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2009 City of La Verne Community Design Award La Verne, CA – February 17th, 2009 – Doug Pancake, AIA, is presented with a Community Design Award. The purpose of the awards is to recognize outstanding achievements in project development. Nominations were accepted in six categories including: Commercial, Industrial, Residential, Institutional, Historic Preservation, and Community Enhancement. The City Council seeks to award those projects that merit recognition for excellence in design and compliance with the General Plan policies to protect and promote La Verne's unique character by encouraging distinctive development through architectural quality and people-oriented design.
STORY FROM NORTH COUNTY TIMES Escondido: City's next landmark on the horizon Ask anyone to name a single visual landmark that identifies Escondido and you may get any number of answers, if not just shrugs.
IRWIN PANCAKE ARCHITECTS COMPLETES SOUND VIEW APARTMENTS
Des Moines, WA – October 20th, 2008 – Irwin Pancake Architects of Seattle, WA recently completed the first phase of an ambitious campus improvement program - The Sound View Apartments for Judson Park, a premier retirement community located in Des Moines, WA. The apartment homes are an upscale expansion of affordable residential living options for today’s active seniors. As part of a continuing care retirement community, they provide additional living options for residents to age in place. Each of the 64 apartment homes feature panoramic views of Puget Sound, one or two bedrooms, a gourmet kitchen featuring granite countertops, spacious living areas, walk-in closets, a private veranda for outdoor living, underground parking, all situated in the midst of Des Moines natural beauty. The Grand Opening took place on October 1st, 2008 with move-ins underway. Additional improvements to the campus include: The Grove - Alzheimer Memory Care remodel, upgraded common areas and dining room in the Cauldwell Health Center, a renovated kitchen and new Bistro for the Watson Building. Future improvements may include a Bistro expansion and additional cottages. For more information about Judson Park and its Sound View Apartment Homes expansion, or to tour the new community, please call (206) 824-4000, visit the community at 23600 Marine View Drive South in Des Moines, or visit the web site at www.JudsonPark.com Judson Park is managed by ABHOW, a trusted nonprofit provider of quality retirement housing and health care since 1949. Visit their website at www.abhow.com.
TECH UPDATE
Chuck Good-Man, Director of Architecture for Irwin Pancake Architects, was recently quoted in the July publication of BUILDINGS Magazine, a source for Building Industry Facilities Decision-Makers. The article, “Building Smarter, Faster, Cheaper with BIM” (Building Information Modeling), explores the many ways this technology offers: design freedom, building analysis, streamlined documents, errors & omission resolution, easier scheduling and is also effective in facility management. Chuck explains why energy analysis and modeling are just a few of the ways that BIM results in a more efficient building. “You can start doing ‘what-ifs’. The software can help architects predict energy costs and understand how the design will impact energy use”. Chuck recently attended the AGC (Associated General Contractors) BIM Forum in Lake Tahoe. Nearly 150 attendees, including designers, contractors, subcontractors, owners, lawyers and academics, conducted working sessions, explored new BIM methods and collaborated to develop the best practices that will guide the industry as it moves toward BIM adoption. Irwin Pancake made the switch to BIM two years ago with the help of Graphisoft reseller, Digital Vision. To help ease and accelerate the process, DigitalVision provided an ‘embedded BIM expert’ who worked directly with project teams at the firm’s office as they transitioned from 2D to 3D. What’s more remarkable is that the firm transitioned to BIM during a period of rapid expansion as it more than doubled size.
DOUGLAS PANCAKE, AIA, SERVES AS JUDGE IN
Washington, D.C. – March 21 – Doug Pancake, AIA, a principal with Irwin Pancake Architects in Costa Mesa, Calif., recently served as a judge in the 2008 Best of 50+ Housing Awards, the premier design and marketing competition for the seniors housing industry.
