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AMB Architects Expands Leadership Team | Roy Locke Promoted to Managing Principal

AMB Architects recently promoted Roy Locke, AIA, RAS, NCARB to Managing Principal. Roy’s well-deserved elevation to the AMB leadership team stems from his demonstrated value to clients and leadership in firm operations. He joins firm founder Alyse Makarewicz and Managing Principal Breann Nash at the helm of firm management. Roy will lead technology adoption and integration, and he’ll have oversight of AMB’s project process.

Gulf Coast Green 2024

This year’s conference theme, Wild by Design, will explore the connection between design and nature, both inside buildings and out. The event will focus on nature-based solutions, including topics like biophilia, biomimicry, creating sustainable and resilient landscapes, reducing urban heat island effect, and minimizing the built environment’s impacts on climate and biodiversity loss.

PhiloWilke Partnership - Luke Christen

Luke Christen – Promoted to Partner at PhiloWilke Partnership PhiloWilke Partnership is pleased to announce the promotion of Luke Christen to Partner. In the last decade, Luke has been an integral part of PhiloWilke’s success and drive toward excellence. Through projects with varying degrees of complexity, Luke has contributed as a leader through his determination, creative problem-solving, and eye for detailed design. When asked about his role within the firm, Luke said: “I enjoy the challenge of designing unique spaces that assist in positively impacting the healing experience of patients and creating a cohesive environment for those that treat them.” As he steps into the role of Partner, we are excited to see the skillset he brings to every team he leads and how his resolve will propel him forward through new projects. As an ambassador, leader, and now Partner, we look forward to Luke’s unwavering contribution toward the values and integrity of the firm.

Civic Vision Award - Susan Rogers

The AIA Houston Civic Vision Award honors an individual who has significantly improved the quality of life in Houston through influence on the built environment. University of Houston College Gerald D. Hines College of Architecture and Design professor Susan Rogers has had an enormous impact on our city.

Citation of Honor – Houston Zoo

The AIA Houston Citation of Honor is awarded to groups or organizations whose activities have made significant contributions to the improvement of the natural or built environment. In 2022 the Houston Zoo celebrates 100 years as a beloved public space, cultural icon, and model of conservation practices for the city.

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 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.

PBK Announces New Partner

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

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.

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."

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.

Method Architecture, has appointed four new Associate Principals

The appointments have been made across the Austin, Dallas, and Houston offices. The promotions to Associate Principal also includes appointment to the firm’s senior leadership team responsible for the strategic vision and growth planning for the company.

Kirksey Architecture is proud to announce the promotion of 3 new Executive Vice Presidents, 5 new Associate Vice Presidents, and 21 staff members.

Deepening Kirksey’s leadership capitalizes on the proven strengths of our firm, and our greatest resource — our people. The promoted staff are proven leaders within the firm, the A/E/C industry, and/or community. Their design talent and expertise contributes to the long-term success of Kirksey.

Three Visionary Forge Prize Finalists to Present Their Ideas--Live!

CHICAGO - Three emerging architects will compete for $10,000 in what promises to be a very inspiring YouTube event. The American Institute of Steel Construction has selected three finalists for The Forge Prize, which celebrates emerging architects who create visionary designs that embrace steel as the primary structural component to increase project speed.

FS Group Architects promotes Ezgi Bozkurt, LEED AP, Associate Principal

Ezgi leverages her 15 years of architectural experience in her role as Project Designer. She is actively involved in all phases of a project, from pre-design through construction administration.

The PhiloWilke Partnership is proud to announce that Joanna Lam has joined the firm as Director of Interiors.

Joanna brings over 30 years of outstanding design experience in healthcare, corporate and commercial projects. In her new role, she will lead the interior design direction for the firm as well as broaden our service offerings to include furniture design and specifications.

Kenneth Olson, AIA has been promoted to an Associate Partner of PhiloWilke Partnership

Kenneth's passion for creating healthy and healing environments paired with his collaborative and proactive approach to the design process allows him to deliver efficient and responsive projects that surpass the client’s expectations.

Ardis Clinton and Cynthia Walston announce the launch of Scientia Architects

Scientia Architects is a women-owned architectural full-service firm specialize exclusively in the programming and design of laboratory facilities. Our mission is to enhance the advancement of scientific discovery through our extensive knowledge of trends, issues and best practices that shape the laboratory workplace and science learning environments.

James Wise has joined Powers Brown Architecture as the Design Manager of the Interiors studio.

Dillon Kyle Architects is proud to announce that Katherine Ruiz, AIA, LEED AP BD&C, SITES AP, has joined their Houston-based firm as Project Manager to provide office-wide support on sustainable desig

Dillon Kyle Architects is proud to announce that Katherine Ruiz, AIA, LEED AP BD&C, SITES AP, has joined their Houston-based firm as Project Manager to provide office-wide support on sustainable design.

On Aug. 22, 2019, representatives from Bautex Systems and Masa Studio Architects led a tour of Gracewood’s new community center.

On Aug. 22, 2019, Bautex Systems’ Chris Leonard, Paul Brown and Gretchen Kliafas with Emily Ledbetter, project manager from Masa Studio Architects, were joined by more than 50 architects, engineers, general contractors and community leaders for a tour of Gracewood’s new community center. The new, 15,000 sq. ft. community center is one of the most flood and wind resistant buildings currently under construction in Harris County.

VLK Architects Contributes to Opening of Over 50 Campuses for the 2019-20 School Year

With great success, VLK Architects is proud to announce the completion of over 50 Texas public school campuses for 21 school districts for the 2019-20 school year.

Kirksey Architecture is now carbon neutral and makes first-ever carbon storage transaction on Texas Gulf Coast

With the purchase of carbon storage from 386 acres of marshlands along the Texas coast, Kirksey Architecture has met its goal of becoming a carbon-neutral company. The purchase represents the first transaction of the Texas Coastal Exchange (TCX), a non-profit seeking to establish a marketplace to buy and sell ecological services and to allow firms to offset their carbon footprint by supporting the conservation of local ecosystems.