VIA design

We are so excited to welcome an amazing group of interns next week!!⁠
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▪️Aidan, UVA
▪️Pearl, VT
▪️Wesley, UVA
▪️Mark, Hampton
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This summer brings a mix of new and familiar faces. Aidan and Pearl are joining us for the first time, while Mark returns after joining us in January as part of the VT W_internship program and Wesley rejoins us from last summer as part of the Hampton IPAL program!⁠
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We look forward to the energy and fresh perspectives these four will bring to our team this summer!⁠ 🙌😀🥳

Who’s headed to Richmond this Thursday for the COTE Sustainability Summit?! Andrew will be speaking on Resilience in Coastal Virginia as part of the Spark Sessions that afternoon!

Spring is always a busy season for anniversaries at VIA, and we want to take a moment to celebrate Lorin hitting his 1-year milestone!⁠
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Over the past year, Lorin has made a huge impact through his willingness to support others and share his expertise. Whether it’s a quick Revit question, a modeling glitch, or guidance on a project, he is always ready to lend a helping hand and has become an incredible resource for the team! His participation in this year's LAB class is just another example of his drive to keep building on his professional growth and leadership skills.⁠
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Lorin is also technologically intuitive and has helped bring our projects to life through CNC, laser, and 3D printing, while also bringing his practical skills to lead the design and construction of our Pop-Up Park playhouse last year!

Today we hosted AIA Virginia Leaders in Architecture & Business!⁠
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It was great to have the group here for a day focused on Firm Culture and Effective Teams. We’ve always believed that the best way to grow as a firm is to support each other’s growth as individuals. We love that our team shares that same passion, and it's been fun to see them get involved! Lorin is a part of the this year's class, while Iroda has joined the Steering Committee after being in last year’s inaugural class!

Huge congratulations to Scott for being named one of CoVa Biz’s 175 Most Influential People in Coastal Virginia!!⁠
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This comes as no surprise to us! Scott cares deeply about this region and is always working toward building a better future for our community. The best part is... he’s a serious leader who knows when not to take himself too seriously 😉

Taking some time to shout out AJ, who recently hit the one year mark here at VIA! 🎉⁠
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AJ has had such a big impact on our team. Even though he’d rather stay out of the spotlight, his contributions don't go unnoticed. He's always willing to jump in and help, no matter the task. Since joining VIA, he’s proven to be incredibly motivated and adaptable. He's also a fast learner who is always eager to take on something new. Lately, that’s meant exploring how AI technology can enhance our workflow and helping lead our 2026 Summer Intern Fellowship!⁠
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Thank you for everything you do, AJ! We’re so glad you're part of VIA and always appreciate the fun facts and movie recommendations. Happy Anniversary! 🎬✨

Andre and Marshall loved connecting with students at the UVA Career Fair this week! Next up: we’re heading to VT! 🦃✨⁠
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If you’re interested in joining our team this summer, our 2026 Intern Fellowship applications are open, but the window is closing fast. We're aiming to hold interviews and finalize our selections by the beginning of March, so don't wait to reach out!⁠
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➡️ Head to the link below to submit your resume and portfolio ASAP!
https://viadesignarchitects.com/internships/

Say hello to Mark!⁠
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Mark is an international student at Virginia Tech! Inspired by the architectural heritage of Egypt and the Philippines, he's driven to create meaningful spaces that foster a sense of community. He is particularly interested in biomimicry and how it can be applied to create functional environments that integrate seamlessly with nature!⁠
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Outside the studio, Mark runs the architectural Instagram account, Inked Architecture, and serves as a keyboardist and community leader with Chi Alpha Campus Ministries. ⁠
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During his W_internship, Mark is excited to look behind the curtain at VIA's day to day operations—seeing how projects move from early conversations with clients through design development and coordination to final ex*****on!