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See our product as it stands

June 10th, 2015 by admin

Reprinted from Albuquerque Business First, “See our product as it stands” by Mike English Chris Bard turned a flair for carpentry into a career in architecture 40 years ago, and in the ensuing decades he and fellow FBT managing partners Arthur Tatum and Bill Fanning have guided FBT Architects to become one of the top firms […]

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NM Appleseed Parade of Playhouses – It’s a Jungle Out There

May 28th, 2015 by admin

For the second year - of what I’m sure will be many – FBT participated in New Mexico Appleseed Parade of Playhouses benefitting disadvantaged children in New Mexico. This is a great organization for FBT to be involved in as it allows us to play with our craft while giving back to the community. It’s […]

Top Work Places 2015

FBT Architects Builds Strong Relationships

May 18th, 2015 by mc

Reprinted from Albuquerque Journal, “Top Workplaces 2015” by Richard Metcalf FBT Architects’ imprint on the cityscape of Albuquerque and beyond is a testament to more than 40 years of successful collaboration with clients to build environments where people learn and work. Education and commercial buildings have been the design firm’s bread and butter since it […]

A More Complete Community

March 16th, 2015 by admin

by Amy Bell, PLA, ASLA FBT Architects Landscape Architect New Mexico American Society of Landscape Architects’ (NMASLA) first Complete Streets Advocacy Day in Santa Fe was a complete success, in spite of snow, rain and sleet. Attendees walked, biked, and rode the train to meet with key public representatives at the Roundhouse to discuss concerns and suggestions for future […]

Walk, Bike and Ride on Complete Streets Day

February 2nd, 2015 by admin

by Amy Bell, PLA, ASLA FBT Architects Landscape Architect Amy is Past President of the New Mexico Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (NMASLA) and is leading the planning effort for Complete Streets Advocacy Day on Feb 11. The New Mexico American […]

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FBT Moving Farmington High Into the Future

November 4th, 2014 by mc

Farmington High School is getting a state-of-the-art makeover with the help of FBT Architects. The concept behind Farmington High’s design is to create a modern space conducive to learning and collaboration. The plan utilizes 60,000 square feet of existing structures, while adding another 208,000 sf of brand new construction. The heart of the new school […]

Thinking Outside (and Inside) the Box for Charity

June 6th, 2014 by admin

FBT strives to improve the lives of others through its design, and was proud to donate its time and talents to NM Appleseed, a charity focused on improving the lives of the poor and undeserved through systematic change. This foundation’s dedication and solution-driven mission to end cycles of poverty in our state led FBT to […]

UNM Castetter receives LEED Silver!

May 8th, 2014 by admin

UNM Castetter received its LEED Silver Certification today! This project included state-of-the-art mechanical and lighting control systems, creative water harvesting techniques, and a 2,800 sf research greenhouse on the roof of an adjacent building.

AGC-NM Awards 2014

February 28th, 2014 by admin

Associated General Contractors of New Mexico just announced their Best Building awards. Twelve winners including two FBT design schools: Tibbetts Middle School in Farmington and WD Gattis Middle School in Clovis. Check it out!

Daniel Libeskind Lecture

November 2nd, 2013 by admin

Thursday, November 7th FBT is sponsoring a lecture and reception for Daniel Libeskind November 7 hosted by UNM’s Alumni Board for the School of Architecture.

NAIOP Golf Tournament

September 20th, 2013 by admin

FBT golf teams had a great day at the NAIOP Golf Tournament Wednesday. The best part is the Tournament raised $5,000 to benefit the STEM Educational Outreach Programs. Great day all around!

Alcalde Elementary Ribbon Cutting Ceremony

August 7th, 2013 by admin

The ribbon cutting ceremony for the new FBT designed Alcalde Elementary School in Espanola took place today. It was a pleasure seeing the formerly portable campus transform into this stunner. Everybody was ecstatic! View On Facebook

A Compact Look at Rural School Design

August 6th, 2013 by admin

Anton Chico’s new 22,270 sf elementary and middle school serves the small community of Anton Chico and surrounding areas in New Mexico’s rural Guadalupe county. The new compact school replaces an out of date 80+ year old facility that was too large for it’s current population. With a student population of 110 students, the school’s […]

There’s No Place Like Home

July 29th, 2013 by admin

FBT has settled into its new corporate office in Albuquerque’s Uptown neighborhood. Open, simple yet highly functional stations partner nicely with the branded wall color and fabric/floor-tile textures within the central core. All of the materials used in the space — floors, walls, lighting, acoustics, furniture — are materials the firm regularly uses for client […]

FBT Architects Moves Offices

June 14th, 2013 by admin

FBT Architects are completing a move to a new space today about three blocks from its home since 1991. The firm, previously located at 6100 Indian School Road, will now be housed in the One Park Square building in Uptown in 9,000 square feet. Article

Art Tatum Talks How to Get Clients to Move Outside Their Comfort Zones

June 7th, 2013 by admin

“It’s all about communication and I can’t emphasize that enough…” Article

National Hispanic Cultural Center Donation

May 24th, 2013 by admin

Thank you to our friends at the National Hispanic Cultural Center for helping us clear out our architectural material samples in preparation of the move to our new space (oops, secret’s out)! These donated materials will be used for a variety of community art projects at the NHCC. We are happy to contribute to art […]

It’s official! APS Truman Middle School is Certified LEED Gold

January 14th, 2013 by admin

Truman Middle School was awarded LEED Gold certification today. The project reported a 34.75% increase in energy efficiency, recycled over 90% of its construction waste, used recycled content materials for over 30% of materials procured, and was constructed with more than 25% materials from local sources. Exemplary performance includes enhanced acoustical performance for outdoor play […]

AGC-NM Awards 2013

January 1st, 2013 by admin

AGC-New Mexico awarded FBT Architects two honors at the 2013 Best Building Awards – the 2013 Outstanding Architect and the Best Building Award for Atrisco Heritage Academy for Buildings $10 million – $20 million.

Atrisco Heritage Academy

FBT’s Atrisco Heritage Academy featured on ArchDaily

August 25th, 2011 by admin

Atrisco Heritage Academy was featured today in an article published by ArchDaily. Click here to read it!

Lovelace adds natural birth center to Women’s Hospital

August 12th, 2010 by admin

Lovelace Women’s Hospital is adding a 16,000 sf natural-birthing center to the 98-bed hospital that delivers 3,600 infants a year. The project was designed by FBT Architects. Article

FBT Architects Awarded for School Design

October 1st, 2007 by admin

FBT Architects has won Southwest Contractor magazine’s New Mexico Best of 2007 K-12 Education Project for the Ventana Ranch Elementary School. FBT Architects designed the 70,790 sf school, at 6801 Ventana Village Road NW, for Albuquerque Public Schools The $10.6 million project was started in September 2006. Phase I opened December 2006. The second and […]