Syracuse University Celebrates the Completion of New Gaming and Esports Center

On Friday, January 17, 2025, Syracuse University celebrated the opening of a new Gaming and Esports Center with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Ashley McGraw Architects served as the Architect of Record with Populous as Design Architect for the new facility that spans 5,800 square feet within the Schine Student Center. This prominent space serves as a hub for both casual and competitive gaming activities. Its focal point is an elevated competition stage for the University’s Varsity Esports Team.

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Derek Goodroe
Ashley McGraw Architects Hires Roxanne Button, Establishes Buffalo, NY Office

Ashley McGraw Architects has expanded into Western New York with the opening of its new Buffalo office. The firm has appointed Roxanne Button, an architect with over 30 years of experience, as Associate Principal to lead its growing presence in the region. Ashley McGraw Architects’ strategic expansion with the new Buffalo office, complements its established presence in Syracuse (headquarters), Boston, and Washington, DC. The addition brings the firm's talented team to 83 professionals. With deep expertise in design across early childhood education, K-12, higher education, multi-family housing, libraries, and community spaces, Ashley McGraw's growing footprint reflects its commitment to creating transformative architecture and landscape design throughout the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast.

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Derek Goodroe
Katrina Asay (Project Administrator) Joins Ashley McGraw Architects

Ashley McGraw Architects is pleased to announce the addition of Katrina Asay as Project Administrator. Katrina has over 19 years of professional experience in administrative support, including 15 years in the architecture and engineering industry. Asay excels at delivering innovative and efficient project support while ensuring team alignment with company goals.   

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Derek Goodroe
Ashley McGraw Architects Recognized with 2 Awards at the 2024 AIA CNY Celebration of Architecture

On Friday, November 15, 2024, Ashley McGraw Architects attended the American Institute of Architects (AIA) CNY’s Celebration of Architecture. At the event, Ashley McGraw was recognized with an Award of Merit for the Bethlehem CSD Middle School Library Media Center Renovation and a Citation of Design Award for the renovation of Westhill CSD’s High School.

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Derek Goodroe
Justin Hicks (Architectural Designer) Joins Ashley McGraw Architects

Ashley McGraw Architects is pleased to announce the addition of Justin Hicks as a Designer. Justin has 16 years of professional experience designing and managing projects across the Northeast. His portfolio includes multifamily/affordable housing, commercial buildings, and several LEED Gold/Silver projects. As a member of Ashley McGraw’s multifamily/affordable housing studio, Justin will be working on projects such as the New East Adams Transformation Plan for the City of Syracuse.

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Derek Goodroe