The neighbors of Bramhall Square, a tiny public space in Portland, Maine, believe this 3,400 SF, steeply-sloped parcel is not living up to its potential. So late last year, local and regional groups banned together to sponsor an Ideas Competition inviting design professionals to re-envision Bramhall Square. Thirteen designs were presented at a public forum… Read more »
Richard L. Rollins, PE, a longtime principal owner at WBRC Architects Engineers, retired from the firm at the end of 2017 after 39 years of distinguished service. For nearly 20 of those years, he led the MEP Engineering Department. A talented mechanical engineer, Dick focused on designs and studies related to mechanical, electrical, and plumbing… Read more »
Bangor, ME and Boston, MA – WBRC Architects Engineers, in collaboration with Ellenzweig of Boston, is pleased to announce its recent selection for the design of the new Engineering Education and Design Center at the University of Maine, proposed to be upward of $80 million. Located on UMaine’s flagship campus in Orono, the forthcoming Engineering… Read more »
R. E. Crawford Construction’s new headquarters in Lakewood Ranch has earned a Grand Aurora Award, presented annually by the Southeast Building Conference and Florida Home Builders Association. Built by R.E. Crawford Construction and designed by WBRC Architects Engineers, the facility was chosen as this year’s Best Commercial Project under 20,000 SF. The new 10,800 SF,… Read more »
WBRC Architects Engineers is pleased to welcome Tyler R. Johnson, AIA to its architectural team in Portland, Maine. “It is actually welcome back,” says WBRC Education Studio Director Ray Bolduc. “Tyler started out his career as an Architectural Intern at WBRC, and we’re very pleased to have him on the team once again.” Tyler Johnson… Read more »
WBRC Architects Engineers, a full-service architecture and engineering firm with offices in Maine and Florida, is pleased to announce that architect Kristian Kowal, AIA, has joined its owner/management team as a Principal. Kris was unanimously asked to join WBRC’s Board of Directors in recognition of his design leadership, personal integrity, and exemplary service to clients.… Read more »
WBRC, a full-service architecture and engineering firm with offices in Maine and Florida, announces the promotion of Stephanie Laplant, Daniel Monroe, and Paul Monyok to Senior Associates and Shareholders. These professionals were chosen unanimously by WBRC’s Board of Directors in recognition of their leadership, innovative solutions, and exemplary service to clients. “These promotions recognize the… Read more »
WBRC welcomes senior architectural designer Mauren Freire to its team. Freire comes to the United States from Sao Paulo, Brazil, where she owned the award-winning Mauren Freire Architecture & Interior Design, specializing in residential and commercial design. Her work has been exhibited at the Casa Cor Es Exhibition and the Morar Mais. Mauren Freire is… Read more »
Whitney and his father, retired electrical engineer Wilbert Whitney, were honored for their contributions to the engineering profession at a ceremony at Emera Astronomy Center. ORONO, ME – Douglas W. Whitney, AIA, was inducted into the University of Maine’s Francis Crowe Society as an honorary member during an August 12 ceremony at its Orono, Maine… Read more »
WBRC Architects ⋅ Engineers, a full-service architecture and engineering firm with offices in Maine and Florida, has announced the promotion of Laura Adcock, AIA, CDT, NCARB to Principal. Adcock joined WBRC in 2005 after achieving a Bachelor’s of Architecture from Mississippi State University. “Laura has consistently shown a high level of leadership, client dedication, and… Read more »
