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2014 AIA Minnesota Gold Medal Recipient Julie Snow, FAIA
SEP 2014
2 President’s Message, MAF & Architecture MN 3 Convention 4 Committees 5 Chapters 6 IDP/ARE & CE 7 People & Firms
Pictured above: Beverly Hauschild-Baron receiving the AIA CACE Legacy Award at the 2014 CACE Annual Meeting in downtown Minneapolis.
AIA Minnesota is proud to announce that Julie Snow, FAIA, principal at Snow Kreilich Architects, is the AIA Minnesota 2014 Gold Medal recipient. The Gold Medal is AIA Minnesota’s highest award bestowed upon an individual member. It serves as recognition for a lifetime of distinguished achievement and significant contributions to architecture.
The Gold Medal selection jury considered many criteria for the award including each candidate’s significant contributions and distinguishing achievements, professional practice, design, education, mentorship, AIA involvement, public presence, and legacy.
AIA Minnesota President Tom Hysell, AIA, said, “Julie Snow deserves the Gold Medal and so much more. Her body of work has consistently exemplified the excellence in Minnesota design. Her graceful modernism—from elegant cantilevered spaces in oceanfront houses to the elegant rooflines of U.S. border stations—achieves simplicity that only comes from the highest rigor in design and attention to detail.”
Julie graduated from the University of Colorado with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. After living and working abroad for several years she came to Minneapolis, working for several small firms before spending six years at HGA. She began her practice in the midst of a recession, while teaching at the College of Architecture at the University of Minnesota.
Julie now leads, along with Matt Kreilich, AIA, a studio-based practice, Snow Kreilich Architects, located in Minneapolis. The studio’s diverse scale and type of work is joined by a common exploration of material and detail. Its interest in pragmatic and critical programmatic reflection results in innovative designs that expand the understanding of architectural performance.
Join us in celebrating this honor with Julie Snow, FAIA, at the “Let’s Celebrate” Awards dinner on Dec. 5. Learn more at http://www.aia-mn.org/get-involved/aia-minnesota-awards/gold-medal/
Access Excellence
The AIA Minnesota Convention Committees have been hard at work creating this theme and some outstanding programs for the 80th Annual AIA Minnesota Convention and Exposition coming up in November.
We are excited to unveil our keynote speakers! See page 3 for more information or visit http://www.aia-mn.org/events/convention/
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PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE
The Minnesota Architectural Foundation is pleased to announce that Josh Ong and Rosaura Ramos are the 2014 Clarence Wigington Minority Scholarship recipients.
Advancing diversity in the architectural profession, the Clarence Wigington Minority Scholarship aims to firmly launch the careers of promising minority students by providing focused and sustained financial support through scholarships during a six-year professional education at the University of Minnesota College of Design. Learn more at http://www.aia-mn.org/resources/mn-architectural-foundation/programs/wigington-scholarship/
Past Clarence Wigington Minority Scholars include:
Namdi Alexander: M. Arch. degree 2014. Currently employed at BKV Group.
Vanessa Abin-Fuentes: M. Arch. degree 2014. Currently employed at LMN Architects in Seattle.
Jonathon Jacobs: M. Arch. degree 2013. Currently employed at Wold Architects.
Keon Blasingame: M. Arch. degree 2005. Currently employed at LSE Architects.
Pauv Thouk: M. Arch degree 2005. Currently employed at Snow Kreilich Architects.
AIA Minnesota Honor Awards
Honor Award Submissions due September 26.
Download the entry form at http://www.aia-mn.org/get-involved/aia-minnesota-awards/honor-awards/
Questions? Contact Mary Larkin at [email protected]
MINNESOTA ARCHITECTURAL FOUNDATION
60th Annual
Honor Awards
GOOD TIMES FOR THE PROFESSION Largest increase in billings in over seven years.
September brings memories of going back to school and knowing that the summer is almost over (especially since the State Fair has just finished). We also get to look ahead to the fall — with some folks sending their own kids to school, while others are looking forward to the Homes By Architects Tour on September 20 and 21, and still others are starting their presentations for our 80th Annual Convention. All-in-all autumn is a busy time. According to the AIA Architecture Billing Index (ABI), it is also a good time for the profession with the largest increase in billings in over seven years. There seem to be a lot of RFPs to respond to right now.
