It is with deep sadness that we share the passing of one of DRAW Collective’s defining leaders, Jim Howell. As the “H” in our former name, VEBH, Jim played an integral role in the firm’s success and leadership. He was a prolific architect who deeply cared about the clients he worked with. As a graduate
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Mockups are often thought of as a way to preview aesthetics; how a part of a building will look or what materials will be used. At DRAW Collective, we see them as much more than that. For us, construction mockups are a critical tool for improving the quality, performance, and durability of the projects we deliver. Mockups allow us to closely examine
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DRAW Collective is thrilled to be included in Building Design + Construction’s 2025 Giants 400 Lists! We are proud of the work our team has devoted to each project in these markets that drive our success. Whether it’s in healthcare, K-12, or higher education, our designers continue to design places that matter, together. DRAW Collective
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PennWest California’s new Science Building has marked a significant milestone in the construction process. The University held a topping off ceremony to honor the installation of the final steel beam. Due to the construction team’s hard work and everyone’s outstanding efforts, the Science Building is making rapid, efficient progress. Congratulations to the whole team! We
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Capital improvement projects are long-term investments in your infrastructure—and successful outcomes depend not only on execution but on the strength of the design behind them. Now is the time to be planning your summer projects. At DRAW Collective, we specialize in delivering design services that bring clarity, innovation, and efficiency to every phase of a
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Three of DRAW’s projects made Pittsburgh Business Times’s list of the largest active construction projects in Pittsburgh! The new Bethel Park School District Elementary School is the largest K-12 project in Pittsburgh with Steel Valley School District’s new Elementary School and PennWest California’s new Science Building also making the list! DRAW is proud to be a part of all three projects. The
Apps, food lockers, ghost kitchens, and even robot deliveries are changing how food works on college campuses
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Construction has officially begun on PennWest University – California’s New Science Building! We’re excited to see the innovative vision for this building come to life after significant planning and collaboration efforts between the University and DRAW Collective’s design team! To celebrate this significant milestone, PennWest University board members, DRAW’s Jennifer Skripac and Adria Zawicki, and
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The Master Builders’ Association has announced Waynesburg University’s eHIVE Flexible Classroom and Makerspace as a finalist for the MBA Building Excellence Awards in the Renovation Under $4 Million Category! DRAW Collective worked closely with the University and Mosites Construction Company to bring this innovative project to life. The eHIVE helps business students at Waynesburg University
Waynesburg University President Douglas G. Lee remarked, “As we celebrate our 175th year, our journey of progress continues with the commencement of this new building. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our generous donors whose support propels our growth.” Waynesburg University’s longstanding commitment to supporting local and regional first responders through its Criminal Justice Program
