Philadelphia Business Journal: Daroff Design Inc. merges with another Philadelphia architecture firm
Before the pandemic, Karen Daroff was prompted by her colleagues to begin thinking about the long-term future of the Center City architectural and interior design firm she formed nearly five years ago. “We wanted to have a national platform. We have national accounts, but not national offices. That was the goal and objective.”
Daroff found what she was looking for in NELSON Worldwide, which has now merged with Daroff Design and DDI Architects. Read more with Philadelphia Business Journal here.
Office Insight: NELSON Worldwide’s Workplace Innovation Sessions
Office Insight Magazine shares more about NELSON’s Workplace Innovation Session here.
Atlanta Business Chronicle: #2 Largest Architecture Firm
We are excited to share that NELSON Worldwide has been ranked #2 on Atlanta Business Chronicle’s Top 25 Largest Architectural Firms List. View the full list here.
D Magazine: Communities Foundation of Texas veteran retires; AMN CEO steps down; and more
As Vice President and Mixed-Used Business Leader, Blaik Ritchie will lead the Minneapolis-based architecture firm firm’s mixed-use team’s growth and operations from its Dallas office. Read more with D Magazine here.
CoStar: Designers Adjust to Guests’ Desire for Sustainable Hotels
To offset the transport-related emissions created by the global tourism industry, hotel designers have taken a green approach to construction and design — even during a global pandemic.
Nelson Worldwide oversaw two hotel projects with LEED certification that had sustainable design standards it had to adhere to to meet requirements for the certification, design director Cheryl Smith said in an email interview.
One of the clients made one major change to its air filtration system during construction because of the pandemic to help guests feel safer.
“They installed an air filtration system known as bipolar air ionization to the duct work within the public spaces, which helps to kill bacteria and viruses by reducing allergens,” she said.
Read the full article on CoStar.
Hotel News Resource: Hilton Launches New Hotel Brand – Tempo by Hilton
Hilton launches Tempo by Hilton, an approachable lifestyle brand curated to serve a growing segment of “modern achievers” who seek a hotel experience that reflects their ambition. Read more here.
Viewpoint: How COVID-19 Can Boost Your Business Development
Jeni Dzenis regional market leader at NELSON Worldwide shares her insight on how to survive and thrive during a global pandemic. Read more here.
Officelovin’: Inside Professional Photographers of America’s New Atlanta Office
NELSON Worldwide partnered with Professional Photographers of America to transform their office in downtown Atlanta. Read more here.
Architect: Greenville County Administration Building
The Greenville County Administration Buildings stand as a striking symbol of the City and County’s transformation and growth into a vibrant and innovative urban center. The iconic buildings redefine Greenville’s skyline, capturing the essence of its contemporary leadership. The design, coupled with the integration of new technology, reflects the County’s commitment to progress and transparency.
NELSON Worldwide partnered with world renown design architect Foster + Partners for this transformational project. As the architect of record and interior designer, NELSON Worldwide was entrusted with assembling a powerhouse team including Windward Lighting Studio (WLS; architectural lighting), Fuller Group (structural engineer), Simes & Rosch (mechanical, electrical, plumbing engineers), SeamonWhiteside (civil engineer), to bring this next-generation, Class-A project to fruition.
Read more with Architect here.
The Business Of Furniture: Marco Oppici Joins NELSON Worldwide as Retail Design Leader Of NYC Office
Multidisciplinary designer Marco Oppici has joined the architecture and design firm NELSON Worldwide as retail design leader. Based in New York City, Oppici brings a strong expertise in experiential design from high-end residential, retail and hospitality, to visual arts and furniture design. For more than a decade, he held a position with Saks Fifth Avenue/HBC Corporation as vice president of store design and creative director. Read more here.