Congratulations to Lucas Daugherty on earning his PE license
2RW is thrilled to share that Lucas Daugherty has achieved his Professional Engineer (PE) license. Lucas spent two years with 2RW as a mechanical engineer intern before joining us full-time right out of college. Lucas is highly motivated and a fast learner; he’s known for his steadfast work ethic and positive attitude. Lucas brings a […]
2025: A Year of Growth, Connection, and Purpose
As 2025 comes to a close, 2RW is reflecting on a year defined by momentum, collaboration, and growth. Now in our 40th year, we remain as energized as ever by the projects, partnerships, and people that continue to shape our story. This year, we strengthened our regional presence by opening our new Richmond office, […]
Carrier Library Nears Its Next Major Milestone
Carrier Library is moving steadily toward its next milestone. With interior systems running and temperature conditioning underway, the building is almost ready for turnover to the owner at the end of this year, allowing early access to begin installing finishes, placing furniture and equipment, and staging collections. This phase marks a major step toward the […]
Topping-Out Milestone Reached for ACPS’s New ACE Academy
We’re excited to celebrate the topping-out milestone for Albemarle County Public Schools’ new ACE Academy. This 60,000 SF state-of-the-art facility will provide hands-on, career-focused learning for high school students across Albemarle County. Designed to support programs in engineering, robotics, health sciences, culinary arts, and more, the academy represents a major investment in innovative and sustainable […]
40 Years of Purpose, Partnership, and Progress
This year marks 2RW’s 40th anniversary, a milestone that reflects four decades of purposeful design, sustainable growth, and lasting partnerships across the Mid-Atlantic. Founded in 1985 by Bob Crowell and Bob Somers, 2RW was built on a simple yet powerful idea: that engineering should be right-sized, responsive to client needs, budgets, and community goals. That […]
New Richmond Office, Strengthening Local Partnerships
As 2RW celebrates its 40th anniversary, we’re marking this milestone with the opening of a new office in Midlothian, VA, extending our ability to serve customers and projects across the Greater Richmond area. The decision reflects both our growing presence and our commitment to purposeful, sustainable growth. Richmond has long been central to 2RW’s work, […]
Celebrating Progress at the Manning Institute of Biotechnology
https://2rw.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/03/Biotech-Loop.mp4 2RW was honored to join the University of Virginia and project partners last week to celebrate the topping off of the Manning Institute of Biotechnology, a milestone marking the completion of the building’s structural frame. As an MEP engineering firm for this transformative facility, we’re proud to support UVA’s vision for advancing biomedical research […]
Charlottesville Fire Station No. 1 Ribbon Cutting
We were proud to join the Charlottesville Fire Department and members of the community for the ribbon cutting of the new Charlottesville Station No. 1, a celebration of teamwork across City departments, architects, contractors, and engineers. The morning was filled with excitement and gratitude as city leaders reflected on the collaboration that brought this essential […]
One Year Later: UVA’s Newest Dorms Deliver Comfort and Efficiency
Nearly a year later, UVA’s newest residence halls are delivering on their promise. Since students moved into the Gaston and Ramazani Student Residence Halls in August 2024, the two-building complex has provided more than 340 beds, a 300-seat dining facility, and a comfortable, energy-efficient environment—right in the heart of UVA’s sustainable Green Street District. […]
Topping-Out Ceremony for UVA’s Karsh Institute of Democracy
Last week, we joined Hourigan Construction, UVA leadership, and the project team to celebrate a major milestone: the final steel beam was lifted into place atop the Karsh Institute building in the Emmet-Ivy Corridor. The topping-out ceremony marks a key construction milestone, symbolizing the completion of the Karsh building’s structural frame. Rooted in centuries-old tradition, […]
