Lerner / Ladds Architects, Inc., Providence, Rhode Island, USA
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| Architecture Firm | Lerner / Ladds + Bartels Architects, Inc. |
| People | Steven L. Lerner, AIA CSI; Christian J. Ladds, AIA; Kathleen A. Bartels, AIA; Drayton Fair, AIA |
| Address | 236 Hope St. |
| Providence, Rhode Island, 02906-2212 USA | |
| Telephone | (401) 421-7715 |
| Fax | (401) 421-7718 |
| info@LLBarchitects.com | |
| Web Site | http://www.LLBarchitects.com |
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Services
As a multi-disciplinary firm, Lerner | Ladds + Bartels provides clients with an exceptional depth of understanding and full range of expertise. Especially appreciated by many knowledgeable clients, our proven interior design capabilities not only set us apart from other firms, but help bring an entire project together - united by a singular vision. Whether a project entails new or existing construction, we are always responsive to our clients' need and their best interests. The beauty of design can be found, not only in the way it makes projects look, but in how well they perform. In addition to creating spaces that have a pleasing personality, our goal is to complement the lives of those who will be its occupants. As one of the oldest active firms in Rhode Island, and one of the newest, the firm has left its imprint on the landscape for over 50 years. While the firm continues to grow and respond to an ever-changing environment, a commitment to thoughtful design remains the primary tenet of Lerner | Ladds + Bartels, Inc. Steven L. Lerner, AIA, whose father Samuel Lerner, FASCE, a professional engineer, founded the firm in 1934, became a principal in 1976 upon his registration as an architect. The name was changed from Samuel Lerner Associates to Lerner Associates, Inc., to reflect the multidisciplinary services of the firm. Christian J. Ladds, AIA, a member of the firm since 1984, became a partner in 1990 following his architectural registration, and the firm name changed to Lerner | Ladds Architects, Inc. The firm received major commissions throughout the 1990's that continued a trend to multi-faceted institutional work in addition to its portfolio of residential and commercial projects. In January 2000 Lerner | Ladds + Bartels added a new partner, Kathleen Bartels, AIA, to the firm and to the name. The "plus" sign reflects the truly additive nature of the process that has seen the firm evolve over 50 years from its roots as a respected engineering firm, to one of the premier architecture firms in Rhode Island. At the latest turning point, R. Drayton Fair AIA joined the firm as a partner in February 2003 bringing with him over 20 years of experience, primarily in public institutional clients.
Focus
Although new buildings, renovations, additions and interiors - the end products of our work - are certainly concrete, it is in the imagination that most of our work takes place. As a decidedly designoriented firm, we invest a good part of our time and energies at the concept stage of every project regardless of size. The process begins by defining a direction prior to design, a sound foundation from which to satisfy our clients' needs. From there, we thoughtfully carry out each step through successful completion. Our goal is to exceed expectations. To achieve this, we provide an exceptional level of personal attention. Principals directly handle every project. We pride ourselves on being able to meet strict time and budgetary constraints. We work with contractors to ensure value and the highest standards, all of which result in projects that possess both creativity and integrity.
Projects
Jamestown Residence, Jamestown, Rhode Island - 2003 Custom House Award/Grand Award and Project of the Year; AIA/RI-First Design Award; Rhode Island Monthly-New Construction/Silver
Dill Center for the Performing Arts, Stuart Theatre, Brown University - American Society of Interior Designers-First Place Interior Design Specialty Award; AIA/RI-Restoration Award; Rhode Island Monthly Design Award-Commercial Construction or Renovation/Gold
Westlook Residence, Westport Massachusetts - AIA/RI - Design Award; Rhode Island Monthly Design Award-Renovation/Gold
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