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Cindy Benjamin Honored as AEC Professional

sandywilkinson — Thu, 23 May 2013 12:41:44 +0000

May 23, 2013 – Greenville, SC: Cindy Benjamin, Associate Architect | Operations & Finance Manager at LS3P, was named to the 2013 class of Building Design+Construction 40 Under 40. Recipients were nominated and then selected by BD+C’s editors, Cindy is among 40 young superstars, ranging in age from 28 to 39, who represent the next generation of leadership in the AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) industry. They were chosen based on career achievement, community and professional service, and charitable work. “These honorees are some of the most exemplary, innovative professionals in their fields,” says BD+C Editorial Director Robert Cassidy.

About Cindy Benjamin
Cindy has established herself as a star both in her chosen profession and community involvement. Most recently, one of Cindy’s projects, Converse College – The Heath was awarded 2 design awards. Currently she serves on the Greenville Chamber Leadership Development Board as Chair. She was promoted as Operations & Finance Manager of the Greenville, SC LS3P office in 2012. Cindy was with Neal Prince Architects’ when they merged with LS3P in 2010. She was also recognized as Young Professional of the Year by the Greenville Chamber and Best and Brightest 35 and Under in 2009. She was named the first female architect associate with Neal Prince in 2007. She led her Leadership Greenville Class 33 project, served on the Leadership Development Board of Regents, the board of Safe Harbor and has served on executive committees of the Greenville Professional Women’s Forum and the American Institute of Architects Greenville chapter.

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LS3P WINS FIVE DESIGN AWARDS

sandywilkinson — Fri, 17 May 2013 12:12:19 +0000

On May 4, 2013, LS3P was honored during the 2013 AIA-SC Spring Conference Awards Gala in Charleston, SC. Among the numerous projects entered by AIA SC members for projects located anywhere in the United States or abroad, LS3P gratefully received five awards during the evening, which included a special President’s Award.

HONOR DESIGN AWARD – CU-ICAR Center for Emerging Technologies (Greenville, SC)

A 60,000 SF building located in the heart of Clemson’s research campus providing office and research lab spaces.

MERIT DESIGN AWARD - Converse College – The Heath Senior Student Housing (Spartanburg, SC)

A LEED Certified project providing on-campus apartment-style housing for the senior students at Converse College.

UNBUILT MERIT AWARD – Richland School District Two Community Center (Columbia, SC)

The Community Center is the result of a school district’s vision for a facility that will become an interactive hub for activities focused on providing learning resources for the entire community.

UNBUILT HONOR AWARD – CU-ICAR Research One (Greenville, SC)

A 75,000 SF building located in the heart of Clemson’s research campus providing high-bay research and office spaces.

PRESIDENT’S AWARD – Converse College – The Heath Senior Student Housing (Spartanburg, SC)

The Brick Institute presented LS3P with their highest design award which includes a gift of $2,000 to be given to the University of their choice.

Images from left to right: CU-ICAR Center for Emerging Technologies; Converse College – The Heath Senior Student Housing; Richland School District Two Community Center; CU-ICAR Research One

Clemson University | ICAR Center for Emerging Technologies

sandywilkinson — Thu, 09 May 2013 13:17:10 +0000

The Center for Emerging Technologies provides 60,000 sq ft of new space on the CU-ICAR campus. The three story building includes a 25,000 sq ft high-bay research lab area on the ground floor along with two upper levels for flexible office space. In order to maximize flexibility for multi-tenant offices that will adapt to new technologies, the office areas feature raised accessible flooring to accommodate HVAC, power systems and communications infrastructure. The exterior of the building fits into the high-tech context of the CU-ICAR development, using a combination of metal wall panels, high-efficiency glass, exposed concrete and solar screening. Utilizing a number of sustainable design initiatives, the project expects to obtain LEED Silver certification.

MENTORING PROGRAM CHANGES FOUR LIVES

Brandi Ratliff — Tue, 07 May 2013 22:16:59 +0000

The City of Raleigh’s new affordable housing complex was awarded to the non-profit community development corporation, Passage Home; architecture firm, LS3P; and General Contractor, Monteith Construction. To incorporate the Passage Home’s mission of ending the cycle of poverty and homelessness, the team proposed a mentoring program which would hire local residents to help build the housing complex, providing them with a skill set that would position them to find more work in the future.

To make this possible, Associated Builders and Contractors’ Carolinas Chapter and its apprenticeship training partner Wake Tech Community College sponsored four men that Passage Home recruited for the project. The sponsorships covered the cost of an eight-week course on tools, safety, blueprint reading, math and other skills needed to work on the jobsite, as well as NCCER certification. The mentoring program was a success with each student passing the course. The new Coleman Street Multi-Family Housing complex’s groundbreaking was held on Tuesday, December 4th, 2012 at 10:00 am.

