Jim takes the kids’ interview questions in stride and warmly explains the construction process, starting with the trucks coming from across town. Their spinning drums mix materials to create concrete that will support the new school. A personal connection and clear understanding of the process go a long way towards making the often long and […]

We’re excited to announce that two of FBT’s projects won Eagle Awards of Excellence from NAIOP this year: CNM Smith Brasher Hall for an education renovation and Farmington High School in the education category. NAIOP NM, New Mexico’s Commercial Real Estate Development Association, honors buildings that stand out based on their market appeal and design, […]

FBT Architects continues its legacy and vision for success with strategic advancement of two key leaders in the firm. FBT is pleased to announce the promotion of Brenda Pinion and Michele Carter to executive management positions as Associates in the firm. Both Brenda and Michele will contribute in the firm’s growth and expansion across the […]

Growing out of FBT Architect’s commitment to multi-disciplined strategic planning, Groundwork Studio is taking on a life of its own in landscape architecture, urban design and planning. Pop-up playgrounds and trees adorned with oversized info tags, idea pallets and interactive string sculptures—it may all sound like child’s play but, in truth, these are just a […]

FBT Architects, an innovative, design-oriented firm has immediate positions for Architects and Intern Architects. We are seeking creative and talented individuals willing to work in a collaborative high-energy studio environment. Candidates should preferably have a minimum of 3 years of experience in an architectural practice. Revit proficiency is required. We offer a competitive salary commensurate […]

FBT Architects is pleased to announce Sanjay Engineer’s promotion to Vice President, supporting the firm’s continued growth and innovation across the southwest. A 26-year industry veteran, his expanded role comes on the heels of continued firm success in communities across the Southwest including Farmington and the Four-Corners area, the Jicarilla Apache Nation, Colorado and Texas. […]

By Steve Sinovic / Journal Staff Writer Reprinted from the Albuquerque Journal’s “Opening for Business” ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — The new home for the Anderson School of Management on the University of New Mexico campus is nearly complete. Faculty and staff members are expected to move into the business school’s McKinnon Center for Management over the […]

by Ellen Marks, Journal Assistant Business Editor Reprinted from the Albuquerque Journal’s “Bank of the West Center gets initial OK“ ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. — A nearly block-long development in the Downtown area that will include seven stories of retail space, offices and apartments has won initial approval for $30 million in metropolitan redevelopment bonds. The Albuquerque […]

ACE Leadership High School and the New Mexico Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects held their third annual Pop Up Playground (PUP) on Saturday, November 11, 2017. The PUP attracted over 200 kids of all ages including many returning participants from last year’s event. Groundwork Studio’s (GWS) Amy Bell brought New Mexico its […]

FBT Architects/Groundwork Studio has hired Will Moses as a principal landscape architect. Over the past decade he has worked on projects ranging from healthcare facilities, streetscapes and city parks to historic research, sports facilities and master planning. At Groundwork Studio, he hopes to further explore green infrastructure and resiliency in landscapes. Also published on Albuquerque […]

Republished from “Atmosphere isn’t sacrificed for security at new Farmington High School” by Mike Easterling FARMINGTON — When it came time to design a new main building at Farmington High School, Jeremy Trumble of the Albuquerque-based design firm FBT Architects knew there was one priority that towered above the rest — security. As the number […]

On Friday May 5th, 2017, FBT attended the groundbreaking ceremony for the Jicarilla-Apache Community Center in Dulce, NM with Progressive Construction Management and Flintco. The Community Center, a planned 100,000 sf replacement facility for the Jicarilla Apache Nation, focuses on creating healthy spaces – inside and out. Centrally located in the heart of Dulce, the […]