Ashley McGraw Architects Attends SUNY Early Care & Education Conference

Ashley McGraw Architects is proud to participate in the SUNY Early Care & Education Conference, taking place June 3–5, 2025, in Saratoga Springs. The event will bring together approximately 100 directors and staff from across the state. Representing our firm are Mike Lindstrom, AIA, LEED AP, Principal of the Early Education Studio; Toni Marcoux, RA, Associate Principal; and Amy Wolfson, CPSI, Landscape Designer.

Our team will be delivering two presentations during the conference:

• Amy Wolfson, CPSI, and Mike Lindstrom, AIA, LEED AP, will present “Creating Great Outdoor Early Education Spaces for Exploration and Learning” on June 3 from 12:45 – 2:25 PM. This session will help participants recognize the value of outdoor play and the importance of thoughtful design and planning. Attendees will engage in defining the goals and vision for their own outdoor spaces while expanding their understanding of the educational potential these environments offer.

• Mike Lindstrom, AIA, LEED AP, and Toni Marcoux, RA, will co-present “Why Children’s Environments Matter” on June 3 from 2:30 – 4:00 PM. This session aims to deepen participants’ understanding of how the physical environment influences healthy child development. The presentation will offer a framework for designing effective learning spaces, highlight the educator’s role within the environment, and provide tools for advocating for high-quality early education facilities.