Josh Barnett brings over 15 years of healthcare design expertise to Rendina, where he leads the Design & Development team as Senior Vice President. His experience spans a wide range of projects, from small-scale hospital renovations and tenant improvements to large, complex campus expansions and new outpatient facilities. Known for his meticulous approach and ability to manage multiple priorities, Josh earns the trust of his clients through a hands-on, solution-driven project delivery style that aligns with their missions and goals.

Before joining Rendina, Josh contributed to high-profile projects at leading architecture firms in New York City and Boston, overseeing all phases of project delivery—from initial planning and programming to final completion. He holds a Bachelor of Architecture from Boston Architectural College and is a licensed architect in New York and New Jersey.

In addition to his professional work, Josh is a dedicated advocate for the future of architecture. He has served in leadership roles with the American Institute of Architects, the Academy of Architecture for Health, and the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards. Josh also contributes to his local community as Vice Chair of his town’s Land Use Board, reflecting his commitment to shaping thoughtful, impactful spaces both locally and nationally.

Brian C. Cich is the Senior Vice President of Real Estate at RWJBarnabas Health. He

oversees all real estate development and asset/property management for

RWJBarnabas. Brian previously served as Chief Operating Officer of Rendina

Healthcare Real Estate and has significant experience with all phases of project

development, planning, land acquisition, zoning, permitting, development approvals,

mixed use developments, and condominium projects. Prior to working at Rendina, Brian

was a partner with a law firm where his practice included real estate law, commercial

loan and financing transactions, condominium law, land use, zoning, commercial

leasing, and development transactions. He holds a bachelor’s degree from The Ohio

State University and a law degree from the University of Pittsburgh School of Law.

Jonathan C. Hernandez has designed new construction work

as well as renovations and rehabilitations. He is the lead

partner of the GMS Hospitals and Healthcare initiative.

Jonathan’s projects include the infrastructure and facility

upgrades at Lenox Hill Hospital and MEETH on the Upper

East Side, a new Central Utility Plant and Mother Baby

Hospital Wing at Staten Island University Hospital and

repurposing of existing big box retail space into new

Medical Facilities. Recently completed projects include a

new orthopedic practice in Tarrytown New York, a new

Ambulatory Care Facility in Union Turnpike, Queens and a

new Orthopedic – PT Facility in Scarsdale NY.

Jonathan is the President of the Structural Engineers

Association of New York (SEAoNY) and is a past member of

the Board of Directors of the National Council of Structural

Engineers Associations (NCSEA). He is certified by the

Structural Engineering Certification Board (SECB), and a

member of the American Concrete Institute (ACI), CoreNet

Global, The Architectural League of New York, the American

Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and SEAoNY.

Andrew W. Lewis, AIA, is esteemed by both clients and colleagues for his exceptional organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Being a natural systems-thinker, he continually searches for the most efficient and effective way to solve a problem.

His career has been dedicated to interdisciplinary practice, working at the intersections of higher education, medical education, healthcare, the workplace, research, and simulation. He is most proud of the many clients who have entrusted him with multi-year, multi-project relationships—relationships which enable him to serve as a trusted design advisor and deliver on important projects that advance the mission and goals of the respective institution.

In his free time, he can often be found restoring his 1875 Victorian rowhouse in Philadelphia.

Contact Information:

Email: lewisa@nkarchitects.com

Work: 973.532.7755

Cell: 267.299.9110

Address: 107-109 South 13th Street, Suite 3B, Philadelphia, PA 19107

Weblinks:

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As the Director of Healthcare at JRM, Frank leads the firm’s healthcare division. With over three decades of industry experience in healthcare, hospital, and laboratory construction, Frank has successfully completed more than three million square feet of healthcare facilities throughout the New York metropolitan area. From planning and pre-construction through final project completion, he remains actively involved to ensure client satisfaction and project success.

As a trusted liaison between clients, design professionals, and subcontractors, Frank has led major projects for many of the region’s most prestigious academic and medical institutions, including Barnard College, Columbia University Medical Center, Einstein School of Medicine, Fordham University, Montefiore Medical, Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York Presbyterian Medical Center, NYU Langone Medical, New York University School of Medicine, The Rockefeller University, and Weill Cornell Medicine. His extensive expertise and collaborative approach consistently deliver exceptional results across every phase of healthcare construction.

Vincent Della Donna, AIA, is a healthcare consultant and a Past President of the AIA Academy of Architecture for Health. Having spent much of his professional career as a client representative, he has the unique ability to understand healthcare clients’ needs. He is the founding principal of his Healthcare Architecture Planning consulting firm and as a leader of consulting services, and select projects, Vincent is an advocate for professional services that are deeply responsive to client needs. Mr. Della Donna has over three decades of experience, with a healthcare focus for more than twenty-five years. He strongly believes in giving back to the healthcare community and does so through volunteering as a board member and current President of The Foundation for Health Environments Research, as a board member for Ocean Health Initiatives and as a committee chair with the AIA Academy of Architecture for Health. He maintains active membership with the American Institute of Architects, the Academy of Architecture for Health, the American Hospital Association, and speaks nationally on healthcare topics.

Richard Nowak is currently the National Director of Business Development at Syska Hennessy Group. Syska Hennessy is a premier international engineering firm specializing in Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Engineering, Information and Communication Technology Design, Smart Buildings, Vertical Transportation, Lighting Design, and Commissioning. Richard has 23 years of experience in the design and operations of building technologies for landmark projects across the United States. Richard currently leads Syska Hennessy’s Smart Building Practice, a team that is challenging traditional design paradigms to provide more occupant-centric environments at reduced capital and operating costs. Richard also provides leadership to Syska Innovations – a division of Syska Hennessy Group focused on identifying and supporting game-changing technology within the built environment.

As Vice President of New Jersey Operations at IMC Construction, Alex oversees the successful execution of all projects in the state. His leadership has been instrumental in delivering construction solutions across a diverse range of sectors, including multi-family, senior living, healthcare, science and technology, commercial, and institutional projects, with a total value exceeding $1 billion. A graduate of Rutgers University, Alex is actively involved in industry organizations such as ULI, NAIOP, AMFP, and NJBA, staying at the forefront of industry trends and innovations.

Alex’s extensive experience includes leading major life science projects for prominent clients like Merck, where over a decade he managed laboratory renovations, new R&D facilities, and corporate headquarters projects. His portfolio also includes significant work for Novartis, Merck, Clariant Corporation, and Bristol-Myers Squibb. His expertise in managing large, complex projects such as the New York Jets Headquarters and Red Bull Arena has made him a trusted leader within the industry.

At IMC, Alex plays a key role in ensuring that all projects meet or exceed client expectations through every phase, from preconstruction to final delivery. He excels in preconstruction planning, procurement, safety management, change review, and value engineering. His strong leadership and problem-solving skills ensure that project teams are fully supported with the necessary resources to achieve success.

He and his wife, Debbie, reside in New Jersey, where they enjoy spending time with their children and grandchildren.