MULTIFAMILY
OWNERSHIP MINDSET
LIFELONG LEARNING
DESIGN EXPERTISE
FINANCIAL STABILITY
EFFICIENCY
COLLECTIVE KNOWLEDGE
We are a collective community of employee owners who produce award-winning architecture and exceptional places where people live. It has been our privilege to be collaborating since 1986. And while design trends have come, gone, and some have surged again, one thing has remained: our commitment to design and create exceptional places where people live. Why do we do what we do? Because we deeply believe in the values highlighted above. It’s the heartbeat behind our community. It’s what allows us to truly call ourselves FORUM.
A Message from Leadership
Andrew Roark, AIA Principal-in-Charge
University of South Florida Master of Architecture
University of Florida Bachelor of Design
As the complexity of a design problem increases, so too does the requisite resolve, aptitude and expertise. The design of living environments is what drives Forum, a singular focus honed through decades of consistently demonstrating value for our developer clients.
I am confident that our team of talented professionals can not only make your project vision a reality, but you will enjoy the process more than you previously thought possible. I invite you to learn more about us on the following pages, and I personally look forward to getting to know you better through this project and hopefully many more to follow.
Kind Regards,
Professional Services Offered
LAND PLANNING
Site Selection Studies
Master Plans
Site Analysis Studies
Mixed-Use Development Plans
SERVICES Building Programming
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Structural Engineering Design
Mechanical Engineering Design
Plumbing Engineering Design
Electrical Engineering Design
Fire Protection Engineering Design
Construction Documentation
Construction Period Services
Green/Sustainable Design Coordination
SPECIAL SERVICES
Peer Reviews
FF&E Contract Purchasing
Rendering and Model Productions
Food & Beverage Facility Designs
Lighting and Sound System Designs
Landscape and Irrigation Designs
PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS //
Forum holds active registrations in the following locations //
*Individual and firm licenses vary by state or board of registration.
Meet the Principals
Andrew Roark, AIA
Principal
University of South Florida Masters Degree in Architecture
University of Florida
Bachelor of Architecture
Jeffrey Suchan, AIA, NCARB, CRRP Principal
Kansas State University/ NewSchool of Architecture & Design Masters Degree in Architecture
Kathryn Trentley, NCIDQ, RID, IIDA
Associate Principal
SUNY Buffalo
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
Andrew leads commercial, multifamily and renovation projects with an emphasis on complex mid-rise, high-rise and LEED projects. Among his strengths are a strong commitment to communication within the team, a broad working knowledge of building codes and various construction methods, and efficient project scheduling. Andrew believes that the architectural process is one of creative problemsolving throughout all phases of every project, and is steadfastly devoted to providing a quality product. Andrew is a Registered Architect in the state of Florida.
Jeff comes to Forum with extensive architectural, business development and executive experience in a broad range of sectors across the country. At Forum, Jeff woks be working closely with leadership and the teams with the primary focus on corporate operations. Jeff utilizes his architectural experience to provide mentoring to staff and professional development. Jeff is a registered Architect in Colorado, South Carolina, Utah, Indiana, Maryland and Florida.
Katie has 20 years of experience and currently oversees the design and management of Forum’s Interior Design Studio and Design Resource Group (DRG), our purchasing and procurement company. Her leadership strength resides in mentoring the interior designers and staff to think like owners and create like artists. Katie reviews overall design for projects, develops client relationships, and manages project development. She has extensive experience in model merchandising, high-end residential, interior detailing, commercial projects, and renovations. Katie is a member of the National Trust for Historical Preservation and a licensed and certified Interior Designer in the state of Florida.
Meet the Studio Directors
Steve Silveira
Studio Director
SUNY Buffalo
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Steven has over 35 years of design and construction experience in a variety of project types including multi-family, hospitality, commercial, healthcare and residential. His extensive knowledge of concrete, steel and wood-frame construction and his practical approach to design produces elegant yet costeffective projects that his clients are continuously proud of. As a Studio Director, he is responsible for many projects for multiple clients throughout Florida and the Southeast. Steve is a licensed Architect in Florida and Massachusetts.
Jeffrey Chue
Studio Director
University of South Florida
Master of Architecture
University of Florida
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Jeffrey joined Forum in 1999, and has since worked primarily on multifamily projects specializing in wood construction. He believes in and passionately promotes the idea that architecture incorporates the whole process of creating great design, finely detailing and realizing it in a well-constructed building. Jeffrey strives daily to accomplish this goal by establishing ongoing relationships with not only the client but also with consultants and contractors. His adamant attitude and expert knowledge of wood frame multifamily construction helps us to repeatedly achieve reliable quality products. Jeffrey holds a Masters of Architecture degree from the University of South Florida.
Brian Zimmerman, AIA
Studio Director
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Science in Interior Design
Brian has over 20 years of experience managing and leading design teams in the student housing, multi-family, commercial, and government market sectors. As a Studio Director for architecture, he leads his team and coordinates directly with the client throughout the project timeline. Brian enjoys all aspects of the project lifecycle, from site plan sketches to mentoring junior staff in the exterior detailing process. His oversight in the project allows for efficiency and attention to client needs, while empowering the whole team, both internally and externally. Brian is a licensed architect in the state of Florida.
