Philadelphia Temple

LF Driscoll, in joint venture with Big-D Construction, built the Philadelphia Temple, a granite-clad landmark designed to complement the Georgian and Federal architecture of historic Philadelphia. The facility includes worship and gathering spaces, along with a two-level underground parking garage integrated beneath the building.

Exceptional craftsmanship and precision were central to the project, with extensive mock-ups, BIM coordination, and rigorous quality reviews used to ensure the exact alignment and placement of millwork, plaster, lighting, fixtures, and other architectural details. Construction presented significant below-grade challenges, including the removal of 28,000 cubic yards of rock using specialized nontraditional blasting methods, extensive dewatering, and the installation of 270 rock anchors drilled approximately 50 feet deep to resist foundation uplift. Through close coordination among the client, designers, trade partners, and surrounding community, the team successfully delivered a meticulously crafted building that reflects the architectural character and heritage of its historic setting.