The Gathering
The National Cowboy Poetry Gathering, know as the “Gathering,” is a mid-winter, multi-generational, celebration of artists, regional food, art, gear, film, discussions, dance, music, and verse, among other aspects of western life. The event traces its humble beginnings in back to1985, when a small group of folklorists and poets hosted a
The Lodge at Camp Colton
Camp Colton, located outside of Flagstaff, AZ, cultivates exceptional outdoor learning experiences for K-6 students that instill the value of preserving our natural world while inspiring growth and discovery. Camp Colton represents a strategic partnership with non-profit Friends of Camp Colton and Flagstaff Unified School District. ajc, in collaboration with Denver-based
Design For Good – Design Build Bluff
We are so proud of the ajc staff who participated in this year’s DesignBuildUTAH (DBU) project. Participants in the project included graduate students Keaton McCargo, Chris Putt, and ajc team members Kae Schwalber and Will Flanagan. DBU is a fully immersive hands-on design-build program that allows Master of Architecture students to
USU Classroom Building – Monument Valley, Utah
ajc is very excited about the new USU Classroom Building in Monument Valley, UT. During a recent site visit, a light dusting of snow greeted our design team. The blue sky, high desert red rock, and snow accentuate this picturesque area along the Utah/Arizona border.
Permanent, Supportive, Affordable Housing
November was an active month for ribbon cutting ceremonies which now provide the communities of Salt Lake City and Tooele with over 120 new permanent supportive housing units. Prominent community leaders and key project stakeholders were on hand to officially open both of the new facilities. The Community Development Corporation of
Because… We Care!
The 2023 holiday season returns with another round of We Care events as MillerKnoll dealers and members of Utah’s design community partner with the Boys and Girls Club of America to spread holiday cheer to children and their families. ajc’s team is always delighted to be part of the We Care
Moccasin Flats
ajc architects and Woods + Dangaran, based in Los Angeles, are currently working in close collaboration with developer Hidden Rock Development Group to fulfill Moccasin Flats unique project vision in southern Utah. Moccasin Flats redefines the modern residential desert living experience with a curated level of high-end design elements and spaces.
Annular Eclipse!
Nearly all of ajc’s team recently had the privilege of seeing mid-October’s dazzling annular solar eclipse from locations throughout the state, including the path of 100% alignment which traced a diagonal path along the southwestern portion of Utah. Favored viewing spots included Utah’s southern and central region (Temple of the Sun
Supporting Those In Need
Several members of ajc’s team recently had the opportunity to serve lunch to nearly 200 women at the Geraldine E. King Women’s Resource Center in Salt Lake. The ajc designed facility provides shelter and numerous valuable resources to those in need. We are so grateful to Volunteers of America for the opportunity
Wasatch Fire Station Heber City Groundbreaking
Wasatch Fire District, based in Heber City, recently broke ground on a site that will soon become Station 51, a facility that will be staffed by firefighters around the clock. Fire Chief Eric Hales presided over the ground breaking ceremony for the new station and the District’s new regional headquarters. In
Until Next Season…
ajc’s team recently enjoyed a late summer barbecue before the leaves fall and the snow flies. We’re all looking forward to doing it again, after the spring thaw!
ajc-Designed Wheeler Farm Recognized by 2023 ENR BEST Awards
ajc is honored to receive recognition from Engineering News Record (ENR) for the Wheeler Historic Farm Outdoor Education Center. Wheeler Farm Outdoor Education Center, located on the property of Wheeler Historic Farm in Murray, Utah, is a year-round education and learning center operated by Salt Lake County and the Utah State