L to R from top row: Lenore Lucy FAIA. Kevin R. Hydes P. Eng, Mickey Jacob FAIA, and Mariam Kamara
OTTAWA, February 7, 2020–Four professionals who have significantly impacted the architectural practice around the world, have been named Honorary Fellows of the Royal Architectural Institute of Canada (RAIC). The 2020 Honorary Fellows exemplify the tremendous impact that architects have—not only on the built environment—but public life and the world around them.
Kevin R. Hydes P. Eng. is internationally renowned as a leader in sustainable design, and for his contributions to the green building movement. His passion for sustainability was recognized with a USGBC Leadership Award in 2019.
As the founder and first CEO & President of Integral Group, Kevin established a reputation as an innovator, pioneer, and green business leader—and grew the firm to encompass more than 800 employees in 21 offices around the world. He continues to push the limits of environmental design and thinking in his current role as Chair of Integral Group's board—a position he assumed in 2020.
Lenore Lucey, FAIA served as Chancellor of the College of Fellows of the American Institute of Architects—in 2017—after three years of service on its Executive Committee. She holds the distinction of being only the fourth woman to serve as Chancellor of the AIA.
Ms. Lucey served as the first woman Chief Executive Officer of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)—and held the role for over fourteen years. Through NCARB she oversaw the development and enhancement of education standards, strengthening US-Canada architectural reciprocity established under NAFTA, model law for the licensing of architects in the United States, negotiations worldwide on the mutual recognition of credentials, and reciprocity issues for architectural practice.
Mariam Kamara is a founder and principal of atelier masomi, in Niamey Niger, an architecture and research firm through which she tackles a wide variety of public, cultural, residential, commercial, and urban design projects.
A notable project that exemplifies her work is the Religious-Secular Complex of Dandaji in Niger, a collaborative cultural project that has won the 2017 Gold LafargeHolcim Award for Africa and the Middle East, and the 2018 Silver Global LafargeHolcim Award for Sustainable Architecture.
Mickey Jacob, FAIA graduated from the University of Detroit School of Architecture in 1981 and relocated to Tampa Florida where he has practiced Architecture for over 39 years and is currently the Regional Vice President for Florida at GMC Architects.
A native of Windsor, Ontario, Mickey has been involved with the American Institute of Architects at every level of the organization. In recognition of his impact on the profession and commitment to leadership, AIA Florida created the “Jacob Leadership Institute” to provide comprehensive leadership training for architects. Additionally, in 2009 Mickey was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows and in 2013 served as the 89th President of the American Institute of Architects.
About the RAIC
The Royal Architectural Institute of Canada is the leading voice for excellence in the built environment in Canada. Representing about 5,000 members, the RAIC advocates for excellence works to demonstrate how design enhances the quality of life and promotes responsible architecture in addressing important issues of society.