06/02: In Memorium - Bill Drewer, Principal, QEA (1962-2010)
Category: In Memorium - William Drewer
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William D. Drewer, AIA, LEED AP, a Principal with Quinn Evans Architects in Washington, DC, passed away Saturday 23 January 2010. He was best known for architectural design centered around sensitivity and appropriateness to context in historical settings. Over the course of Bill's 18 year career at QEA, he left his mark on cultural heritage projects stretching from South Florida to coastal Maine. As a firm leader, he was committed to the mentorship and continued education of aspiring architects and young professionals.
His experience included the design of renovations, rehabilitations and new buildings within historically-sensitive surroundings. His portfolio focuses on museums and interpretive centers, including Gari Melchers’ Home and Studio at Belmont, Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.
In his own words: "Aiming for the Next Level"
"As an architect, I work to create buildings that meet or exceed the expectations of the client and, at the same time, represent QEA as a quality firm. More importantly, I strive to create buildings that inspire and enlighten people.
"In my quest for this goal, I try to improve with each design and build upon my experiences, continually striving to reach the next level of design excellence. Each day, I get to come to work and design buildings — and that’s an opportunity for which I am profoundly thankful.
"Even more special is that I get to work with museums which, to my way of thinking, represent the epitome of cultural heritage preservation. Because museums preserve and interpret artifacts that represent our collective heritage, I have no greater sense of satisfaction than when I am working with a museum institution."
Bill was the "beloved husband of Sharon Darlington Drewer. Devoted father of Ava Darlington Drewer. Son of Milton L. Drewer, Jr. and Elizabeth C. Drewer (deceased). He is survived by his two brothers Milt and Alan, and one sister, Carol. ... In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Ava Darlington Drewer Trust Fund. Checks should be payable to College America FBO Ava D. Drewer, and mailed to Hopwood Financial Services, 10135 Colvin Run Road, Suite 210, Great Falls, VA 22066. (Washington Post, 25 January 2010)
His is and will be greatly missed.
His experience included the design of renovations, rehabilitations and new buildings within historically-sensitive surroundings. His portfolio focuses on museums and interpretive centers, including Gari Melchers’ Home and Studio at Belmont, Tryon Palace Historic Sites and Gardens and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.
In his own words: "Aiming for the Next Level"
"As an architect, I work to create buildings that meet or exceed the expectations of the client and, at the same time, represent QEA as a quality firm. More importantly, I strive to create buildings that inspire and enlighten people.
"In my quest for this goal, I try to improve with each design and build upon my experiences, continually striving to reach the next level of design excellence. Each day, I get to come to work and design buildings — and that’s an opportunity for which I am profoundly thankful.
"Even more special is that I get to work with museums which, to my way of thinking, represent the epitome of cultural heritage preservation. Because museums preserve and interpret artifacts that represent our collective heritage, I have no greater sense of satisfaction than when I am working with a museum institution."
Bill was the "beloved husband of Sharon Darlington Drewer. Devoted father of Ava Darlington Drewer. Son of Milton L. Drewer, Jr. and Elizabeth C. Drewer (deceased). He is survived by his two brothers Milt and Alan, and one sister, Carol. ... In lieu of flowers, the family requests that contributions be made to the Ava Darlington Drewer Trust Fund. Checks should be payable to College America FBO Ava D. Drewer, and mailed to Hopwood Financial Services, 10135 Colvin Run Road, Suite 210, Great Falls, VA 22066. (Washington Post, 25 January 2010)
His is and will be greatly missed.
