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Sketching Skills

We changed up our weekly all-staff meeting by grabbing our pens and pencils and sharpening up on our sketching skills. By sharing our different experiences and techniques, we improved our architectural skill by drawing different exercises together. These are a few examples from our talented team:

 
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Reflecting on 2020

As the tumultuous year winds down and 2021 quickly approaches, we find ourselves reflecting. Despite the remote work learning curve and other challenges, we managed to meet milestones for projects as near as Eugene and as far away as Seattle. We’ve also been fortunate enough to land important new work, small and large, to solidify our prospects heading into the new year. Here are some of our observations:

    • The strength and resilience of our community in times of crisis is awe inspiring.
    • We can still practice architecture remotely, just with friendly “you’re muted” reminders.
    • After months stuck at home, we realized how precious our light-filled, cheery office really is.
    • We can work just fine without printing as much.
    • On Zoom, people can’t see our lower half—hooray for sweatpants and slippers at work!
    • Masks are a way to help protect but can also be a creative outlet.
    • Connecting in person with our team on a camping trip and outdoor field games was made more special.
    • We’re hooked on homemade sourdough.
    • Our dogs love us being home. Cats, not so much.
    • We dearly miss our coworkers, our community, and connections we make as humans.
    • Living in an area surrounded by such natural beauty is wonderous.
    • More time at home with our families and daily lunch dates with our spouses is something to cherish.
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Stephanie Robert, NCIDQ-certified Interior Designer

Congratulations to Stephanie Robert, IIDA, NCIDQ, PIVOT Architecture’s newest NCIDQ-certified interior designer!

NCIDQ certification is recognized as obtaining a high level of proficiency in interior design, its principles, and having a commitment to the profession. To be certified, a designer must pass exams that cover seven core competencies of interior design including code regulations, building systems, construction standards, project coordination, and other areas.

“I’m excited to earn this certification because it gives me an advanced set of tools to help our clients and shows my commitment to the industry,” Stephanie said. “I feel like this training will help me raise my ability as an interior designer to the next level.”

Certification assures that interior designers meet industry standards for aesthetics as well as regard for the health, safety, and welfare of the public. The certification is administrated by Council for Interior Design Qualification (CIDQ).

Stephanie joins fellow PIVOT Interior Designer Theresa Maurer and architects Kelley Howell, Katie Hall, and Jenni Rogers in earning her certification.

Read her spotlight here.

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Have a Safe Holiday Season!