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Our team enjoyed an outing to the newly opened Sheridan at Severna Park Assisted Living Community and toasted the incredible work that made this project possible. Project Manager, Krutika Shah, led the group on an extensive tour describing the construction process and pointing out the various features that will serve the residents.

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This incredibly beautiful Assisted Living/Memory Care community in Severna Park, Maryland, offers upscale senior living in a desirable  location between between the Magothy and Severn rivers. The design includes a nautical aesthetic fit for an area known for its exciting sailboat races. Residents can look forward to enjoying an array of amenities and daily activities with access to award-winning Assisted Living and Memory Care services.

Designed for Kaufman Jacobs and operated by Senior Lifestyles who own and operate Assisted Living communities throughout the US.

Mr. Garland has more than 20 years of experience creating thoughtful architecture, developing strong relationships, and managing a wide range of projects in the government, hospitality, multifamily residential, medical, mixed-used development, and office/commercial sectors.

“We are delighted to bring someone of Lynden’s caliber on board. He has demonstrated a commitment to delivering exceptional quality, a desire to mentor and develop staff, and an eagerness to use architecture to inspire others”, said Michael Wiencek, FAIA, President. “Lynden embodies our core values. Our clients will be incredibly well-served throughout the design and construction process, and he will be a valuable asset to ensure our firm continues to focus on transforming communities through design excellence.”

Mr. Garland holds a bachelor’s degree in Architecture and a Master in Urban and Environmental Planning from the University of Virginia, as well as a Master of Business Administration, with a concentration in Real Estate, from Virginia Commonwealth University. He currently serves as the Board Chair for the Commonwealth of Virginia Art and Architectural Review Board.

Our latest design is under construction! Frederick Road Senior will be a stunning, 111-unit, affordable, independent senior community in Germantown, MD. Developed by Wellington Development and SCG DEVELOPMENT this 4-story community being constructed by James G. Davis Construction (DAVIS) features an abundance of amenities to meet the needs of active seniors in Montgomery County who need a great place to live at a rent that is affordable.
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Congratulations to our clients E&G Group and APAH on the grand opening of Loudoun View Senior, a new 98-unit affordable, independent senior community in Sterling, VA. This beautifully appointed project features an array of one- and two-bedroom units, plus amenities that include a fitness center, multipurpose spaces and free Wi-Fi for residents.

The design and construction team included Christopher Consultants (Civil Engineers) Ehlert Bryan (Structural Engineers), OCI Associates (MEP Engineers), and Morgan Keller (General Contractor).

Architectural Image of Mt. Sterling Senior Apartments on Sterling VA by Jeffrey Sauers of CPI ProductionsInterior Design Image of Mt. Sterling Senior Apartments on Sterling VA by Jeffrey Sauers of CPI Productions

Congratulations to Kumi for being accepted into the CKLD program. Very proud of you!

The AIA|DC chapter  Christopher Kelley Leadership Development Program seeks to develop, train, and nurture the next generation of leaders. The year-long program consists of nine individual half-day sessions attended by a competitively selected group of 16 emerging professionals (an emerging professional is defined as someone who has graduated from college with an architecture degree and is within 10 years of their first licensure).

The curriculum focuses on core professional skills such as entrepreneurship and firm management, working together and collaboration, the art of negotiation, client development, community leadership, industry trends, and developing your future within the practice.

We are thrilled to congratulate Kumi Wickramanayaka who was recently married in Sri Lanka to Dhamsith in a stunning ceremony we were able to watch thanks to YouTube. We wish this couple the very best as they drive off into the future!

Congratulations to Saakshi Terway for being named 2022 Emerging Architect by AIA|DC. We are thrilled that Saakshi has been able to learn and grow within the firm, as well as contribute to the profession through various activities that include serving on committees focusing on urban design and affordable housing. Great work Saakshi – we are very proud of you!