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LS3P Celebrates 50th Anniversary

sandywilkinson — Fri, 03 May 2013 12:49:39 +0000

LS3P recognizes architectural visions, dedication and community service in the Carolinas during a 50th Anniversary celebration in May. The celebration will acknowledge the achievements and successes over the past five decades, honor founder Frank Lucas, and look forward to the firm’s continued dedication to delivering architectural excellence.

While consistently delivering creative yet practical solutions, LS3P has maintained a commitment to helping shape communities. With deep-rooted ties to the community, LS3P takes pride in contributions ranging from hands-on volunteer work to local organization involvement.

“We’re thrilled to celebrate this significant milestone and take a moment to reflect on our achievements,” said LS3P Chairman/ President/ CEO Thom Penney. “Our pride in our work comes from not only exceeding our client’s expectations, but also from enhancing the foundation of each and every community involved. We’re honored to take this time to reflect and look to our future, while giving back to our community.”

LS3P has worked on numerous key projects in the Carolinas over the last five decades. Work spans several industries with practice areas designated for each focus, including:

Aviation
Civic
Department of Defense
Healthcare
Faith-based
Higher Education
Interiors
K-12 Education
Single and Multi-Family Residential
Office
Retail Hospitality

LS3P Chairman Emeritus Frank Lucas has devoted equal parts of his energy and efforts to both the projects he has worked on, as well as the communities where they reside. His distinguished record of professional service at the local, state and national level has driven his involvement in many public education advocacy groups. Throughout his dedicated career, Lucas has created many of the notable buildings in the Carolinas and in addition to his many philanthropic contributions, he has served on the faculty of the South Carolina Real Estate Institute for ten years, as President of the Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce, as Chancellor of the AIA College of Fellows and is a founder and Director of CresCom Bank.

“The 50th Anniversary Celebration symbolizes our dedication to delivering excellent architectural results while making significant contributions to environmental and sustainability efforts, historic preservation and active community involvement,” said, Lucas. “Going out into the communities where we have been involved for so many years will allow us to show our appreciation by giving back to our youth in the areas where we live and work with our own families.”

On May 1st, more than 200 LS3P employees will give back to the community as a part of a “Day of Engagement” to mark the 50th Anniversary date. Staff members will donate time visiting area schools and hospitals to read a book to young children that was written and illustrated by the creative team at LS3P and inspired by the firm’s founder.

Construction Contract Administrator

admin — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 20:16:08 +0000

The Wilmington, NC office of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. is actively seeking a Registered Architect or Construction Project Manager with a minimum of 5-years of Construction Administration experience. This self-motivated individual will be LS3P’s on-site representative and be responsible for handling all the duties required of the Architect in the Owner-Architect Agreement during the construction phase. Start date is negotiable.

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Project Architect

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:45:21 +0000

LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. is seeking talented Registered Project Architects that are passionate about design, detail-oriented, efficient, devoted to quality output, able to work independently as well as in a team environment, possess the organizational skills to prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines, have excellent communication skills, a thorough knowledge of relevant codes, operations, processes and trends, a demonstrated ability to mentor and manage teams, and foster and nurture Client relationships.

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Architectural Intern

admin — Mon, 25 Mar 2013 13:43:29 +0000

LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. seeks bright and ambitious individuals anxious to develop their career and personal goals within a dynamic and creative environment.

Successful candidates will be passionate about design; detail-oriented; efficient; devoted to quality output; able to work independently, as well as in a team environment; possess the organizational skills to prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines; and have excellent communication skills.

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Interior Architect | Designer

admin — Wed, 20 Mar 2013 20:12:53 +0000

The Greenville, SC office of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD. is seeking a talented Interior Designer to join our dynamic and creative team.

The successful candidate will be passionate about design, detail-oriented, efficient, devoted to quality output, able to work independently as well as in a team environment, possess the organizational skills to prioritize tasks and handle multiple deadlines, and have excellent communication skills.

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Tri-County Technical College Dedicates Industrial Technology Center

sandywilkinson — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 13:05:03 +0000

In his 23 years of teaching industrial electronics classes at Tri-County Technical College, Acting Dean of the Engineering and Technology Division Doug Allen says he’s never seen as many requests for technically-skilled employees as he has in recent months. Allen, speaking at a ribbon cutting and dedication ceremony for the College’s new Industrial Technology Center, said the modern facility will help meet the growing needs of local industry.

The 43,000-square-foot Industrial Technology Center houses the Welding and Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) programs and was specifically designed to mimic a real-world industrial setting. It’s also being billed a showplace by economic development prospects and local companies.

“This is a milestone for us,” said President Ronnie Booth, as he compared the Pendleton facilities to the ITC located just five miles from the campus. “Students are learning to function in an industrial environment,” said Dr. Booth, adding that equipment that students train on in the ITC matches industries’ expectations of what graduates will use on the job. “Students are proud of this facility.”

Excerpt from Upstatebizsc.com

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