Wilson Butler Architects (WBA)

On behalf of Wilson Butler Architects, we extend our warmest wishes for a joyful holiday season spent with loved ones. May the New Year bring you all great success, good health, and countless moments of happiness.

From Pencils to Passports After an extraordinary 50-year career spanning the entertainment industry as a roadie, construction (as a finish carpenter), and architecture—culminating in the last 10 remarkable years with Wilson Butler Architects—Paul Vaivoda, AIA has decided it’s time to “put down his pencil” and step into the next chapter of life: retirement. He has been an outstanding mentor and a rare embodiment of true genuineness, leaving a lasting impact on everyone fortunate enough to work alongside him. Along with spending more time with his family, fly-fishing, hiking, tennis, and home renovation projects, travel with his wife will occupy much of his upcoming days of leisure. One of his travel goals will be to attend performances at the quintessential venues around the globe. We have a few ideas in mind but would like to hear from all of you about additional suggestions. Any suggestions?

The Cruise Ship Interiors 2024 Awards took center stage on December 5 at the CSI Design Expo Europe, uniting the design community to celebrate a remarkable year of creativity and innovation. We are thrilled to announce that The Pearl on #IconoftheSeas shone brightly, earning recognition for Best Onboard Experience: https://lnkd.in/eCbsEjQ2 Royal Caribbean International BREAKFAST Congratulations to all the winners!

Cruise Critic Announces 2024 Best in Cruise Award Winners Partnering with the best for the last 27 years. Royal Caribbean International Best Mainstream Cruise Line: Royal Caribbean International Best Entertainment: Royal Caribbean International Best New Ship: Royal Caribbean’s Icon of the Seas via Tripadvisor https://lnkd.in/eqdxBv8u

Excited to see everyone tonight at Boston City Hall!

What is an immersive experience? In a traditional theater, the performance is framed by the proscenium, often with a thrust stage extending slightly into the audience. By breaking this boundary and drawing the audience into the moment, the experience becomes more immersive. Royal Caribbean Group Celebrity Cruises

Exciting Update! Due to popular demand, we have moved our Town Hall event inside Boston City Hall, Lobby! 👍New Location: Boston City Hall, LOBBY Address: 1 City Hall Square, Boston, MA 02201 Date & Time: December 5, 5:30 - 7:00pm (with networking opportunities both before and after our key discussion). Join us for an inspiring discussion on how developers, government, and communities can collaborate to weave the arts into development projects, creating vibrant spaces, strengthening cultural identity, and adding lasting value to neighborhoods. Featuring Kara Elliott-Ortega & Michael J. Bobbitt 🏳️🌈🖤 Moderated by A. Scott Butler, AIA  

This Thanksgiving, we are grateful for the magic of the performing arts—the stories that move us, the music that inspires us, and the performances that celebrate life. Here is to the designers, artists, creators, and dreamers who make it all possible, one performance at a time. And a heartfelt thank you to YOU—our followers—for supporting, celebrating, and sharing with us. 

Recipe for a 175-metric-ton (386,000 lbs) Pearl on #IconoftheSeas? 💡 First it starts with an idea for an arrival experience (WBA). 👷♀️ Then it takes some creative collaboration in Finland with a brilliant structural engineering team (Meyer Turku) and meticulous technical outfitter (Mobimar Ltd). ✔️ Finally, it requires the largest kinetic sculptural installation by a group of talented Brooklyn artists (BREAKFAST). 🕐 Then you place it in a dry dock and patiently wait (about a year) for a ship to be built around it. 😊 Thanks to Royal Caribbean International for the opportunity!

🎉 Join us on December 5 for an exciting Town Hall event on how developers, government, and communities can come together to weave the arts into development projects! Discover how these partnerships create vibrant spaces, strengthen cultural identity, and add lasting value to our neighborhoods. 🌆🎨 This stimulating conversation will be led by Kara Elliott-Ortega & Michael J. Bobbitt 🏳️🌈🖤, and moderated by A. Scott Butler, AIA. 🙌 This is also an interactive event, so bring your ideas & experiences to share! 🍕🥤Plus, enjoy pizza and beverages during the networking portion! Let’s shape the future of our community together! #TownHallEvent #arts #CommunityGrowth 👍 Free and open to everyone.  Registration link: https://lnkd.in/e4JsAUp5 Acentech Perkins&Will @MassCulturalCouncil @CityofBoston