Lance Burguiere, AIA
Studio Director
UF CityLab Orlando
Master of Architecture
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of of Science in Architecture
Lance joined Forum in 2012 following his graduation from the University of Central Florida. He attended UF CityLab Orlando to obtain his Master’s degree in Architecture. Lance has led production on multiple types of projects including multifamily, market rate, affordable, and senior living projects, utilizing wood and masonry construction. As a Studio Director, Lance is responsible for nurturing client relationships and leading his multifamily design staff. Lance is a registered Architect in the state of Florida.
Glen Baurhyte
Studio Director
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Master of Architecture
University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Glen Baurhyte joined Forum in 2005 and has contributed on a wide range of projects including leading the production of multifamily market rate, affordable, assisted living and senior living projects in both wood and masonry construction. His design and construction documenting efforts employ simple and effective construction details that contractors appreciate and on which owners rely. Glen is a Registered Architect in the state of Florida.
Amanda Froelicher
Studio Director
Tulane University
Master of Architecture
Tulane University
Bachelor of Architecture
Amanda has 15 years of experience in both the student housing and multi-family market sectors.
As the Studio Director for her team, she ensures design oversight, technical detailing, consultant drawing coordination, and the project schedule all stay on track. Her natural ability to lead with listening and empower the internal team to their best is her secret sauce. Amanda excels in client rapport and communication, allowing many projects to come to successful completion right on time. A critical component to new construction is a strength in technical details that accompany great design, an area in which Amanda excels..
Connecting
Experience is essential in multifamily design. The complexity of issues surrounding a multifamily project must be completely assessed in order to find the most viable, functional and aesthetically appropriate solutions for the market and client demands.
Forum has completed over 200,000 multifamily apartment homes, and has become proficient in dealing with budget and time constraints while maintaining active communication with both client and contractor. Such communication has fostered invaluable relationships and helped us to become better versed in the construction detailing of typical industry practices, as well as keeping abreast of leading new technologies and systems. In addition to architectural design, Forum provides conceptual land planning and site design for the vast majority of its multifamily projects. With a variety of unique features, Forum’s portfolio of multifamily communities covers a broad spectrum of housing needs in the market, ranging from affordable housing to luxury condominiums.
Project Listing
HUD 221(d)(4) PROJECTS
Trinity •New Port Ritchey,FL •288 units
Lenox at Bloomingdale II • Riverview, FL • 144 units
Epic II • St. Petersburg, FL • 112 units
Encore Metro • Orlando, FL • 214 units
Lenox at Bloomingdale • Riverview, FL • 240 units
Villages of Valor East/West • Lake Worth and Palm Beach, FL • 157 units
Flamingo Crossing • Winter Garden, FL • 300 units
Liberty Trails • Liberty Hill, TX • 100 units
Alabaster Bay • Dothan, AL • 56 units
Crane’s Landing • Orlando, FL • 208 units
Elmhurst Village • Oviedo, FL • 293 units
Lakehurst Apartments • Port Orange, FL • 222 units
Woodbury at Lake Brandon • Brandon, FL • 366 units
Summerset Apartments • Orlando, FL • 148 units (renovation)
The Landing at Timberleaf • Orlando, FL • 240 units (renovation)
Chateau du Lac • Lake Charles, LA • 198 units (renovation)
Martins Landing • Martinsburg, WV • 204 units (renovation)
Timberleaf Estates • Martinsburg, WV • 54 single family units
LENOX AT BLOOMINGDALE //
LOCATION // Riverview, FL
CLIENT // Richman Group of Florida
SCOPE // Architecture
Lenox is a market-rate multifamily project in Hillsborough County, located near shopping centers and a quick drive to the City of Tampa. This gated community provides many amenities in the clubhouse such as a clubroom, game room, fitness center, pool with spa, and summer kitchen on the pool deck. Other site amenities include walking path around the pond, car care center, and dog park. Units have granite counters, stainless steel appliances, plank flooring, and island kitchens.
ENCORE METRO //
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
CLIENT // Encore
SCOPE // Architecture
Encore Metro provides 214 market rate mulitfamily units in the northeast section of John Young Parkway and Americana Blvd in Orlando, FL.
Inspired floor plans, resort-like community amenities and an enviable location near the Mall at Millenia makes this community exceptional.
Residents will appreciate the amenities provided such as a pet parlor, parcel lockers, controlled access gate, barbeque area, resort pool, business hub and social activity calendar.
THE GALLERY AT TRINITY //
LOCATION // New Port Richey, FL
CLIENT // Richman Group of Florida
SCOPE // Architecture
Trinity Apartments is a market rate apartment project located in Pasco County, FL. The community offers easy access to State Road 54 and Gunn Hwy, and conveniently close to the bustling Tampa Bay area.
The amenities are designed to cater to every need, offering a blend of luxury and convenience that elevates daily life. Some amenities include a resort pool, pickleball court, bocce ball court, a putting green, dog park, library, professional fitness center, game room, demontration kitchen and conference room.
The project provides 288 apartment units to the area.
