Room for Both New and Old

In this week’s newsletter, we cover both new and existing developments. From an award-winning new hotel to an adaptive reuse of a historic flour mill, design covers quite a spectrum. Grab your morning brew and dig into the top stories.

1. 2024 Select Service Hotel Public Space

AC Hotel by Marriott Naples 5th Avenue wins at this year's Hospitality Design magazine's HD Awards. Recognized for the Select Service Hotel Public Space, this new Naples, Florida, hotel underscores our commitment to innovative design in the luxury hotel industry. Here's a look at our design.

2. DLR Group Continues to Grow K-12 Education Leadership in Texas

We are excited to announce the addition of Principals and K-12 Education Leaders Jonathan Loiselle AIA, LEED AP, AJ Sustaita, AIA, and Peter Brown, FAIA, to our Austin, Texas studio. These strategic moves further position DLR Group as the leading education design firm serving school districts and communities in Texas. Read more about their stories here.

3. The Intersection of Preservation and Adaptive Reuse

"Some buildings weave the fabric of a city together. So being able to save those buildings … is one of the most fulfilling things we can do as designers," says Senior Principal Ed Wilms, AIA, NCARB.

This #PreservationMonth, we're featuring "People Saving Places" to hear firsthand accounts from preservation advocates, starting with DLR Group's Global Hospitality Leader, Aparium Hotel Group Partner Michael Kitchen, and Sherman Associates President Chris Sherman. Head to our YouTube channel to watch their story on the intersection of preservation and adaptive reuse.

4. T3 FAT Village Breaks Ground in Fort Lauderdale

The new T3 FAT Village mixed-use urban destination in Florida is taking shape. In partnership with 汉斯 and Urban Street Development , this unique redevelopment is slated for completion in late 2026. T3 FAT Village will provide 180,000-SF of Class AA creative office space with an industrial aesthetic, modern conveniences, and extensive outdoor areas. As a step towards a greener future, our design will incorporate mass timber construction, promote a biophilic environment, and reduce carbon emissions. Get the full story here.

5. Creating a Holistic Campus Vision

Exciting transformations are taking shape at Tulsa Community College in Oklahoma. In collaboration with GH2 Architects, LLC , we're optimizing resources across four campuses covering 2,000,000-SF. These upgrades address student needs and post-pandemic challenges, fostering stronger community and industry partnerships. Learn more about this holistic campus vision.

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