LPA Design Studios has hired veteran Dallas design leader D. Alex John, Jr. as Associate Principal and Design Director of the firm’s growing Dallas commercial practice.

John joins LPA after 18 years with HKS Architects, most recently as vice president and senior designer. He will complement a Dallas studio that is actively expanding its portfolio of commercial, education, workplace and life science projects. John will work on a wide range of project types, leading an inclusive, collaborative design process that prioritizes measurable results in performance, healthier environments and facilities that work better for the users.

John brings a wide range of experience to his new role, including design for hospitality destinations, health science facilities, corporate campuses and education centers. The Oak Cliff resident is an active leader in the community and serves on the Board of Directors of The Real Estate Council, the local commercial real estate association.

EDUCATION:  Texas A&M University – College Station

Ryan Therrell was promoted to Regional Director, leading Beck’s Austin Office. Before his promotion, Therrell spent 15+ years as Beck’s Director of Client Services. He played a vital role in the Austin office’s growth, helping it win many of Beck’s most high-profile architecture and construction projects.

A few notable design-build projects he is responsible for include: RiverSouth, The new Texas Bankers Association Headquarters, 924 East 7th Street Office Building, and 600 West 5th Office Tower.

Additionally, he was integral to Beck winning the design of the Dell Jewish Community Center Expansion and multiple construction projects at Dell Children’s Medical Center. Ryan recently established Beck’s Special Projects Group, which focuses on tenant improvement and asset repositioning. They recently won the Texas Permanent School Fund’s tenant improvement project, which begins construction this spring.

EDUCATION:  University of Louisiana at Lafayette

Delanie Heim, RID has been promoted to Director of Design Operations in the Houston office at Method Architecture.

In this new role, Delanie will oversee three studios managing both tenant interior and ground-up project teams focused on a variety of client sectors. Delanie has been with the firm for 8 years and is a Registered Interior Designer.

Stantec is pleased to announce Russ Ruplinger has joined our team as Texas Transportation Leader – Area Manager, where he’ll be leading the pursuit and delivery of excellent work to our clients throughout the State of Texas while providing innovative design solutions with exceptional quality and execution. Russ’ 13 years of experience have given him insight into major infrastructure projects that allow him to continue elevating communities and progressing transportation system experiences.

Spring Valley Construction Company (SVCC) is honored to announce the promotion of Stephen Nagel to Director of Operations Commercial. Since joining SVCC in 2012, Nagel has been a proven leader and mentor to our project management staff and has demonstrated immense dedication to his projects while strengthening relationships with clients and trade partners. In his new position, Nagel will oversee all commercial operations and continue to cultivate client relationships by providing our brand promise of ‘an enjoyable experience’. Nagel has over 15 years of experience in the construction industry and showcases SVCC’s core values of Service, Value, Character and Commitment on a daily basis.