Seibert Architects in florida / caribbean Architect Fall 2009

Seibert Architects is featured in the florida / caribbean Architect magazine Fall 2009 issue for the Cohen House's Excellence in Architecture-Renovations & Additions Merit Award. The jury that awarded Seibert Architects this award said " Florida's famous mid-century modernism is in good hands with skillful renovations like this one".

Designed by Paul Rudolph in 1954 the original owners intended for the house to be used for living, entertaining and ensemble concerts. Renovations to the house were conducted in 2005/2006 with the owner requiring that the house be documented and restored to its original state by repairing deteriorated structural components, rehabilitating the finishes and original furniture and providing modern conveniences and technologies to accommodate today's lifestyle.

Photographic prints from the original Ezra Stoller negatives were used to documents the design intent and detailing.

Photo credit-Martie Lieberman

Dale S. Parks, AIA, LEED A.P. awarded "Citizen Architect"

Seibert Architects is pleased to announce that Dale S. Parks, AIA, LEED A.P. was recently honored by the American Institute of Architects' National Board of Directors as a Citizen Architect. The AIA National Board of Directors identifies a Citizen Architect as architects that show a commitment to their community through civic engagement and the broader purposes of architecture.

Mr. Parks has served on City of Sarasota Advisory Boards for over 15 years and is currently a member of the City of Sarasota's Comunity Redevelopment Agency (CRA) Advisory Board.

Slightly more than 1 percent of National AIA members are considered Citizen Architects. The AIA National Board of Directors recognizes "civic engaged architects serving their communities by applying their insights, talents, training and experience to actively advocate and support initiatives that enhance the quality of life and future of the communities they serve".

Cooney House Resort Rental

The Cooney House designed in 1967 by Seibert Architects and one of the most famous of the Sarasota School of Architecture homes is available for rent. The Cooney house has been published internationally and has won numerous awards for it's simple, class modern design.

This home has 4 bedrooms and 3 baths and is located just off St. Armands Circle. Within a short walk to shopping, galleries, restaurants and Lido Beach, this home is the perfect getaway from snow and cold. The Cooney house will be available in January 2010, furnished and with a 6 month lease preferred.

Please contact Martie Lieberman at 941-724-1118 or through her website at http://www.modernsarasota.com/