SFL+a Architects Announces New Principal Architect
Raleigh, NC, May 03, 2008 --(PR.com)-- SFL+a Architects (www.sfla.biz) has announced that Thomas W. Hughes, AIA, has joined the firm as a principal. In this position, he will be responsible for strategic client management and special projects with a focus on K-12 projects in North and South Carolina.
Tom Hughes has more than 25 years of leadership and recognized service in education facilities planning and design. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Richmond and his Masters of Architecture degree from Syracuse University. Among his professional affiliations are the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Council of Educational Facility Planners, International (CEFPI) and the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). Hughes holds a Recognized Educational Facilities Professional certification from the Council of Educational Facilities Planners, International (CEFPI) and LEED Accredited Professional certification from the US Green Buildings Council (USGBC). He is currently the president of the North Carolina Educational Facilities Planners organization.
Hughes is focused on the role educational facilities design plays in creating exciting and stimulating learning environments. He served as Principal and head of the Educational Facilities Planning and Design Studio for Beardsley Design Associates in Auburn, NY before coming to North Carolina. Most recently, he served as principal for Moseley Architects responsible for K-12 facilities planning and design in North and South Carolina. He brings to SFL+a an exceptional expertise in educational facilities planning and a commitment to High Performance Schools design. His experience and commitment is a complement to SFL+a’s educational resume and market focus.
“We are honored to welcome Tom to SFL+a Architects,” said Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of the firm. “Given the respect and admiration that we all have for him and his work, this greatly anticipated partnership is a defining moment in the history of our firm. Tom adds depth and energy to our leadership team. His hire is without a doubt a bold step forward in our capacity to lead the market in educational facilities planning and design.”
About SFL+a Architects:
SFL+a Architects is a firm designed to provide state-of-the-art architectural solutions to educational institutions. Created in 1982, the company has emerged as one of the most highly regarded architectural firms in the Southeast, offering expert services in architectural planning, design, construction, land planning and interior design. The firm has offices located in Raleigh, Fayetteville and Charlotte, N.C. The sister company of SFL+a Architects is Firstfloor K-12 Solutions, LLC, a North Carolina development company pioneering public-private partnerships to develop educational facilities. The company is comprised of talented professionals, each possessing 15-20 years of experience in banking, finance, construction and property management. For more information, visit www.sfla.biz.
Patty Briguglio
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Tom Hughes has more than 25 years of leadership and recognized service in education facilities planning and design. He received his Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Richmond and his Masters of Architecture degree from Syracuse University. Among his professional affiliations are the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the Council of Educational Facility Planners, International (CEFPI) and the Construction Specifications Institute (CSI). Hughes holds a Recognized Educational Facilities Professional certification from the Council of Educational Facilities Planners, International (CEFPI) and LEED Accredited Professional certification from the US Green Buildings Council (USGBC). He is currently the president of the North Carolina Educational Facilities Planners organization.
Hughes is focused on the role educational facilities design plays in creating exciting and stimulating learning environments. He served as Principal and head of the Educational Facilities Planning and Design Studio for Beardsley Design Associates in Auburn, NY before coming to North Carolina. Most recently, he served as principal for Moseley Architects responsible for K-12 facilities planning and design in North and South Carolina. He brings to SFL+a an exceptional expertise in educational facilities planning and a commitment to High Performance Schools design. His experience and commitment is a complement to SFL+a’s educational resume and market focus.
“We are honored to welcome Tom to SFL+a Architects,” said Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of the firm. “Given the respect and admiration that we all have for him and his work, this greatly anticipated partnership is a defining moment in the history of our firm. Tom adds depth and energy to our leadership team. His hire is without a doubt a bold step forward in our capacity to lead the market in educational facilities planning and design.”
About SFL+a Architects:
SFL+a Architects is a firm designed to provide state-of-the-art architectural solutions to educational institutions. Created in 1982, the company has emerged as one of the most highly regarded architectural firms in the Southeast, offering expert services in architectural planning, design, construction, land planning and interior design. The firm has offices located in Raleigh, Fayetteville and Charlotte, N.C. The sister company of SFL+a Architects is Firstfloor K-12 Solutions, LLC, a North Carolina development company pioneering public-private partnerships to develop educational facilities. The company is comprised of talented professionals, each possessing 15-20 years of experience in banking, finance, construction and property management. For more information, visit www.sfla.biz.
Patty Briguglio
MMI Associates, Inc.
(919) 233-6600
patty@mmimarketing.com
PR Firms Raleigh, NC
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