JRS Architect, P. C. Names Kenneth R. Garvin Associate
Long Island-based JRS Architect, P. C., one of the nation's leading architectural design firms, appointmented Kenneth R. Garvin as an associate of the firm. He currenly oversees the design and construction of 25 bank branches for JP Morgan Chase.
Mineola, NY (PRWEB) May 29, 2007
JRS Architect, P. C., one of the nation's leading architectural design firms, announced the appointment of Kenneth R. Garvin, A. I.A., as Associate.
Garvin, 42, previously a Project Architect at JRS, is responsible for overseeing the design and construction of various bank branches in New York for JPMorgan Chase. He is currently managing 25 projects.
"Ken Garvin's practiced experience and leadership make him a valued asset to the firm," said JRS President John Sorrenti, F. A.I. A. "His ability to understand the various needs of the numerous users and provide a design solution to create a space that functions well and is exciting to be in, is exemplified in all of his work. His attention to detail and ability to coordinate with multiple engineers and with our client's consultants brings a comfort level to each project he works on. Ken goes the extra mile for every project."
During his 11 years at JRS, Garvin has spearheaded several corporate interior renovation projects for JPMorgan Chase, Roslyn Savings Bank and AIG. In addition to corporate work, Garvin has managed more than 55 retail bank branch projects in the tri-state area, ranging from new buildings to the design of interior/exterior alterations. He also co-managed the South Nassau Communities Hospital Emergency Department project.
A native of Levittown, NY, Garvin received a Bachelor of Architecture degree from the University of Detroit in 1989 that included studies in Italy. He has a diverse project background, including shopping malls, libraries, fire houses, post offices as well as Americans with Disabilities Act related projects. Prior to joining JRS in 1996, Garvin worked for Schaardt & Fullan Architects in Bellmore, NY, and for RTKL Associates Inc. in Baltimore, MD.
Garvin resides in New Hyde Park, NY, with his wife Anna and their three sons. He is an active member of the American Institute of Architects Long Island Chapter and is a member of the Planning / Architectural Review Board of the Village of New Hyde Park. A former president of the Floral Park Art League, Garvin paints in water colors and oils in his spare time. He is also active in Church of the Holy Spirit in New Hyde Park.
About JRS Architect, P. C.
JRS Architect, P. C., with offices in Mineola, NY, New York City, and Princeton, NJ, has grown from six people since its establishment in 1986 to more than 60 today serving New York, Connecticut, New Jersey and Pennsylvania. It has developed design expertise in the corporate, financial, healthcare, educational, hospitality and retail markets. The firm has ranked within Interior Design Magazine's list of 100 Giants in the nation for the last three years. For more information about JRS Architect, P. C. call (516) 294-1666 or visit www. jrsarchitect. com.
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