Kelly is an accomplished architect with a wide range of experiences involving nationally recognized clients throughout the US. Before joining PDP, she was a Senior Associate and a Project Manager with the internationally recognized firm of Bohlin Cywinski Jackson for over 28 years, where she excelled in successfully delivering complex projects. One of her areas of expertise is repurposing iconic buildings, with the most recognized project being the adaptive reuse of Philadelphia’s Main Post Office [2007-2012] for the Brandywine Realty Trust.

Since joining PDP, Kelly has been a leading design team member undertaking the renovation of the Kentucky State Capitol, a monumental national historic landmark in the heart of Frankfort, the state’s capital city. She is also leading a renovation to the Amos House at Lincoln University and several renovations at Jefferson University, including the President’s House.

Kelly is known for her ability to develop simple and yet sustainable solutions and, in 2009, in recognition of her work, she received the National Leadership Award from USGBC. She is an active member of several professional and architectural organizations, including the Carpenters’ Company, AIA Philadelphia, and the Center for Architecture and Design. She is a reviewer for the City’s ReBuild Design Excellence Program and an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Drexel University’s Westphal Architecture Program [2012 – present].

KEY PROJECT EXPERIENCE

Kentucky State Capitol

President’s House, Jefferson University

Amos House, Lincoln University