We’d like to thank the sponsors of this year’s BrickStainable Design Competition. It is through their support and involvement that BrickStainable is able to continue to nurture the development of integrative design in the built environment and the use of sustainable building practices.
PRESENTING SPONSOR
Potomac Valley Brick and Supply Company, Inc.
Alan Richardson, President, Potomac Valley Brick and Supply Co.
About Potomac Valley Brick and Supply Company
In 1976, Alan Richardson, his father, and two other gentlemen founded Potomac Valley Brick which quickly became the leading supplier of masonry materials in the Washington Metropolitan area. In 1985, a 4.2 acre facility was built in Newington, VA. In 1992, PVB opened another stocking location in Rockville, MD. In 1996, PVB expanded into the Baltimore market by purchasing a 10 acre facility on Yellow Brick Rd. And in 2009 PVB purchased and is currently working toward operating a fourth facility in Frederick, MD. Alan Richardson, current president and sole owner, has continued the tradition of industry leadership by serving as the only distributor to ever hold the position as chairman of the national Brick Industry Association. Alan’s philanthropic efforts can be seen through his major contributions to local organizations, including Rebuilding Together Montgomery County. Additionally, through Alan’s ambition and strategic partnerships, PVB has attracted the industries finest and most prestigious brick lines. Potomac Valley Brick is currently the largest, privately owned, masonry products supplier in the mid-Atlantic region. Alan Richardson is a husband and father of five children. He strives to maintain balance between the dedication to his family and the successful continued growth of his company. Today, Potomac Valley Brick remains recognized as the leader in the brick and masonry supply industry by providing an unmatched level of service and commitment to his customers, suppliers and employees.
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 The Baltimore Chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the third oldest chapter in the country, was founded in 1871 to improve and promote the practice of architecture through continuing education and its code of ethics and professional responsibility. Today, the chapter consists of over 1100 architect and professional affiliate members, united to promote the profession in the Baltimore metropolitan area. |
 Headquartered in Washington, DC, the American Institute of Architecture Students was established in 1956 and is an independent, 501(c)(3) nonprofit, student-run organization. The mission of the AIAS is to promote excellence in architecture education, training and practice; foster an appreciation of architecture and related disciplines; enrich communities in a spirit of collaboration; and organize students to combine their efforts to advance the art and science of architecture. With almost 7,000 subscribing members on more than 150 college and high school campuses in North America and several other countries, the AIAS represents the interests of and connects the 30,000-plus students studying architecture. You can learn more about the organization at www.aias.org. |
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The Delaware Valley Green Building Council (DVGBC) is a nonprofit membership organization whose mission is to transform the Delaware Valley through sustainable and environmentally responsible planning, design, construction and operation of the region’s buildings, landscapes, cities and communities, mindful of the legacy left for future generations. Formed in 2001, the DVGBC is a chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council, the nation’s foremost coalition of leaders from across the building industry working to promote buildings that are environmentally responsible, profitable, and healthy places to live and work. The DVGBC is the primary point of contact for users, agencies, and companies interested in sustainable communities and is a leader in fostering cooperation and collaboration among organizations dedicated to environmentally responsible practices in the building industry. The objective of implementing green building practices is to improve site planning; to safeguard water and ensure its efficient use; to maximize energy efficiency, conserve materials and resources and insure indoor environmental quality. The goal is to significantly reduce or eliminate the negative impact of buildings on their occupants and on our environment. |
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 The Mason Contractors Association of America is the national trade association representing masonry contractors across the country. The MCAA is building a stronger and more successful future for all mason contractors. From legislation to training and education, discover the valuable benefits of membership in the MCAA. For more information visit www.masoncontractors.org or call 800-536-2225 today. Together we are stronger. |
