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UHL+Walker was founded in Toronto in 1965, quickly evolving to the interdisciplinary model of today under the leadership of Jesse Walker, Sam Uebelacker, Darin Harding, and Ben Larson. The partners committed themselves to a global practice in the 1980s with the opening of expansion offices in New York, London, and Hong Kong. The Partnership grew as new partners joined the firm, broadening the fields of expertise and areas of practice. Today, UHL+Walker offers a wide range of services which, with the close integration thereof, allows us to reach new and higher levels of design. In lieu of subscribing to fashion and polemic, UHL+Walker aims to deliver thoughtful, original and contemporary architecture that conveys a sense of humanism and purpose while fulfilling programmatic requirements. This is achieved through an intensive collaboration with clients and consultants and careful investigation into the best ways to accommodate the program. UHL+Walker exercises economy of gesture and meticulous attention which results in the highest standards of execution, delight in pure beauty, and respect for the client's need to be inspired and engaged.

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PHILOSOPHY HISTORY PHILOSOPHY SERVICES MARKETING PROJECTS LEADERSHIP LOCATIONS

Buildings should serve a higher purpose. We believe great architecture shapes the human experience, improves the quality of the built environment and helps conserve the earth's resources. Our goal always is to cut through the complexity to make life easier and better for people.

collaboration is inspiration: At UHL+Walker, we believe that our clients have the power to change the world through their progressive desires and needs. We find that forming a partnership with our clients helps to create the foundation for a highly collaborative design strategy. We strive to sustain this mission by creating environments that advance the exchange of knowledge so that everyone involved are inspired to reach their full potential. Our approach is multidisciplinary, bringing together specialists in areas such as architectural design, engineering, education, technology and sustainability to create a process that truly inspires innovation.

education and learning is priority: Architecture for education is our passion. Our vision is to combine our 40 plus years of experience and our solid reputation for trust and service with highly innovative, research-driven design solutions focused on the future. We think those solutions have the potential to transform learning. Designing a learning space is a journey that we take together to find the right answers to the right questions until inspiration yields a result the client never expected—the fruits of collaboration and the creative process. We promise to be champions of education. From technology to curriculum and sustainability, we understand how design affects learning. Our participation on national councils, our advocacy efforts and our local educator advisory groups give us all comprehensive understanding of the evolution of education and how we can support our clients' efforts both in and out of the classroom.

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PHILOSOPHY sustainable design:

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Sustainable design has long been a part of practice at UHL+Walker. We embrace and design with responsibility to advance sustainable design for every building type, geographic region and budget level. Our people are impassioned by the opportunity to design healthy, environmentally friendly buildings that improve our planet's overall environmental condition and educating our clients regarding the benefits of building “green.” Our commitment to sustainability engages us with our clients in new ways as we introduce them to the financial and operational benefits of green buildings, lower energy, reduced waste and water use, lower environmental and emissions costs, improved operations and maintenance, and most importantly increased productivity from a healthier workspace. Currently we have over 30 LEED-certified (Leadership in Environmental and Energy Design) professionals on staff and affiliations with the U.S. Green Building Council.

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PHILOSOPHY design to build process:

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From early project conceptualization through the final phases of construction, our variety of experienced design teams approaches each project with the integrated goals of creating superior design solutions, discovering environmental value and balance, and building excellent client relations. Our office support team includes designers and coordinators who assist with the production work and client communications. We have also pooled a tight network of talented designers and innovators that have been integrated to allow a design team to be formed to meet the specific requirements of all projects. Through early coordination with the client and design team, common ecological goals can be mapped to achieve site sustainability across multiple levels of the design and construction processes. When a project enters the office of UHL + Walker it typically follows a common path. Initial meetings and early site visits establish the functional, ecological, and aesthetic goals that will drive the design. Through physical and digital models, sketches, elevations, and plan view renderings the principal design features are agreed upon, and construction cost projections are then determined. When a drawing set is complete, coordination is shifted to the contractor and we continue responsibility for the construction process. During construction, management meetings ensure a continuing team relationship between architects, engineers, landscape architects, planners, contractors, and clients. Our post-project studies and analysis solidify our interests in long-term success and our commitment to the creation of a satisfying and consciences environment.

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SERVICES HISTORY PHILOSOPHY SERVICES MARKETING PROJECTS LEADERSHIP

UHL+Walker services extend through the entire life cycle: from strategic planning through design and ongoing facility management: Advance Strategies Conservation Engineering Landscape Architecture Planning Urban Design/Planning

Architecture Construction Services Interiors Lighting Design Sustainable Design Visual Communication

LOCATIONS project types: To better meet our clients' needs, we have organized UHL+Walker into groups of market-based specialists. From our years of experience clients have demonstrated that increased collaboration among market experts leads directly to increased innovation and better projects. Today, UHL+Walker specialty groups are recognized leaders in nearly every market sector across the world: Aviation Corporate Education Health Care Justice Retail Planning

Sports Venue Sustainable Mixed-Use Hospitals Cultural Commercial Residential Transportation

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MARKETING marketing strategies:

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UHL+Walker has an integrated marketing division that allows the company to search for clients. The marketing team within the main office consists of 5 people working to attract clients and publicize UHL+Walker’s achievements and designs. The marketing teams have been trained to have a good understanding of the nature of UHL+Walker’s design philosophies. Marketing actively looks and screens clients for the greatest compatibility between the client and the entire design team, looking for clients who will be able to use our entire repertoire of services. The marketing team also works hard to get UHL+Walker into many architectural, engineering, and many other publications as a way to get the name out to clients more effectively. In working closely with design teams the marketing department is able to gauge the strengths of the office and look for clients searching for similar values.

market served: Due to UHL+Walker having offices around the globe, its international scope services many different types of design and development. Our offices in Dubai have participated in the recent boom of tourism in that area with the development of multiple resorts. Our head Toronto office recently completed a design for a major Canadian airport. The wide variety of our services and locations have allowed UHL+Walker to participate in nearly every possible market available to us.

