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Caron Design Discussion Group

At Caron, we value an inclusive discussion about the themes and direction of contemporary architecture. To better explore the ideas currently shaping our field, we will be starting a regular monthly discussion group in which our staff team members will be encouraged to propose and critically examine topics that are of significance to our built environment.

Most recently, Caron has with partnered with Architects Without Borders Seattle (AWB) to masterplan and design the Academy of Excellence for Girls in Esquias, Honduras for Educate2Envision International (E2E).  E2E’s mission is to provide access to secondary education for girls from rural regions of Honduras by funding the cost of education in return for the student’s participation in community development and entrepreneurial activities.

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Design for Academy of Excellence Nears Construction

Caron is teaming with Architects Without Borders Seattle (AWB) to design the Academy of Excellence for Girls in Esquías, Honduras, in partnership with Educate2Envision (E2E). Our diverse team of architects has been working on completing the project, and we’re excited to announce that we have finalized the design and construction is scheduled to begin next year.

Most recently, Caron has with partnered with Architects Without Borders Seattle (AWB) to masterplan and design the Academy of Excellence for Girls in Esquias, Honduras for Educate2Envision International (E2E).  E2E’s mission is to provide access to secondary education for girls from rural regions of Honduras by funding the cost of education in return for the student’s participation in community development and entrepreneurial activities.

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Caron Field Trip: Architecture of Vancouver, BC

Last month we had the opportunity to visit several exciting built and newer projects under construction in our cosmopolitan neighbor to the north, Vancouver, BC. We looked at both residential and civic designs that address the current challenges of the city's housing needs, while embracing the range of opportunities to increase density within Vancouver's distinctive neighborhoods and create a strong sense of community for its diverse population.

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Staff Spotlight: Jin Kang

Jin Kang is a Senior Designer at Caron. Jin has over 12 years of experience in design leadership on large corporate projects both in the United States and in China. He has a broad knowledge of aesthetics and materials as well as an eye for details that are unique but practical. His previous works include corporate campus design, LEED certified public facilities, concept design for retail/office towers in Bellevue, Washington and Fuzhou, China.

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