VMDO Architects

Presenting the 'School Without Walls' at SCUP yesterday was a celebration of The University of Virginia's School of Data Science. As the first school of its kind in the nation, it is guided by common goals: to further discover, share knowledge, and make a positive impact on society through collaborative, open responsible data science research and education. At the forefront of the transdisciplinary field of data science, this first academic installment on the Emmet-Ivy Corridor, the groundbreaking center is set to help define the future of the University’s development.

VMDO will be in Philadelphia from July 21st-23rd for the SCUP 2024 Annual Conference. The largest Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) event of the year brings together Higher Education professionals to learn and discuss how to navigate the challenges currently present in our communities. Tuesday Morning, VMDOs Lauren Shirley along with Phil Bourne University of Virginia and Mike Taylor Hopkins Architects will be presenting: A School Without Walls: The Architecture of Data Science Data science is a rapidly developing discipline and serves as a catalyst for the future development and management of institutional faculties. This session will examine the unique engagement process behind the University of Virginia’s (UVA) ‘School without Walls’, as well as its dynamic programming and design for serving an emerging discipline. This project plays a special role in providing a venue for community and industry interaction and research. We’ll explore points of engagement with an expanding faculty throughout the design process, which inspired flexible internal planning, and reflect on the appropriateness of wider contextual influences on the design solution. Be sure to join Tuesday, July 23rd at 8:30am. You won't want to miss it!

VMDO will be in Milwaukee, Wisconsin for ACUHO-I's annual conference from June 22-25th. Campus Home. LIVE! is the place to be for housing professionals who are looking for forward-thinking programming, speakers, and networking opportunities. this weekend will be filled with dynamic keynote speakers, practical and informative sessions, and a bustling exposition hall. VMDO's Michele Westrick will be on the discussion panel "Achieving Sustainability Goals Across Project Delivery Methods." This panel brings industry leaders from general contractors, architects, and engineers to discuss real-world experiences and lessons learned on how sustainability and environmental stewardship success is designed, constructed, delivered, and messaged to residents, administration, and developers. Join us for this discussion Sunday at Educational Session 2 | 10-10:50am and be sure to visit VMDO at booth #516 in the Exhibit hall!

Always an exciting day on site with our Truesdell Elementary School Team!

Michelle Amt is Elevated to the AIA’s College of Fellows! The AIA College of Fellows Investiture Ceremony took place last Wednesday to congratulate the 2024 class of AIA Fellows. Michelle was joined by her peers as they were celebrated for their achievements and contributions to the profession of architecture. To become an AIA Fellow, one must be elected through a rigorous process and then selected by a jury of their peers. Becoming an AIA Fellow is the highest membership honor one can achieve and only 3% of AIA members have this distinction. Be sure to click the link below to learn more about Michelle Amt and her contributions. https://lnkd.in/ehdWJSYQ

Last Friday, VMDO received 5 National Awards at the AIA24 Awards Gala! Thurston Hall Renovation - AIA National Architecture Award - AIA National Housing Award - COTE Top Ten Award Alice West Fleet Elementary School - COTE Top Ten Award Cardinal Elementary School - Education Facility Design Award Learn more about our projects here https://lnkd.in/eJHXvmjJ From guiding fellow AIA members on tours of our buildings, presenting on how we achieve net zero energy in our designs, receiving FIVE National Awards at the Awards Gala Friday evening, and celebrating our Director of Sustainability Equity Michelle Amt as she was made an AIA Fellow, this was a week to remember. Thank you The American Institute of Architects (AIA) for hosting a conference filled with camaraderie, laughter, and appreciation for the profession. VMDO is dedicated to making lasting impacts on the communities we serve and we are so incredibly thankful to be backed by an amazing group of people who make our mission possible.

VMDO is at AIA24! From June 5-8th, the AIA24 Conference on Architecture Design is being hosted in Washington, D.C. and we couldn't be more excited.    AIA24 is a premier annual conference that celebrates multidisciplinary solutions from across the built environment and the power of designing a better world, together. Through networking, education, events, tours, and the industry’s largest expo, AIA24 fosters cross-industry collaborations and solutions. VMDO is pleased to be hosting 3 tours, a seminar, and a reception at this year's conference. You can find these events and their corresponding program codes listed below.   ET123 - Stead Park: DC's First Net-Zero Community Center (Wed. 1 pm)  AIA Virginia Reception, hosted at our DC Office (Thurs. 7 pm)  ET220 - Lubber Run Community Center Site Walk & Tour (Fri. 10:15 am)  ET213 - Teaching Schools: Arlington's Net-Zero-Energy Schools Tour (Fri. 1:00 pm)  FR401 - Getting to Net-Zero: A Case Study of Arlington Public Schools (Fri. 4 pm)  AIA Awards Gala, National Building Museum (Fri. 6 pm)    We can't wait to see you in D.C.! #AIA24

We had a wonderful time sponsoring the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) micro-regional tour of University of Virginia's Edgar Shannon Library Renewal and the New Contemplative Science Center. This event took participants on an afternoon tour of two course-altering building projects that have exemplified how UVA plans, designs and delivers educational spaces to support a diverse range of evolving student and faculty needs. Thank you to all of those who were able to participate!

The Maryland ASBO 70th Annual Spring Conference is around the corner!    From May 19th-22nd VMDOs Rob Winstead and Teresa Hamm-Modley will be in Ocean City attending the Maryland Association of School Business Officials 2024 Spring conference. Approximately 400 business leaders from MD K12 districts and state agencies, and nearly 200 exhibitors (including VMDO) will come together to discuss how to make a meaningful difference in our communities. With educational sessions, vendors, and endless networking opportunities, we can't wait to have meaningful conversations about how we can positively impact the lives of students in Maryland.    Be sure to come visit us at booth #432!    Photography by: Tom Holdsworth

We are hiring and we can't wait to meet you! VMDO is a lively, creative, and passionate firm committed to connecting people and places through design. We are recruiting a Project Architect for our Washington, D.C. location. If you are interested in learning more and joining the VMDO Team apply today! . . . #wearehiring #hiring #hiringnow #architecture #architects #hiringarchitects #designers #hiringdesigners #jobs #job