News Archive
- Strada Announces New Hires
Strada has hired Robert W. Dower II as a full-time intern architect. In addition, Strada has hired two summer interns to work this summer: Adam P. Hall from Carnegie Mellon University and Chris L. Lynn from Cornell University. Both are pursuing their master's degrees.
- John Martine, AIA Presents Seminars at Main Streets and Preservation PA Conferences
John A. Martine, AIA was invited to present “Transforming a Local Neighborhood into a Regional Destination” at the upcoming 2006 National Main Streets Conference in New Orleans, June 4-7. John also recently presented “Building Rehab 101” at the May 18-19, 2006 Pennsylvania Heritage Partnerships Conference.
- Ed Shriver Participates in New Orleans Roundtable
Invited to participate in the AIA Regional and Urban Design Committee (RUDC) Spring Roundtable, Edward A. Shriver, Jr., AIA spent May 12-14, 2006 in New Orleans talking with local and state leaders working on the recovery and rebuilding efforts along the Gulf Coast.
- Larazus Rises Again - Strada's Design for Piatt Place Unveiled
Millcraft Investments officially announced their purchase of the former Lazarus Department Store in Downtown Pittsburgh and unveiled the new design. Millcraft commissioned Strada to design the conversion of the former 265,000 s.f. Lazarus Department Store and turn it into an exciting mixed-use project named Piatt Place.
- Strada Receives Interior Award From AIA Pittsburgh Chapter
Strada received a Certificate of Merit in Interior Architecture from the Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for the design of the new Ibiza Tapas and Wine Bar on East Carson Street. The new 3,500 s.f. restaurant is located next to Mallorca Restaurant on Pittsburgh's South Side.
- Strada Artists Featured in Gallery Exhibition
Michael Stern and Mason Radkoff of Strada were selected as two of 16 Pittsburgh designers to be featured in By design, a new exhibition at 937 Liberty Avenue. By design aims to provide insight into how designers make connections, interpret content, express meaning through visual form, and observe the world.
- Strada Architects Present Seminar at Virginia Conference
John A. Martine, AIA and Tom Price, Associate AIA, presented “Patching Pittsburgh: Stitching the Past and the Present Together to Mend the Urban Fabric” at Architecture Exchange East in Virginia. The largest Virginia building and design conference was held from Nov. 2-4, 2005 at the Greater Richmond Convention Center.
- Michael Stern Named Chairman of ULI Pittsburgh District Council
Michael A. Stern, ASLA has been elected to serve as Chairman of the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Pittsburgh District Council. Michael, an active member in ULI, serves on the Inner-City Council, national advisory panels, and recently published an article in Urban Land magazine titled “Pittsburgh Forges Ahead”.
- Ed Shriver Serves on ULI Advisory Panel
Edward A. Shriver, Jr., AIA, recently served on an Urban Land Institute (ULI) advisory panel to discuss redevelopment strategies for Midtown Plaza and surrounding areas of downtown Rochester, NY.
- Strada Celebrates Grand Opening of Ibiza Restaurant
Strada celebrated the grand opening of Pittsburgh's first authentic Wine & Tapas Bar, Ibiza Restaurant, on Friday, June 10th. The new 3,500 s.f. restaurant is located on E. Carson Street next to Mallorca Restaurant on Pittsburgh's South Side. With seating for 90 inside and an additional 35 in the rear courtyard, the restaurant provides a fresh contemporary look that compliments the historic East Carson Street neighborhood.
- Mifflin Elementary School Dedication
Today at 1:00 p.m., students, teachers, administrators and friends will gather to dedicate the new addition to Mifflin Elementary School. District representatives, school board officials, Pittsburgh Public Schools administrators, and Strada Architecture will give remarks as teachers and students gather inside the new addition around the historic 1932 cast iron bell.
- Strada Leads Design Team on Downtown Revitalization Project
Strada celebrated the beginning of Phase One of their master plan for “The Crossroads” – the revitalization plan for downtown Washington, PA – with the groundbreaking of the first anchor building, Nationwide Centre. Nationwide Centre, the first piece of Phase One of “The Crossroads”, was designed by Strada and developed by Millcraft Industries.
- Strada Wins Historic Preservation Awards for School Projects
Strada recently received a Historic Preservation Award from Preservation Pennsylvania recognizing the firm's role in planning and designing Mifflin Elementary School's new addition and renovation. Strada also received two historic preservation awards from the City of Pittsburgh Historic Review Commission for Mifflin Elementary School and George C. Cupples Stadium renovation projects.
- Michael Stern Presents at the PA/DE ASLA Annual Convention
Michael A. Stern, ASLA recently presented “A Tale of Three Cities” on March 18 at the 2005 Annual Convention for the Pennsylvania/Delaware Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects.
- Strada Wins Historic Preservation Award for Mifflin Elementary School Renovation
Strada recently received a Historic Preservation Award from Preservation Pennsylvania recognizing the firm’s role in planning and designing Mifflin Elementary School’s new addition and renovation.
- Strada Principals Available as Resources for Reporters
Experts in architecture and the industries they serve, Strada's principals are available for comment on a variety of issues facing Pittsburgh and the region. Topics include urban planning, retail and corporate development, historic preservation, neighborhood conservation, public landscapes, K-12 and higher education, and green design.
- Ed Shriver Serves as Development Strategist on ULI Advisory Panel
Edward A. Shriver, Jr., AIA, recently served on an Urban Land Institute (ULI) advisory panel to discuss the revitalization of the Eastern Market neighborhood in Detroit, MI.
- Strada Announces Two New Sustainable Design Projects
Strada proudly announces that the firm has been awarded two new projects that are being designed to meet LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification criteria by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).
- Strada Receives Honor Award from AIA Pittsburgh Chapter
Strada recently received an Honor Award in Interior Architecture from the Pittsburgh Chapter of the American Institute of Architects for the design of Carnegie Mellon University’s Center for Bioimage Informatics.
- Ed Shriver Partcipates on CMU Advisory Board
Edward A. Shriver, AIA was recently asked to serve on a Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) advisory board to discuss the retail revitalization of Pittsburgh’s Hill District neighborhood.
- Alan J. Cuteri, AIA and Sean Beasley Receive LEED Certification
Strada proudly announces that Alan J. Cuteri, AIA, Principal and Sean Beasley, Staff Architect have recently been named as LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Professionals™ by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC).