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Susie Moreno, AIA has been promoted to associate in Dewberry's Houston office!

Susie Moreno promoted to associate.

Kirksey Architecture expands to North Texas with Dallas-based T. Howard & Associates (th+a) joining the firm

Kirksey Architecture expands to North Texas with Dallas-based T. Howard & Associates (th+a) joining the firm. Combining the two firms provides clients the comfort of an established Dallas-based firm and the depth of knowledge and experience of an award-winning Texas firm practicing on a global scale.

Lamar CISD Students Kick-Off 2022 at New Fletcher Morgan, Jr. Elementary School

The first day of the new year brings the opening of Lamar Consolidated Independent School District’s Fletcher Morgan Jr., Elementary School. Completed in December 2021, 750 students in pre-K through fifth grade officially occupy the new school. Part of the 2017 Bond Election, Morgan Elementary School is the Lamar CISD’s 29th elementary school and VLK Architects’ fourth prototype facility with the district.

VLK Architects has ranked #5 on the Building Design+Construction Giants 400 Report of the Top 150 Architecture and AE Firms: K-12 School Sector for 2021

(Fort Worth, Texas) – VLK Architects has ranked #5 on the Building Design+Construction Giants 400 Report of the Top 150 Architecture and AE Firms: K-12 School Sector for 2021. Also, VLK ranked #29 on the Building Design+Construction’s 2021 Giants 400 Top 160 Architecture Firms for 2021.

VLK Architects, Joeris Construction, and Katy Independent School District community members celebrated the dedication of the Martha Lopez Aki Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Project Teach Your Kids

On Monday, Oct. 18, VLK Architects, Joeris Construction, and Katy Independent School District community members celebrated the dedication of the Martha Lopez Aki Early Childhood Intervention (ECI) Project Teach Your Kids Early (TYKE) Facility. The facility is home to two functions, including the Project TYKE (Teach Your Kids Early) program to provide education for parents in the community that have children with special needs and a Professional Development Center for district faculty, staff, and administration training. ECI Project TYKE has been providing services to approximately 15,000 children and their families since 1998.

Catherine Callaway, AIA, LEED AP, is Kirksey Architecture's new Director of Sustainability and Building Performance

VLK Architects has ranked #5 on the Building Design+Construction Giants 400 Report of the Top 150 Architecture and AE Firms: K-12 School Sector for 2021

VLK Architects has ranked #5 on the Building Design+Construction Giants 400 Report of the Top 150 Architecture and AE Firms: K-12 School Sector for 2021. Also, VLK ranked #29 on the Building Design+Construction’s 2021 Giants 400 Top 160 Architecture Firms for 2021.

VLK Contributes Over 59 Campuses Opening for the 2021-22 School Year

(TEXAS) – With great success, VLK Architects is proud to announce the completion of over 59 Texas public school campuses for the 2021-22 school year. Utilizing the many tools in their repertoire, VLK has designed over 6.6 million SF in new construction, additions, and renovations, ensuring that each campus is ready for teachers and students to begin a successful school year.

2021 AIA Houston Firm Award - Kirksey

The Firm of the Year Award is presented annually to a Houston firm that has consistently produced distinguished architecture for a period of at least ten years and demonstrated leadership in the profession. We are very pleased to present the 2021 Firm of the Year Award to Kirksey.

Northwood Apartments, a Multifamily Housing Community, to Replace Housing Lost During Hurricane Harvey

HOUSTON, TX (Tuesday, March 23, 2021) – The Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA), Harris County – Community Services Department (HCCSD), Harris County Precinct One Commissioner Rodney Ellis, the Texas General Land Office (GLO), and the development partner LDG Development (LDG) celebrate the groundbreaking of Northwood Apartments, a multifamily development located at 12620 Eastex Freeway to replace housing lost during Hurricane Harvey. The development is financed with Harris County’s Community Development Block Grant – Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) funds in conjunction with private financing from Citi Community Capital and AEGON USA Realty Advisors, LLC.