Costa Mesa, CA - Carl Irwin, AIA, a forty-plus year resident of Seal Beach was honored as "Person of the Year" at the 50+ Housing Council of Southern California's annual SAGE Awards. The SAGE Award for Person of the Year recognizes an individual for their commitment, personal compassion and professional contributions to housing and related services to residents 50+. At the event on November 28th Carl was quick to add, "Although the award was presented to me, I could not have accomplished any of this without a dedicated and talented staff." Carl's career commitment to Southern California's seniors began in 1966 as the Principal of Irwin & Associates. He soon became a board member of the Southland Lutheran Home and Geriatric Center in Norwalk. From this point on, he based his architectural practice on designing facilities and homes for the aging. Upon accepting his award Carl recounted something his mother once said about retirement homes, "She said that she never wanted to live in 'one of those places', because in her day, a retirement home was on par with the county poor farm." Through four decades of practice Carl has devoted himself to designing senior care environments that are more 'home-like' and less like an institution. During his long career he demonstrated personal compassion and dedication by writing codes, participating in senior-based organizations, speaking nationally on aging and co-inventing products. With a body of work that spans more than four decades and over 300 senior projects, Carl Irwin continues to be a devoted advocate for improving the quality of life for seniors.
Air Force Village West wins "Project of the Year"
Costa Mesa, CA - Air Force Village West received the SAGE Award for Project of Year on November 28th, 2007. The SAGE Award recognizes the developer of a completed age-qualified or age-targeted (50+) residential development that includes innovative or noteworthy elements – architectural or otherwise – and serves as a model for other housing developments. Established in 1989, Air Force Village West is a not-for-profit, tax-exempt, public benefit corporation open to all retired military officers and their spouses. This niche market is well educated and well traveled, and appreciates the lifestyle amenities offered at Air Force Village West. The residents share a strong comradeship that is strengthened by a master planned community that offers a central core of togetherness but allows for individual privacy. A new chapel and a meeting hall are currently in design. Future plans may include more homes, a recreational building and sports courts. General Charles Lamb, President/CEO of Air Force Village West, was quoted as saying, "We feel honored to be the recipient of this meaningful award. There is nothing more rewarding than serving our military retirees in our 55+ community." For more information about this unique community contact: 1-800-729-2999 or go to: www.afvw.com
Irwin Pancake Architects
Irwin Pancake Architects has hired Thomas Mead as Director of Architecture to head the expansion of their Seattle office. Thomas grew up in architecture following in the footsteps of his father and uncle. He has a varied range of experience in projects, including custom residential, elder and health care, and resorts and commercial projects. Thomas will be responsible for the daily operations of the firm, such as managing staff and scheduling work. He will also work closely with clients to ensure design objectives and project construction schedules are met. Thomas has written and presented seminars and workshops on Interpersonal Communications, Personal Development and Architectural Practices of Codes, Plans and Specifications. Thomas is currently overseeing the expansion of Judson Park Retirement Community, located in Des Moines, WA. Owned by ABHOW (American Baptist Homes of the West), the new construction to the CCRC (Continuing Care Retirement Community) includes building wing additions to the independent living apartments, below grade parking, expanded assisted living programs in adjoining common areas and a roof-top deck. All of the apartments feature private balconies with unobstructed, panoramic views of Puget Sound. The Sound View Apartment Homes at Judson Park is an upscale expansion of affordable residential living options for today’s active seniors. Also joining Irwin Pancake Architects Seattle office is Greg Clark previously with Pulte Homes Architectural Services Department and Lesley Sukup, formerly a Production Designer/Job Captain for Starbucks. Both Greg and Lesley's background will complement the current project workload and assist with the rising demand for design geared towards the 55+ population. Irwin Pancake Architects, an award-winning firm located in Costa Mesa, CA, has focused on Independent, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing and Alzheimer’s markets for over forty years. The firm’s sister company, Irwin Pancake Dawson Residential Architects, provides planning, design and consulting for the 55+ Lifestyle Market.
7th International Conference
Taking Home a Gold
The Clubhouse at Independence Village at the Dominion in San Antonio, Texas is an example of the type of community center that appeals to the Baby Boomer generation. Awarded a GOLD for design excellence, this prestigious honor from the National Association of Homebuilders recognizes those who strive to elevate the overall quality of 50+ housing across the country. The Clubhouse is located within Independence Village, a private access retirement enclave within San Antonio’s premier golf course community, The Dominion. The Clubhouse was designed to function as a multi-purpose indoor/outdoor destination center. This concept encourages residents to move from one activity to another creating a full day to evening experience with amenities reached through a series of open corridors. This design style reflects the Boomer generations’ desire for Lifestyle housing that emphasizes new experiences and interesting places. The architecture is an elegantly rustic Tuscan/Andulusian style enhanced by
the generous use of local San Antonio stone.
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