Who We Are
The mission of Lab|8 Designs is to improve upon the conventional building culture found today.
In our endeavor for progress we develop both traditional and alternative design solutions to effectively, sustainably and economically solve our clients specific design objectives. Inherent in each design solution is a strong connection to the design fundamentals that our firm was founded upon; collaboration, sustainability, and innovation.
Since our founding in 2007 Lab|8 has worked to develop our services to consistently include seamless integration of design innovation, sustainability objectives, and cost control measures for every client. Our combined 34 years of professional experience in the field allows us the ability to execute an entire project as a whole, while prioritizing the various project-specific objectives or design elements that are attainable within one’s budget.
Ultimately, achieving project success lies in following a truly integrated design process in a collaborative working environment; one in which the best solutions rise to the forefront through discussion and refinement, delivering to our clients unique, and elegant design solutions supportive of their goals.
Why LAB|8?
Lab|8 follows a design philosophy founded on the following tenets:
- Collaboration
- Environmental Stewardship
- Systems Integration
- Innovation / Exploration
- Economy
- Life Cycle
- Education
- Ownership
Services We Offer
Architectural Programming
Site Feasibility services
Master Planning
Commercial Tenant Fit-Outs
LEED Consulting
Residential Remodeling
Multi-Family Housing
Commercial Facade Restoration
Small to Mid-size Commercial Design
Space Planning
Existing Building Surveys
Construction Administration Services
Partners
Principal
Jody Schurman, r.a., leed ap bd+c
Jody has over 20 years working in the architectural profession. Over the years his project experience has included everything from Municipal Buildings and Community Centers, to Residential Kitchen and Bath Renovations in turn of the century houses.
Prior to establishing Lab|8 in 2007, Jody was a project manager/architect at Apostolou Associates, Hanson Design Group, and Weber Murphy Fox Architects.
Education
- Carnegie Mellon University, Bachelor of Architecture – 1995
Professional Registration
- Architect - Pennsylvania
- USGBC - LEED Accredited Professional
Professional Affiliations
- Member - Contextual Design Advisory Panel (CDAP)- City of Pittsburgh
- Member – NCARB, USGBC, Green Building Alliance
- Residential & Commercial Design Consultant – The Design Center of Pittsburgh
- Board Member – The Brew House Association
- President – Portersville Hops Collaborative
Principal
Rick Sabeh
Rick has over 18 years working in the architectural profession. He has worked on a variety of project types from commercial tenant fit-outs, health care facilities, sports arenas to all types of residential work throughout the region.
Prior to establishing Lab|8, Rick was a project manager at Apostolou Associates for over 10 years.
Education
- Carnegie Mellon University, Bachelor of Architecture – 1995
- Harvard University Graduate School of Design – Real Estate Development Financial Analysis Course - 1999
Professional Affiliations
- Member – NCARB, USGBC, Green Building Alliance
- Residential & Commercial Design Consultant – The Design Center of Pittsburgh
- Board Member – Mt. Lebanon Planning Board, Portersville Hops Collaborative