Daniel LaRossa is an Associate Principal at Group 4 with deep experience leading library projects, including the recent transformation of the Cincinnati Main Library.  Below are Daniel’s reflections after travelling to Aarhus for NEXT Library 2025.  I recently traveled to Aarhus, Denmark to attend NEXT Library 2025, where I co-led a conference with Director Paula..

At our September celebration of Group 4’s 50th anniversary, we reflected on our journey through five decades of collaboration with communities, clients, and colleagues to plan and design innovative public architecture. As we look to the next 50 years, we are excited to share the next evolution of firm leadership. Group 4 is proud to..

Foster City takes its final step to realize their vision for a new recreation center.  Last week, the City Council unanimously voted to award the construction contract to BHM Construction. Having received favorable bids, the Council direction included sustainable features for the project that supports the City’s updated climate action plan goals. This significant milestone..

This year marks a significant milestone for Group 4 Architecture, Research + Planning, Inc., as we celebrate our 50th anniversary. From our humble beginnings in 1974 to our current position as a leader in community-focused architecture, our journey has been one of growth, innovation, and collaboration. From the outset, Group 4 has embraced a low-ego,..

Group 4 Architecture, in collaboration with JKAE Architecture, is excited to move to the next phase of work for the Truckee Regional Library. This project embodies a forward-thinking vision rooted in community feedback and local history. As detailed in a recent article from the Sierra Sun, this project is more than just the construction of..

The opening of the new 30,000-square-foot Marksbury Family Branch of the Lexington Public Library in March 2024 marked a significant milestone for the Cardinal Valley neighborhood. Built on the footprint of the original Village Branch, the new library was shaped by extensive community engagement to address the unique needs of Lexington’s diverse population. It features..

We are thrilled to announce the grand opening of the renovated Cincinnati-Hamilton County Public Library’s downtown Main Library, a transformative project designed by Group 4. This flagship destination reflects priorities that formed the basis for the master planning process, including diversity, inclusion, transparency, a customer focused service model, and operational sustainability. The comprehensive re-imagining is..

Welcome the latest Associate to the Group 4 leadership team Group 4 is excited to announce the promotion of Nicole Ghiselli to Associate in recognition of her emerging leadership, proven skills, and commitment to Group 4’s mission and design excellence. Nicole has exemplified the skills and spirit that Group 4 clients and communities know and..

Group 4’s frequent flyer miles are collecting fast and not slowing down anytime soon. Group 4 Principal David Schnee recently presented at the NEXT Library Festival in Aarhus, Denmark on creating dynamic children’s playspaces in libraries that reflect their community’s values and culture. David will be presenting a similar session to local California library leaders..