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Green Architect Creates Blog (http://timberframeblog.blogspot.com/) Focusing on Post and Beam, Timber Frame Homes, Structural Insulated Panels, and Sustainable Design Solutions
Architectural firm creates new timber frame blog on timber framing, structural insulated panels and sustainable living, as well as how to incorporate green design practices with alternative energy systems & energy efficient materials to achieve sustainability within budget. - March 22, 2008 - Bonin Architects & Associates, PLLC
Austin-Based Design Professionals Complete LEED Accreditation for Commercial Interiors
IDR Studio to Provide Independent Consulting for LEED Certification. - March 20, 2008 - IDR Studio, Inc.
Bobbitt’s Jim Bell to Teach Green Building Class at Wilson Community College on March 20
Jim Bell, project developer for Bobbitt Design Build, will teach a Green Advantage® class at Wilson Community College on March 20 from 9 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Green Advantage is a green building educational and certification system for building contractors and trades people. The organization... - March 20, 2008 - Bobbitt Design Build
BJAC Releases Podcast on Design Trends
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa, (www.bjac.com) one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced the release of a podcast on architectural design trends. In this podcast, Mark Sealy, design leader and manager of the firm’s Charlotte... - March 17, 2008 - BJAC
Austin-Based Design Firm Completes Challenging Downtown Office Expansion; IDR Studio Creates Innovative Interior for Springbox’s Congress Avenue Offices
IDR Studio, an Austin-based design firm, recently completed a challenging office expansion project for interactive marketer Springbox’s Congress Avenue location. The challenge was both architectural and conceptual – bridging interiors of the two 19th century downtown buildings Springbox occupies with the web-design company’s fast-paced, creative environment. - March 14, 2008 - IDR Studio, Inc.
KEO International Consultants Accepts MIPIM AR Award at Ceremony Held in Cannes, France
South of Shamkha Master Plan Receives Commended Award in the ‘Regeneration and Master Planning’ Category at the 2008 MIPIM AR Future Project Awards. - March 13, 2008 - KEO International Consultants
JDavis Architects Named to List of Top Triangle Architects
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), has announced that the firm has been ranked fourth among the top architects in the Triangle by the Triangle Business Journal. Rankings for the list were based on the number of registered architects working in the Triangle,... - March 13, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
North Carolina Parks & Recreation Department Set to Break Ground on First "Green" Visitor Center at Merchants Mill Pond State Park
On Saturday, March 15, the North Carolina Department of Parks & Recreation will hold its groundbreaking ceremony to start construction of the LEED® Gold rated Merchants Mill Pond State Park Visitors Center in Gatesville, NC, the department’s first LEED®-rated building and a model... - March 13, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
SFL+a Architects Announces New Employee
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL+a Architects (www.sfla-architects.com), has announced that Kerryn House has joined the firm as an accountant. In this position, House will be responsible for personnel management, purchasing, auditing and bookkeeping. House has more than 25 years of... - March 12, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
BJAC, P.A. Named a Top Triangle Architect Firm
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that the firm has been named to the Triangle Business Journal’s list of top Triangle architects. The Triangle Business Journal ranked... - March 10, 2008 - BJAC
Frank Harmon to Join Discussion at UNC-Greensboro's Design, Arts & Technology Symposium
Award-winning "green" architect will join a panel discussion during "Between The Lines: Innovation In Art, Architecture and Design" event. - March 08, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Strahan Associates, PC Announces Merger with Centrepoint Architecture, PA
The architecture and engineering design partnership was announced today. Jonathan Wolk, AIA, one of Centrepoint Architecture’s Principals stated as of March 2008 Strahan Associates, PC will merge with Centrepoint Architecture, PA. The new organization will retain Centrepoint... - March 05, 2008 - Centrepoint Architecture
BJAC Announces New Project Architect
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC pa (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Adam Grabiec, RA, LEED AP, has joined the firm as a project architect. In this position, Grabiec will produce construction documents, perform code... - March 04, 2008 - BJAC
JDavis Architects Announces New Project Manager
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Sarah Yu-tung Alexander, RLA, ASLA, has joined the firm as a project manager. In this position, Alexander will draft... - February 29, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
BuildingsDirect.net Annouces Its Acquisition of MetalBuildingsRUs.com
BuildingsDirect.net is proud to announce the acquisition of MetalBuildingsRUs.com, a steel building supplier website. BuildingsDirect.net is also a steel building supplier, which makes this a great addition to the company. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed. This acquisition gives... - February 29, 2008 - BuildingsDirect.net
SFL+a Architects Announces New Intern Architect
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL+a Architects (www.sfla-architects.com), has announced that Patricia Brezny has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, Brezny will be responsible for a large range of duties, including managing project progress, coordinating with... - February 28, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
BJAC Releases Podcast on Firm’s Building Expansion
