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.
Nice to meet you (again)!
Whether it’s your first time seeing me on the digital page, or we’ve been running the conference circuit together and I’m now a familiar face, I want to say hello!
First up, I care about YOU.
Of course I’m biased and believe I have the best team of interior designers and architects to help solve all of your Student Housing development challenges.
But, it’s possible you don’t need design just yet and just want a strategic industry problem-solver in your corner.
I’m here for that, too.
My twenty-year career is entrenched in relationships and I’ve been known to help achieve results in unlikely places and circumstances. Let’s sit down and have a chat!
Now, if you’ll allow me, I’d like to invite you to keep turning the pages to meet the team who delivers exceptional award-winning interior design.
Michelle Rademacher, LEED AP
Business Development Director
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
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.
Jeffrey Suchan, AIA, NCARB, CRRP
Principal
Kansas State University/
NewSchool of Architecture & Design Masters Degree in Architecture
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.
Kathryn Trentley, NCIDQ, RID, IIDA
Associate Principal
SUNY Buffalo
Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design
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.
Your Team
Renata Lindsey, AIA
Studio Director
University of South Florida
Master of Architecture
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science in Architecture
Renata has over 20 years of experience with a specialization in the student housing market sector having completed 16 projects, totaling over 5.8 million SF of developed space and over 9,300 beds across many campuses. She has a keen eye for design, detail, and definition in placemaking that only great architecture creates through site planning and new construction. Renata is a licensed architect in the state of Florida, and in addition to providing design and thought leadership oversight to the student housing market sector, she empowers the architecture staff on their journey towards licensure.
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 Project Manager 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 student housing 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.
Cassondra Dennett
Project Manager
University of Central Florida
Bachelor of Architecture
Cassondra has 11 years of experience in both student housing, hospitality, and multi-family market sectors. As the architectural designer on the project, specializing in the façade, she instinctually researches the historical context of the site location. Whether it’s a fresh and new urban space or an established community, Cassondra weaves in a carefully curated modern context that is forward-thinking and creates the perfect “place” for students to live, all the while being mindful of the client budget. Her affinity to the complexities of student housing work really shines as she sifts through the opinions of all parties involved, and remains flexible to the necessary approach to achieve a great design that the general contractors love to build.
UNIVERSITY OF ALABAMA
Union on Frank is an off-campus studenthousing project located near the University of Alabama in Tuscaloosa, Alabama. When planning the project, it was clear a connection to the campus would be key for students to engage in their local community. The project has views of Bryant-Denny Stadium, making it ideal for game-day celebrations and it is within walking distance of The Strip for local restaurants, shopping, and nightlife. The 1.85acre site includes a total of 238 units with 396 beds and a four-story parking garage.
LOCATION // Tuscaloosa, AL
AURORA AWARD RECIPIENT
GRAND AURORA AWARD RECIPIENT
UNION ON FRANK //
LEGACY 202 //
UNIVERSITY OF ILLINOIS URBANA-CHAMPAIGN
Legacy 202 Apartments is located at the heart of the University of Illinois. This modern, student living property features an open floor plan with flexible amenities- from communal gathering spaces, to private study rooms- there are multiple mix-use areas for the students to experience. Subtle details like the blue and natural stained oak “I” wall in the large study room pays tribute to the university, making this property truly unique. The contrast of warm wood tones and black finishes are balanced with the use of vibrant blue, burgundy and golden amber, providing the students a truly comfortable space to study, gather and live.
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
Located near the University of Central Florida, Nine at Central provides students with the latest amenities and the largest courtyard area in the neighborhood. Some outside amenities students will enjoy include gamedays on the jumbotron TV, outdoor barbecues and wet bar, relaxation spa and hammock garden, dog park, zero entry pool, intimate poolside cabanas, in-water tanning ledge, putting range and an outdoor gaming zone.
Inside, the layout of the building includes distributed study pods on every floor, private group study suites with TV’s, fully equipped arcade room, iMaC genius lounge with free printing, premier fitness center, yoga studio with Echelon smart mirrors, 24/7 coffee bar and an Amazon hub.
The Nine at Central has 201 units and 764 beds with a variety of floorplans to pick from.
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
NINE AT CENTRAL //
ACCOLADE AT CVW //
UNIVERSITY OF CENTRAL FLORIDA
From its inception, Accolade at Collegiate Village West was designed to anchor an exciting redevelopment of Collegiate Way. This existing retail street parallels University Boulevard directly across from The University of Central Florida and provides several food destinations and retail shops to the student community. Our client developed this western student housing community and is constructing the eastern sister project on the opposite end of this thoroughfare. The completed development provides an activity and living corridor for UCF students and has reinvigorated this highenergy zone just outside the campus.
LOCATION // Orlando, FL
Statehouse Varsity is located across the street from Doak Campbell Stadium, providing access and great visibility for the community as well as engagement with the FSU campus. The site is a mere ¾ of an acre and houses 48 units and 228 beds, most of which consist of large 4 bed 4 bath units and higher. While small in comparison to some of the other communities in the area, Statehouse Varsity is a gem and has the feel of a boutique apartment. Its elevated central pool deck provides both an oasis and a vantage point during bustling game days.
LOCATION // Tallahassee, FL
AURORA AWARD RECIPIENT
STATEHOUSE VARSITY //
UNION ON FLETCHER //
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH FLORIDA
Located just outside of the University of South Florida in Tampa, FL, this project sits on a rectangular 4.7-acre site/ block which allowed for one five-story apartment building that includes two courtyards, a clubhouse/ community center, a dog park and an attached pre-cast parking garage. The project both maximizes this site with rectilinear forms for efficient construction and gently balances the scale of its massing through the use of wellproportioned materials, finishes and colors. Its scale and density were designed to achieve a well-performing community, while the clean and crisp palette of the materials and colors, and the balanced distribution of spaces softens the building’s imposing size for an inviting living experience.
LOCATION
// Tampa, FL AURORA AWARD RECIPIENT
FLORIDA STATE UNIVERSITY
Statehouse Arena is located within a couple of blocks of the FSU campus, and provides 90 units/ 376 beds. The community consists of two separated and stepped apartment buildings, partially above a podium and wrapping a parking garage. With a limited footprint and small on-grade courtyard, the decision was made to place the pool deck above the parking garage. The distributed amenities between the ground level and rooftop afford not only views but help to energize the residents creating a variety of spaces for their use.
STATEHOUSE ARENA //
UNIVERSITY OF FLORIDA
The Nine at Gainesville is located close to the University of Florida’s campus near the intersection of Archer Road and 13th Street. This large, highdensity four-story apartment building is situated on a 3.67-acre site and features two interior courtyards. Amenities include a zero-entry pool, community jumbotron, fitness center, bowling alley, tanning beds, private study rooms, and more.
