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Chuck CHARLES LEVIN
Registered Architect

Chuck is responsible for overseeing design and technical quality of projects, client communication, cost estimating and presentations.

Chuck holds two degrees from the University of Minnesota: Bachelor of Architecture (1978) and Bachelor of Environmental Design (1978). He is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and is a former co-chair of the Minnesota AIA Small Firms Committee. Chuck is registered in Minnesota, Wisconsin, and Colorado. He is also certified with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) and is therefore eligible for reciprocal registration in other states. Chuck formerly taught in the architecture department of the University of Minnesota College of Design (CDes). He currently volunteers with the CDes Mentor Program and is a former member of the CDes Professional Advisory Committee. He is a member of the Seward Civic and Commerce Association, a former member of the Community Development Committee of the Seward Neighborhood Group, and is currently President of the Milwaukee Avenue Homeowner’s Association. Chuck was also a member of DAG360, the citizens Design Advisory Group appointed by Hennepin County to provide feedback on making the new Minnesota Twins Ballpark approachable, accessible and inviting from all sides.


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LYNN BROFMAN
Office Administrator

Lynn is responsible for office administration, coordinating project timelines and expediting communication among project participants.

She has a long held interest in design, metalsmithing and architecture. She is a docent at the Minneapolis Institite of arts and her jewelry design website is jlbdesign.net. Lynn holds a Bachelor and Master of Science degree from the University of Colorado.


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JENNIFER UKURA
Intern

Jennifer, who joined the office in August 2012, is responsible for graphic presentation, construction documentation, product and precedent research, furniture coordination, and file management and coordination.

Jennifer graduated in May of 2012 from Iowa State University, where she received a Master of Architecture degree. She previously attended the University of Minnesota where she received a Bachelors of Science in Architecture in May of 2010. In her free time Jennifer enjoys spending time at her family’s cabin in Wisconsin, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity, working with the Minnesota YMCA Youth in Government program, and spending time with family and friends.


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CHRISTINA STARK
Intern

Christina, who joined the office in January 2014, is responsible for product and precedent research, technical drawing assistance, graphic design, and client communications.

Christina is currently pursuing a Master of Architecture from the University of Minnesota. She previously attended the University of Texas where she received a Bachelors of Science in Architecture in May of 2011.



PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS


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PERRY BOLIN
Perry Bolin Architecture LLC

Perry and Chuck have maintained an on-going collaboration since 2010.

Perry has over 40 years experience with buildings of all types and sizes. Notable in his porfolio are the Mall of America (architect-of-record), the St. Paul Skyway System (project manager), ...Perry also has experience as a construction project manager and property developer. With a wonderful singing voice (and steel-guitar talent), don't be suprised if Perry breaks into song for no apparent reason.


Alicia

ALICIA BELTON
Urban Design Perspectives

Alicia and Chuck have maintained an on-going collaboration since 2002.

With Masters degrees in both Architecture and Business Administration, Alicia has over 23 years experience. Most notable among projects accomplished by UDP and CLA is the University of Minnesota Urban Research and Outreach Engagement Center (UROC) in North Minneapolis.


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DONALD ROWE
Rowe's Work Architects

Donald has provided Design and Project Management services to CLA on a provisional project architect basis since 1985.

In addition to his Bachelor's degree in Architecture and Master of Arts degree, Don's talents and interests extend to swing dancing and gourmet cooking.


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JERRY DEZELAR
Gerald G. DeZelar & Associates

Jerry writes our specifications and provides architectural forensic services on a project basis as long as we don't interfere with his annual ski trip.



OTHER CONSULTANTS

Ongoing relationships are maintained with engineering and design consultants including civil, structural, mechanical, electrical, lighting, acoustics, interiors, landscape, and cost estimating.




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