ABOUT US
Suncoast Architects Studio is a full service architectural firm taking your project from a napkin sketch to reality.
We are the only registered/licensed full service architectural practice in Hernando County dedicated to providing a full service architectural experience.
We are not Tampa or Orlando architects with PO boxes in Hernando County or engineering companies with a side business of architecture.
We live and work right here....
Suncoast Architects Studio is a full service architectural firm taking your project from a napkin sketch to reality.
We are the only registered/licensed full service architectural practice in Hernando County dedicated to providing a full service architectural experience.
We are not Tampa or Orlando architects with PO boxes in Hernando County or engineering companies with a side business of architecture.
We live and work right here....
Alia is a registered architect and LEED certified. LEED - Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design is one of the most popular green building certification programs used worldwide. Alia holds a Masters in Architecture degree from the prestigious Bartlett School of Architecture, University College London (UCL), United Kingdom. She has not only served in the Board of Directors of the AIA (American Institute of Architects), but is also a proud Chartered Member of the RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects).
Currently she serves as the Vice Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission in Hernando County. She serves her clients with a background of extensive experience both geographically and professionally. Her research | design | construction experience in London | Paris | New York | Florida shows in her work. Her articles have been published in Asia and Europe!
Alia has served as Owner's representative of the Hillsborough County School Board and continues to provide professional services in the areas of educational, healthcare, commercial and residential projects.
Our firm provides quality architectural and design/build services from custom homes to interior build outs.
Currently she serves as the Vice Chair of the Planning and Zoning Commission in Hernando County. She serves her clients with a background of extensive experience both geographically and professionally. Her research | design | construction experience in London | Paris | New York | Florida shows in her work. Her articles have been published in Asia and Europe!
Alia has served as Owner's representative of the Hillsborough County School Board and continues to provide professional services in the areas of educational, healthcare, commercial and residential projects.
Our firm provides quality architectural and design/build services from custom homes to interior build outs.
Robert “Lynn” Austin
A Design and Drafting professional with more than 20 years of experience working on residential, commercial and public projects. Combines innovation and creativity with expertise in developing functional designs according to specific customer requirements. Works effectively on own initiative and as part of a cross-functional team to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high quality standard. AutoCAD Operator & Designer, Dual Associate of Science Degree, Networking Systems Technology; Programming and Analysis, Santa Fe College, Gainesville, FL. Bachelor of Design Degree, Architecture, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 1988
Information provided as of 2017
A Design and Drafting professional with more than 20 years of experience working on residential, commercial and public projects. Combines innovation and creativity with expertise in developing functional designs according to specific customer requirements. Works effectively on own initiative and as part of a cross-functional team to ensure projects are completed on time and to a high quality standard. AutoCAD Operator & Designer, Dual Associate of Science Degree, Networking Systems Technology; Programming and Analysis, Santa Fe College, Gainesville, FL. Bachelor of Design Degree, Architecture, University of Florida, Gainesville, FL, 1988
Information provided as of 2017
Craig Lyman, Project Manager
With years of experience in all phases of construction, seeks position as project architect, project manager, job captain, architects field representative, or construction administrator
SUMMARY OF Qualifications
Core Competencies
Selected Achievements
Outstanding Design Award 2nd Year BAC student;
Set Design Awards, Mame, Young Frankenstein, Alice in Wonderland
Nominated Best Set, New England Theater Conference
Nominated by United Church of Christ for National Award for the design of the United Church of Angel Fire
Nominated by United Church Western Conference for United Church of Angel Fire
Education
LEED AP Certification Course: EVERBLUE ENERGY
Cad1 AutoCAD training 2006 & 2008 version Denver, CO
BA Architecture: BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE Boston, MA
Architectural Rendering Studies: NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF ART Boston, MA
Summer Study Program: PAOLO SOLARI Cortez Junction, AZ
Studies in Sociology: BOSTON UNIVERSITY Boston, MA
Member International Building Council
Past member of NCARB, AIA, and PCI
OSHA 10 Certified
Professional Experience
PROJECT Manager: Lycott Environmental Spencer, MA 2008-2018
Project manager and equipment operator on lake, pond and river restoration projects throughout New
England and New York.
Managed and directed daily operations of construction site crew during harvesting and extraction of invasive weeds and silt.
PROJECT ARCHITECT: Brennan Architects Charlotte, NC 2007-2008
More Projects upon request.
Craig Lyman, Project Manager
With years of experience in all phases of construction, seeks position as project architect, project manager, job captain, architects field representative, or construction administrator
SUMMARY OF Qualifications
- Past Member NCARB, and AIA
- Retired Architect with over 50 years of experience in compiling exacting contract drawings and documents
- Retired Construction Supervisor, State of Massachusetts 1975 thru 2005, State of New Mexico License GB-98 Commercial Contractor, 2005 thru 2010.
