The City of Asbury Park, known for its vibrant, multi-faceted arts scene, was recognized on Monday, December 18, by the Monmouth County Planning Board for the creation and adoption of the Arts & Culture Plan as a component of the City's Master Plan.

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Having previously collaborated on a feasibility study for Hoboken and the Hudson County region, the City of Hoboken tapped FCA to envision a holistic reframing of its existing arts and culture program. The firm will assist in developing a cohesive identity, defining the unique character and purpose of art in Hoboken while refining the mission, vision, goals, and guiding principles for the Public Arts Commission’s public art program.

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Former FCA president John Campbell and his successor spoke to the Business Journal about the change in leadership, where the firm is headed, and what challenges it faces.

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FCA, an architecture, planning, and interior design firm, announced that ten team members have recently been named shareholders including: Joe Doherty, Dana Eddowes, Steven Stainbrook, Christopher Marotto, James Hammond, Charles Hemphill, Stephen Jouflas, Elena Casacio-Kotsur, Beverley Spencer, and Denis Kovalich. The announcement follows the firm’s recent rebrand and reinforces the organization’s commitment to supporting the professional growth of its employees.

“FCA is proud to solidify the well-deserved position and promising future of these leaders within our organization,” says John Campbell, President of FCA. “This is a committed group of individuals who have made a remarkable impact on our firm and I look forward to witnessing their continued growth and dedication.”

FCA, a leading New York and Philadelphia-based architecture and design firm, announced today that it has acquired a legacy firm, Fred M. Humphrey & Associates. Together, the firms will share their regional presence, knowledge, and relationships to design spaces uniquely suited to the needs of those who use them.

“FCA is thrilled to have a firm with such a rich history in Central Florida join our team. With experience supporting medical institutions over the last several decades, Fred M. Humphrey & Associates will bring their expertise and intimate knowledge of the area to further establish FCA as a design leader in the Southeast,” says Aran McCarthy AIA, Principal, Healthcare, FCA.

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FCA, a leading Philadelphia-based architecture and design firm, announced today that it is officially dropping the company name, “Francis Cauffman Architects,” from the brand, effective immediately. This rebrand allows the organization to continue diversifying its portfolio, free of name associations while providing further brand clarity and consistency.

“We believe that this rebrand is in the best interest of both our firm and our clients,” says President of FCA, John Campbell. “It’s important to create room for future growth while fine-tuning our existing processes and branding efforts. We’re excited to continue to honor the initials of the firm’s founders while evolving and expanding the breadth of our expertise under our new name.”

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For Women’s History Month this year, we’ve rounded up a handful of women in the architecture and design industry to pick their brains on what being a woman in this industry means to them, any issues they’ve faced—particularly during COVID-19—and what role models they strive to be like.

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FCA has announced the opening of its new Florida office, located in Orlando.

Orlando is currently the 2nd fastest growing region in the United States. Recent changes to Florida's Certificate of Need requirements in healthcare show a tremendous potential for significant capital investment in the sector. FCA can bring its expertise in healthcare planning and design to the region to support the health systems throughout Florida. 

FCA currently has three active projects in Florida, which include projects in Tampa, Miami, and West Palm Beach, along with a new project in Puerto Rico. By opening the office in Florida FCA will be better able to support its clients and reinforce their reputation as a client-focused firm.

Aran McCarthy, AIA, NCARB will act as the Healthcare Principal-in-Charge for Orlando Operations and will be supported by Paul Degillio, Senior Project Manager. 

The address of the new office is:
20 North Orange Avenue, Suite 1100
Orlando, Florida 32801