Who We Are
We at Philip Aaron Lacy, Architects, do a lot more than just design buildings. In the markets in which we operate, we create safe environments and environmentally friendly solutions. We are a design-build and construction company that works with clients in Maryland. Our strong client relationships allow us to expand our client base and expand our projects to new locations.
Our Mission
Our mission is to deliver exceptional construction services that exceed our clients’ expectations. We strictly adhere to the government’s existing construction policy, including safety standards, to ensure satisfactory results.
Our Vision
Our vision is to be the most trusted construction firm, offering quality and affordability for every project we take.
Philosophy
To provide creative designs that are developed in a timely fashion with client needs and construction goals in mind.
Licenses
- District of Columbia, 1981
- State of Maryland, 1985
- State of Virginia, 1986
Education
Bachelors of Architecture, Howard University, 1974
Awards
- Nathan C. Wyeth Award, 1973
- Alumni Award, 1974
- Bronze and Silver Medals for Design, 1972 and 1973
- Dean’s List 1973
Associations
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- National Organization of Minority Architects (NOMA)
Design Process
- Programming (receive and analyze client goals)
- Conceptual Design (test concepts for review)
- Schematic Design (document approved concept design)
- Design Development (receive input from design team)
- Construction Documents (coordinate and finalize design)
- Bidding or Negotiation (respond to permit and contractor inquiries)
- Construction Administration (shop drawing review, field reports, and payment certification)
Project Approach for Religious Buildings
- Gather Information from Field Survey
- Receive Information from Building Committee
- Review Programmatic Information and Problem Seek
- Determine Activities and Relationships
- Establish Concepts for Review
Church Design
- Continue with Design Process working closely with building committee
- Provide detailed Construction Documents
- Follow through from Design to Construction Closeout
Designed and Constructed Projects
- Beltway Church of Christ
- A one-story 26,870 sq. ft. religious facility with a 750 seat sanctuary.
- Completed in 1999 Construction cost of $3,150,000
- Southeast Tennis & Learning Center
- A one-story 14,718 sq. ft. recreation facility
- Completed in 2001 Construction cost at $4,700,000
Addition to the Jerusalem Baptist Church
- A two-story 9,825 sq. ft. sanctuary and office addition
- Sanctuary seats 450 worshipers with a balcony
- Completed in 2002
- Construction cost $850,000
- Addition to Jerusalem
- Baptist Church
- First Baptist Church of Waldorf
- A one-story 22,907 sq. ft. addition with classrooms, offices, and chapel
- Completed in 2004
- Construction cost at $2,600,000
Detailed Construction Documents
- Use of AutoCAD and Revit Software for 2D and 3D Drawings
- Use of E-Mail for Document Transfer and Coordination with Engineers
- Research of Manufacturer’s Literature
- Follow up Building Code Review
- Use of Specification Writer for Quality Control Review
- In-House Final Review and Coordination
To learn more about our construction services, please call us at 301-873-5093 or message us here.