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John B. Dey Elementary School Design – Construction Progress Phase A
The Modernization of John B. Dey Elementary School is coming along nicely, and we are thrilled to see the building taking shape! In this first phase of construction, John B. Dey is getting a new Gymnasium and a new Cafeteria. These spaces are both much larger than their current space, which will allow for more space […]
The HBA family continues to grow!
One of HBA’s Technical Associates can call himself a Grandfather again — Lucas Calvin made his appearance into the world on September 11th, weighing in at 9 lbs 3 oz, and 21” long. Lucas is the youngest of four granchildren for Ed. He joins Catherine (4), Thomas (3) and Olivia (2). Congratulations, Stanton family!
Congratulations Mr. Sebastian Ramos and Ms. Jennifer Slivka!
HBA would like to warmly congratulate the new couple! Our own Sebastian Ramos married Jennifer Slivka on November 4th at the Slover Library in Norfolk, Virginia. We wish them a lifetime full of happiness!
NEX opens expanded store at Chesapeake Base
HBA was part of the team for this expansion. The project increased the square footage of the store form 4,500 square feet to 6,700 square feet. It was also a LEED Silver certified project. Read more about it here.
HBA welcomes Lorin Schwartz
HBA is pleased to announce the addition of Lorin Schwartz to our staff as Architectural Intern. Lorin earned his Masters of Architecture from Hampton University. He is Norfolk born and raised and his family has lived in the area for over 160 years. He did a summer abroad in France focusing on urban theory. Besides […]
Stihl Inc to expand headquarters
Proud to be a part of the team for the new STIHL headquarters in Virginia Beach. Read more about it here
Neptune Festival Sand Sculpting 2017
This year marked HBA’s 12th year participating the annual Neptune Festival Sand Sculpting Competition. This year’s theme was “Adventure Through Books”. This year’s participants were: Joe Bovee Sebastian Ramos Cheryl Schimmelpfenning Iroda Karimova Janice Sheppard Chris Ames Briana Smith-Stiff Tee Ellis Anxhela Sula Dave Ermini Ray Stevens Special thanks […]
Towne Bank Richmond Headquarters at Gateway Plaza honored at 2017 IDEAs Awards
We are pleased to announce that Towne Bank Richmond Headquarters at Gateway Plaza received recognition Friday night at the 2017 Interior Design Excellence Awards (ASID+IIDA Virginia Chapters). It was awarded Honorable Mention for Commercial projects under 35,000 square feet. Congratulations to the entire team!
Kempsville Community Recreation Center Honored at HRACRE Design Awards
We are pleased to announce that the Kempsville Community Recreation Center received recognition Tuesday night at the 2017 HRACRE Excellence in Development Design Awards. It received the Juror’s Choice Award and the “Award of Excellence” in the category of Best Recreation / Entertainment Project. Congratulations to the entire team!