ADRIANE M MCGILLIS
SSOE Group
SAY IT LOUD - SOUTH CAROLINA Exhibitor
South Carolina Based Designer
Who or what inspires you professionally?
While there are many architecture firms and individuals that I find inspiring, I find that my creativity is sparked by paying attention to professionals in other fields including science, art, podcasts, exhibits, history, and diverse creatives.
ADRIANE M MCGILLIS
Bio:
The Great Designer, Adriane McGillis, is a skilled architect with 20 years of experience in designing higher education facilities in the southeastern US. Adriane has a love for the arts and a deep admiration of the sciences which is infused in her passion for design. While identifying as white, Adriane is very proud of both her Scottish and Native American heritage. Adriane was close to her paternal grandfather who was Chippewa and served as Chairman of the Little Shell. She is a registered member of the tribe.
How did you first learn about architecture and when did you decide that built environment profession was an area of interest for you?Influenced by teachers and class visits from architecture students, I developed a fascination with history and architecture. My mother and I shared a love for touring old historic homes together. The historical imprint architects had impressed me.
What do you do?
I lead a diverse team, listen, problem-solve, and foster trust to find innovative solutions for clients. One of my most important roles is to ask the right questions of both our clients and our design team; to challenge us to find better solutions.
What excites you in the work you do?
Architects turn others' dreams into reality, finding fulfillment in clients' excitement when projects are complete. There is no greater sense of accomplishment than walking through a completed project and sensing your client’s excitement to move-in.
Who or what inspires you professionally?
While there are many architecture firms and individuals that I find inspiring, I find that my creativity is sparked by paying attention to professionals in other fields including science, art, podcasts, exhibits, history, and diverse creatives.
What is your proudest professional accomplishment or achievement?
Caromont ED was my first project as PM. I received feedback from a community member that the building looked as if it had always been there but also felt new and modern. This compliment has stayed with me, and I approach each project with this goal.
Featured Project Name:
CaroMont Health: Freestanding Emergency Care Department
Featured Project Location:
Mount Holly, North Carolina
Featured Project Completion Date:
2015
Role in Featured Project:
Project Manager
Featured Project Description:
SSOE designed a 38,000 SF emergency care complex blending modernity with textile mill aesthetics. It offers rapid patient care with 6 RME rooms, a results lounge, 12 treatment rooms, and 2 trauma rooms. The facility has a Diagnostic Imaging Suite and Lab, dual-entry patient rooms, and staff-friendly features like natural light, efficient layouts, and a breakroom with an outdoor patio. It serves a rural community, reducing travel time to Charlotte. The facility opened in spring 2015.
