SEI Design Group BlogBlog about news, information, happenings and mojo at SEI Design Group

Everyone is finally settled and happy in the new, improved SEI Albany Office.  We are located in the same building, but now have more room to breathe and work.  Stop on up to see us. 

Congratulations to Marcus Whitman Central School District on the passing of their $8,470,000 Capital Improvement Project!  Scope of work involves renovations and upgrades to all three schools.

Well, Leona Lewis was not there singing Footprints in the Sand, but this was a very romantic proposal!

Congrats to the happy couple – SEI’s Michele Volpe, and her fiance, Kevin.  As always, you can click to enlarge the photo.  You can see the ring next to the heart shaped rock!

Congratulations to our client, Williamson Central School District on a successful vote of their project this week.   SEI Design Group is providing architectural services for a Capital Project that includes work at three schools. Renovations will range from roof replacement to technology upgrades to plumbing and HVAC repairs.

Our client, Stepping Stones Learning Center, recently unveiled plans for their new building and the associated fund raising.

On Friday, March 9th, Assembly member Joe Morelle joined leadership at Stepping Stones Learning Center in announcing the school’s plans for the former Chase Pitkin on Hudson Ave in Irondequoit.  They unveiled the renderings for the new building and the 3 phases of their Campaign for Kids.  Read all about their progress on the project blog.

We are happy to welcome Roscoe Central School District to the SEI family! We are providing architectural and planning services for the District’s Capital Improvement Project.  The project is expected to include repairs to roofs, plumbing, and heating and electrical systems.

We would like to welcome our new client, Carthage Central School District.  SEI Design Group is providing architectural services for their Capital Project which includes health and safety, security, infrastructure upgrades, site work and energy components at 6 locations.  The project takes advantage of EXCEL funding.

Voters in  Canton Central School District approved Proposition #1 and Proposition #2 last night.

This project includes replacement/repair of the current heating system, extensive infrastructure, site repairs and safety items.  Necessary HVAC work should be started this summer.

Congratulations to all!

One of our favorite sites, A Daily Dose of Architecture, had a post about J. Crew including Charles Renfro in an ad campaign showing how different men personalized one of their suits.  As you can see from the picture, it was all about the socks.  Question to all readers:  do you rock your socks?  If so, send us a picture of your socks by 1/31/12 2/6/12.   One lucky winner will get some new socks in this deal.  SEI friends and family may participate in this contest.  Let’s hear it for the socks!

We hope you are enjoying the holidays and preparing for a great New Year.  We thought you might enjoy some moments from the Rochester and Albany holiday parties earlier this month.

The hit of the Rochester party was “Architect Barbie”, as demonstrated by Bill.  Nancy Mountain did the Michael Jackson walk and it got her a visit to Next Door Restaurant.  Jimmi rocked the hat for a while and Karin had to actually bake after attending the party.  Kelly also rocked the hat, but seemed to enjoy air hockey much more, and it looks like Tom Caruso actually went home with the hat.  Last but not least, Office “Mom” (Manager), Paula looking lovely as ever with husband, Chris.

The Albany party was a lot of laughs and it looks like Armand is now working for SEI, or maybe Lisa is?  Matt Schools proclaims world peace, and Russ looks aggravated over whatever the women are enjoying.  Obviously there were also some serious moments (check the last photo).

As usual, you can click the photos to see them larger.