The board and our committees continue to engage with the AIA Repositioning and making sure that AIA Minnesota is serving our membership on the highest level. I especially enjoyed welcoming component executives from across the country at the CACE Annual Meeting in August since it is always fun to tout all of the great things that we are doing — you should know that AIA Minnesota is known as a national leader in providing the best programs and support to our members.
On the national front, input is needed on the AIA Public Policy and Position Statements; the AIA annually reviews its public policies and position statements to make sure they reflect the concerns and views of its membership. Please read and comment on the statements up for review this year at http://svy.mk/1oeqGW3. Deadline for member comments is September 30.
So with summer quickly exiting, we should all remember why we live and work in Minnesota — great quality of life, great arts & music, strong interest in the best in design and architecture and, of course, we do know that summer will return once again next year. Have a good productive fall.
Tom Hysell, AIA AIA Minnesota
President
2014 WIGINGTON MINORITY ARCHITECTURAL SCHOLARS
Architecture MN Advertising OpportunitiesThe Nov/Dec 2014 issue of Architecture MN magazine will feature Modern Libraries & Healthcare Projects and the Directory of General Contractors. It will also include a special advertising section showcasing products from the upcoming Convention exhibitors. Additional distribution to Convention attendees.
Ad Space deadline is Friday, Sep. 5. Contact Pam Nelson at [email protected] to reserve your directory listing or advertising.
Convention Keynotes: (Keynotes pictured to the left.)
Tuesday, November 11 MEMBER CONGRESS KEYNOTE ADDRESS Elizabeth Chu Richter, FAIA, is AIA First Vice President/2015 AIA President. Richter serves as CEO of Richter Architects based in Corpus Christi. Her firm has received national, state, and local AIA design awards as well as the 2011 Texas Society of Architects Architecture Firm Award. Throughout her career, Richter has taken a strong interest in public outreach and design excellence. She was executive producer of a popular radio series on architecture and has served on numerous design juries, including chair of the AIA Gold Medal and Firm Award Advisory jury. KICK-OFF KEYNOTE ADDRESS Building Community Steve Dumez, FAIA, is a Partner and the Director of Design of the New Orleans-based architectural studio Eskew+Dumez+Ripple. Under his design direction, the firm has been the recipient of several prestigious awards for design excellence including the 2014 Architecture Firm Award from the American Institute of Architects. From the firm’s inception, the Partners at Eskew+Dumez+Ripple articulated four enduring core values: Design Excellence, Environmental Responsibility, Community Outreach, and Client Commitment. This keynote address will discuss how these values and the resulting body of work reflects the firm’s broad contributions to civic life regardless of scale, budget, scope, or complexity.
Wednesday, November 12KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Fernando Romero, Hon. FAIA, is one of today’s most relevant international architects, and named by the World Economic Forum as “Global Leader of Tomorrow”. In 2000, Romero founded FR-EE Fernando Romero Enterprise. In 2010, Romero opened a FR-EE office in New York. Romero seeks to translate the contemporary moment and culture through his architecture, using state of the art materials and technologies, supported by thorough, comprehensive research, and collaboration with other disciplines.
Thursday, November 13 JURORS SHOW AND TELL Co-sponsored by the AIA Minnesota Committee on Design
This keynote address features three architects, serving as the AIA Minnesota Honor Award jurors. In this keynote, each will speak of their practice and unique projects through a presentation of their work:
Angela Brooks, FAIA, is a Principal at Brooks + Scarpa in Los Angeles. Brooks is a recognized leader in the field of environmental and sustainable design and construction and is responsible for firm development in the area of housing and policy, leading the firm’s sustainable initiatives and overall design staff management.
Mary-Jean Eastman, FAIA, Principal and Executive Director at Perkins Eastman in New York, is involved in the firm’s healthcare, higher education, public building, and housing design practices. Integrating architecture and interior design to create significant spaces and humanizing institutional environments are central to her professional practice.
