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Mar 29, 2016
1 min

Daytona Beach MOAS Expansion

Last fall the Museum of Arts and Sciences, Daytona Beach opened their new West Galleries wing. The architect, VOA Associates Inc., was kind to share these photos with you. The museum is pleased to announce the completion and opening of the new West Wing Gallery for the Museum of Arts & Sciences, Daytona Beach, Florida. This new wing replaces the original 1969 West Wing damaged by floods. The ribbon cutting ceremony tookplace on Friday, October 30th. The West Wing addition ho

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Apr 27, 2015
2 min

7th Annual Case Study Competition Winners

The 7th Annual NAIOP Case Study Competition is an intercollegiate competition between undergraduate student teams from the University of Central Florida. Each team was asked to evaluate a prime site in Central Florida and devise a development plan based on the current market environment. This competition is always an excellent opportunity for the students to gain real world experience as it relates to the development process, as well as fostering relationships with industry

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Apr 17, 2015
1 min

Latest In Office Interior Trends

The Orlando Business Journal columnist Susan Lundine polled local interior designers to get their take on the latest in office interior trends. The cubical is being replaced by ‘benching,’ long two sided counters and tables that lap top users can land on, and work in collaboration as a groups. Below is a photo of the Pilot Offices by Workscapes to illustrate the idea. The lineup of designers, with a link to their websites, includes: Craig Caswell, president, Common Sense Offi

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Apr 15, 2015
1 min

Robins & Morton Office Showcase Their Construction Talent

Robins and Morton was VOA Associate’s client as well as the contractor for the 9,000 SF interior build-out, creating a unique relationship from the onset of the project. The design features an impressive circular pathway that encloses the main conference room as its focal point. The circular path illustrates the client’s journey beginning with the vibrant open collaborative workspaces and offices, and ends with a dramatic exposed brick “legacy” wall that illustrates Robins &

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Oct 25, 2014
1 min

Baldwin Park Architect’s Open House

Curious about design? Interested in learning how various architects and firms approach the design process? Well here is your opportunity! Member firms are opening their doors to the public for an evening of architectural exploration. Meet and talk with architects, tour their offices and work spaces, see models of current work and past projects on display. WHEN: Tuesday, October 28, 2014 (6:30 PM – 8:00 PM) WHERE: 3 Baldwin Park Firms to visit- Cuhaci & Peterson: 1925 Prospec

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Jul 2, 2014
1 min

First GREEN Bank Opens in Winter Park

VOA Associates, Inc. recently completed architecture, interior, and sustainable design for the Winter Park branch of First GREEN Bank. The Orlando office provided design services for bank owner to meet his goals. This is one of many boutique-type branches steadily growing across Central Florida. The new 6,360 square foot NetZero building, located on North Orlando Avenue, encourages green efforts through financial principles that reward sustainable practices. This project pre

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Jun 25, 2014
1 min

VOA Ranked #1 Best Place to Work

This is the 3rd year that VOA Associates Inc. has been ranked in the Orlando Business Journal Best Places to Work, medium category (51-100 employees), ranked in order of performance scores, according to employee engagement satisfaction. But it is the first year they placed #1 in the category. Here is a link to the article in the Orlando Business Journal: http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/feature/best-places-to-work/2014/best-places-to-work-voa-associates-inc.html Here is a l

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Jun 20, 2014
2 min

The Magic Kingdom of Shopping

Drawing inspiration from Florida’s waterfront towns and natural beauty, the re-imagining of Downtown Disney as Disney Springs will include five outdoor neighborhoods interconnected by a flowing spring and vibrant lakefront. In addition to a new gateway with a signature water tower and grand entry, the destination will be reoriented around a new focal point: The Springs, a unique place at the heart of the property for guests to explore their options to shop, dine and be entert

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Apr 28, 2014
2 min

Premium Outlet Center Wins NAIOP Case Competition

The 6th Annual NAIOP Case Study Competition was an intercollegiate competition between undergraduate student teams from the University of Central Florida (UCF). Each team was asked to evaluate a prime site in Central Florida and devise a development plan based on the current market environment. On Monday, April 14, the judges made a unanimous decision for the premium outlet mall solution with a tower of restaurants and nightclubs, developed by the student team calling themsel

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Apr 16, 2014
2 min

9 Designers Shaping Central Florida

As part of the Orlando Business Journal’s focus on interior design last week, they asked local firms to name some of their most promising designers: The up-and-comers who will shape the next stage of the region as well as some veterans who still are innovating, shared some of their insights and comments: L2 Studios’ Margaret Brock: “A room needs to make an impact from a three-dimensional perspective. Scale and proportion are paramount.” Design Studio 15’s Yari Cruz: “It is cr

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Jan 18, 2014
1 min

Downtown Disney expanding to become Disney Springs

Downtown Disney is undergoing a multi-year transformation, representing the largest expansion in its history. The renamed Disney Springs will double the number of shopping, dining and entertainment experiences, and feature an eclectic and contemporary mix from Disney and other noteworthy brands. This will be the first time that the shopping and entertainment complex will feature a single theme and storyline. The theme celebrates Florida’s unique waterfront communities that h

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Nov 30, 2013
1 min

Legoland Florida unveils plans for New Hotel

Legoland Florida is taking the next step in making itself a multi-day destination with plans for a new four-story hotel property. The hotel is reportedly set to open in 2015 with 152 rooms. The typical size of Legoland hotels is about 200 rooms. follow the updating article by Richard Bilbao of the Orlando Business Journal: http://www.bizjournals.com/orlando/blog/2013/11/legoland-florida-unveils-plans-for-new.html #children #themepark #hotel #amusement #new #WinterHaven #lego

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Jul 2, 2013
1 min

Restful Respite on Daytona Beach

The Daytona Seabreeze Resort, which was built in 1979, is located right on Daytona Beach. The boutique vacation ownership property owned by Bluegreen Corporation was due for a makeover. The scope of services for the project included complete interior makeovers for all 78 one-and-two-bedroom guestrooms to reflect an “organic, relaxing, soothing retreat,” describes VOA Managing Principal, Jonathan F. Douglas, AIA. “The design captures the relaxed elegance of an oceanfront resor

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Jun 11, 2013
1 min

VOA Orlando named 2013 Best Place to Work

VOA Orlando certainly ended last week on a high note. They were named a Best Place to Work in 2013 by the Orlando Business Journal! This is the second consecutive year that they have been honored with this achievement. We want to congratulate this company and all the employees for maintaining such a high quality work environment! OBJ asked VOA some fun and interesting questions about their company and why they consider it a great place to work. Here are a few favorites: – No.

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