Cornerstone Architects Blog

Cornerstone Joins the Haiti Relief Effort with ROMH

Lauren — Fri, 23 Jul 2010 16:29:09 +0000

Cornerstone Architects has teamed with the Roof Over My Head organization in a effort to provide temporary as well as permanent, low-cost housing to the people displaced by natural disasters.

The design team considered every aspect of prefabrication, transportation, ease of assembly, durability and safety. The wall panels are constructed with galvanized metal studs, BioBased spray polyurethane foam insulation, and fiber cement panels on the interior and exterior surfaces. Fiber cement was selected because of its high durability and reasonable cost. It will last longer and require less maintenance than wood fiber panels and will not rot, burn, or corrode. No crane is required to assemble.

The structures feature:

· A compact, box-type earthquake-resistant layout and construction

· Rot and mold free materials

· Lightweight for easier transportation and installation

· Termite proof

· No harmful chemicals and no off gassing

· Fireproof

The materials selected and design take into account local conditions. The intention is to provide a basic shelter to a high standard that can later be upgraded to become a permanent shelter. The structure is composed of a number of prefabricated panels which can be erected on site by people with minimal technical skills.

The ROMH house designed by Cornerstone Architects incorporates natural daylighting, passive cooling, cross-ventilation, rainwater harvesting, low emissivity “cool” colors, shading devices and thin-film solar collectors.

Cornerstone Architects and Red Cross Partner to Collect Holiday Gifts for McGuire Patients and Their Families

Rich — Wed, 26 Nov 2008 13:12:20 +0000

Practcially every day another family from across the country travels to Richmond to be with a loved one at Hunter Holmes McGuire Veterans Administration Medical Center. Being away from home, family, and work for several weeks takes its toll. To help the families, the Red Cross is collecting gifts for McGuire patients and their families. This year’s corporate sponsor is Cornerstone Architects. ‘There is no way to adequately say thank you for what these brave American have done,’ stated Richard Morse, Principal of Cornerstone. ‘It is a privilege to fund this very worthwhile project. These heroes need to know they are not forgotten, especially when most of them will be away from their families during the holidays.’

If you would like to offer a gift, please deliver to the Red Cross at 420 East Cary Street, Richmond, VA 23219 or mailed to POB 655, Richmond, VA 23218 by December 19th. Red Cross information 804-780-2256

Veterinary Economics Magazine, April 2008 - Merit Award Winner

Rich — Tue, 13 May 2008 15:25:32 +0000

With the help of Cornerstone Architects, Pouncey Tract Veterinary Hospital in Glen Allen, VA wins a Merit Award in the 2008 Veterinary Economics Hospital Design Competition. Owner, Dr. Brad Zubowsky, is also awarded best hospital in the 6,500 square-foot and smaller category.

The hospital is designed to have strong visual appeal on all four sides so it matches the style and character of the neighborhood. The outcome is a building looking more residential in character than a typical veterinary hospital.

Cornerstone Partners with Historic Jackson Ward and Philip Morris on “Gateways”

Charlie — Fri, 04 Jan 2008 19:16:04 +0000

Cornerstone is currently working witht the Historic Jackson Ward Association to design and implement a set of new “Gateways” in the Jackson Ward area. This is a conceptual image of what one might look like (pictured at the intersection of Chamberlayne and Jackson streets). Let us know what you think!

Cornerstone Architects Nuerology ICU

lhorton — Wed, 02 Jan 2008 21:26:48 +0000

Rick Peterson and I worked with HCA’s Johnston Willis Hospital to develop a conceptual design for a new Neurology ICU unit. This proposed eight bed unit would replace the existing first floor ICU unit and allow for a higher level of patient care. We presented a concept to administration helping them to decide whether to move forward with this project or not.

For my own curiosity, I would be open to hearing your own ideas or experiences with ICU units you may have worked on - either from a design or administrative perspective.

Cornerstone begins new project with James Doran Company

Rich — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 14:15:40 +0000

Working with James Doran Company (www. jamesdoranco.com) Cornerstone Architects begins phase I of Midlothian Town Center. This is a 35-acre, mixed-use development located at the intersection of Midlothian Turnpike and Winterfield Road in Chesterfield. This first phase of the 200,000 sf project has 30,000 sf of retail and an outparcel.

ICSC Rocks

Rich — Mon, 01 Oct 2007 13:58:31 +0000

Rich Morse & I attended ICSC this past week and the great cocktail parties many of the groups sponsored on Wednesday night. VHB/Thalhimers party at Popkin Tavern and Grubb & Ellis/Harrison & Bates reception at Toads were great opportunites to meet developers, retail people, real estate firms, and others. Unlike many events I attend, this group knew about networking and they weren’t wasting time talking around the point. It was music to my ears! My hat goes off to Brett Womack and the team who put this regional conference together.

Virginia Medical Group Managers Association (VMGMA)

Rich — Thu, 20 Sep 2007 19:27:23 +0000

Well, it’s that time of the year again. If you’re connected to the medical world in any way, this association might be just the group to check out. Cornerstone has been attending the local and national conferences for many years. Since our firm has a very strong medical niche, we find the networking and conference topics invaluable to us. On September 26, 27, & 28th, VMGMA is having its Fall conference at the Sheraton West in Richmond, Virginia. Conference theme is ‘Win with a Strike in the Game of Practice Management’. Cornerstone will be exhibting and if you are there, please stop by and say hello. Also, if you’d like to learn more about MGMA, feel free to give me a call.

Upcoming ICSC event in Richmond, VA

Rich — Mon, 10 Sep 2007 15:24:40 +0000

This is the first time Cornerstone & I will be attending the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC - http://www.icsc.org/) event here in Richmond. It’s at the Marriott Richmond & Greater Richmond Convention Center from September 26th - 27th. Since Cornerstone is doing more retail and mixed use work, this seems like an interesting opportunity. If you’d like to meet up and chat, feel free to give me a ring or email. 804-353-3051 or jmilici@csarch.com. I’d also be interested to hear anyone’s thoughts on past experinces at ICSC.

Cornerstone Architects Joins First Friday’s Artwalk

Rich — Wed, 22 Aug 2007 18:12:13 +0000

Cornerstone Architects joins First Friday’s Artwalk, the first economic development program for artists in the Commonwealth.

First Fridays Artwalk - Richmond’s premier night out for the best art of the city! Eleven diverse arts facilities, located along the Historic Broad Street Corridor, participate in the Art Walk showing knockout exhibitions. All events are free and open to the public.

Cornerstone Architects opens its ‘Cornerstone Gallery’ doors the first Friday monthly, exhibiting a different local artist’s talents each month. This is a wonderful venue to create awareness and appreciation of arts and culture in Virginia.

Cornerstone Architects wants to promote the local visual-arts by linking artist to the area and helping them connect to other economic opportunities.

Style Weekly, a Richmond weekly cultural paper, recognized First Fridays as ‘The Most Exciting Thing to Happen in the Arts Community’. Over 31,000 people attended First Fridays in 2002-03. Already, the 2003-04 season has kicked off to a tremendous start with record crowds.

Over a year ago, Cornerstone Architects decided to become apart of the Historic Broad Street Corridor when it took on the adaptive reuse and historic renovation of a 92-year-old building. Clearly, Downtown has again become a magnet for economic development.

Participating in First Fridays Artwalk is one way Cornerstone Architects can help enhance the vitality of the Richmond community.

Come visit us at 23 West Broad Street for a walk on the creative side. For more information, contact Jane Milici at 804-353-3051.