Dan Rockhill is the J.L. Constant Distinguished Professor of Architecture at the University of Kansas and Executive Director of Studio 804. Studio 804, Inc. is a not-for-profit 501(c)3 corporation committed to the continued research and development of sustainable, affordable, and inventive building solutions. Rockhill is also a principal at Rockhill and Associates in Lecompton, Kansas. Their work is tightly bound to the natural milieu and culture of the Kansas region.
Friday, November 14 CLOSING KEYNOTE ADDRESS
Co-sponsored by the Minnesota Architectural Foundation, Beverly E. Hauschild-Baron Leadership Fund. The focus of this keynote address is leadership and is designed to deliver an inspirational and thought-provoking message. The address provides a positive conclusion to our Convention. Attendees leave inspired and motivated to be leaders for their firms, their communities, the profession.
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CONVENTION & EXPOSITION
Reserve your booth now! Our exhibit hall is more than half full! If you are planning to exhibit this year don’t delay in reserving a spot! This is the place to showcase your product or service to 1800+ architects and related project decision makers.
In addition, we have some exciting new sponsorship and marketing opportunities to maximize your exposure as an exhibitor. Go to http://www.aia-mn.org/events/convention/exhibit-sponsor/ for the exhibitor prospectus, details on sponsorships, and the booth reservation form. Questions? Contact Pam Nelson at [email protected]
2014 AIA Minnesota Convention & Expo NOVEMBER 11-14, 2014 Minneapolis Convention Center
Elizabeth Chu Richter, FAIA
Steve Dumez, FAIA
Fernando Romero, Hon. FAIA
Angela Brooks, FAIA
Mary-Jean Eastman, FAIA
Dan Rockhill
Convention Keynotes:
2014 WIGINGTON MINORITY ARCHITECTURAL SCHOLARS
Architecture in the Schools (AIS)MATERIALS WANTED Do you have a (smaller) model or cardboard you’re willing to donate to the Architecture in the Schools Committee? AIS uses models as teaching tools and thick cardboard to construct models when working in the classroom. If you can help, contact Angie at [email protected]
Emerging Professionals (EPC) EPC DRAUGHTING CLUB & NAPKIN SKETCHWednesday, Sep. 10, 5:00 - 7:00 pm Harriet Brewing, 3036 Minnehaha Avenue, Minneapolis Stop by for a pint, good conversation, and a napkin sketch or two! We have sketching supplies on hand, or bring your own. Learn more at http://www.aia-mn.org/get-involved/committees/emerging-professionals/emerging-professionals-epc-draughting-club/
MembershipA WARM NEW MEMBER WELCOME! The Membership Committee would like to welcome our newest members:
Minnesota Design Team TWO MDT FALL VISITS — BE A TEAM MEMBER VOLUNTEERPRINCETON VISIT — September 25 - 27ELY VISIT — October 9-11
Join a team of 12-20 volunteers, in either Princeton or Ely, for an intensive, charrette-style weekend, of learning, sharing, and developing ideas for each community’s future—based on the MDT vision. MDT assists communities in planning and designing a viable, appropriate future. Learn more at .http://www.aia-mn.org/get-involved/committees/minnesota-design-team/mdt-volunteers/
Residential Architects 2014 HOMES BY ARCHITECTS TOUR September 20 - 21 Volunteers Needed! Help out for a four-hour shift at this year’s event and receive a FREE tour ticket ($15 value). A 50-minute training session will give you all the details and information you need.
It’s easy to sign up:
1. Browse the tour homes at www.homesbyarchitects.org
2. Access the online sign-up at http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10c0545aca62eaaff2-2014
3. Sign up for the home location and time slot that works best for you.
Questions? Contact Angie at [email protected]
Like us on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hbatour
Follow us on Twitter: @aiamn #hbatour
Tickets On Sale for Homes by Architects TourBuy your tickets early and save $5. Advance tickets are $15, available online at www.homesbyarchitects.org or two tickets for $25 when purchased at the AIA Minnesota office. Order by phone by calling (612) 338-6763.
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COMMITTEE UPDATES
Holly Burley, Assoc. AIAEric Krantz, AlliedJohn Russo, Allied
Robert Thimmesch, AlliedTom Tierney, AlliedJohn K Yau, Assoc. AIA
Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice
Now Available Online!For the first time and exclusively for AIA members — get the latest edition of The Architect’s Handbook of Professional Practice digitally. Don’t need the whole book? Select chapters are available for individual purchase only to AIA members at http://aiastore.hostedbywebstore.com/Chapters-Architects-Handbook-Professional-Practice/dp/B00IIVJIRE
Contract DocumentsDid you know that 70% of industry professionals surveyed indicated that AIA’s design-build documents are the most preferred Design-Build documents? The 2014 versions of the Design-Build documents are now available. The major updates include the flexibility to accommodate various ways in which a design-build project can be delivered, the addition of an Owner’s Criteria, and updated Insurance and Sustainable Project Exhibits. Learn more and get free samples at www.aia.org/design-build.
Your Input is Needed!
AIA Public Policy & Position Statements As Tom Hysell mentioned in his message on page 2 of this newsletter, be sure to go to https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/WWDLD9K to review and comment on the statements up for review this year. Member comment deadline is September. 30.
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AIA Minneapolis AIA Minneapolis President Bryan Paulsen, AIA [email protected]
AIA MINNEAPOLIS LUNCHEON Thursday, Sep. 18, starting at 11:45 am Sponsored by the Evolving Practice Forum International Market Square, Ste. 185 Renee Cheng, AIA, Associate Dean of Research at the U of MN, School of Architecture, will discuss the collaboration between the School of Architecture and leading architectural firms to address the issues of integrating research with practice and providing a structured path to licensure for students. Both groups have direct ties and set common goals through a consortium, creating research agendas beneficial to student, firm, school, professional organizations, industry, and society. The collaborative model nudges the profession toward true culture change — an expectation that all students can be licensed upon graduation, regardless of their final career choices. Register by Monday, Sep. 15, at http://www.aia-mn.org/event/aia-minneapolis-chapter-luncheon-september-2/
AIA Northern Minnesota AIA Northern Minnesota President Christopher Raimann, AIA, [email protected]
NORTHERN MINNESOTA ARCHITECTS FORUM September 12, from 10:00 am - 3:00 pm Maddens Resort in Brainerd, MN No cost for board meeting, continential breakfast, lunch, Forum, and presentation. Fee for golfing. Join us for the AIA Northern Minnesota and AIA Minnesota board meeting, seminar, and golf. David Salmela, FAIA, will present his work on cabins, lake homes, and retreats. Open to the public. To register, go to http://www.aia-mn.org/event/northern-minnesota-architects-forum-2/
AIA NORTHERN MINNESOTA ANNUAL DINNER Friday, Oct. 24 Midi Restaurant in Fitgers Hotel SAVE THE DATE to join us for the open board meeting and dinner, followed by a presentation given by Ron Ramsey. Additional information and registration details to be announced.
AIA St. Paul AIA St. Paul President Pete Keely, AIA [email protected] AIA ST. PAUL MEMBER SURVEY We want to hear from you! Recently we emailed a member survey to all St. Paul members to help us understand the changing dynamic of our membership. Please complete it ASAP. If you did not receive the survey, contact [email protected] .
ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING Tuesday, Oct. 14, at 11:30 am The Minnesota Museum of American Art, Pioneer Endicott Building, 41 E. 4th Street, St. Paul We will present the latest happenings within the AIA and AIA St. Paul Chapter. The MMAA, and Jennifer Yoos from VJAA, will present the exciting new plans for MMAA’s new home. Lunch is included for members who RSVP. To RSVP, email Angie at [email protected].
CHAPTER UPDATES
AIA NORTHERN MINNESOTA “DRAUGHTING CLUB”In August, the Draughting club and emerging professionals launched a 3-part design charrette. The charrette began with a sketch tour on Tuesday, August 19 of the historic Duluth Armory, where several emerging professionals met to collaborate on ideas for future uses of the building. Phase two will consist of an informal presentation of their preliminary designs to area peers. Phase three, will feature a final design presentation promoting the Armory and emerging professionals. For more information on this great series, contact Caralyn Stevens at [email protected]
AIA Minnesota Social Media Pages
AIA Minnesota Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/aiaminnesota AIA Minnesota Twitter: https://twitter.com/aiamn AIA Minnesota Pinterest: http://pinterest.com/aiaminnesota/boards/ AIA Minnesota LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/aiaminnesotaAIA Northern MN Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AIANorthernMinnesota AIA Minneapolis Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/aiampls AIA Saint Paul Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/AIASaintPaul
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IDP/ARE COMMITTEEIntern Development Program (IDP)/ Architect Registration Examination (ARE)
The AIA Minnesota IDP/ARE Committee organizes ARE review sessions for each section of the exam.
