New location will better serve Southern California clients, expanding architecture and engineering services in Los Angeles County LOS ANGELES, CA., October 17, 2023 – PBK, a leading architectural planning and design firm, announced today the opening of a new office in Los Angeles. This new regional office will allow PBK to continue its mission of putting clients first and embedding architecture and design experts within regional markets to better meet the needs of local communities. Yong Yoo, Principal in Charge, will utilize his nearly three decades of experience to lead operations at the new office. “We’re responding to a need,” said Bob Lavey, Managing Partner of California. “California needs state-of-the-art facilities to support its growing communities. By connecting local experts, we can tailor our plans and designs to best fit each community.” PBK’s commitment to the communities it serves has led it to take a local approach within the California design market. The firm opened a new office in Bakersfield in May 2023 and recently relocated offices in San Diego and Orange County to accommodate clients’ changing needs. PBK also expanded its engineering and design services to cover the entire Central Valley. “We’re excited to put our wide range of experience to work for our LA clients,” Yong Yoo said. “The PBK family of companies includes structural engineering, interior designers, furniture procurement specialists – and so much more. This new office will allow us to utilize these skills at their peak potential so that our clients can get the best results every time.” With the addition of the Bakersfield and LA offices, the firm currently has 290 architecture and design experts specializing in the California market. Additionally, PBK plans to continue its expansion in California by opening an office in San Jose in 2024. PBK’s growth in California is projected to create many new jobs, including openings for architects, engineers and estimators. About PBK For over four decades, PBK has served as an award-winning pioneer for architectural and engineering design solutions for clients in education, sports, civic and healthcare. With more than 800 professionals across 27 offices, the firm embraces a unique business culture that prioritizes customer service and approaches each project without preconceived notions to deliver custom solutions that effectively address the unique needs of each client. For more information: pbk.com. CONTACT: Amanda Prag, Director of Marketing: amanda.prag@pbk.com

Michael Schöen to lead expansion of California’s largest educational architecture/engineering firm into fast-growing regional markets

FRESNO, CA., October 2, 2023 – PBK, a leading architectural planning and design firm, announced today the promotion of Michael Schöen to Managing Principal of the Central Valley region. Schöen brings considerable experience completing complex projects for California school districts such as Fresno USD, Caruthers USD and Clovis ISD.

“PBK is committed to being a community advocate, and Michael’s familiarity with the local California market makes him a perfect fit for serving these communities,” said Bob Lavey, Managing Partner for California. “With more than 25 years in the industry, Michael has repeatedly demonstrated his commitment to understanding each client and their one-of-a-kind needs during every project.”

PBK is committed to putting clients first. Embedding architecture and design experts within regional markets allows PBK to better meet the needs of local communities by becoming more in tune with each client’s unique perspective, needs and opportunities.

“By connecting local experts, we can directly serve communities and clients on the ground,” Schöen said. “We support local causes, understand local initiatives and employ local talent who live and work in these projects.” 

With a B.A. in environmental design from San Diego State University and a Masters from the Southern California Institute of Architecture, Schöen is deeply immersed in the intricacies of California design. As Managing Principal, Michael will collaborate with PBK’s eight regional offices across California to elevate client service and deliver the highest quality design.

About PBK

For over four decades, PBK has served as an award-winning pioneer for architectural and engineering design solutions for clients in education, sports, civic and healthcare. With more than 800 professionals across 27 offices, the firm embraces a unique business culture that prioritizes customer service and approaches each project without preconceived notions to deliver custom solutions that effectively address the unique needs of each client. For more information: pbk.com.

CONTACT: Amanda Prag, Director of Marketing: amanda.prag@pbk.com