U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy has announced members of the Beautifying Transportation Infrastructure Council (BTIC).
The council will advise the secretary on policy and design opportunities to build beautiful structures and restore the beauty of key transportation infrastructure, including highways, bridges, and transit hubs.
Members are:
- Chair: Justin Shubow, President, National Civic Art Society
- Bradley Cambridge, architect
- Maryam Ghyabi-White, CEO and President, Ghyabi Consulting and Management
- Bryan Jones, Mid-Atlantic Division President and Senior Vice President, HNTB Corporation
- Gary Meisner, President, Meisner+ Associates | Land Vision
- Jason Pike, Design Division Director, Texas Department of Transportation
- Peter Quintanilla, Vice President of Design Hub, Michael Baker International
- Kim Vierheilig, President of Buildings, STV, Inc.
“What happened to our country’s proud tradition of building great, big, beautiful things? It’s time the design for America’s latest infrastructure projects reflects our nation’s strength, pride, and promise,” said Duffy. “We’re engaging the best and brightest minds in architectural design and engineering to make beautiful structures that move you and bring about a new Golden Age of Transportation.”
The council will identify best practices, develop aesthetic performance metrics, and provide guidance on projects that enhance public spaces and reflect local character. The council will comprise of up to 11 members, who will serve two-year terms and may be reappointed.
