Community Mission
The mission of the SAME Architectural Practice Community of Interest (COI) is to promote architectural practice within SAME, broaden the organization’s exposure in the architecture community, increase the stature of architecture within military/federal facilities, and recruit more architects.
The COI also provides strong technical education and training content for SAME events, webinars, and programs; publishes a quarterly journal that highlights architecture and design within the public sector; and expands networking and mentoring opportunities.
COI Objectives
- Enhance the Role of Architecture: Strengthen the role of architecture in military and federal facility design, construction, and management to improve functionality and sustainability.
- Foster Professional Development: Provide educational resources and professional development opportunities to support architects in their careers and within the SAME network.
- Promote Collaboration: Encourage collaboration between architects, engineers, and other professionals to create integrated solutions for facility challenges.
- Expand Networking Opportunities: Facilitate networking events, mentorship programs, and other forums to help architects build connections within SAME and the broader architectural community.
- Advocate for Architectural Practices: Raise awareness and advocate for the importance of architectural contributions in military and federal projects.
- Support Recruitment of Architects: Actively recruit architects to join SAME, contributing to the growth and diversity of expertise within the organization.
Community Chair
Darryl Moser
GFT Infrastructure Inc.
Chair Elect: Brandon Tobias, GFT
Immediate Past Chair: Laurie Whitney, Mead & Hunt
Vice Chair, Secretary: Juste Gatari, Moody Nolan
Vice Chair, COI Liaison: Hugh Darville, Gensler
Vice Chair, Design Award Program: John Somerville, Leo A Daly; Jeramiah Huth, The Diallo Group
Vice Chair, Communications: Tia Embaugh, Plus One Design|Construction; Rachel Collier, Powers Brown Architecture
Vice Chair, Post Liaison: Cathy Otis, GFT Infrastructure Inc.
Vice Chair, Education: Karl Stumpf, Corgan Associates
Vice Chair, AIA Collaboration: Ed Gauvreau, F. SAME, USACE
Vice Chair, Industry Government Engagements: Col. Paula Loomis, F. SAME, The Urban Collaborative
Vice Chair, Innovation and Technology: Lacey Craven, Clark Nexsen
SAME National Office POC: Ree Miskimon, FSMPS
Upcoming National Webinars
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Surprising Stories About Camp David’s Unique History
Do you know the original name of Camp David? Do you know its historic role in the WW-2 D-Day invasion, or even where the secret presidential retreat is located? Please join us for this compelling webinar presented by a former commander of Camp David who will answer these questions and provide scores of other interesting facts and stories about the 84-year-old mountaintop refuge. -
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The Latest in HRSC: Real-Time Data and Remedial Alternatives
The process of High-Resolution Site Characterization (HRSC) continues to evolve, giving environmental professionals faster, more defensible ways to understand and remediate contaminated sites.
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SAME Strategic Partners – Architectural Practice
I love to serve the Society with my fellow SAME architects for such a good cause and along the way develop a strong bond both professionally and personally with these people. I can truly call them my friends.
J.J. Tang, FAIA, F.SAME, Chair, SAME Architectural Practice Committee 2013-2016