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LaChance of SWBR receives architectural license from NYS

According to SWBR Architects, Jennifer LaChance has recently earned her architectural license from the state. SWBR currently employs 19 licensed architects. LaChance will continue in her design responsibilities at the firm and moves to the position of architect. Her specific responsibilities include working with project teams and clients to provide planning, design, and project development. She specializes in health, science and research projects with a primary focus in medical design that includes master planning, inpatient and outpatient facilities, primary care clinics and various types of laboratories. LaChance received her bachelor of Environmental Design in Architecture from Miami University. She's currently an associate member of the American Institute of Architect (AIA) and a member of the Genesee Valley Regional Association of Healthcare Engineers. SWBR is an award-winning architectural practice serving local and east coast clients. The firm specializes in education, housing, health, science and technology, corporate/industrial and municipal design. Sustainable design principles help guide the firm's practice working to meet clients' expectations as they relate to design, quality and budget.
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