With more than three decades of dedicated service, Kevin McCandless has been an integral part of our firm’s growth and evolution. In his role as a BIM modeler and project director, his focus on producing detailed drawings is complemented by his enthusiasm for exploring new innovations in construction and design. This has helped shape our […]
Teammate Spotlight: Ken Goad
Building excellence in construction requires more than managing documents and overseeing projects — it demands a unique combination of technical precision, practical problem-solving, and an ability to bring diverse teams together toward a common goal. As our Construction Contract Administrator, Ken embodies these qualities while bringing a wealth of experience to our team. Beyond coordinating between […]
Teammate Spotlight: Kelly Fox
Creating inspiring spaces requires more than selecting finishes and furniture — it requires a unique blend of creativity, technical expertise, and an understanding of how people interact with their environment. As our Interior Designer, Kelly embodies all these qualities while bringing something extra special to our team. Beyond transforming spaces through thoughtful design solutions, she […]
Teammate Spotlight: Chris Bonner
Construction is where design meets reality, and Chris Bonner, one of our construction contract administrators, bridges the gap between design vision and built reality. He skillfully coordinates with contractors and maintains quality control throughout the construction process. And when he’s not ensuring quality at every construction milestone, he’s bringing our team together as the “commissioner” of […]
Teammate Spotlight: Carl Polonchak
Meet Carl Polonchak, the tech backbone of our firm since day one. As our Director of Information Technology, he hasn’t just kept our systems running smoothly — he has guided our company’s evolution through every technological advancement. From the earliest software installations to today’s cutting-edge design tools, Carl’s vision and expertise have been instrumental in […]
Teammate Spotlight: Ericka Sepulveda-Adorno
Meet Ericka Sepulveda-Adorno, one of our talented BIM Modelers! Ericka comes to us excited and passionate about the field, having joined our team in June 2024. Since then, she’s brought great ideas and energy to our business. We’re excited to shine the spotlight on Ericka and learn more about her! Q: What’s your job title, […]
Gilbert Architects Announces New Director of Communication & Marketing
Gilbert Architects has hired Sara Wolf as its director of communication and marketing. In her new role, Wolf will work with GA’s leadership to create a communication and marketing strategy that supports the firm’s vision and goals through branding, public relations, content creation and digital marketing. “Sara’s experience in our industry makes her a great […]
In Memory of Leonard Douk, CSI
Gilbert Architects is saddened by the recent loss of our colleague, Lenny Douk. Lenny most recently worked as a construction contract administrator, where he excelled due to his meticulous record keeping at the office and attention to detail during construction site visits. Earlier in his career with Gilbert, he held roles as a project manager […]
Open House & Retirement Celebration
Gilbert Architects hosted an open house on Thursday, February 22 to honor the retirement of Tom Gilbert, Founding Principal, and Sharron Herr Gilbert, former Director of Business Development, while celebrating the team that will carry forward the legacy of Gilbert Architects. Tom founded Gilbert Architects in 1988 with a simple yet powerful vision for the […]
Gilbert Architects Names Two New Principals
It’s an exciting time at Gilbert Architects as we recently joined forces with Garmann Miller, one of the top educational design firms in the Midwest. This new partnership, coupled with several well-deserved leadership advancements, positions Gilbert Architects to deliver an even greater array of innovative, sustainable, and impactful design solutions for the K-12 education sector. […]