COLUMBUS, Ohio– The Board of Regents of the American College of Healthcare Architects has named Peter L. Bardwell, FAIA, FACHA of Columbus, Ohio as 2013 national president.
Peter L. Bardwell, FAIA, FACHA brings over 35 years of experience in healthcare facilities planning and design spanning 22 states and five countries, totaling over $2-billion in construction value within the past five years alone. He is a nationally recognized practitioner, speaker and author in healthcare planning and design, as well as among fewer than 40 practicing architects in the nation to be recognized as a fellow in both the American Institute of Architects and the American College of Healthcare Architects.
“We should strive to be the most visible and the most positive influence in the marketplace among all healthcare design organizations, “noted Bardwell in his initial message to the college. “Achieving ACHA certification should mark the recognition that this is an obligation to serve as an effective leader and mentor.”