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC (www.bjac.com), P.A., one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced the release of a podcast on BJAC’s expansion of its offices. In this podcast, Jota Samper, designer at BJAC, discusses the philosophy... - February 26, 2008 - BJAC
JDavis Architects Announces New Associate
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Carmen C. Dunn, office manager and human resources administrator, has been named an associate with the firm. Dunn has more... - February 21, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Architect Frank Harmon Discusses Lessons Learned from Vernacular Structures on "The Story" with Dick Gordon
"Farmers had an instinctive way of building," Harmon explains. "They listened to the land." - February 17, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
JDavis Architects Announces Newly Licensed Architect
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Joleen Lockhart, AIA, an architect in the Raleigh office, has passed the Architectural Registration Examination (ARE). The... - February 11, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Frank Harmon Presents Project, Opening Lecture at "Southern Exposure: Contemporary Regional Architecture"
When Modern architecture embraces the particulars of a place – the culture, climate, materials and landscape of the region in which it is built – it is no longer “stark” or “cold,” as detractors would suggest, but warm, charming and often quite... - February 09, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Dan Fields Named Impact Entrepreneur
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, p.a.. (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Dan Fields, principal at BJAC, has been named a 2007-2008 Charlotte Impact Entrepreneur by Business Leader magazine. The awards are... - February 08, 2008 - BJAC
Historic Initiative Results in Landmark Commitment to Sustainability
The North Carolina component of the American Institute of Architects will have a completely "green" new headquarters building in downtown Raleigh. - February 02, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Andy Osterlund of JDavis Architects Receives LEED Certification
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Andy Osterlund, an architect in the Raleigh office, has received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)... - February 01, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
A Sterling Accomplishment: Raleigh Intern Becomes Registered Architect, AIA Member
Frank Harmon Architect is pleased to announce that Erin Sterling has successfully completed her registration exams and is a registered architect and a member of the American Institute of Architects. Sterling, 29, has served as a project architect on many of the firm’s significant projects,... - February 01, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
BJAC Named a Top Triangle Architect Firm
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, P.A. (www.bjac.com), one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that the firm ranked at the top of the Triangle Business Journal’s annual 2008 Book of Lists for Triangle Architects. The Triangle... - January 31, 2008 - BJAC
"Floating" House on Raleigh Hillside Featured in January "Architectural Record"
A modern house perched on a steep hillside in Raleigh’s established Laurel Hills neighborhood is featured this month in Architectural Record, one of the profession’s most respected journal. Raleigh architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, designed the 1800-square-foot house for Lynda Strickland... - January 29, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
SFL+a Architects Announces New Interior Designer
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL+a Architects (www.sfla-architects.com), has announced that Lauren Paulson, CSI, has joined the firm’s Charlotte office as an interior designer. In this position, Paulson will be responsible for a range of tasks within project management, including... - January 28, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
KEO International Consultants CEO Chosen as One of 12 Most Influential Gulf Businesswomen
In the 18th January 2008 Issue of MEED Magazine, the 12 most influential businesswomen in the Arabian Gulf were announced. The publication features 4 prominent Kuwait business leaders as follows: Donna Sultan CEO, KEO International Consultants Donna Sultan is chief executive officer (CEO) of... - January 27, 2008 - KEO International Consultants
JDavis Architects Announces New Intern Architect
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Brian King has joined the firm as an intern architect in the Philadelphia studio. In this position, he will be responsible... - January 24, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Lou Jurkowski Named Impact Entrepreneur
BJAC, P.A., (www.bjac.com) has announced that Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer, has been named a 2007-2008 Triangle Impact Entrepreneur by Business Leader magazine. The awards are presented to recognize outstanding achievements and contributions made to the Triangle business community. - January 22, 2008 - BJAC
JDavis Architects Announces Completion Of Carlton Place
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced the completion of Carlton Place. Designed by JDavis, the project is the first large downtown Raleigh development featuring rental... - January 15, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
When Objects Become Art: NC Architect Turns to Artists to Get the Job Done
“We talk about a concept and the artists take it from there,” Raleigh architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, told Residential Architect magazine in a recent article on the benefits of working with artists, rather than contractors, when a design detail needs a creative and often handmade solution. - January 14, 2008 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Design Basic Announces Release of Leading St. Louis-Area Housing Expert's Annual Forecast
