tvsdesign Promotes 11 New Leaders
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"We are so energized by this group of talented design leaders," said
This accomplished group of architects and interior designers has made its mark on the firm's portfolio of work by designing and managing some of the world's most complex hotels, convention centers, corporate headquarters and aquariums. tvsdesign is proud to congratulate the following professionals:
New Principals
Aaron Gentry , previously a senior associate, has a facility for taming large, complex hospitality projects by balancing art, visitor experience and functionality. Recently, theGeorgia Aquarium architect has been working on significant projects in theMiddle East . His portfolio also includes the Metro Toronto Convention Center Master Plan, as well as resorts inthe United States ,Vietnam ,China ,Montenegro , St. Vincent and theGrenadines ,United Arab Emirates , andSt. Kitts .David Brown , previously an associate principal, is a trusted client advocate who is well-versed in designing corporate campuses and build-to-suit headquarters such as the new LPL Financial campus inSouth Carolina . Previous projects include LEED® CS Platinum Duke Energy Center inCharlotte, N.C. , several corporate offices for Merrill Lynch around the country and TIAA-CREF, also inCharlotte .Janet Simpson , previously a senior associate, specializes in workplace design and strategic services for diverse clients ranging from large public financial services firms with offices around the country to privately owned professional service firms. An early advisor in client real estate planning, Janet couples her strong design skills with observation, analysis and evidence-based decision making to help clients incorporate changing workplace norms into their new office designs.Patricia Richey , previously a senior associate, is passionate about translating a hotel's brand into a great guest experience while retooling underperforming space into client assets. She has worked on hospitality interiors for major hotels across the country, including projects for the Hilton, Hyatt, Ritz-Carlton and Marriott brands. A hands-on leader, Patricia manages project details to achieve wonderful transformations.Robert O'Keefe , previously a senior associate, is a versatile designer specializing in conventions, aquariums and cultural arts. He currently is working on theNew Atlanta Stadium , whereAtlanta's NFL and MLS teams will play. Having just finished the newMusic City Center inNashville, Tenn. , he's also designed theNingxia International Convention Center , which is now under construction. Rob also has worked on some of the largest aquariums in the world, including theGeorgia Aquarium andChina's Nanchang Aquarium , which also is under construction.Ron Crawford , previously a senior associate, puts his hospitality industry knowledge to work for some of the great hotel brands. He currently is working on an expansion for theSan Diego Marriott Marquis and a renovation of the Grand HyattWashington, D.C. His portfolio includes theGaylord Colorado Resort and Conference Center Concept Design and severalCaribbean resorts. Ron is particularly proud ofNashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort renovation, which was designed and constructed in six months to recover from the city's severe flooding in 2010.
New associate principals
Brooke Taylor , previously a senior associate, is a talented designer with broad market experience. His recent work includes the soon-to-openCollege Football Hall of Fame inAtlanta as well as education, cultural arts and mixed-use projects inthe United States andAsia .Vision Tower , a luxurious, 50+ story office building inDubai that he helped design, opened in 2011.Ingrid Christensen , previously a senior associate, specializes in workplace interiors. She recently completed a multi-floor project inChicago for a confidential financial client and currently is working on a new global headquarters for long-time client Zebra Technologies in suburbanChicago .Lei Gao , previously a senior associate, has built his career in international projects, especially inChina andUnited Arab Emirates . His mixed-use portfolio includes convention center, resort, hotel, office and retail projects. He currently is working on a 26-story luxury residential tower inDubai .Pierluca Maffey , previously a senior associate, specializes in international projects from concept to construction. He has served as designer and project manager on projects in theEurope ,China ,India ,United Arab Emirates andthe United States . He currently is working on the Jinan Industrial Expo Center inChina and a convention center in theMiddle East .Paul McKeever , previously a senior associate, is director of operations in theMiddle East andNorthern Africa . Recent work includes theNanjing Convention Center inChina ,Music City Center inNashville , the adaptive reuse ofCobo Center inDetroit ,Jeddah Residential Tower inSaudi Arabia and Maram Residence inDubai .
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