Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Photos: Sam Oberter Photography