Washington, DC – Bowie Gridley Architects is pleased to announce that William J. Bourque has joined the firm as a Senior Project Manager.  Bourque has 28 years of experience in educational and institutional planning and design, including work with schools and universities throughout the U.S.  He received his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Carnegie-Mellon University in Pittsburgh, and is a Registered Architect in the District of Columbia.  Bourque is also a member of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Bowie Gridley Architects, established in 1981, specializes in work for institutions of community significance.  Projects include academic, science, and student life facilities, performing and visual arts centers, libraries, athletic and recreational facilities, museums and cultural centers.  The architecture, planning and interior design firm is based in historic Georgetown and works with clients throughout the U.S. and abroad.

Washington, DC – Bowie Gridley Architects is pleased to announce that Dean Ventola, RA, has joined the firm as Director of Construction Administration.  A native of Damascus, Maryland, Ventola brings more than 30 years of experience in architecture and urban planning, including work throughout the Mid-Atlantic Region.

He received both a Bachelor of Architecture degree, and Bachelor of Arts (with honors) in Urban Planning from the University of Maryland, College Park.  A registered architect in DC, Maryland, Virginia and several other states, Ventola is also NCARB Certified.  He currently serves as Historic District Commissioner in Gaithersurg, MD and has volunteered as a visiting Architect/Urbanist Juror for Johns Hopkins University Carey Business School Masters in Real Estate.

Bowie Gridley Architects, established in 1981, specializes in work for institutions of community significance.  Projects include academic, science, and student life facilities, performing and visual arts centers, libraries, athletic and recreational facilities, museums and cultural centers.  The architecture, planning and interior design firm is based in historic Georgetown and works with clients throughout the U.S.

Bowie Gridley Architects  partnered with the Washington Architectural Foundation to host a Children’s Walking Tour of Georgetown as part of the 2014 DC Architecture Week. On Saturday, April 26th, children ages 8- to 12- years old, along with their parents,  visited several historic buildings in the Georgetown neighborhood on the tour, including the Old Stone House, The Custom House, Riggs-Riley House, Beall Mansion, and the Wheatley House. Led by staff of BGA, participants learned about the distinctive architectural features of these historic buildings. After the tour concluded, children were invited back to BGA’s offices to design and build their own structure.