Design Basics of Omaha, NE, is pleased to announce that one of their Woman-Centric Matters(sm) licensees, CA Jones, Inc., of Columbia, IL, has released his eagerly-anticipated annual housing forecast for 2008. Chris Jones, owner of CA Jones, Inc., is one of the most respected homebuilders in the St. Louis metropolitan area. - January 11, 2008 - Design Basics
JDavis Architects Announces Completion of First Phase of Palladium Plaza
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced the completion of the first phase of Palladium Plaza. Designed by JDavis, the project faces Blount Street and City Market along a... - January 07, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
BJAC Releases Podcast on Interior Design
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, pa, (www.bjac.com) one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced the release of a podcast on interior design. In this podcast, Linda Kulka, ISAD, interior design leader and BJAC Partner, offers insight into... - January 04, 2008 - BJAC
SFL+a Architects Announces New Project Manager
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL+a Architects (www.sfla-architects.com), has announced that Neill Dalrymple Jr. has joined the firm’s Fayetteville office as a project manager. In this position, Dalrymple will oversee the management and coordination of multiple projects committed to... - January 03, 2008 - SFL + A Architects
JDavis Architects Announces New Intern Architect
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Barry S. Mitchel has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, he will be responsible for creating... - January 02, 2008 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
JDavis Architects Designed Commercial Property Recognized by City of Raleigh
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC (www.jdavisarchitects.com), a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that the HighPark Shopping Center, located in Raleigh’s historic Five Points district, has been named a recipient of the... - December 28, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
BJAC Announces New Hire
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, p.a., (www.bjac.com) one of the largest woman-owned design firms in the Southeast, has announced that Tapati Bose has joined the firm as an intern architect. In this position, Bose joins the architectural staff on projects for education, healthcare... - December 27, 2007 - BJAC
BJAC Hires New Project Architect
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, P.A., (www.bjac.com) one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that BJAC has hired Jonathan Hutchinson as project architect for the Charlotte office. As project architect, Hutchinson will be responsible... - December 21, 2007 - BJAC
Firstfloor K-12 Solutions Releases White Paper Titled “Some Children Are Still Left Behind”
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of Firstfloor K-12 Solutions, LLC (www.firstfloor.biz) and SFL+a Architects (www.sfla.biz), has announced the firm’s formal release of a white paper addressing the local, regional and nationwide need for sustainable, adaptable and cost-effective public school... - December 19, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
JDavis Announces New Intern Architect
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Casey Coppola has joined the firm as an intern architect for its Philadelphia studio. In this position, he will be responsible for drafting and creating... - December 18, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Lorraine Anderson Joins BJAC, P.A.
Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer of BJAC, P.A., (www.bjac.com) one of the largest woman-owned architectural design firms in the Southeast, has announced that BJAC has hired Lorraine Anderson as computer aided drafting (CAD) manager, first-tier IT support and draftsman. In her new position,... - December 17, 2007 - BJAC
Center City Church Commissions "Green" Architect Frank Harmon for New Master Plan
First Presbyterian Church has hired an award-winning designer to bring visual unity and sustainability to its historic urban campus. - December 16, 2007 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
Rami K. Nimeh Joins JDavis Architects
Jeff Davis, president of JDavis Architects, PLLC, a full-service architecture, landscape architecture and interior design firm, has announced that Rami K. Nimeh has joined the firm as a construction administrator. In this position, Nimeh will be responsible for managing the construction phase of... - December 13, 2007 - J. Davis Architects, PLLC
Lou Jurkowski Named 2007 Women Extraordinaire
BJAC, P.A., (www.bjac.com) has announced that Lou Jurkowski, chief executive officer, has been named a 2007 Women Extraordinaire by Business Leader magazine. The awards are presented annually to a select group of women who have made outstanding contributions to their professions, companies and the... - December 12, 2007 - BJAC
SFL + a Architects Wins Triangle Business Journal’s 2007 Fast 50 Award
Robbie Ferris, president and CEO of SFL + a Architects, a firm designed to provide state-of-the-art architectural solutions to educational institutions, has announced that the company has won the Triangle Business Journal’s 2007 Fast 50 Award. The Fast 50 Award recognizes the fastest-growing... - December 11, 2007 - SFL + A Architects
Design Judge Has High Praise for AIA Seattle Architecture Awards Program
According to Raleigh, NC-based architect Frank Harmon, FAIA, the Seattle chapter of the American Institute of Architect’s 2007 Honor Awards program, which took place in November, is “the best state or local design awards I have juried. They should all be done this way.” Harmon,... - December 09, 2007 - Frank Harmon Architect PA
New Book for Churches Needing to Build
Few church leaders have the experience or training to navigate a building program in a manner that minimizes the risk and maximizes satisfaction with the resulting project. Written by an experienced church building consultant, "Preparing to Build" provides best practices and real world tips to help church leaders build with less stress, risk and cost. - December 06, 2007 - AMI Church Consulting Services