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We stand in solidarity with the #AAPI community. As we fight for diversity, equality, and inclusion for all, we look at ways to take action and support those affected by Increasing Awareness on what’s happening.... - There has been a long history of racism toward the AAPI community in the U.S. - Since the beginning of the pandemic, 3795 incidents of AAPI hate crimes have been reported in the U.S. - 45.6% of these were reported in California (*StopAAPIHate.org 2020-2021 National Report, 3/16/21) Speaking up against acts of racism, violence, and social injustice. - To report incidents and find other resources, go to stopaapihate.org -Follow and support #StopAsianHate Creating a safe space where all are welcome and respected. - Support Asian American businesses - Amplify Asian architects, designers, creatives, authors, and activists Respect All Be an Ally Stand as One #StopAsianHate #StopAAPIHate

On this #internationalwomensday, we celebrate all the amazing women at FORGE. By amplifying our female voices and reinforcing our commitment to equity and inclusion, we #choosetochallenge gender inequality. #iwd2021

FORGE is very pleased to announce the promotion of Meredith English to the position of Project Manager. Meredith is both an outstanding designer and effective leader in project planning and execution. Her clients include both prominent Owner/Developers and high-profile tenants. She joins our management and leadership team, bringing additional energy and insight to our internal strategic and executional efforts.

On this #GivingTuesday, we recognize some of the organizations our team members have donated to this year, specifically in response to the acts of social injustice. As a company that values diversity, inclusion, empathy, and taking action, FORGE continues to speak out against all forms of social injustice. FORGE encourages all of our communities to give back and support the causes around the world that speak to you. . .... . . . @groundswellfund groundswellactionfund.org/ @everforwardclub everforwardclub.org/ Campaign Zero: joincampaignzero.org/ @tndcsf tndc.org/ @savingplaces savingplaces.org/african-american-cultural-heritage @colorofchange colorofchange.org/ @sf_noma sfnoma.net/project-pipeline.html @justiceforelijahmcclain gofundme.com/f/elijah-mcclain @hiphoparchitecture hiphoparchitecture.com/ @adpsr_org adpsr.org/ @thebrownascenders thebrownascenders.org/ See more

Reflecting directly our company values of diversity, inclusion, empathy, and taking action, FORGE is supporting the causes of each team member through a dollar-for-dollar match. This approach allows everyone’s personal commitments to be fully expressed with the complete support of our firm. Andy and Eric's causes, The Ever Forward Club (everforwardclub.org) and Groundswell Fund (groundswellactionfund.org) respectively, will receive personal donations. Our staff is supporting a wide range of worthy causes with a matching contribution by FORGE. Our company position is to support the causes of the individual within the umbrella of teamwork towards a common goal. We encourage all of our communities and their citizens to take action, each in your own way, to further this global cause.

More shameless self-promotion for FORGE, this time featuring our own Chris Blackadder.

Grow and thrive with us! We’re currently hiring for a variety of dynamic positions from #interiordesigners to #projectarchitects. If interested, please send your resume and portfolio under 10MB to [email protected].

A few highlights from this year's holiday party, celebrating an amazing year and the talented team who made it possible! Happy Holidays to you and yours from #teamFORGE!

Feeling immensely grateful todayand all daysfor our remarkable community of friends, clients, and collaborators. Thank you for your generous support to Movember, an organization changing the face of men's health. If you'd like to learn more or donate to this impactful nonprofit, please visit our #teamFORGE page:

Congrats to our friends and collaborators Seven Stills on the opening of their new San Francisco Flagship! We can't wait to celebrate in the new digs soon! Cheers, fellas!

Honored to have participated in today's 8th annual NCREC Bike to Hope! Our team joined over 250 AEC industry professionals in raising more than $268,000 for City of Hope’s lifesaving mission to prevent, treat and cure cancer and diabetes. A huge thanks to our remarkable community of participants, volunteers, sponsors and donors who made today possible! If interested in donating to this impactful organization, please

Please join us in congratulating FORGE designer, Alisa Nadolishny, winner of the inaugural AIA California Emerging Professionals Design Competition! Entrants were tasked with developing design solutions to address real-world scenarios impacting Californians. Her entry, Home Base Santa Ana, conceives a transitional housing solution for vulnerable populations, specifically homeless veterans, aimed at supporting rehabilitation through community building in a restorative environment. Congratulations, Alisa! Check out the official release here! https://aiacalifornia.org/architecture-emerging-profession/

TOMORROW: Please join us for a lively panel discussion on the changing landscape of live, work and play co-moderated by FORGE Architect Ben Schaefer and The Registry. We'll see you there!

The lines between live, work and play are blurring as the focus of shaping environments turns to experiences, functionality and style. Join us at The Registry on October 8, as we explore ways in which developers, designers, strategists, and end-users are influencing and tailoring design solutions to accommodate a multi-generational workforce. https://news.theregistrysf.com//in-development-meetup-blu/.

For this year's #GivetwoChairity, our team conceived City Oasis, a restful respite from the bustle of the city. If you would like to donate to our chairity benefiting Project Color Corps and Larkin Street Youth Services, follow the link below and switch to FORGE in the recipient drop down: http://bit.ly/2m4hAbg

Read on for highlights from Metropolis Magazine x Haworth's recent "Workplace Matters: Employee Engagement in a Digital World" forum in San Francisco!

This summer, we had a blast getting our steps in and boosting our endorphins during Teknion’s 3rd Annual Fitbit Challenge! Our three teams placed 2nd, 3rd and 5th! Thank you to our friends at Teknion, VCO and all participants for another great year!

Exciting developments are taking shape in Southern California! We recently had the opportunity to attend Bisnow's Future of Los Angeles Office event. Between immersive panels and an exploration of Tishman Speyer's 555 Aviation, we rode bikes, played with adoptable puppies, and met folks who are championing innovative workplace strategies and design. Stay tuned for more news on where we’re heading #FORGELA

Future-proofing the workplace was among topics explored by our CDO Eric Ibsen and others at last week’s engaging Workplace Matters: Employee Engagement in a Digital World forum hosted by Metropolis Magazine x Haworth. Thank you to tremendous moderator Avinash Rajapgopal from Metropolis Magazine, fellow panelists from Cushman & Wakefield Haworth and to Douglas Wittnebel for his illustrated recap of the evening!