12/3/2009

DSGW Architects announced the promotion of staff members Erik C. Wedge as Partner and Julie Spiering as Associate.

“DSGW continues to evolve as a regional architectural firm serving diverse clients. During these growth periods, opportunity for staff to demonstrate leadership skills within the firm and the community surfaces,” said John Gerzina, partner.

Erik C. Wedge, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP - With nearly 13 years of architectural experience, Erik takes the time to look at the clients long range goals & helps follow them through project design and construction. The diverse background and community involvement allows him to develop creative site-sensitive projects such as: Virginia Regional Medical Center Medical Arts Clinic, Roseau City Center, Saint Louis County Ely Joint Use Maintenance Facility, Fortune Bay Resort Hotel Expansion, Red Lake Seven Clans Casino and Mountain Iron Lake Country Power Service Center. Erik also served as the past President for the Northern Chapter of American Institute of Architects (AIA) and is currently the Planning & Zoning Administrator for the City of Gilbert, Founding Virginia Educational Fund Board Member, Executive Assistant for the Gethsemane Lutheran Church Parish Planning Council and serves on the Mesabi Range Community Technical College Carpentry Advisory Board. In 2006, he was awarded the AIA Minnesota Presidential Citation for serving as the Northern Minnesota President on the AIA Minnesota Board and for representing the Northern members well.

Julie Spiering, CID, LEED AP - Julie leads the interior design efforts at DSGW through an integrated approach. As a part of the design team, she works with architectural design concepts. Over the past 10 years, Julie has designed interiors for a variety of building types including healthcare, offices, entertainment and educational spaces. Julie works with the client and design team selecting fixtures, furniture and equipment that meet functional and aesthetic requirements. Most recent projects include: Peter Christensen Health Center, Roseau City Center, and Red Lake Seven Clans Casino, Hotel and Convention Center.

Established in 1938, DSGW is a Minnesota firm offering architecture, planning, and interior design services to communities of every size and character. Its 35-member team—with offices in Duluth, Virginia, Grand Rapids, and St.Paul—specializes in designing commercial, governmental, medical and cultural facilities. For more information, visit www.dsgw.com.

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