As I get back into the office from a family vacation, it is a good time to bring everyone up to speed on the happenings here at Maverick. We have had the opportunity to re-connect with Jennifer Ambrose from Chicago's O'Sketch Studios -she has helped us update our website! Hopefully you can take the time to see some of our newest projects as well as see some new renderings and photos in the main page flash. The office is very busy and we are very lucky to be producing great work because we have great clients. Here is project summary:
* Splitsville is going to Disney! Splitsville has signed a lease and we have begun work on this multi-level bowling and food extravaganza in Downtown Disney here in Orlando. We are planning on a late 2012 opening! Maverick will provide Design and Architectural services for this exciting new location.
* We are working with Mr. Ayman Boules to create the next generation of Salad Buffet concepts - the first one is slated to be opening in Orlando as well.
* We are nearing the completion of Construction documents for the first "Dancing Pig Pub" in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida. You can see a bit more of this project in the Gallery of projects on the website.
* On the Autotainment front, we are thrilled to continue our work with Michael Graves on Kuni Lexus Denver, GM Sacramento as well as some exciting new Oklahoma dealerships for BMW.
* We are currently working on two separate fast casual concepts - one Cuban and the other Italian. the Italian concept will announce it's first two locations within a few weeks. We think this will be the next hot concept in the US - followed closely with the announcement of the Cuban concept location as well. The Cuban concept will blend the historic "Diner" with a new Cuban fast casual operation - unique and exciting.
* We are beginning a phased, all-encompassing renovation / global concept refinement for The Addison" in Boca Raton, Florida. This location once housed the office and residence of Addison Mizner.
* Our friends at The Celebration Town Tavern are nearing a deal to open the next Town Tavern here in the Orlando area - please stay tuned for the formal announcement. We will provide full service design and architecture for this new locals spot!
On a personal note, Sinclaire begins shooting this weekend of a new movie she was cast in - we are very excited and proud of her! Hank just finished competing in the USKG World Championships at Pinehurst #8 in North Carolina - he did great job for this week-long event. Karla continues to be the best! (wife, mom, accountant and friend to all of us!)
In general, the business of restaurants and bars seems to be increasing. While we are cautiously optimistic about the economy, we know that our work needs to be even better than before to provide great service to our customers and their guests.
lastly, for the quote.....
"Before you criticize someone, you should walk a mile in their shoes. That way, when you criticize them, you are a mile away from them and you have their shoes." - Frieda Norris.
Raymond R. Schaefer, AIA / NCARB / IIDA
President / Founder
Maverick Architecture & Design, LLC
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