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Richard Wittschiebe Hand | 13 commitment to relationships, but to be sure, those values are not only underscored in its relationship with clients, but also within its inner operations. In fact, for the last three years, RWH has been conferred with honors as an outstanding IDP firm; recognition of its training, mentoring and best practices in- volving intern development programs. Both Richard and Wittschiebe have also taken time to participate in a variety of char- ity events and mentoring programs which have put them square and center in front of a group of school children. Both agree that it is important for young girls to understand that architecture represents a meaningful career alternative, which may not always be at the forefront of their considerations. As impor- tant as it may be for girls to understand that professional opportunities exist for women, Wittschiebe says, “It is also important for young boys to realize that too.” In terms of the future, Richard says RWH will continue to be drawn toward projects that are not only design intense, but those that foster teamwork, promote sustainability and pose challenges that will enable her team to effectively demonstrate the range of the company’s service capabilities. As Richard says, “For us, the focus has always been more about the people we’re working with as op- posed to the project... it’s never been about the end-design, but understanding what the client needs and wants, and then, incorpo- rating that into the design and bringing it to life.” In so doing, as Wittschiebe affirms, “We can accomplish anything.” Ross Street House (Zane Williams, Photographer)