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Brian Roth, AIA, LEED AP, Associate and Senior Project Manager at IKM Architecture  In today’s fast-paced world, the demand for skilled labor in industries like healthcare, manufacturing, and technology is at an all-time high. Traditional educational models are often ill-equipped to meet this demand, leaving a significant gap between what students learn in classrooms and…

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Chelsea Jno Baptiste’s journey began at the College of Engineering Design, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Architecture from the University of California, Berkeley. Driven by a passion for innovative design, she furthered her expertise at the Harvard Graduate School of Architecture, earning a Master of Architecture. Currently, Chelsea serves as a Project Designer at IKM Architecture’s Pittsburgh office. In addition to her professional role, she dedicates her time to shaping the next generation of architects as an adjunct professor, guiding first-year architecture students at both the University of Pittsburgh and Carnegie Mellon University.

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Project Designer Ty Juan Swanson-Sawyer, from our Cleveland office, is a graduate of Kent State University. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture and a dual Master’s degree in Architecture and Urban Design. His architectural trajectory began with participation in the Architecture, Construction, and Engineering (ACE) Mentor Program of Cleveland. Here’s a glimpse into his inspiring career path within the architecture community.

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Let’s talk about designing for safety and security in k-12 buildings. Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Associate and Project Manager, Allison Mason, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the…

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What is Biophilic Design? Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Interior Designer, Lisa Granger, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the IKM Architecture team to discuss and explore how we…

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Let’s talk about designing for the K-12 athletic experience. Tune in to listen to a quick conversation between IKM President, John Schrott, and IKM Project Architect, Ben Clements, chat further about this topic. “On the Spot with IKM” is a casual video series that utilizes the vast knowledge base of the IKM Architecture team to…

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