March 2004

Integrated Architecture received the Grand Valley Chapter of the American Institute of Architects prestigious Firm Achievement Award at its annual spring awards gala.

"We are honored to be recognized by our peers for our work," Paul Dickinson, AIA, President said. The Firm Achievement award recognizes the effort of our entire firm as we work to achieve excellence. In our relatively short history, we have shaped the architecture of West Michigan through the creation of landmark buildings like the Integrated Architecture Learning Center, the Herman Miller MarketPlace, GVSU-MAREC, and the Forest Hills Public Schools Fine Arts Center."

"You see things as they are and ask, 'Why'? I dream things as they never were and ask, 'Why not'?"—George Bernard Shaw

Mr. Shaw's thoughts about dreaming could also describe our approach to architecture. We have been asking "why not?" since Paul Dickinson, AIA, founded IA 15 years ago. The goal was to create an exceptional, unconventional firm where talented individuals could successfully practice. As a relatively young firm we are, for the most part, young architects. Four of our staff have been honored with GV-AIA Young Architect of the Year, and two with Michigan AIA Young Architect of the Year. While we are young, we are not inexperienced. The architecture and interior designs that we create become local landmarks transforming the architectural fabric of the community. We have created offices, schools, factories, shops, homes and fitness centers that improve the quality of life for the people who live and work within.

While we are committed to successful projects, we are also committed to successful, ongoing relationships with our clients. This partnership results in architecture that exceeds goals and expectations. Our work is also environmentally sensitive. Doing more with less, we create efficient, cost effective buildings filled with natural light and fresh air. These green environments speak to the soul, providing pleasing surroundings that encourage productivity while consuming little energy. By conserving natural resources, Integrated Architecture provides value and the prospect of future prosperity for our clients, our community and our earth. The U. S. Department of Energy, the U. S. Green Building Council and the American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment all recognize Integrated Architecture as a national leader in green design.

Integrated Architecture awards include:
Business Week / Architectural Record 2003
Finalist
Good Design is Good Business Annual Global Award Program
Herman Miller MarketPlace, Zeeland, MI
AIA/COTE Top Ten Green Projects 2003
Herman Miller MarketPlace, Zeeland, MI
AIA Honor Award Michigan 1999
Integrated Architecture Learning Center, Grand Rapids, MI

AIA Grand Valley
2004
Firm Achievement Award
GVSU Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center, Muskegon, MI
Honor Award-Building Design
GVSU–Michigan Alternative and Renewable Energy Center, Muskegon, MI
Honor Award-Sustainable Design
2003
Herman Miller Marketplace, Zeeland, MI
Honor Award-Building Design
2002
Herman Miller Marketplace, Zeeland, MI
Honor Award - Sustainable Design
Founders Trust Personal Bank, Grand Rapids, MI
Honor Award - Building Design
2001
CPR Office Renovation, Grand Rapids, MI
Honor Award - Building Design
Rush-Copley Healthplex, Aurora, IL
Honor Award - Building Design
1999
Integrated Architecture Learning Center, Grand Rapids, MI
Honor Award - Building Design