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Arrowstreet appoints Bois, Korte, Selby and Spang to principals: firm moving to 10 Post Office Square, Boston in 2014

Arrowstreet has appointed four firm leaders to the position of principal. The promotion of architects David Bois, Amy Korte, Sean Selby, and Larry Spang acknowledges their leadership roles and substantial contributions to the practice of architecture. Each of these new principals brings a unique perspective to design, development, and management. Their diverse backgrounds add considerable value to Arrowstreet's work. Bois' expertise is grounded in his extensive understanding of mixed-use development. He is regarded as a specialist with hospitality planning and design. Taking pride in his long history with Arrowstreet, Bois is committed to offering developing staff members similar opportunities. Korte has a distinctive, forward-thinking approach to design. With a diverse background in architecture, environmental design, and interiors she is able to deliver creative project solutions to the most complicated challenges. As a principal, Korte serves as an in-house design lead with an expertise in the housing sector. Spang's pragmatic approach to projects ensures their success, regardless of the level of complexity. In particular, he specializes in the public process, including its intersection with private development. In this new position, Spang will continue to lead the firm's school work and advise clients on all aspects of complex permitting. Selby's considerable experience ranges from mixed-use to housing to retail. Among his most recent work is the first LEED certified retail building in Maine and the Northeast's largest rock-climbing gym. As an Arrowstreet principal, Selby will evolve the firm's long-standing core strength in retail design. The advancement of these individuals to principal supports the firm's long-established commitment to quality design in architecture, future growth, and continued success. Arrowstreet is a multidisciplinary architectural firm currently based in Somerville. The firm will be moving to a new location at 10 Post Office Sq. in downtown Boston at the beginning of the New Year.
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