Cushing Terrell Welcomes Murray Miller to Lead the Firm’s Historic Preservation Team
Cushing Terrell brings on a wealth of historic preservation experience with the strategic hire of Murray Miller who will lead a team focused on revitalizing historic buildings.
Murray Miller, Historic Preservation Manager, Cushing Terrell
Multidisciplinary design firm, Cushing Terrell, welcomes Murray Miller, Assoc. AIA, MRAIC, MCIP, RPP, CAHP, IHBC, MRTPI, RPP, INTBAU, NOMA to its team as a Historic Preservation Manager responsible for overseeing historic preservation projects and working across disciplines to deliver specialized services that will help new and existing clients maximize opportunities on historic sites while safeguarding their significance.
Miller has four decades of experience in historic preservation and traditional architecture. His extensive technical contributions to the field include environmental impact assessments, design reviews, and developing/administering preservation tools. His specialized training in regulatory reviews includes the interpretation and practical application of the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Skilled at client and public engagement, and with a deep understanding of codes and regulations across locations, he has supported clients in North America, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand.
“I am passionate about historic places and the imperative to manage change in a way that safeguards the special interest of a place for the benefit of present and future generations,” Miller said. “I am most thrilled to be afforded the role of overseeing Cushing Terrell’s historic preservation projects in collaboration with a diverse, skilled group of professionals. I look forward to working with our clients in leveraging the power of historic places to advance economic development objectives, achieve housing needs, and accommodate change that considers context and the environment.”
Miller’s work for Cushing Terrell will comprise:
- Working with clients to identify development scenarios that seek to reduce the adverse impacts of climate change.
- Leveraging the potential of historic preservation to contribute to the economic development of towns and cities.
- Assisting Certified Local Governments in the management of change by updating preservation ordinances, historic district design guidelines, and administering design review processes.
- Working with federal agencies in meeting Section 106 obligations while streamlining deliverables to achieve the best historic preservation practice.
- Assisting property owners in the analysis and development of concepts that consider ways to increase density and provide opportunities for affordable housing while sustaining the significance of historic properties.
“Cushing Terrell’s architectural service sector is excited to have such an experienced historic preservation manager leading our historic preservation practice,” Associate Principal Nicole Dovel-Moore said. “While we have been supporting our clients with historic architecture, preservation, and planning services for multiple markets, Murray’s vast knowledge and incredible combination of skills will allow us to expand our offerings even further.”
Learn more about Cushing Terrell’s work in historic preservation and adaptive reuse.
About Cushing Terrell
Cushing Terrell was founded in 1938 on the belief that integrating architecture, engineering, and design opens the doors for deepened relationships and enhanced creativity. This foundation continues to define the firm and its multidisciplinary team today. Driven by empathy, the team works to design systems and spaces that help people live their best lives and enjoy healthy, sustainable built environments. With more than 440 team members spanning 30-plus disciplines and expertise across the commercial, education, government, healthcare, infrastructure, residential, and retail markets, the firm has offices in Colorado, Idaho, Louisiana, Minnesota, Montana, Texas, and Washington. For more information about Cushing Terrell, visit cushingterrell.com.
