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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School districts like Steel Valley are embracing 21st-century learning, and the new Steel Valley Elementary School is the epitome of modern, flexible, intentional, and inclusive design. DRAW Collective recently had the opportunity to tour the new building, where much of it is complete, and other areas are receiving some final touches before students and staff
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Designing for STEAM Education: Full STEAM Ahead Written by Tricia Monaco, NCIDQ | Architectural / Interior Designer / Senior Associate Today’s educational facilities have expanded and adapted to the STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) curriculum concept. Schools and individual instructional spaces have become more flexible, adaptable, and collaborative to support project-based learning. Leaders in K-12 education have an important responsibility to create these modern learning environments to support students of all ages. A
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The New Bethel Park Elementary SchoolThe new Bethel Park elementary school supports students in grades K–5 through a safe, thoughtfully designed building layout. It features flexible seating, collaborative breakout spaces, outdoor learning environments, and functional classrooms that strengthen the student-teacher relationship. DRAW Collective recently toured the new facility in depth while it was still under
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DRAW Collective is working with the McKeesport Area School District to assess the existing high school conditions and create conceptual options to improve students’ learning environments. DRAW Collective’s Jackie Cowan recently presented the team’s high school assessment findings to the school board on March 5, 2026. Jackie presented the Phase 1 Conditions Survey findings of
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The Norwin School District held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on March 4, 2026, for the newly renovated Norwin Performing Arts Center—a center dedicated to serving young performers, high school students, faculty members, and the Norwin community. Designed by DRAW Collective, the renovated Performing Arts Center features professional lighting and sound systems, accessible and comfortable seating, and
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On December 11, the Mars Area School District officially marked the beginning of the renovations at Mars Elementary School. Joined by members of the school board, DRAW Collective, and Thomas & Williamson, the groundbreaking ceremony signifies the start of a new chapter for the School District. The renovations and additions at the Mars Elementary School will
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The People’s Choice Award at the American Institute of Architects (AIA) Pittsburgh Design Awards is a public voting initiative that allows the local community to choose their favorite architectural and design projects. This year, DRAW Collective was selected as the People’s Choice Award recipient as the architecture firm for the new Trinity Intermediate School in Washington County,
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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