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Follow on Google News | KTGY Principal Manny Gonzalez Receives 2016 NAHB 55+ Associate of the YearGonzalez is Recognized for His Distinguished Career Serving the 55+ Housing Industry
By: KTGY Architecture + Planning Over the last 20 years Manny Gonzalez has designed more than 100 55+ communities to enrich the lives of our country’s largest and most diverse population group. Gonzalez oversaw the renovation of Angelus Plaza, the nation’s largest affordable age-restricted development, into a vibrant state-of-the- With pioneering designs from California, Oregon and Arizona to Pennsylvania, Georgia and Florida, Gonzalez has profoundly shaped the future of Senior Housing. From turning the three-story townhouse on its side to allow for three Universal Design single-level living flats at Playa Vista, California to creating the Residential Pattern Book for Verrado in Buckeye, Arizona, which has become the guide for architects to design the next generation of active adult homes, the ripple effect of Gonzalez’s passion for enhancing the quality of life for over 20,000 residents has led the way for architects across the country to continue to improve the living environments for millions of seniors. Gonzalez has also expanded the 55+ knowledge base for industry professionals in the U.S. and internationally through speaking at industry events and contributions to over 200 articles. He has shared his observations and insights in Senior Housing and Universal Design in more than 30 lectures over the last decade. This year marks Manny’s 12th year as a speaker or moderator at IBS on the topic of 55+ Housing. Gonzalez currently serves as a Trustee on the National 55+ Housing Industry Council and has chaired the Senior Housing Symposium in both New Orleans and Philadelphia that attracted over 1,200 attendees. He is a Gold Key Member, and serves on the Editorial Advisory Boards of 50+ Builder and NAHB’s 50+ Housing Magazine. Manny has been a five-time Best in 55+ Housing Awards judge. Gonzalez has earned recognition for his extraordinary leadership and was awarded “Person of the Year” by the 55+ Housing Council for his service as Council President, author and educator as well as for his innovative designs. And, in recognition of Gonzalez’s years of dedication to the Homebuilding Industry, he was also recently inducted into Hanley Wood's prestigious Wm. S. Marvin Hall of Fame for Design Excellence. About KTGY Celebrating 25 years, KTGY Architecture + Planning, is a national award-winning full-service firm providing innovative design, planning and architectural services for residential communities, retail, mixed-use and related specialty developments. KTGY delivers innovative solutions that reflect clear understanding of the latest development, market and consumer trends, and maximizing financial performance. See www.KTGY.com End
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