THE FIFTH RESOURCE GROUP
ARCHITECTURAL SOLUTIONS
Architecture that gets built
The Fifth Resource Group provides discerning clients with creative solutions for architectural project development, property entitlement, and facilities management. A combined 50 years of experience as architects, designers, facility managers and project managers is brought to each project. Our collaborative approach sets egos aside and includes each client as a valued member of the team. We carefully listen and facilitate the necessary conversations so the best project specific solution is selected; the result being a completed project that exceeds client expectation without exceeding budget.
The Fifth Resource Group’s collaborative approach results in a synergy of ideas and passion producing a superior solution exceeding anything that could be achieved individually. A coordinated project implementation, offers the benefit of a single point of contact, resulting in better integration of capital, people, technology, and information.
From initial concept to completed project, The Fifth Resource Group is committed to the success of your project.
ARCHITECT / PRINCIPAL PARTNER
JIM HENDERSON, AIA, LEED AP
"Design is about realizing the hidden opportunities in each problem and developing innovative solutions to maximize those opportunities”
Jim Henderson studied at the University of Arizona in Tucson where he achieved a 5 year Bachelor of Architecture degree. During his education he took a special interest in passive solar techniques and focused on designing buildings that took advantage of the climatic characteristics of the region, minimizing energy consumption and maximizing the way the building performed for its occupants. He spent several years working as a Facility Manager and Project Manager in the role of Owner’s representative for Dell Computer Corporation. His experience in these rolls sets him apart from other architects. He brings this knowledge and experience to every project he undertakes.
Contact Jim Henderson directly
at: 707.483.0540 email: jamesh@fifthresource.com
personal web site: www.hendersonarchitect.com
PRINCIPAL PARTNER
JIM FORD, REA
“We build it right the first time”
With thirty-five years of demonstrated results in applying industrial engineering and construction project management techniques to designing, planning and managing facilities Jim has a proven ability to design and implement environments for success. These environments increase productivity and organizational effectiveness by making the facilities more responsive to user needs. He is proficient and experienced in lease negotiation, property acquisition or disposition, environmental assessment and remediation, strategic facility planning, budgeting, and asset management. His responsibilities have included interior design and space planning, construction and renovation, in-house moves and corporate relocations, site environmental and safety compliance, and security. Jim manages with imagination, foresight, and perseverance – He get things done right, the first time.
Contact Jim Ford directly
at: 707.484.1688
email: jimf@fifthresource.com
personal web site: www.fifthresourcegroup.com
SUPPORTING ARCHITECT
MICHAEL PALMER, AIA
“This is an exciting time to create new ideas and help to envision the future of Sonoma county.”
Michael Palmer has been part of the team, providing valuable design services to our clients since The Fifth Resource co-founder and architect Ed Sohl died suddenly in 2007. email: michaelp@fifthresource.com
