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Carol Fisher's Bio
Carol Fisher, president, EIT
I have been practicing design at various scales for more than twenty years, and I have participated hands-on in construction since starting effortless design, inc. Much of my interest revolves around the ability of design to improve construction of various types. Often today construction proceeds without planning and design, and the result is generally a poor investment with missed opportunity that does not hold up overtime. In contrast the nineteenth century buildings around us were built by master builders understanding plan books with experienced craftsmen. Today the plan books have been replaced by a design education that can synthesize more systems and requirements, and this is what every property owner should want when undertaking a construction project. The basis of the process is engaged collaboration with the owners' needs and wishes, combined with creative curiosity. This is the motivation of my work.
While practicing design at the community-level, we work with institutions and organizations to strengthen the community and bring about new projects. These include:
Boston Architectural College - Presently serving on the Practice Faculty. We have hired interns, taught workshops and curated exhibits Shelter & Beyond and Spirit Matters at the BAC.
University of Massachusetts, Dartmouth, MA - Charter member of the Southeastern Massachusetts Council on Sustainability and collaborator with Office of Campus and Community Sustainability. BPI Field Test Proctor.
South End Business Association - Board member since 2007 working with other New Bedford small business owners to network, buy local, and physically improve the South End business district.
Theosophical Society in Boston - A place to meditate on group work including serving on the board for six years. Provided renovations to meditation hall and insulating attic with recycled material. see photos