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Perspectus Architecture promotes two to Principal

CLEVELAND, OH; August 29, 2007 -- Perspectus Architecture announced today that Peter Bohan, AIA and Michael Lipowski, AIA NCARB have been promoted from Project Directors to Principals of the Cleveland-based professional design firm.

Bohan and Lipowski will join founding principals Bill Ayars, AIA NCARB ACHA and Larry Fischer, AIA NCARB ACHA as Principals. Both Bohan and Lipowski are experienced in providing master planning, technical design development, construction document and administrative leadership for healthcare, educational and corporate clients. With this promotion, they will become more active in the business decisions which guide the direction of the company.

Fisher said, “Bill and I have worked with Peter and Mike for more than 10 years, and they are deeply committed to the architecture profession and to the Greater Cleveland community. They are well-respected by their associates, and we are thrilled that they are taking on a larger role with Perspectus.”

As Project Director, Bohan has completed projects for The Ohio State University, the Ohio State Highway Patrol, Cleveland Clinic and Mercy Hospital of Tiffin.

Since 1989, Bohan has made a significant impact on the local community through his volunteer work with Habitat for Humanity. He designed a Habitat for Humanity house that was awarded the “Best Design under 1,500 square feet” by the Cleveland Builders Association in 1996. Other Habitat for Humanity affiliates around the country have since adapted this beautifully efficient plan. Bohan was also recognized among Crain’s Cleveland Business’ “40 Under 40” in 2006.

Bohan earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from University of Notre Dame, and he participated in the University’s Rome Studies Program. A resident of Cleveland Heights, Bohan is a registered Architect in the state of Ohio.

As Project Director, Lipowski has completed projects for Southwest General Health Center, The Ohio State University, Lake Hospitals System and Memorial Hospital of Fremont.

Lipowski chaired the volleyball committee of the Cleveland AIA chapter for five years, which donates proceeds to Habitat for Humanity. He earned a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Kent State University in Kent, Ohio. He participated in the University’s program in Florence, Italy, at Dante Alighieri. A resident of Avon, Lipowski is a registered Architect in the state of Ohio.

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About Perspectus Architecture
Perspectus Architecture provides creative solutions in planning, design and project management in the areas of healthcare, research, retail, educational and municipal projects. The firm’s founding principals are Bill Ayars, AIA NCARB ACHA and Larry Fischer, AIA NCARB ACHA. Based at historic Shaker Square in Cleveland, Ohio, Perspectus’ architects have developed a practice which focuses on master planning, design and project management, technological integration and professional service.

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