I graduated from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln with a Bachelor of Architecture degree. I did my internship with the Leo A Daly Company, [working on projects] in Spring Lake Heights, New Jersey, Singapore, and Omaha. While there, I designed several structures for the Henry Doorly Zoo, including the Cat Complex. I began my own private practice Bruce Frasier Architects, in 1977, focusing principally on residential projects. Q: Tell us about your professional practice today. Detail a few of your most interesting projects.
A: Our office consists of three other graduate architects, one of whom, Jackson Martis, is also licensed. Our clients come from all walks of life, from nurses and doctors to CEO’s and teachers, and our projects range from bath and kitchen remodeling to new homes of all sizes. I designed the chapel and the Family Life Center at Countryside Community Church and the office building and entry gates at Forest Lawn Cemetery on whose board of trustees I serve. One of the more interesting aspects of my practice was a three-year tenure as design consultant to the Union Pacific Railroad, representing them in the design/build of the dispatching center in the old freight house in downtown, and overseeing the renovation of all floors of the old headquarters building, now sadly, demolished. As a result of our efforts, at least one old building in the warehouse district, the freight house, was saved when the ConAgra campus was built.
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A: I currently live in Swanson Towers condominiums. My personal style is very eclectic, ranging from very abstract paintings to antique French furniture. I could live in a minimal glass box designed by Philip Johnson or a shingled New England cottage. I love all houses! Growing up, my family always traveled extensively in the United States and visited many historic sites, including homes tours in Natchez, Miss., and Williamsburg, Va., sparking a life-long interest in history. Many architects have influenced me, starting with Thomas Jefferson. >> www.ReadOnlineNow.com
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