May 17, 2012
New Digs for UH Science Lab
The $19.8 million, PGAL-designed, 105,000 SF Fleming Teaching Laboratory addition at University of Houston has been completed, providing highly functional, state of the art space for chemistry and biology studies. The program included 24,000 SF of shell space for future research use. Instructional labs accommodate 24 students with 8 student work stations at each 3 lab bench. This configuration enables students to work effectively either individually or in groups of 2 or 4 depending on their assignments.
April 11, 2012
Federal Construction Magazine Features “New Generation of Military Housing”
In the current issue of Federal Construction Magazine, PGAL Principal David Moss and Associate Principal/LEED Specialist Rick Van Diepen outline the design elements that are giving Marines at the U.S. Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center (MCAGCC) at Twentynine Palms, CA the exceptional new living quarters they deserve. The article features two PGAL projects there: a $129M BEQ complex and parking garage and a $136M BEQ complex with dining facility, garage and amphitheater. READ ARTICLE
March 12, 2012
Courthouse Kudos: Two PGAL Courthouse Projects Named Finalists
Two recent PGAL Courthouse projects have been named Finalists in the Houston Business Journal's 2012 Landmark Awards program. Houston's Harris County 1910 Courthouse, housing the 1st and 14th Texas State Court of Appeals, underwent a $65 million historic restoration completed last fall. The new $73 million Fort Bend County Justice Center in Richmond, TX, opened last summer. This four-level, 265,000 SF center consolidates all courts (13 related departments) for the first time in one facility.
January 23, 2012
Hi-Tech + Hi-Style at New Marine Research Center
The first new academic building in Florida Atlantic University's Harbor Branch Oceanographic Institute in Ft. Pierce is now open. At the $14 million, 42,000 SF, waterfront Research II Building, PGAL coupled landmark-style design elements--such as a two-story glass-enclosed lobby sporting a glass-enclosed rooftop cylinder reminiscent of an Old Florida lighthouse--with high-tech interiors for 18 lab lines, 40 offices and four bullpens for researchers. The building is a signature design model for future campus expansion.
January 2, 2012
Gearing for a Great 2012: PGAL Announces Top-Level Promotions
PGAL is welcoming the New Year with an expanded executive management team that reflects the firm's growing diversification and expanding geographic presence.
"In recognition of their hard work and remarkable dedication to PGAL, I have promoted Ken Brown, AIA, to the position of President of PGAL and Jeff Weiner, AIA, to the position of Executive Vice President", announced Jeff Gerber, AIA, who has since 2003 held the joint title of President and CEO. He will continue to serve as PGAL's Chief Executive Officer.
December 27, 2011
Federal Reserve Bank of Dallas Has Earned LEED EB Certification
The $145 million, 280,000 SF, 4-story facility completed in 2005, has earned the LEED for Existing Buildings certification. The LEED EB Rating System helps building owners measure operations, improvements and maintenance on a consistent scale, with the goal of maximizing operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts. Designed by PGAL, the bank is a "smart" working environment combining sustainability with the latest A/V and information technology systems.
December 12, 2011
Restored 1910 Courthouse Named Finalist for ULI Houston 2012 Development of Distinction Award
With its $65 million historic restoration recently completed, the 162,000 SF Harris County 1910 Courthouse has been named a Finalist in the Urban Land Institute (ULI) Houston 2012 Development of Distinction Awards program. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, the downtown Houston landmark has been returned to its original splendor after its historic authenticity was severely compromised by age and a major 1950 renovation.
November 28, 2011
PGAL Makes its Move in the Big Easy
Located in the historic Alexandre Building in the heart of New Orleans' Central Business District, PGAL is pleased to announce the opening of its 11th office. Our gulf coast area resumé includes projects in all market sectors pre- and post-Katrina, including aviation, civic, and campus housing. PGAL's reputation for project delivery, knowledge of the climatic conditions, and serving as integral members of complex design teams throughout the region is unsurpassed. We are excited to put roots down in this vibrant and culturally diverse community.