Construction Documents & Services Date: Monday & Wednesday, Sep. 8 & 10 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm Location: International Market Square, Suite 512 For details and to register visit: http://www.aia-mn.org/event/review-construction-documents-services/
Building Systems Date: Tuesday, Oct. 7, 14 & 21 Time: 6:30 - 9:30 pm Location: International Market Square, Suite 512 For details and to register visit: http://www.aia-mn.org/event/review-building-systems/
Programming, Planning & Practice Date: Tuesday, Nov. 11 Time: 9:00 am - 12:00 noon Location: Minneapolis Convention Center during Convention
Watch for AIA Minnesota Convention materials available soon.
CONTINUING EDUCATIONMinnesota Adopts New Building Codes The Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry anticipates it will adopt the 2012 International Code Council construction model codes and Minnesota-specific amendments in January 2015. AIA Minnesota is working with the State Construction Codes and Licensing Division to schedule continuing education classes that are specifically intended for architects. Below are those that have been scheduled, to date. Plans are being made to present a Fire Code review in January 2015. INTERNATIONAL RESIDENTIAL CODE, MINNESOTA AMENDMENTS Date: Friday, Sep. 26 Time: 8:30 - 11:30 am Credits: 2.75 HSW LU Hours Location: U of M, CECC with webinar locations in Duluth and Rochester RADON CODE FOR RESIDENTIAL ARCHITECTURE Date: Thursday, Nov. 13 (at Convention) Time: 11:00 am - 12:15 pm Credits: 1.25 HSW LU Hours Location: Minneapolis Convention Center
ACCESSIBILITY CODE Date: Friday, Nov. 14 (at Convention) Time: 8:30 - 11:45 am Credits: 2.75 HSW LU Hours Location: Minneapolis Convention Center
INTERNATIONAL BUILDING CODE, MINNESOTA AMENDMENTS Date: Tuesday, Dec. 9 Time: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm Credits: 7.0 HSW LU Hours Location: U of M, CECC with webinar locations in Duluth and Rochester
Registration for these sessions will be available three weeks prior to each session date at http://www.aia-mn.org/events/continuing-education/continuing-education-current-opportunities/
New Ethics Requirement for Minnesota Licensed ArchitectsIn order for architects to renew their license to practice architecture in Minnesota in 2016, they must report 24 hours of continuing education received between July 1, 2014, and June 30, 2016. New for this next biennium, at least two of the 24 professional development hours must address professional ethics. A program at the AIA Minnesota Convention in November on ethics has been confirmed. AIA Minnesota will be providing other ethics programs throughout the two-year biennium for our members to attend. For details, visit https://www.revisor.mn.gov/laws/?id=236&doctype=Chapter&type=0&year=2014
AIA MINNESOTA FALL ARE REVIEWS
Be Recognized for Your Firm’s Support of IDP
Congratulations to the Cuningham Group Architecture —recipient of the 2012-2015 IDP Outstanding Firm Award!
Applications for the 2014-2017 IDP Firm Award and the 2014-2017 IDP Outstanding Firm Award are now being accepted.
These awards recognize firms from across the country who actively embrace the NCARB Intern Development Program and demonstrate their commitment by making the path to licensure an integral part of the firm’s culture. The program is administered by the NCARB/AIA Internship Advisory Committee.
Submission deadline is Sep. 19, 2014. For more details visit: http://www.aia.org/careerstages/resources/AIAS075023
College of DesignMentorship Program
The College of Design is seeking mentors for the 2014-2015 mentor program. This annual program helps undergraduate and graduate (M.Arch.) students grow professionally by matching them with a mentor in their field of study. Visit www.design.umn.edu/mentor to learn more about the program or complete an online application. Email [email protected] to renew as a returning mentor.
Curious about the program? Attend the Mentor Training Workshop on Thursday, Sep. 18 from 8:00 - 9:00 am. RSVP to Lucy Reile at [email protected].
