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James R. Williams

AIA, LEED® AP, NCARB

President

Jim has been practicing architecture for over 45 years, in Illinois, the Caribbean and Florida. He has an extensive background in the commercial, hospitality & residential fields. Some of Jim's accomplishments includes the design and management of island resort properties, equestrian facilities, corporate, government and Class A office buildings, luxury condominium developments, corporate headquarters, educational facilities, senior assisted living and extended care communities.

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Jim is certified by the United States Green Building Council (USGBC) as a LEED® Accredited Professional. This accreditation verifies his knowledge of green building design, practices, strategies and thorough understanding of the LEED® Green Building Rating System, Resources, and Processes set by the USGBC.

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Mr. Williams has served as a board member at the Business Development Board of Palm Beach County, Discover the Palm Beaches, and is currently serving as the chairman of the zoning and commission of Palm Beach County.

Project Experience:

  • Palmetto Bay City Hall – Palmetto Bay, FL Certified LEED® Platinum

  • Palm Beach International Equestrian Center – Wellington, FL

  • Tryon Equestrian Center – Tryon, NC

  • Global Dressage Center – 120 Resort Hotel, 70,000 sf retail center, Covered Show Arena, Stables and Open-air Show Rings – Wellington, FL

  • The Lake Club – 16,000 sf Clubhouse/Spa – Bradenton, FL

  • Wanderers Club – Wellington, FL

  • United States Citizenship and Immigration Services District and Field Offices (5 locations) – Royal Palm Beach, Oakland Park, Kendall, Hialeah and Miami, FL - Development of five new buildings, 38,000 – 53,000 sf each, registered LEED® Silver Certified

  • LA Fitness (9 locations) – Altamonte Springs, Boca Raton, Bonita Springs, Cape Coral, West Kendall, Mary Brickell Village (Miami), Hialeah and Miami, FL  - Full service fitness facility projects range in scope from tenant improvement, to major renovation, to new construction; Ranging from 26,000 to 52,000 sf. Amenities: Spas, saunas, pools, workout and aerobics rooms, basketball and racquetball courts, locker rooms, child care centers, and juice bars

  • Children’s Services Council – Council Offices, Classrooms, Meeting Rooms, 31,000 sf – Lauderhill, FL

  • Village of Delray SW Neighborhood Revitalization – 1,000 units, 60 acres – Delray Beach, FL

  • Congress Hotel – 225 rooms, full-services Hotel with 4-level parking deck – Delray Beach, FL

  • International Polo Club – Overall site study and renovation – Wellington, FL

  • Club Med Columbus Isle Resort – 80 acre/300-room Island Resort/Dive Center – San Salvadore, Bahamas

  • Radisson Cable Beach - $15 Million renovation, 700-Room Hotel, Lagoon pools, 3 Restaurants – Nassau, Bahamas

  • The Lake Club – 16,000 sf Clubhouse/Spa – Bradenton, FL

  • Wanderers Club – Wellington, FL

  • The Plaza of The Palm Beaches Renovation

  • Naples Preserve Townhouse Development

  • Suntree Country Club- New Clubhouse and Cart Barn

  • Hammock House Event Center, Hammock Beach Golf Resort & Spa

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