Kirksey Architecture hires new Director of Business Development, Janki DePalma, LEED AP, CPSM

She specializes in creating connections and brings nearly 20 years of experience in the A/E/C industry. Janki's involvement in the industry and community connects Kirksey’s Central Texas office in Austin to the people and ideas that make the city and surrounding area unique.

PBK Announces New Partner

HOUSTON – PBK, an architecture and engineering firm, is proud to announce the promotion of Melissa Turnbaugh, AIA, NCARB, to Partner.

Nation's largest African American-owned architecture firm with Houston office, Moody Nolan, receives highest honor from the American Institute of Architects.

With an office in Houston since 2012, Moody Nolan has been at the forefront of transformational projects.

The Hollows to Replace Channelview Housing Lost During Hurricane Harvey

The Harris County Housing Authority (HCHA), Harris County - Community Services Department (HCCSD), Harris County Precinct Two Commissioner Adrian Garcia, the Texas General Land Office (GLO), and development partner LDG Development (LDG) celebrate the groundbreaking of The Hollows, a multifamily development to replace housing lost during Hurricane Harvey.

Amanda Dean, PE, Associate AIA, named inaugural Chair of Walter P Moore's Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Council

Dean provides leadership through influencing policy decisions, leading company initiatives, and fostering partnerships with the architecture firms with whom we strive to create a more just built environment.

FGM Architects (FGMA) has named John Jackson Director of the firm’s Faith-based Practice

John was previously Managing Director of FGMA’s Central Texas Region office and a founding partner at award-winning Jackson Galloway Architects. John specializes in the design of faith-based facilities.

FGM Architects (FGMA) has named Joe Chronister Managing Director of the Central Texas Region office

Joe joined FGMA in 2007 and is an Executive Vice President, serving on the firm’s Board of Directors. He relocated from FGMA’s Chicago office to Austin in 2019 and has helped build the firm’s presence in the Texas region.

Rayburn Donaldson named 40 under 40 for National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development

He was recognized for exemplifying leadership, initiative, and especially during COVID-19, resiliency and dedication towards their communities and businesses.

Coleman Partners Architects Expands Firm Leadership

Architects Brent Guilbeau, Jonathan Heltz, and William Thibaut will now serve as members of the firm’s leadership team, in recognition of their years of service to the firm and its clients.

TRW Family of Companies Awarded Recognized Level Craft Training Endorsement by Construction Career Collaborative (C3)

Launched in 2018, C3’s Craft Training Endorsement Program is a rigorous standard that measures a company’s craft training program against a training framework. The endorsement, offering three levels of recognition, is achieved through the development, implementation and evaluation of robust craft training connected to career paths for craft professionals.

Robert Babb, AIA promoted to Partner at PhiloWilke.

Robert Babb has been promoted to Partner at PhiloWilke Partnership. With over 10 years at the firm, Bob has become an integral team member and leader. He has implemented new processes and continually improves our design capabilities with the latest technologies.

PhiloWilke has promoted Zach Mitchell, AIA to Associate Partner.

When asked about his team leadership and design approach, Zach said, "The work of architecture has the capability to affect real change in healthcare and health science environments. It is exciting working with our clients and team on creative design solutions that contribute to the health and welfare of patients and staff."

Eric Hudson, AIA Named 2021 Top Young Professional by Engineering News Record.

Eric Hudson was recently name to the 2021 Top Young Professionals by Engineering News Record. The award honors individuals under 40 years of age who have shown exceptional leadership and service throughout their career.

Thiel assumes 100% ownership of CH&P Architects

Effective January 1, 2021, Kyle Thiel, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, will assume 100 percent ownership of Courtney Harper & Partners Architects. A member of the firm for the past nine years, Thiel says he is ready for the opportunities and growth that lie ahead.

Krystyn Haecker, AIA has been elected to the Texas Society of Architects Board of Directors and Executive Committee

Krystyn will serve as the 2021 Vice President of Professional Development.