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Historic DeFreest Barn Reconstruction Now Complete

August 19 2009

This 5820sf building will serve the Capital Region as both Community & Conference Center and 21st Century Science & Technology classroom for local students. The circa 1820 heavy timber frame was restored and reconstructed on a new foundation with a full basement. The structure was modernized with the use of structural insulated panels, complete HVAC & electrical systems, and the addition of a two-story wing with toilet rooms and an elevator.

Custom Camp on Lake George

August 19 2009

Construction of this three-bedroom Adirondack-style residence is scheduled for September '09. Nestled in an existing community of small seasonal camps, the design incorporates round timber columns, log siding, exposed rafter eaves, and an interior loft with curved balcony overlooking the Great Room.

Empower Federal Credit Union Branch Grand Opening

September 25 2009

Located in the Palatine Center across the river from Canajoharie, NY, this 2560sf space incorporated natural stone, limestone tile floors and mahogany panel casework to create the look and feel of an "old fashion" bank. The client was extremely satisfied with a design that reflected the character of the community and utilized the natural resources of the region.

Holiday Inn Albany Hires Architex

October 30 2009

Architex is scheduled to start documentation of public use spaces and meeting rooms at the Holiday Inn Albany on Wolf Road. The floor plan drawings produced will be integrated with a custom software program to be used by hotel staff to better plan and design seating and exhibit layouts for public events, receptions, meetings and conferences.

Treo Solutions Office Building Expansion Under Construction

November 30 2009

Treo Solutions, an innovative health care business intelligence firm, is expanding their Tech Park office with a 10,000s.f. addition consisting of two interconnected buildings. Architex designed the project to accommodate the more than 100% growth in the business by creating a new entry lobby, multiple size conference rooms, a cafeteria with serving kitchen and office space for 89 new staff members.

Architex Staff Attends International Builders Show

February 3 2010

Owner / Principal Tim Gallagher and Project Manager Andrew Kohout attended the IBS in late January. Tim and Andrew walked the floor of the country's largest building industry tradeshow to see and learn about the latest products and materials in residential construction. Tim and Andrew each participated in (12) continuing education seminars taught by industry experts; topics included new and future design trends, universal and accessible design, "green" building, building science and technology, structural framing and bracing products and design, design for multi-generational households, kitchen design, smaller and better floor plans for homes and detailed principles and strategies of the "Not so Big House" taught by Sarah Susanka.

Tim Gallagher Presents Educational Seminar at Great Northeast Home Show

February 03 2010

Owner / Principal Tim Gallagher, along with three other Capital Region architects, presented an educational public seminar at the Empire State Plaza on Sunday, January 31st. Titled, "Working With an Architect -- Discover the Value," the seminar offered detailed insights into when, why and how to select an architect to plan and design your project. Attendees also gained a basic knowledge of what to expect in terms of available services, the typical planning and design process and fees/costs. Contact Tim Gallagher at (518) 782-7319 or by e-mail at Tim@architexny.com for a copy of the seminar presentation and/or a copy of the published article of the same title. Look for future presentations of the seminar around the Capital Region and Upstate New York.

Architex to Redesign Lobby for First New York Federal Credit Union Branch

March 5 2010

Design is underway for a major "facelift" of the Credit Union's original branch lobby on Union Street in Niskayuna, NY. The interior alterations and remodeling will include a sitting area with coffee bar, traditional columns supporting a vaulted ceiling, tile floors, lighting fixtures and new finish & trimwork for the teller line. The design as well as selected materials & fixtures will be a mix of classical & contemporary styling.

Congratulations Andrew Kohout, R.A.

July 27 2010

We congratulate our own Project Manager, Andrew Kohout, on successfully passing all seven parts of the architectural registration exam (on the first try!) and acquiring his license as a NYS Registered Architect. Andrew joined the firm in March of 2005 and has lead the design and production of more than 75 Architex projects.

Family Enjoys Lake George Camp for great summer of 2010

September 30 2010

The family of this three-bedroom Adirondack-style residence completed the finishing touches this summer while still enjoying the many sunny days. Nestled in the trees amongst a community of small seasonal camps, this residence captures a grand view down the lake through large windows in the great room. The design incorporates a covered porch with round timber columns, log siding, exposed rafter eaves and an interior loft with curved balcony overlooking the great room below.

Treo Solutions Office Building Expansion Complete

October 01 2010

Treo Solutions has moved into their 10,000 s.f. Tech Park office addition. The Architex designed expansion consists of two interconnected buildings with a new entry lobby, multiple size conference rooms, a cafeteria with serving kitchen and several areas of office space for 89 new staff members.