WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? As a student, I was involved with AIAS and never considered not becoming a member of the AIA when I graduated. I was active in the AIA in Chicago with the Young Architects Committee…
Brian D. Rich
WHAT RELATIONSHIPS HAVE YOU CREATED? The best relationships I have made are in the historic preservation and cultural resources realm and include networking with local, national, and international cultural resources experts, including architects, engineers, materials testing and analysis, conservation, and…
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Faith Fullerton
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? As an architecture student at the University of Washington, and current President of UW’s AIAS (American Institute of Architecture Students) organization, I am thrilled to join the initiative for more student engagement within AIA…
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Rashpal Bassi, PE
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I joined AIA for the community and the opportunity to hear about what other people in the industry are up to and to learn and share what we are doing and have learned. WHAT…
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Daryl Fonslow, PE, LEED AP
WHAT INSPIRED YOU TODAY? My son inspires me every day with keeping things simple, honest, and sustainable. Nothing like a 5-year-old to keep you present in the moment and motivated to leave this world ideally better for our future generations.…
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Tim Rhodes, RA, AIA
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I’ve been a member of the AIA since 1987 and support AIA Seattle because this strong, dynamic chapter of Architect’s best professional organization is moving the industry forward every day. WHAT IS THE VALUE…
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Ola Jarvegren
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I think it’s important to support organizations that are out there promoting our industry. As an engineer, I feel that I should play a part in supporting architects. AIA brings important subjects into focus…
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Matthew Copus, CIC, CRM
Matthew Copus is a Senior vice president for AssuredPartners, an insurance brokerage firm that specializes in helping design professionals protect and improve their bottom line. Read more
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Laura Ovsak AIA
A native of upstate New York, Laura is an Architect working as a Project Manager with GLY Construction. She has a combined 11 years of experience in architecture/design and construction management. The transition from design to construction management happened organically…
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Dylan Glosecki AIA
WHAT IS THE VALUE OF AIA TO YOU? The connection with fellow architects and non-architects who share a passion for enhancing Seattle as a connected, accessible, and diverse city. The chance connection and cross-pollination of ideas that has shaped my…
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Kara Weaver AIA
Kara Weaver is a landscape architect with nearly 20 years of experience designing and documenting public projects. She brings clarity to projects that pose complex challenges, require intensive coordination between disciplines, and provide opportunities for innovative and elegant problem solving.…
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Mitch Smith AIA
WHAT IS THE VALUE OF AIA TO YOU? AIA advances the profession of architecture holistically for an individual architect, small practice, or the industry. The sharing of resources and advocacy efforts that promote the highest standards of design and ethics…
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Kelly Mabry AIA
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I was introduced to the AIA through my university’s AIAS chapter. As an active committee member of the University of Oregon AIAS, I saw firsthand how the AIA could foster community and provide mentorship…
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Allison Pride AIA, NOMA, LEED AP, GPCP
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? After living and working overseas for several years, I felt disconnected from other professionals in the field. Joining AIA Seattle afforded me a great opportunity to meet and connect with professionals within the greater…
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Rushyan Yen AIA
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I first joined AIA Seattle after graduate school to make professional and non-professional connections in a new city. As my AIA friendships and mentors grew, my passion for affecting change blossomed as well. I…
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Sarah Burk
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I initially joined AIA Seattle so I could meet like-minded peers and gain support during the licensure progress. While in school, I was a part of the AIAS and served on the chapter board…
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Melissa Falcetti
WHY ARE YOU INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THE AIA SEATTLE BOARD OF DIRECTORS? As cheesy as it sounds, volunteering for industry organizations has truly enriched not just my career but also my life. We’re in a small and collaborative industry…
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Mark Smedley
I started my interactions with AIA when I was a Freshman at Bartlett-Begich Secondary School in Anchorage and my drafting teacher (Mr. Monaco) had us enter an AIA Student Design Competition each year. Then I did an internship at CCC…
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Becca Book
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? AIA Seattle allows me to meet with and learn from members with a shared interest in design and sustainability. It provides a venue to grow these relationships through engaging conversations around the challenges facing…
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Mark Chubb
Mark’s work in fire protection, code consulting, and code development spans four decades. Mark’s work with architects, engineers, construction managers, general contractors, and building owners focuses on solving complex problems arising from the intersection between building regulations, innovative design, and…
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Jim Lawler, AIA
Jim joined Milbrandt Architects in 2013. He has managed projects ranging from mixed-use buildings, retail, multi-family, podium buildings, and government projects. He is our go to code person from software code to the International Residential Code. EDUCATION: Bachelor of Architecture & -Washington State University REGISTRATIONS: Architect – Washington, California Read more
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Michelle Yates AIA
WHY DID YOU JOIN AIA SEATTLE? I was introduced to AIA Seattle through the Young Architects Forum (YAF) and Women in Design Committees while in graduate school at the University of Washington. Like many students, I was lured in by…
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