Cortizo 70AD uPVC Windows for Monarq
PROJECT SCOPE
Type: Multifamily/Mixed Use
Location: 500 West Germantown Pike, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
Age of Structure: Adaptive Reuse
Architects: Keystone
Window System: Cortizo 70AD uPVC
Vetrina Windows partnered with Keystone Development on Monarq, a landmark adaptive-reuse project transforming a 1970 office building into a contemporary mixed-use property with 150 high-style residences. Joining in the early design phase, we worked directly with the architect and ownership team to evaluate window layouts, opening sizes, sightlines, and performance targets, balancing architectural intent with energy performance, code compliance, structural constraints, and budget.
As the project advanced, we led the shop drawing and coordination process for 323 custom uPVC windows, developing detailed schedules and elevations, aligning with existing openings and construction tolerances, and resolving conflicts early to streamline fabrication and installation. The result is a consistent, high-performance uPVC window package across all elevations, supporting Monarq’s new identity with inviting green spaces, breathtaking views, and exceptional transit and walkability.
323 Custom uPVC Windows
A large-scale adaptive-reuse project transforming an existing office building into a modern mixed-use property.
Monarq is the most visible building in Montgomery County with a landmark location. Constructed in 1970, its antiquated design and building systems are being reimagined with the help of Vetrina Windows as 150 high-style residences that fuse cutting-edge design, inviting green spaces, breathtaking views, and ease of transit and walkability.
Vetrina Windows joined the project during the early design phase, working directly with the architect and ownership team from Keystone Development to evaluate window layouts, opening sizes, sightlines, and performance targets. Given the challenges inherent in converting an older office structure to a modern mixed-use amenity, careful attention was required to balance:
Architectural intent
Energy performance and code compliance
Existing structural constraints
Budget and constructibility
Shop Drawings & Technical Coordination
As the project progressed, we took the lead on the shop drawing and coordination process, translating design intent into fully buildable documentation.
This phase included:
Detailed window schedules and elevations
Coordination with existing structural openings
Alignment with construction tolerances and sequencing
Pre-emptive resolution of potential conflicts
By addressing these details upfront, we helped eliminate uncertainty during installation and fabrication, streamlining execution and minimizing costly revisions later in the project lifecycle.
The Perfect System
The final window package delivered a consistent, high-performance uPVC solution across all elevations, supporting the project's transition into a contemporary mixed-use environment.
For an adaptive-reuse conversion like Monarq, Vetrina's Cortizo 70AD uPVC window system is a strong fit because it’s built to solve the exact issues that show up when you’re upgrading an older office envelope to modern residential expectations: airtightness, thermal performance, acoustic comfort, and predictable constructibility.
The 70AD uses a 70 mm, five-chamber profile with dual sealing gaskets to create a tight air and moisture barrier, which helps reduce drafts and infiltration across hundreds of openings, a big deal on a 323-window package. With a listed frame U-factor of 0.16 Btu/h·ft²·F and glazing capacity up to 42 mm, it supports high-performance IGUs that make it easier to hit energy targets and code compliance without sacrificing sightlines.
The system’s acoustic capability (rated up to Rw 46 dB) directly improves resident comfort in a landmark, transit-oriented location where outside noise can be a factor.
Its hallmark "no surprises" installation strategy is a huge bonus all around.
Contact Vetrina Windows for a free estimate for design and production of affordable uPVC and aluminum windows for commercial and residential projects anywhere in the US. We locally manufacture Tilt & Turn, Casement, Sliding, Folding doors and windows, as well as other fenestration solutions such facades and curtain wall modules for any set of specifications.