News: Honoring the Remarkable Career of Doug Thimm
Driving through Utah you’ll see dozens of designs by legendary Architect, Doug Thimm. The West Quarter, Hardware Village, Liberty Crest, Brickyard, and the currently-under-construction One Burton are just a glimpse of Doug’s notable projects in downtown Salt Lake City living spaces. In his earlier career, Doug left his mark on iconic structures like The Gateway Shopping Center and later the Utah Data Center. His influence is also evident in various projects at Tech Ridge in southern Utah.
“Because of Doug, so many people have a better place to live, work and enjoy life, and so many communities are better places to be!” -Mihnea Dobre, Principal at Architectural Nexus.
Concluding his 40-year architectural career, Doug celebrated his next step into retirement last night. Friends, family, and colleagues gathered at Architectural Nexus in Salt Lake City to commemorate not just Doug’s designs, but also his mentorship and profound relationships. Arch Nexus Senior Principal, David Abraham, who collaborated closely with Doug for many years, delivered a heartfelt farewell speech, expressing how much he’ll miss this special individual with boundless energy, character, and integrity.
From the time he was 12 years old, Doug knew he knew he wanted to be an architect. “Going to work didn’t feel like a job because I got to do what I loved,” said Doug. “Every day was the Best Day of my Life.” This attitude showed in each aspect of Doug’s work. The entire team at Architectural Nexus extend their sincere appreciation for Doug and wish him the very best in his continued adventures.
