Breaking Ground and Breaking News.

Renn Halstead, Architect, is promoted to Principal after 11 meaningful years at FBT Architects. During this time, Renn has focused on personal growth, relationship-building and community involvement. He has led countless highly technical projects ranging from small renovations to large-scale new construction. His portfolio includes a diversity of project types, including commercial, residential, laboratory and […]

Kelly Jernigan, Director of Colorado Springs Office, has been named Principal. Kelly has spent the last nine years at FBT focused on project management and strategic firm growth. After spending four years of her career gaining valuable insights working on the Owner’s side, Kelly transitioned to her role as Architect/Associate at FBT. Here, she has […]

Daniel Chamberlain, Director of FBT’s Dallas Office, is promoted to Principal with over 17 years at the firm. Daniel now leads the Texas region from our Dallas office after directing our previous office in Lubbock for over 10 years and continues to enhance the architectural landscape throughout the region. He is deeply engrained in the […]

Director of Marketing and Business Development Michele Carteris promoted to Principal. Over the past 12 years, Michele has steered the marketing direction at FBT Architects with a highly energetic and creative approach, driving the firm’s success with both public and private sector clients. Her eye for design and detail paired with her strategic, future-focused approach […]

Antonio Vigil is promoted to Associate. Antonio has spent the last five years as a lead Architect and Project Manager on a variety of project types including K-12 education, civic/municipal and commercial. Antonio is the ultimate team player, bringing joy, dedication, and a keen eye for design to every project. His attention to detail and […]

Architect Drew Fisher has been named Associate. Over the last six years with FBT, Drew has excelled as an Architect on complex projects ranging from civic/municipal to K-12 education to healthcare. His deep understanding of technical requirements and keen ability to seamlessly coordinate diverse teams make him a valuable asset on every project. His real […]

Marissa Hébert, Architect, is promoted to Associate after five years with FBT Architects. As a Medical Planner, Architect and Project Manager, Marissa has been integral to every project team she has been part of — leading communication between consultants and the design team, engaging stakeholders through user workshops, preparing presentations and ensuring her projects meet […]

Albuquerque The Magazine Architects Profile Feature In 1973, a small group of hungry architects came together with a vision to put pencil to draft paper and transform the burgeoning city of Albuquerque—one innovative design idea at a time. They never could have imagined 50 years later, their scrappy little architecture firm (yes, it was FBT […]

The Cibola Loop Multi-Generational Center in northwest Albuquerque, designed by FBT Architects, broke ground on May 21, 2024. This 55,000 sf wellness center will feature fitness amenities including a climbing gym, an elevated indoor running track, a gymnasium and multi-use classrooms. Outdoor amenities will include athletic fields, trails and an amphitheater. Designed to meet the […]

The last couple of weeks have been filled with elation, gratitude and excitement as FBT Architects celebrate three groundbreaking ceremonies for projects across the region. These projects, spanning multiple offices and studios, include a wellness center for Taos Pueblo, a middle school for Atlas Prep in Colorado Springs, Colorado, and a meeting house for The Twelfth […]

The long-awaited Valencia County Hospital has finally been awarded! The FBT Architects and Bradbury Stamm design-build partnership was selected to move forward on this project that has been nearly two decades in the making. This 40,000 sf, 15-bed hospital will enhance patient care services in the community, with anticipated completion in spring of 2026. We […]

The Sunport terminal renovation is coming along! The new TSA Checkpoint unveiled December 16, 2023, marked the first major milestone of the Support Concessions, Checkpoint and TSA Renovations. This renovation emphasizes the passenger journey with updates to key spaces to enhance the traveler experience and optimize tenant and TSA operations. The design embraces the Sunport’s […]