The original building was designed by Fred Wesley Wentworth in the classical revival style, constructed of a pink granite base and yellow brick with extensive detailing and other elaborate materials.

Several groups attempted unsuccessfully to raise $3.5 million in order to purchase the facility and convert it into a multi-use specialty hospital.

Following Barnert's bankruptcy, the facility was purchased by Community Healthcare Associates[3] and reorganized as a 'medical arts complex.'

[4] The $15 million renovation by CHA included a new heating and cooling system, with the building being completely retrofitted with new floors installed.

The Barnert Medical Arts Complex is now flourishing and serves as a model for struggling acute care hospitals around New Jersey.