JCJ Architecture

JCJ is proud to have Emily Czarnecki, NCIDQ, Principal and Director of Interior Design, and Fawn Walton Pellegrini, AIA, LEED AP, MCPPO, Associate Principal and Senior Project Manager, presenting at the 2026 A4LE-Association for Learning Environments Northeast Annual Regional Conference this week.

On Wednesday, Emily and Fawn will lead the session, "Constraint to Opportunity: Value-Driven Learning Environments that Inspire Student Growth," exploring how thoughtful design, strong client partnerships, and strategic value engineering transformed two Boys & Girls Clubs of Hartford facilities into vibrant spaces that support learning, connection, and community pride.

Aligned with this year's conference theme, "Small Resources, Big Impact: Reimagining More with Less," the presentation will highlight lessons learned from creating high-impact educational and community environments within limited budgets, demonstrating how design can maximize value and social impact.

Emily and Fawn both look forward to sharing insights from these transformative projects and connecting with fellow education design professionals throughout the conference.