From left: Robert Sturns - City of Fort Worth (judge), Shannon Bearden - Tryba Architects (judge), Annie Hayes - VLK Architects, Molly DePuma - Huitt Zollars, Connor Boyle - TCU, Quantez Thomas - Texas Rangers Baseball, Ashleigh McDonald - Valliance Bank, Santiago Aguero - Pape-Dawson Engineers, Osaro Obayuwana - Fort Worth Housing Solutions, Lillie Biggins - former president of Texas Health Resources and former resident of Butler Place (judge), Andy Taft - Downtown Fort Worth, Inc. (judge), Mary-Margaret Lemons - Fort Worth Housing Solutions (judge).
On February 1, the Real Estate Council of Greater Fort Worth launched The 2024 Panther Den Urban Design Competition, culminating in a showcase of exceptional talent on February 29. This event spotlighted six teams of dynamic young professionals and students, all vying to reimagine the Butler Place Site with their innovative proposals.
This event underscores our commitment to nurturing innovation and leadership within the Fort Worth real estate community.
We extend our heartfelt thanks to everyone involved - from the dedicated planning committee and insightful expert panel to the esteemed judges and all the spirited competitors.
And the Winner Is... Team 5!
The highlight of the event was the announcement of the winning team, and it is with great pleasure that we congratulate this team for their outstanding proposal.
Santiago Aguero - Pape-Dawson Engineers
Connor Boyle - TCU
Molly DePuma - Huitt Zollars Inc
Annie Hayes - VLK Architects
Ashleigh McDonald - Valliance Bank
Osaro Obayuwana - Fort Worth Housing Solutions
Quantez Thomas - Texas Rangers Baseball
They showcased exceptional teamwork, innovative thinking, and a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities presented by the Butler Place Site.
A Special "Thank you" to our Judges
... And our Sponsors!
