Architects, Planners, Preservationists, and Designers

Edmond Bacon has lived long enough to become a legend within his own lifetime.  His vision of a vital city, nourished by the flow of its citizens, led to the revitalization of Center City Philadelphia and Society Hill. His belief in his ideas and his patient planting of the seeds of his ideas resulted in  the vitality he envisioned.     

M. Robbins Black   has won accolades from her peers for the interior design of a 179 foot yacht, Rebecca, for which she did the interior design. A leader in her field,  Robin Black has also been elected president of the Texas Chapter of the Association of Interior Designers, Starting with a liberal arts background, Robin found that interior design calls upon her interest in art, history, and architecture.

Ralph Bender is founder and CEO of Bender and Associates, an architectural consulting firm. He is also a life-long athlete who doesn’t do things part way.  His interest in the modern penthalon  has taken him onto the board of the Olympic committee for that sport. 

Ted Flato,  one of the principals in the award winning architectural firm, Lake/Flato architects, worked with O’Neill Ford who paired him with his partner David Lake. Together they have built an architectural firm that is recognized for its integration with the environment, environmental sensitivity, and functionality.

Bruce MacDougal has an eye for architecture and a talent for administration. His interest in historic preservation was picqued  when, at an early age, he saw the fight over the destruction of historic buildings in the small community in which he was raised. As executive director for the influential San Antonio Conservation Society, he has worked with the board to continue the fight to preserve our architectural heritage.  

Robin Taylor  designs interiors of medical facilities for patients with aids and altzheimer disease. Trained as an architect, with advanced training at Harvard School of Design, in designing medical facilities, Robin tells us how hospitals and other facilities can create environments which meet the unique needs of AIDS and altzheimer patients.