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PROJECTS HISTORY PHILOSOPHY SERVICES MARKETING PROJECTS LEADERSHIP LOCATIONS

CTA Station Date: 2007 Location: Chicago, Illinois Studio Head: Sam Uebelacker The redesign of the Adams & Wabash CTA Elevated Station also included a nearby plot of land with which to develop. The nearby location of a large event area but lack of a smaller event area in the area led to the development of such a venue. The open plaza would now be able to be used for a variety of uses, from a farmers market to a small scale concert. The sound from the trains are mitigated by a glass wall that extends along the western edge of the plaza. The redesign for the station allowed for views to both the Art Museum and the Sears Tower.

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Museum of Steel Date: 2007 Location: Pittsburg, Pennsylvania Studio head: Sam Uebelacker The museum of steel is located along the Monongahela River near Pittsburg, Pennsylvania. UHL+Walker came up with an engineering solution allowing for the sinuous design of the museum skin. The lattice of steel forms the structure of the skin and is seamlessly integrated with the glass and composite panels composing the barrier from the elements. The museum spans over a reflection pond and consists of a restaurant overlooking the river and two main galleries with soaring catwalks over each for a different journey depending on which path you decide to take.

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Sydney Airport Bridge Date: 2003 Location: Sydney, NSW Australia Studio Head: Ben Larsen The 1,480’ main span unit of the Lewis Bridge is supported by an innovative cable stay anchorage system designed by UHL + Walker. The pylons of the Lewis Bridge are the only design for cable stays in the world that has the saddle pipe anchorage at the top. It is the first utilization of a single pylon and multiple planes of stays arrangement in the world. The bridge design has been honored with ten design awards.

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Urban Design Date: 1995 Location: Baltimore, MD Studio Head: Ben Larsen The realization seems to be fully apparent that cities need good housing to become the vibrant centers of cultural and social life that they once were, and thus public and political support for urban infill housing is on the rise. Urban infill housing sparks neighborhood revitalization. Not only do new residents pay property taxes, but they also spend money. New residents spur retailing, religious activities, restaurant openings, cultural activities and events, office development, and the development of parks and recreational areas.

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Boise Branch Library Date: 2006 Location: Boise, Idaho Studio Head: Sam Uebelacker The Boise Branch Library was constructed with the help of a donation from the Idaho Concrete Masonry Association. The exterior and interior columns were constructed with concrete masonry blocks. This multiple floor library has a children and teen section located on the main floor, with the adult stacks residing on the second floor. The columns are offset with the second floor’s design of curves sweeping back toward the center of the building.

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LEADERSHIP HISTORY PHILOSOPHY SERVICES MARKETING PROJECTS LEADERSHIP LOCATIONS

Jesse Walker, AIA CEO Jesse’s vision was the driving force behind UHL+Walker’s formation. It was his inspiration and leadership that brought all necessary forces into being. Jesse’s unique blend of business prowess and architectural design, along with his superb networking and communication abilities paved the way for the amalgamation of personalities and specialties that needed to be brought together.

expertise Vision, planning, client relationships, motivation and management.

credentials Masters of Architecture, University of Idaho

Sam Uebelacker, AIA, LEED AP, ASME Managing Principle Chicago Office Sam’s unique blend of architectural and engineering experience offer him a unique view on the world of design. Being able to integrate design with engineering has proved an invaluable resource in eliminating the go between usually reserved for engineers and architects.

expertise Managing creative ideas toward a unified goal, listening, collaborating, bringing innovative options to clients, adhering to tight budgets, integrated design and engineering.

credentials Masters of Architecture, University of Idaho Bachelors of Science-Mechanical Engineering, University of Idaho

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Ben Larsen, AIA Managing Principal Houston Office Gary’s core belief of honoring the gifts he’s been given has guided his work for more than 23 years at UHL+Walker. Ben believes education is the cornerstone of our democracy, and he was instrumental in SHW’s evolution as education services expanded to include visioning, master planning, community engagement and bond planning in addition to comprehensive architecture and design services.

expertise Managing creative ideas toward a unified goal, listening, collaborating

credentials Bachelor of Environmental Design, Texas A&M University

Darin Harding, Assoc. AIA Managing Principal Toronto Office Having coached sports for many years, Darin not only has a passion for winning, but he possesses a unique ability to strategically lead teams toward goals. Applying a blend of proven business acumen and gut instinct, he has been an integral part of UHL+Walker’s growth over the last three years. Darin’s role gives him an opportunity to work with creative, passionate people like him—making the journey a lot more fun.

expertise Recognizing, attracting and motivating talent; and mentoring

credentials Bachelor’s of Arts, Texas Tech University Master’s of International Management

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LOCATIONS HISTORY PHILOSOPHY SERVICES MARKETING PROJECTS LEADERSHIP LOCATIONS

We have offices around the world, which means that clients everywhere benefit from a team of experts with both international perspective and an intimate knowledge of the regions where they live and work.

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Atlanta Chicago Dallas Denver Houston Los Angeles Miami New York Portland San Francisco Seattle Toronto Washington, DC

Beijing Brisbane Hong Kong Shanghai Singapore

Dubai

London

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