Janelle Cleary

On November 14th, 2025, the American Institute of Architects - Central New York Chapter hosted their annual Celebration of Architecture at the Timber Banks Golf Club in Baldwinsville, NY. The event acknowledged   Architectural Design Award Winners and celebrated the achievements in design excellence by Architects in Central New York. They honor the Architects, Consultants, & Clients who work together to create and enhance our building environments.   SMSA Architects was the recipient of the...

On October 23, 2025, SUNY Upstate Medical University unveiled two bronze sculptures by internationally renowned artist Carolyn Palmer , celebrating two trailblazing women in medicine — Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell and Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser — who embody the very essence of possibility. Dr. Elizabeth Blackwell was the first woman in the United States to earn a medical degree, breaking barriers for generations of women to follow. Dr. Sarah Loguen Fraser , the first African American woman to...

Why do you need a building permit? Building Permits are essential when it comes to new builds, additions and renovations to ensure the safety of the structure as well as compliance with the state and city codes. Although not all projects require building permits, they frequently do, so before beginning construction always check with the local code enforcement officer. Failure to submit building permit applications can result in unstable structures, increased expenses and construction time...