News

All the best to newlyweds Russ and Melisa Whitlock

Mosaic Associates congratulates Architectural Designer Russ Whitlock and his beautiful bride Melisa on their wedding celebration on July 11, 2009. Russ and Melisa enjoyed a very memorable ceremony and reception held in Las Vegas, Nevada, with over thirty of their closest family and friends traveling from both the east and west coasts to attend. Many toasts and words of honor were given during the reception, to which Mosaic adds our own; We wish you all the very best, Russ and Melisa, in your new life together!

Mosaic LEED APs Nick Waer and Deborah Dunn

Mosaic Associates is please to announce that Partner Nick Waer and Project Manager Deborah Dunn are the newest LEED Accredited Professionals in the firm, making a full one quarter of Mosaic’s design staff now certified as LEED AP’s. The LEED AP credential signifies an advanced depth of knowledge in green building practices, as well as the LEED Rating System, and is administered under the Green Building Certification Institute. Congratulates to Nick and Deborah both on this significant achievement!

Mosaic's newest architects Matt and Callie Gaspary

Mosaic is excited to announce that Matt Gaspary and Callie Gaspary are the latest in the firm to pass their Architect Registration Examinations (AREs), and are now registered architects in New York State!

As husband and wife, Matt and Callie prepared for their exams simultaneously, during which time they also enjoyed the newfound responsibilities of parenting their baby boy Ty, and new home-ownership in Niskayuna. As part of their preparation, Matt and Callie also completed the Intern Development Program (IDP), as required for the experience component of their licensure. Each shares the same alma mater as well, graduating from the RPI School of Architecture.

With the addition of Matt and Callie, Mosaic now employs 16 Registered Architects, each of whom is a member of the American Institute of Architects. Congratulations to Matt and Callie both on this fantastic achievement and all the hard work that went into it!

Plenty of fun at the Mosaic 2009 picnic

Mosaic employees gathered July 10th to enjoy our 2009 summer picnic at the East Greenbush Town Park. Festivities included fantastic food, beautiful weather, outdoor games, great conversation, time with families, and an interactive company game of “Who Wants To Be A Wheel Of Jeopardy Millionaire”. Thanks to everyone for contributing to a very nice afternoon!

Steve DiSorbo and Claudia St. John Complete CHPS Training

Mosaic Associates congratulates Architect Steve DiSorbo and Project Manager Claudia St. John on recently completing their New York State Collaborative for High Performance Schools (NYS CHPS) Online Training Courses. This brings to 16 the total number of Mosaic CHPS trained staff.
High performance schools use a whole building, integrated design strategy where each of the building elements (windows, walls, building materials, HVAC, landscaping, etc.) is considered part of an integrated system of interacting components. Choices in one area often affect other building systems. The integrated, “whole building” approach to design is the cornerstone of any high performance building. For this reason, it is recommended that A/E professionals complete the full 25-course curriculum. Congratulations Steve and Claudia on this achievement!

Mosaic Named Millbrook CSD Architect

Mosaic Associates was recently appointed as district architect for the Millbrook Central School District, located approximately 75 miles north of New York City and 60 miles south of Albany in the scenic and historic Mid-Hudson River Valley. The project team of Partner Nick Waer, Associate Gene Browning and Architect Robyn Signorelli will be responsible for developing a Comprehensive Plan for the District’s facility and program needs.
Millbrook, New York is home to year-round residents as well as weekenders, summer residents and retirees. It covers an area of 75 square miles, consisting of beautiful rolling pastureland, ponds, streams and tree-lined streets that convey the feeling of quiet country living. Millbrook CSD employs a grade level configuration through its K-2nd elementary school, 3rd-5th elementary school, 6th-8th middle school, and 9th-12th high school. Congratulations to Nick and Gene on this exciting new relationship!

Marty Weber Authors Article for NYSCOSS

Senior partner Marty Weber was recently featured in “Councilgram”, the monthly newsletter of the New York State Council of School Superintendents (NYSCOSS), for his two-part article entitled “Demystifying Energy Performance Contracting”.
In his article, Marty clarifies the novel concept of energy performance contracting as another method for school districts and BOCES to implement energy savings projects, beyond the traditional voter authorization and design, bid, build protocol. The full text of this very informative article can be found in the May and June 2009 issues of Councilgram, at the following links:

May 2009:

http://www.nyscoss.org/pdf/upload/CouncilgramMay09Final.pdf

June 2009:

http://www.nyscoss.org/pdf/upload/CouncilgramJun09Final.pdf

Mosaic Brought On-Board at Shelter Island SD

Mosaic was recently selected to serve as district architect for the quaint Shelter Island School District nestled between the north and south forks of Long Island. The project team, consisting of Marty Weber, Peter D’Andrilli, and Todd Vogel will be responsible for the design of exterior building renovations.
Shelter Island has a year round population of 2,500, swelling to over 8,000 during the summer months. The island’s 8,000 acres of land, marsh and mist coupled with historical homes and charming street shops, cafes and galleries makes this community a unique destination. Congrats to Marty and Peter on a successful effort!

Superintendent, Ken McAuliffe remarks about bicentennial project

On Monday, June 21st district officials and community members from Lowville Academy and Central School District and Mosaic team members Marty Weber, John Jojo, and Russ Whitlock as well as representatives from Turner Construction took part in the Bicentennial Project Groundbreaking Ceremony.
The program agenda included remarks from Superintendent, Ken McAuliffe, Board President, Robert Meekins, and Mosaic’s Sr. Partner, Marty Weber. “When this project is completed, Lowville Academy will be in top-notch shape,” said Board of Education President, Robert Meekins.
The $32.8 million capital project’s first phase includes athletic upgrades and window restoration work. Monday’s celebration, which kicks off the project’s second phase includes the installation of a new elevator/stair tower, and entry vestibule in the high school, and a two-story, eight-room classroom addition at the middle school designed to integrate a future third floor. Renovations to the high school science classrooms and art room with a new mezzanine glass enclosed, gallery space also make up part of the second phase.
The project will be complete by fall 2010.

District officials, project team members, students and teachers gather to kick off groundbreaking

LEED Accredited Professional Robyn Signorelli

Mosaic Associates congratulates Architect Robyn Signorelli on becoming the newest LEED Accredited Professional with the firm. Robyn successfully completed her LEED AP exam this month after much hard work and preparation.
LEED Professional Accreditation distinguishes building professionals with the knowledge and skills to successfully steward the LEED certification process. LEED APs have demonstrated a thorough understanding of green building practices and principles and the LEED Rating System. Robyn joins with fellow Mosaic LEED APs Michael Fanning, John Onderdonk, Hana Panek and everyone in the firm in support of building design that promotes energy savings, water efficiency, CO2 emissions reduction, improved indoor environmental quality, and stewardship of resources and sensitivity to their impacts. Excellent work, Robyn!