3.16.10 | New York, NY | The Board of Directors of international design and architecture firm Perkins Eastman is pleased to announce that Principal Leslie G. Moldow has been elected to the American Institute Architects (AIA) College of Fellows.  Election to the College recognizes achievements of national significance in advancing the architectural profession.

“I feel honored to be elevated to the College of Fellows for my endeavors to improve design for seniors,” said Moldow “I am thankful to many who worked collaboratively with me. My submission is a snapshot of what will continue to be my life’s work.”

Fellowship status is awarded by a jury of peers to architects who have made significant contributions to architecture and to society. Out of 86,000 AIA members, there are fewer than 2,872 distinguished with the honor of fellowship and honorary fellowship.

Leslie G. Moldow FAIA, LEED AP joined Perkins Eastman in 2007 as a principal with more than 30 years of experience and is currently the Managing Principal of the firm’s Oakland, CA office. With a career focus on senior living and special needs housing communities, she is a skilled planner and architect and enjoys assisting clients to develop new and reposition existing communities. Prior to joining Perkins Eastman, Moldow directed the senior living practice at Mithun in Seattle. She speaks regularly at national conventions and is past chair of the AIA’s Design for Aging Knowledge Community. Moldow is an active researcher and writer, published in more than 25 publications. She received a Master of Architecture from the University of California. Moldow is a licensed architect registered in Massachusetts and Washington, and she is certified by the National Council for Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB). She is also a U.S. Green Building Council LEED Accredited Professional.

Bradford Perkins FAIA, Chairman and CEO of Perkins Eastman, said of Moldow’s honor, “We are all very proud of Leslie. We are also proud that the profession has also recognized so many members of our diverse leadership team. To date, 13 members of the firm have been elected to the College of Fellows. We believe that this is a testament to our commitment to excellence and leadership in each part of our firm.”

The 2010 Fellows will be honored at an investiture ceremony in Miami, FL on June 11 during the AIA National Convention.

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