CLIFFORD DUCH, AIA, ICAA

CD+urban studio Partner & Principal Architect

Years of Experience

38 Years

Honors

Addison Mizner Award from the
Institute of Classical Architecture
&Art, Florida Chapter

- Cottage Category, Abaco Inn, Elbow Cay, Bahamas. 2022
- Commercial Category, Neptune Beach Town Center. 2018
Ocean Home, Top Coastal

Architects 2021, 2022 , 2023
Habitat For Humanity Award
from the American Institute of
Architecture 1995


Historic Preservation Award from the Jacksonville Historic PreservationCommission
- Rehabilitation Award (2012)
-Architecture Firm of the Year (2008)
- Appropriate New Construction Design Award (2008)

Education

Bachelor of Architecture from Florida A&M Univeristy 1987

Professional Affiliations

American Institute of Architects (AIA) 1993- Current
Institute of Classical Architecture and Art (ICAA)
1998-Current

Licensure and Certifications

Liscensed Architect 1993- Current
Certificate in Classical Architecture from the Institute of
Classical Architecture and Art
National Council of Architectural Registration Boards
(NCARB) 2001- Current

Details

CLIFFORD G. DUCH, AIA, ICAA is co-founder of Cronk Duch Architecture. His diversified expertise has earned him a reputation as one of the premier designers in the South East region with a variety of design awards, ranging from the American Institute of Architecture and The Institute of Classical Architecture & Art. His indepth knowledge and skilled application of classical architecture’s design tenets, remain the focus of every project, whether it is applied to traditional or modern architecture. Mr. Duch’s responsibilities at the firm are co-design with his partner Cronk, firm management , design management and construction administration.
Mr Duch possesses 26 years of experience with Contract Administration as a licensed architect.
As a client-focused advocate, Mr. Duch strives to create appealing and effective design solutions that merge architectural value with the client’s unique vision. Listening to the client is “job one”. Mr. Duch is currently serving as Vice President, Board Member and was past President of the Florida Chapter for the acclaimed Institute of Classical Architecture & Art and has received a certification in Classical Architecture which is an extensive curriculum offered by the Institute. In addition to his administrative role with the institute, Mr. Duch has lectured and instructed around the state on topics ranging from Plein Aire Sketch Tours, courtyard design, contemporary classicism & revitalization/greening of main street America. Mr. Duch in conjunction with Cronk, have grown the firm into a Planning Firm focused on creating sense of place in both Urban and Green Space locales. While working to stay on the cutting edge of Planning Ideals and application, Mr. Duch strives to bring his travel experiences & studies to each planning project. Clifford Duch possesses 26 years of experience as a licensed architect, with specific experience in food and beverage design.

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