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Spring fever has hit Foley Design!

We threw a Cinco de Mayo themed spring fling to take advantage of this beautiful weather. It was a great opportunity to let off some steam and enjoy each other's company. Check out our tiny sombreros and piñata!

Braves win!
A huge thank you to Meghan Simmons with Gaskins + LeCraw for treating Shirean, Jeremy, and Savanna to an exciting evening of baseball. The weather was a bit chilly, but the Braves played a great game against the Phillies!

At this month’s 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺, our team gained valuable insights into Pre-Construction thanks to Ron Thompson’s expertise. From understanding key responsibilities and tools to navigating submittals, contracts, and construction schedules, we explored how critical pre-construction planning sets every project up for success.

Discussions covered essential topics like insurance & bonds, subcontractor coordination, OAC meetings, and payment applications—reinforcing the importance of clear communication and strong processes before breaking ground.

A huge thank you to Ron for leading this session and helping our team refine the way we approach pre-construction. 𝗪𝗲 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗻𝘂𝗼𝘂𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘁𝗮𝗹𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗸𝗻𝗼𝘄𝗹𝗲𝗱𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗶𝘀𝗲 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗶𝗿𝗲 𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗿𝗲𝘄!

This 𝗪𝗼𝗺𝗲𝗻’𝘀 𝗛𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘆 𝗠𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗵, we celebrate Lina Bo Bardi, a pioneering architect whose visionary work reshaped modern design. Known for her deep commitment to blending architecture with social purpose, Bo Bardi championed designs that prioritized community and cultural connection.

Her iconic works, such as the São Paulo Museum of Art (MASP) and SESC Pompéia, stand as lasting examples of how architecture can enrich lives and empower communities. At Foley Design we’re inspired by her legacy as we continue to design spaces that foster connection and elevate human experience.

Celebrating the Women of Foley Design!

This , we honor the talented women who shape our work and inspire our team every day. From emerging designers to seasoned architects, these six incredible women at Foley Design each bring their own expertise, creativity, and vision to our projects. Architecture and design thrive on fresh perspectives, and we’re proud to have a team where women at all career stages contribute to creating spaces that matter.

Join us in recognizing their dedication, innovation, and the lasting impact they make!

• Shirean Dryden - Principal
• Jennifer Chesnokov – Senior Associate
• Jessyca Johnson – Assistant Project Manager
• Savanna Wheeler – Assistant Project Manager
• Blayke Kortman – Architectural Designer
• Julie Chen – Intern Architect

'𝗧𝗼𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗲 𝗥𝗶𝘀𝗲'
This year's theme celebrates the strength and knowledge women bring to the field.

Thank you to Swinerton for inviting the Foley team and many other women in the industry to come together for a wonderful evening of networking and fun. If you haven't tried splatter painting, you need to jump on this creative and cathartic experience!

Breaking Barriers, Building Communities
This , we’re celebrating the incredible women who shape our built environment!
Pictured here on-site at one of our affordable housing projects are three outstanding professionals leading the way:
🔹 Justine Tillman, Senior Project Engineer at HJ Russell & Company, with 10 years in construction, beginning her career in asphalt and concrete.
🔹 Jazzmin Evans, Project Engineer at HJ Russell & Company, bringing 6 years of experience to the field.
🔹 Savanna Wheeler, Assistant Project Manager at Foley Design, with 7 years in architecture.
Their dedication, expertise, and passion help turn visions into reality.
Cheers to all the women making an impact in construction! H.J. Russell & Company

👉𝗙𝗼𝗹𝗲𝘆 𝗙𝗼𝗿𝘂𝗺 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗮𝗽: 𝗧𝗲𝗿𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻-𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻
In this month’s Foley Forum, Taylor Pounds took us on a deep dive into contours in site design—a critical skill for shaping the land with purpose and precision.

