The Terrace at The Residences at The Ritz-Carlton
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…
Read MoreNew Balance – Philadelphia, PA
Built to bring the brand to life, the New Balance Walnut Street location delivers an immersive retail experience, guiding customers through product, performance, and brand moments from entry to checkout. Situated along Philadelphia’s premier Walnut Street retail corridor, this brand-forward environment reinforces New Balance’s presence within one of the city’s most prominent shopping districts, transforming…
Read MoreLeo Restaurant & Bar – Kimmel Center
Coastal Mediterranean Dining Arrives at the Kimmel Center
Completed in Spring 2025, Leo Restaurant & Bar represents a sophisticated restaurant build-out within the iconic Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts on Philadelphia’s Avenue of the Arts. The project transformed an existing interior space into a vibrant, fine-dining environment designed around a lively bar and open kitchen concept.
The five-month renovation required a full interior construction scope, including custom millwork, feature lighting installations, and high-end finishes such as natural stone, warm wood, and brushed metal. Careful attention to detail and craftsmanship was essential to deliver the refined aesthetic and seamless functionality expected in a premier hospitality setting.
The completed space emphasizes openness and visibility, allowing guests to experience the culinary process while enjoying a warm, modern dining atmosphere that complements the Kimmel Center’s architectural character. Today, Leo Restaurant & Bar stands as a notable addition to Philadelphia’s dining scene and a showcase of high-quality hospitality construction.
Read MoreKimmel Center – Curtain Call Café & Lounge
Project Overview Located within Philadelphia’s iconic Kimmel Center for the Performing Arts, Curtain Call Café & Lounge was created to elevate the guest experience before performances, during intermission, and after the final applause. Opened in 2025, the newly renovated café and cocktail lounge reflects Ensemble Arts Philly’s continued investment in creating memorable experiences throughout its…
Read MoreBrickworks NYC
Brickworks New York City 5th Avenue location is home to a 16,000 square ft. global flagship Design Studio. MJ Settelen Construction engaged as construction manager on project with oversight on preconstruction and PMP for the construction phases spanning 18 months. Final scope for this project included full demotion, the fabrication and installation of an…
Read MoreThe Ritz Carlton of Philadelphia, PA
MJ Settelen Construction completed an extensive, multi-phased renovation of the historic Ritz-Carlton Philadelphia, transforming guestrooms, executive suites, meeting spaces, and signature hospitality areas throughout the 32-story luxury hotel. Spanning 18 months, the project combined high-end craftsmanship, historic preservation, and complex construction coordination within a fully operational property. Originally constructed between 1904 and 1908 as the…
Read MoreDuane Morris Cafe
A complete renovation of an existing café and server. Project scope finishes included custom millwork, and tile work for pizza oven, paint and ceramic tile flooring throughout entire café and service areas. Coordination included new kitchen and food service equipment with new stainless steel countertops.
Read MoreShakespeare & Company Bookstore & Cafe
Shakespeare & Co bookseller and café located at 1632 Walnut Street was one of MJ Settelen’s retail projects in Philadelphia, PA that boasted a beautiful classic front entrance of stained mahogany. Once inside, the construction included a new Café with mahogany casework. The overall design called for open ceilings, a mezzanine, wood floors and hundreds…
Read MoreBrickworks Philadelphia
This Philadelphia, PA design studio is the first North American studio for Brickworks. The PMP and Scope included new MEP and tele/data package and installation of owner supplied masonry materials for display exhibits and masonry walls from floor to ceiling in addition to a glass block receptions desk and acoustical panels. A new kitchen with…
Read MoreCafe- One Logan Square
The scope of this retail coffee shop included demolition of existing conference center in the building to make way for this new retail coffee shop. PMP and finishes called for installation of a high end millwork package, new marble flooring and backsplash, and all new MEP systems serving the new kitchen and café equipment.
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