International, award-winning architecture firm Oppenheim Architecture has been selected as the 2023 Laureate of The American Prize for Architecture. The prestigious award is regarded internationally as the highest honor for architecture in the United States.
Emerging as a pillar of his local and professional communities, architect Joshua Zinder, AIA, LEED AP, frequently lends his talents for design innovation, leadership and mentorship — however he can do the greatest amount of good.
The construction industry will need to attract an estimated 501,000 additional workers on top of the normal pace of hiring in 2024 to meet the demand for labor, according to a proprietary model developed by Associated Builders and Contractors.
Key leadership posts have been announced by Beverly Willis Architecture Foundation, leaders in women’s advocacy. Angelica T. Baccon, AIA, has been named chair of BWAF’s Board of Trustees. Baccon is principal at SHoP Architects, which led the design of The Bev, BWAF’s new headquarters and multipurpose space.
Ware Malcomb announced Jan. 30 that Shannon Suess has joined the firm’s Seattle office as director of interior architecture and design. In this role, she will focus on the growth of the office’s interior architecture and design practice, and overall business development within the Seattle market and beyond.
Associated Builders and Contractors announced Jan. 24 that Stephanie Schmidt-Lehmann, 2022 chair of the ABC board of directors and former president of Poole Anderson Construction in State College, Pennsylvania, has been named executive vice president of industry relations and member value.