SAVE THE DATE: The Kick-off Mentorship event will be on Wednesday, Nov. 5 at 6:30 pm
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Items for the September issue of Matrix are due Friday, September 17Items for the October issue of Matrix are due Friday, October .
Please submit content to Mary Larkin at [email protected]
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PEOPLE & FIRMSATS&R was selected by the Chippewa Falls Area Unified School District in Wisconsin to provide leadership in the development of their long-range facilities master plan.
I+S Group (ISG) opened a new office in Des Moines, which brings the number of office locations to seven for ISG across Iowa, Minnesota, and Wisconsin. ISG was also named to the 2014 ZweigWhite Hot Firm List which recognizes the fastest-growing architecture, engineering, planning, and environmental consulting firms in the United States and Canada.
LHB has opened a new office in Superior, which gives them locations in Duluth, Minneapolis, and Superior.
MG McGrath Architectural Sheet was awarded the 2014 North American Copper in Architecture Awards for three projects: Central Corridor Light Rail/Green Line, St. Paul; North Dakota Heritage Center, Bismarck; and Kansas Statehouse Renovation, Topeka.
Peterssen/Keller promoted Kristine Anderson, Assoc. AIA, to associate principal and Andrew Edwins, Assoc. AIA, to associate.
TKDA, Duluth, hired Ben Olson, AIA, as an architect and serves on the AIA Northern Minnesota Board of Directors,
and Rich Baxter as an architectural intern.
Wold Architects & Engineers, St. Paul, welcomes Sara Guyette, AIA as an educational planner. Sara is president-elect for the AIA St. Paul Chapter and was Facilities Director for St. Paul Public Schools.
Legendary Lake Design: 5th Annual Goldstein Museum of Design Benefit at Meadow Knoll on Lake Minnetonka Saturday, Sep. 13, from 6:00 - 9:00 pm. Learn more at http://goldstein.design.umn.edu/support/events/
Ralph Rapson’s 100th Birthday Celebration - Reception & Group Photo on Friday, Sep. 12, from 12:00 - 1:00 pm at Rapson Hall Courtyard. Alumni, students, faculty, staff, and friends are invited to panoramic group photo — with and without signature Rapson mustaches — in honor of what would be Ralph’s 100th birthday this year. Light refreshments provided. Arrive by 12:15 pm to participate in the photograph. Learn more at http://www.aia-mn.org/event/ralph-rapsons-100th-birthday-celebration-reception-group-photo/
Minneapolis Downtown Council’s 2025 Plan is launching an annual Minneapolis Idea eXchange (MiX), to create an open platform for dialogue and discussion focusing on ways to improve business, community, policy and politics, science and discovery, arts and creativity, culture, and our quality of life. Interested in helping to create this exciting event? Contact: Tim Hart-Andersen, Westminster Presbyterian Church, MiX Committee Chair at [email protected]; Mary Shaffer, University of Minnesota, MiX Committee Vice-Chair [email protected]; or John Nolan, US Bank, MiX Leadership Team [email protected].
Volunteer for Art Buddies! Inspire a child from a low-income family to take pride in themselves and their abilities by working with a creative person like you. Create one-one-one with your child while working alongside volunteers from all sorts of creative fields. For more information and to apply, go to http://artbuddies.eventbrite.com Application deadline is Thursday, Sep 18.
Jon Buggy, AIA, past AIA Minnesota president, has joined RSP Architects as principal, with a focus on healthcare and business development.
David Norback, AIA, RSP president citing Jon’s energy, talent, and passion as perfect fits for the firm said, “We look forward to Jon’s leadership in building the firm, expanding our healthcare practice and mentoring younger designers.”
Jon was most recently a Director at Gensler and prior to that, he spent 24 years at AECOM (formerly Ellerbe Becket) as Managing Principal.
“I’m excited to be a part of RSP’s future and look forward to helping RSP’s already strong healthcare practice grow,” Jon said. “RSP has been building an impressive portfolio and I look forward to helping take the practice to the next level. The right mix is there: design strength, a strong client following, and dedication to project management and client service. I think RSP is very well positioned to do big things and I’m energized to be a part of it.”