NEW HAVEN, CONN., December, 2022 — Architecture, art and advisory firm, Svigals + Partners has announced the advancement of team leader, Alana Konefal, AIA, to associate principal.

A skilled architect with an expertise in uniting people of diverse backgrounds to advance large-scale projects, Konefal leads design teams and consultants on various complex projects in education, science, and technology, including managing day-to-day operations and maintaining a focus on client missions and goals. She currently heads the building transformation of the Elm City Bioscience Center in downtown New Haven, Conn. that has been revitalized from an underutilized office building into a vital biotech hub. Recently, Konefal oversaw extensive renovations of Barnard Hall at Central Connecticut State University and the regional expansion of Biohaven Pharmaceuticals in Yardley, Penn. She has also led design teams from programming through construction administration for major projects, including the Sandy Hook School in Newtown, Conn. along with Goodwin University Elementary School and the University’s Early Childhood Magnet School, both in East Hartford, Conn.

“Alana is a highly talented, technically savvy architect with a holistic, organized approach to complex project’s goals and challenges,” says Jay Brotman, AIA, managing partner. “She has a facility for collaboration and the ability to focus on details that strengthen professional and community relationships, ensuring each project’s successful outcome. We’re delighted to elevate Alana to this well-deserved position.”

Skilled in K-12 design, Konefal, is active in Svigals + Partner’s unique KidsBuild program that engages students in learning about the design, construction, and operations of their school buildings. She also serves as president of the Connecticut Building Congress (CBC) that that fosters collaboration among building professionals to advance the construction industry.

Konefal started her tenure with Svigals + Associates as an intern in 2006, followed by an associate position. She earned her Bachelor of Architecture from Roger Williams University and completed the study abroad, architecture, art and architectural history from the Institute at Palazzo Rucellai, Florence, Italy.

“I am honored to take on a more leading role with Svigals + Partners,” says Konefal. “It is my privilege to advance strong relationships, project successes and thriving communities with our immensely proficient team.”

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