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On October 24, professionals from the architecture, engineering, construction, and real estate industries will gather at Chelsea Piers, Pier 60 for Common Bond: The Center for Architecture Gala! Meet the honorees: https://bit.ly/4dOI6cY 🎉 We are proud to announce our distinguished 2024 honorees: Bernard Tschumi, FAIA, FRIBA, SIA/FAS of Bernard Tschumi Architects Gotham Organization New York League of Conservation Voters Michael Henry Adams Additionally, we are pleased to name our Dinner Chair: Julie Geden, Senior Principal, Zubatkin Owner Representation – A Cumming Group Company Special thanks to our Dinner Committee: Julie Geden, Laura Bush, Stephen DeSimone, PE, LEED AP, Melissa Billig, Esq, Thomas Byrne, Graham Clegg, AIA, Jon Ecker, Rachel Ferder, Miguel Gaspar, Rocco Giannetti, FAIA, NOMA, LEED AP ID+C, NCARB, Brennan Gilbane Koch, Eli Gottlieb, P.E., Laurie-Anne Haller, James Harley, Karizma Kishnani, Carol Loewenson, FAIA, LEED AP, Lori E. Mann, Marina Matijevic, Lucie Meier, Joseph Mizzi, Kerry Nolan, AIA, Richard Nowak, R. J. Panda, Kate Reggev, AIA, Caroline Russo, Jennifer Sage, FAIA, LEED AP, David Stack, Kristin Stevens, Allison Tomlinson, Debbi Waters, LEED AP BD+C, Bruce Wiener, Maria Wilpon, Intl. Assoc. AIA Join us at Common Bond by purchasing a sponsorship or table by October 11. Stay tuned, individual tickets for the dinner and After Party will be available soon... Graphic: Studio Rainwater

📢 New U.S. Consulates in Hermosillo and Nogales Strengthen U.S.-Mexico Partnership The U.S. Department of State's Office of Overseas Buildings Operations has marked significant milestones with the opening of the U.S. Consulate in Hermosillo and the dedication of the U.S. Consulate in Nogales. These new facilities, inaugurated by U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Ken Salazar, Sonora Governor Alfonso Durazo, former OBO Managing Director of Construction and Security Management Tracy Thomas, and additional U.S. and Mexican officials, represent a continued investment in the important relationship between the U.S. and Mexico. With a combined contribution of over $430 million, these projects will: •Enhance trade, security, and tourism efforts •Support sustainable development with advanced energy-efficient designs •Strengthen economic and cultural connections between both nations These consulates serve as hubs for collaboration and cross-cultural connection, reinforcing the enduring ties between the U.S. and Mexico. Thank you to our partners: RICHÄRD KENNEDY ARCHITECTS B.L. Harbert International, LLC Page Ennead Architects #USMexico #Diplomacy #Sustainability #EconomicGrowth #CulturalExchange #OBO #ConsulateOpening

A vision in red on Madison. A vision come true! We are excited to announce that our newest doorway is now open. 777 Madison Avenue — this address is magic. “Before I ever set foot in the space, I had a feeling it would be FoundRae’s newest home, because of its auspicious address: 777,” says Beth Hutchens, Founder & Creative Director. “Seven is my favorite number and has often appeared in my life as a sign that I’m on the right path.” The FoundRae space is a mix of a muted cinnabar red, a shade named for the faded stamp marks on centuries-old Japanese temple robes, and a scarlet hue used in FoundRae’s Strength tenet. These warm tones are paired with sophisticated deep walnut wood paneling and smooth camel leather. This new FoundRae location also includes an in-house workshop with a bench jeweler and a hand-engraver to assist in crafting a uniquely personal story.

Last week, I had the opportunity to attend the Retail Design Institute NY Chapter's "Balancing Human Experience and Environmental Impact" event on behalf of Spacesmith. Loved meeting and hearing from panelists Carlotta Dove, Jason Livingston, Shoshanna Segal, and Kazumi Tanimura, and big thank you to Jo Abbott, RDI and Ray Ehscheid, FRDI, IIDA, LEED Green Associate for making it happen! #retaildesigninstitute

Last week, OBO hosted its 2024 Industry Advisory Group (IAG) Annual Meeting, which proved to be a remarkable day of innovation, collaboration, and industry insights. The meeting, moderated by James Rodriguez, featured a "State of OBO" address from Director Will Moser, an update on last year's Annual Meeting recommendations from Douglas Dykhouse, the announcement of the Worldwide A/E Design IDIQ Stage 1 Shortlist from Curtis Clay, breakout sessions focused on data analytics, risk management, and tech-driven solutions, along with a workforce evolution roundtable. Led by Richard Sullivan, Victoria Hartke, Chelsea Bakken, Beth Slaughter, Mitch Miles, Alyssa Lapan, Laura Rogers, NCIDQ, IIDA, LEED AP, Lisa Kyriienko, and Andy Blackmore, each conversation was filled with impactful takeaways. We are eager to put these insights into action. Major highlights included a keynote by Evan Levelle on designing and building facades, a presentation by IAG Peer Thomas L. Mitchell, Jr., CFM, CFMJ, IFMA Fellow on the critical role of integrative facilities management, the public Q&A session, and the networking event, fostering further dialogue between OBO, IAG peers, and industry leaders. A big thank you to our IAG peers P Christian Bailey, AIA, SARA, LEED AP, Anne Marie Decker, Alysen Hiller Fiore, Jonathan Moody, Reid Nelson, Thomas L. Mitchell, Jr., CFM, CFMJ, IFMA Fellow, Thomas Phifer, Mark Robbins, Julie Snow, Robert Svedberg, FAIA, Marion Weiss, Elizabeth Whittaker, Bryant Farland, Cara L., Jeremiah Watts, Sandy Brock, PE, Patricia McCaffery, Nat Oppenheimer, Dan Sesil, Dave Riker, Christopher Budd, Jane Smith, Debra Lehman Smith, David Rubin, FASLA, FAAR, C. Kat Grimsley, PhD, Suzanne Heidelberger, Dan Mathews, Nico Kienzl and Alan Organschi for making this event so impactful. We look forward to the future and the impact the ideas shared at the 2024 IAG Annual Meeting will have on our mission to provide the most effective facilities for U.S. diplomacy abroad.