We explored:
🔹 Reading & Interpreting Contour Lines – Understanding slope, elevation, and topography
🔹 Grading Strategies – Designing for accessibility, drainage, and site function
🔹 Cut, Fill & Balance – Efficient earthwork planning for sustainable development
🔹 Real-World Applications – How we apply these principles to our projects

By mastering these site design fundamentals with our internal training program, our multi-disciplinary team is able to be more resourceful to our clients.

𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹𝘀
Rosenwald Schools played a transformative role in educating African American children across the rural South during the 20th century. These schools, funded by philanthropist Julius Rosenwald in partnership with Booker T. Washington, symbolize the power of community and the fight for equity. Over 5,000 schools were built, providing vital opportunities for education and progress.

𝗔𝘁 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗰 𝗮𝘁 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗚𝗿𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗻, 𝗚𝗔, 𝘄𝗲’𝗿𝗲 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗰𝘆 𝗯𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗵𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗶𝗰 𝟭𝟵𝟰𝟵 𝗮𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝗳 𝗮 𝗥𝗼𝘀𝗲𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗹𝗱 𝗦𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗼𝗹. Once a place of learning, this space will soon serve as a Community Center for our new affordable housing project, continuing its mission to uplift and unite. The new apartment buildings will create 166 units spread over two sites and is planned to start construction at the end of next month.

✨𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗷𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗦𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 ✨ 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗶𝗺𝗽𝘀𝗼𝗻 – 𝗔𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗱𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗛𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗶𝗻 𝗩𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆

Foley Design is proud to serve as the architect and The Interiors Studio at Foley Design as the interior designer for The Simpson, a $53M transformative development bringing 139 affordable housing units to Atlanta's historic Vine City neighborhood. This project, led by Quest CDC and The Integral Group, goes beyond housing—𝗶𝘁'𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗼𝗽𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗲𝘀.

🔹 AFFORDABLE LIVING – All units are reserved for households earning 30% to 80% AMI, ensuring accessibility for those who need it most.

🔹 SUPPORTIVE SERVICES – Quest is committed to empowering residents through job training, financial literacy programs, and access to essential services.

🔹COMMUNITY IMPACT – Located near Rodney Cook Sr. Park, The Simpson fosters a thriving, connected neighborhood.

Quest CDC’s mission is to create housing solutions with wraparound support, helping residents achieve long-term stability and success.

🎥 Watch the recent event and 𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗻 𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗲 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝗽𝗮𝗿𝘁𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗽:
https://www.questcdc.org/post/exploring-transformative-partnership-on-the-historic-westside

We're honored to be part of a project that not only provides quality housing but also empowers communities for a better future.

Paul Revere Williams – Designing Dreams (1894-1980)

This Black History Month, with the theme of Labor, we highlight Paul Revere Williams, an architect whose labor shaped the skylines of Los Angeles and beyond.

Williams, the first African American architect certified west of the Mississippi, overcame immense barriers to design over 3,000 structures, including celebrity homes and iconic landmarks like the Theme Building at LAX. He famously learned to draw upside down to make clients feel comfortable during meetings—a testament to his resilience and creativity.

Paul Revere Williams’ legacy celebrates the labor of creating beauty, innovation, and inclusivity in the architectural world.

Foley Design is proud to be part of Parc Solomon, a transformative workforce housing project located in the heart of downtown Griffin. This infill development in the Village Tier Overlay District offers residents the perfect blend of modern living and prime location, with downtown restaurants and services just steps away.

✨ Project Highlights
69 thoughtfully designed units
• 1 Bed / 1 Bath: 650 SF
• 2 Bed / 1 Bath: 850 SF

Amenities that enrich daily life:
• Computer Room
• Fitness Facility
• Community Space with Outdoor Courtyard
• Covered Gathering Space
• Ground-floor retail space for a future tenant to enhance the community vibe.

Workforce housing like Parc Solomon not only provides affordable, high-quality homes but also strengthens communities by promoting economic growth, walkability, and vibrant living. City of Griffin, GA - Government

Stay tuned as we continue to bring impactful projects like this to life!