- Past ARCHITECTS License held in Massachusetts, Maine, Connecticut, New Mexico, Colorado and Arizona
- Has directed the work of a group of architectural designers or project architects
- Extensive knowledge of Architecture, architectural practice, building types and construction practices for public and private buildings, and groups of buildings
- Proven leadership skills and ethical responsibility
- Able to handle multiple projects and meet deadlines under pressure
- Recognized with professionalism, positive attitude, and a commitment to excellence
- Clear understanding of construction costs and value engineering, good working relationship with contractors and subs
Core Competencies
- Resourceful and well-organized: skilled in activity planning, task management and project follow through
- Keen sense of responsibility: solid professional standards, excellent track record of dependability
- Creative problem solver: responds rapidly and appropriately to changing circumstances. Evaluates and identifies problems/needs to make astute decisions to effect positive change, and refocus on new priorities
- 30 Years + Design Build Experience in residential, commercial and institutional.
Selected Achievements
Outstanding Design Award 2nd Year BAC student;
Set Design Awards, Mame, Young Frankenstein, Alice in Wonderland
Nominated Best Set, New England Theater Conference
Nominated by United Church of Christ for National Award for the design of the United Church of Angel Fire
Nominated by United Church Western Conference for United Church of Angel Fire
Education
LEED AP Certification Course: EVERBLUE ENERGY
Cad1 AutoCAD training 2006 & 2008 version Denver, CO
BA Architecture: BOSTON ARCHITECTURAL COLLEGE Boston, MA
Architectural Rendering Studies: NEW ENGLAND SCHOOL OF ART Boston, MA
Summer Study Program: PAOLO SOLARI Cortez Junction, AZ
Studies in Sociology: BOSTON UNIVERSITY Boston, MA
Member International Building Council
Past member of NCARB, AIA, and PCI
OSHA 10 Certified
Professional Experience
PROJECT Manager: Lycott Environmental Spencer, MA 2008-2018
Project manager and equipment operator on lake, pond and river restoration projects throughout New
England and New York.
Managed and directed daily operations of construction site crew during harvesting and extraction of invasive weeds and silt.
PROJECT ARCHITECT: Brennan Architects Charlotte, NC 2007-2008
- Managed and directed daily operations of design and construction drawings, product selection and detail composition for County Sheriffs office and 100 inmate jail.
- Prepared and organized contract documents for building contractors
- Proficiently trained IDP interns in advanced AutoCAD usage and detail composition
- Prepared information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
- Integrated engineering element into unified design
- Oversaw daily operations in all aspects of an architectural practice including client contact, contract proposals, AIA contract negotiations, client administration, programming, design and contract documentation, plus on-site coordination and contract administration.
- Prepared contract documents for building contractorS
Prepared scale drawings as well as operating and maintenance manuals, studies, and reports - Wrote, designed and produced all contracts, and contract documents
- Represented client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts
- Instrumental in opening new client base, and client relations
- Administered construction contracts
- Conducted periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans
- Trained IDP students, secretaries, consultants and financial cOnsultants in the practice of architecture and the managing thereof
- Prepared information regarding design, structure specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
- Supervised and managed a full-service architectural firm specializing in a variety of construction types
- Directed and supervised between 4 and 10 employees, scheduled work hours, resolved conflicts, determined salaries
- Coordinated activities of workers engaged in preparing drawings and specification documents
- Structured and maintained all staffing, financing, billing, contracts and client projects
- Spearheaded design and client acquisition efforts
- Structured and maintained all financial and legal ramifications of an architectural office
- Executed daily operations of all aspects of an architectural practice including client contact, contract proposals, AIA contract negotiations, client administration, programming, design and contract documentation, plus on-site coordination and contract administration
- Developed contract documents for building contractors
- Prepared operating and maintenance manuals, studies, and reports
- Wrote, designed and produced all contracts, and contract documents
- Represented client in obtaining bids and awarding construction contracts
- Instrumental in opening new client base, and client relations
- Administered construction contracts
- Trained and managed between 4 and 10 draftsman, consultants and contractors and achieved significant improvements in their productivity
- Conducted periodic on-site observation of work during construction to monitor compliance with plans
- Prepared information regarding design, structure, specifications, materials, color, equipment, estimated costs, and construction time
- Directed and supervised a full-service architectural firm specializing in a variety of construction types
- Successfully handled multiple clients and multiple projects of varying types
- Structured and maintained all staffing, financing, billing, contracts and client projects
More Projects upon request.