Billionaire Philanthropist to AASA: Superintendents Should Tap Their Grads for Big Support, February 15, 2018 “The CEO and co-founder of the Blackstone Group, a global private equity firm with $434 billion in assets, told school system leaders they ought to solicit the successful graduates of their public schools for the same kind of financial support […]
Gilbert Architects welcomes Steven M. Knaub, Jr., AIA, LEED Accredited Professional and Matthew W. Bobb
Gilbert Architects is pleased to welcome Steven M. Knaub, Jr., AIA, LEED AP to the firm as Senior Project Manager. Steve brings over twenty years architectural experience with a strong knowledge of building code compliance and sustainable design, as well as master planning and zoning variance experience. He co-authored “Responsible Renovation – A Study in […]
Gilbert Architects welcomes Kenneth Goad
Gilbert Architects is pleased to welcome Kenneth Goad to the firm as Construction Administrator. Ken comes to the firm with over 40 years of architectural and construction experience. His experience includes schools, universities, health care facilities and offices.
Gilbert Architects congratulates Scott A. Adams and Rod Frey, Jr., Assoc. AIA
Gilbert Architects is pleased to announce promotions to Scott A. Adams and Rod Frey, Jr., Assoc. AIA in their new positions as Studio Directors. Scott has been with the firm for 19 years and Rod for 17 years, both in various positions, most recently as Senior Project Managers. The depth of their experience in educational […]
2017 Atlanta LearningSCAPES Conference – Global Innovations in Place – October 26 to October 29, 2017
Thomas W. Gilbert, AIA, REFP, recently attended the A4LE International LearningSCAPES Conference held at the Marriott Marquis, Atlanta, Georgia for those who plan, design, equip, furnish and maintain places where students learn. LearningSCAPES provided groundbreaking educational sessions, inspiring keynotes, and a showcase of state-of-the-art tools that move learning into the future. Keynote Speaker David Houle, […]
Tools for Schools… my schools … my impact
Thomas W. Gilbert, AIA, REFP, attended the Harford County Education Foundation’s 1st Annual Tools for Schools Breakfast Gala held on September 27, 2017 at the Maryland Golf & Country Club. The Breakfast Gala celebrates the impact the community partners play in the schools, while honoring “Everyday Heroes.” Everyday Heroes are outstanding educators who promote exemplary dedication […]
School Planning and Design Graduate Course
Thomas W. Gilbert, AIA, REFP, presented to the Widener University students enrolled in the School Planning and Design Graduate Course at the Eastern Mennonite College Campus on May 31, 2017. Adjunct Professor David M. Rentschler, Ed.D., Doctor of Education Program and retired administrator with the School District of Lancaster, has brought many future school superintendents […]
Gilbert Architects shares the Recommendations of the PSBA Workgroup for PlanCon Improvements, published Fall 2016
Recommendations of the PSBA Workgroup for PlanCon Improvements. The intent of the report is that the recommendations be considered in the efforts to provide a more modern, simplified and financially sustainable process for the State reimbursement to school districts.
AIA Pennsylvania holds AEC Education Summit & Expo – September 29, 2016
Thomas W. Gilbert, AIA, REFP, attended the AEC (Architecture, Engineering and Construction) Education Summit & Expo held at the Harrisburg Hilton, bringing together the architecture, engineering, and construction community; state legislators and local officials; and several school district superintendents around the state. Discussions ensued over the state of K-12 school construction funding, PlanCon update, and […]
LearningSCAPES 2016 Conference: September 28 – October 1, 2016
Gilbert Architects is participating in the A4LE (Association for Learning Environments) LearningSCAPES 2016 Conference by providing a Learning Tour of the $119.2M LEED Gold Upper Dublin High School as one of the suburban school tours scheduled for Wednesday, September 28, 2016. President Thomas W. Gilbert, AIA, REFP will present the tour of the 4-year multi-phase […]