Brian Early
Architect, Principal, Owner
Accomplished practicing architect with nearly three decades of experience in commercial architectural design and construction administration. Mr. Early has been producing quality projects with a “working principal” approach for all phases of all projects from inception through completion, including programming, design, construction documentation, budgeting, and construction administration representation.
Experience and expertise include building design for the following project types: Commercial; Military; Colleges and Universities; Healthcare; Industrial; Storage & Warehousing; Religious; Retail; Restaurants; Offices; Multifamily Housing; Utility; Historic Restoration; and, Renovation / Addition / Adaptation.
- Scott High School - Taylor Mill, KY (Graduated 1982)
- Northern Kentucky University - Alexandria, KY (1982-1983)
- University of Kentucky (1983-1988) Bachelor of Architecture with Distinction
- Architect, Kentucky Registration No. 3898, September, 1991
- Architect, Tennessee Registration No. 104972, April, 2013
- Architect, Indiana Registration No. AR11200137, August, 2012
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB) Certificate # 73672
Daniel Thornberry
Associate Architect, Project manager
Practicing architect with a decade of experience in commercial/residential architecture design and construction administration, focusing on streamlined project delivery through developing close relationships between clients, design professionals, and contractors. He maintains the importance of having a well-developed understanding of how we experience space through form and materials in combination with a vast knowledge of construction techniques/processes and believes these key factors underlie the success of every project.
Experience and expertise include building design for the following project types: Commercial; Equine (Husbandry, Medical, & Research); Libraries; Religious; Sports Facilities; Retail; Offices; Education; Industrial (with a focus on distillation and brewing); Hospitality; Restaurants; Residential; Historical Restoration & Preservation; and Renovation/Addition/Adaptation of existing structures.
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George Rogers Clark High School - Winchester, KY (Graduated 2003)
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University of Kentucky (2003-2008) Bachelor of Architecture with Distinction
- Architect, Kentucky Registration No. 7762 (acquired July 10, 2018)
- American Institute of Architects (AIA), member #30426683
Lauren Early Gilliland
Associate Architect, Project manager
Practicing architect with a decade of experience in commercial and residential architecture design and construction administration. She upholds the importance of spatial relationships and forms that cultivate a cohesive design and building performance.
Experience and expertise include building design for the following project types: Commercial; Military; Colleges and Universities; Healthcare; Industrial; Storage & Warehousing; Religious; Retail; Residential; Restaurants; Offices; Multi-family Housing; and, Renovation/Addition/Adaptation.
- Madison Central High School - Richmond, KY (Graduated 2007)
- University of Kentucky (2007-2010) Bachelor of Arts in Architecture with Distinction
- University of Kentucky (2011-2013) Master of Architecture with High Distinction
Architect, Kentucky Registration No. 8420, February, 2021
Awards
2012 Build Kentucky Award
Awarded by the Associated General Contractors of America for $26-$40 Million Category
Project: Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
2012 Build Kentucky Award
Awarded by the Associated General Contractors of America for $0-$2 Million Category
Project: Lexington Hearing and Speech Center Renovation
2010 Build Kentucky Award
Awarded by the Associated General Contractors of America for $11-$15 Million Category
Project: University of the Cumberlands, Correll Science Complex
2010 Build Kentucky Award
Awarded by the Associated General Contractors of America for $5-$10 Million Category
Project: University of the Cumberlands, Harth Residence Hall
2010 Build Kentucky Award
Awarded by the Associated General Contractors of America for $5-$10 Million Category
Project: University of the Cumberlands, Harth Residence Hall