Falls Church Gateway Approved

After working with Akridge and the City of Falls Church on a mixed-use development for the the City’s North Washington Street Corridor revitalization effort, the City Council has unanimously approved the project. Falls Church Gateway is an 83,000 sf office/retail and 200-unit residential building located near the East Falls Church Metro Station.

Rendering of Falls Church Gateway  |  Falls Church, VA

The transit-oriented design is consistent with the City’s planning goals and creates a sense of place with a positive pedestrian experience and a sensitive transition from commercial to residential areas. Falls Church Gateway was recognized in 2006 by the Smart Growth Alliance for its sensitivity to adjacent neighborhoods, incorporation of green spaces, and long term goals of a LEED-Neighborhood Development.

To learn more about the project or view more images, please visit Cunningham | Quill Architects. For more information on Akridge regarding the project, please see their official press release.

Lee Quill Elevated to the AIA College of Fellows

It's always exciting when our work is recognized with an award or honor. We've recently had something just as exciting to celebrate around the CQA office. One of our Founding Principals, Lee Quill, has been elevated to the American Institute of Architects' College of Fellows. Lee Quill, FAIA joins our other Founding Principal, Ralph Cunningham, FAIA in this prestigious honor.

Lee Quill, FAIA, Founding Principal

The AIA describes the Fellowship program as a way to recognize and elevate architects who not only have achieved a standard of excellence in the profession, but have also made significant contributions to both architecture and society on a national level. Only 3% of all AIA members have been distinguished with this honor.

Lee has earned this special distinction in the area of Practice by creating a recognized practice model of public engagement, education and collaboration that has produced award-winning designs and affirmed the Architect's role as civic leader.

To view the complete list of this years' Fellows, please see the full 2011 FAIA Announcement.