December 17, 2003

Design Detailings: DT Architecture now Mosaic Architecture

DT Architecture has changed its name to Mosaic Architecture, Planning and Interiors. This coincides with a change in ownership structure for the Seattle firm.

The new firm is a collaboration between two studios, located in Helena, Mont., and Seattle. Mosaic will work on projects in Montana and Washington. DT Architecture has worked on mixed-use developments such as the Great Northern Town Center in Helena, the University of Montana Student Recreation Center and remodel of the High Point Shopping Center in Port Orchard.

Joshua Scott has worked in Seattle for DT Architecture since September 2000, and will continue as principal of Mosaic's Seattle studio. DT Architecture's clients will continue to receive design and planning services from the Mosaic's studio, located at 3131 Western Ave., Suite 314. The phone is (206) 352-2360.

Submissions wanted for architecture awards

The 2004 Business Week/Architectural Record Awards, an annual international awards program sponsored by The American Institute of Architects, is seeking submissions. The submission entry deadline is April 16, 2004, and the competition is open to licensed architects and their clients.

Entries must be submitted jointly by the architect and client. The submission cost for projects under $5 million is $375, and $750 for projects costing more than $5 million.

The number of awards depends on the quality of submissions. Projects completed on or after Jan. 1, 2000 are eligible. International projects are welcome. Projects submitted previously but not selected for this award can be re-entered as long as they meet all current eligibility requirements.

Projects are evaluated by a jury of architects, design professionals and business leaders selected for their expertise in business and/or design. The jury will evaluate how design contributed to the project's success, the level of architect and client collaboration, measurable results versus stated goals and the quality of the architectural design solution.

For information on submitting, go to www.aia.org, then click on the Awards and Competitions link, or call (888) 242-4240, or e-mail Bwarawards@aia.org.

Roth Hill ranks high in firms to work for

For the third year in a row, Roth Hill Engineering Partners has ranked as one of the top consulting engineers in the nation to work for, based on a survey conducted by Civil Engineering News.

Roth Hill, a 55-person Bellevue-based civil engineering company, was the highest ranked Washington state firm on the list. It was ranked 14th out of 210 participants in this year's survey.

"We are extremely proud to have been included in CE News' survey of top firms to work for," said Greg Hill, president of Roth Hill. "To be selected as the number one employer in Washington state validates the hard work that has gone into building this practice and is exemplified in the dedication we see in our employees. By retaining the best and brightest in our industry we continue to grow and expand the quality of service we provide our clients."

Roth Hill specializes in civil engineering and land surveying, as well as permitting compliance, planning, public relations/community involvement, and construction administration.

Your chance to bid on the Eiffel Tower, Space Needle

Statue of Liberty

Several Seattle area architects, engineers and contractors are auctioning their Design in Light sculptures to the public, with all proceeds going to support the Overlake Service League's Adopt-a-Family program.

As a new addition to the Wells Fargo Magic Season this year, Design in Light brings holiday lights to the Bellevue Downtown Park in the form of six famous landmarks from around the world. The structures, some as high as 25 feet, will light up the park every night at dusk through Jan. 4.

Designs include the Eiffel Tower, Stonehenge and the Statue of Liberty's torch, and local familiar sights like the Seattle skyline, a lighthouse and Mount Rainier.

Designers of the Eiffel Tower, the Seattle skyline and the lighthouse have volunteered to deliver their sculptures to the home or business of the highest bidder. To bid on a sculpture, visit www.magicseason.com/designinlight.htm. Bidding starts at $200 for each sculpture. The winners will be announced Jan. 4.

The following are on display:

The Eiffel Tower

• The Eiffel Tower, by NBBJ, KPFF Consulting Engineers, GLY Construction, Valley Electric and University Mechanical Contractors.

• Stonehenge, presented by ZGF Architects, KPFF Consulting Engineers, Turner Construction, Evergreen Erectors and Puget Sound Steel.

• Space Needle & Ferry, by DCI Engineers.

• Statue of Liberty's Torch, by MulvannyG2, GLY Construction and Candela Architectural Lighting.

• Mount Rainier, CollinsWoerman and Swinerton Builders

• Lighthouse, by Baylis Architects; Foushee & Associates Co.; Frank Everett III; Becky M. Gray/Coldwell Banker Bain; Marenakos Rock Center; Nelson Construction; SeaTac Electric; Star Rentals; and Universal Mechanical.