Paul Chapel

Biography: Paul Chapel Principal BOKA Powell Dallas, TX Paul Chapel is a leader for BOKA Powell's growing architecture practice based in Dallas, Texas. Mr. Chapel has over 26 years of experience in the architecture profession and has successfully guided several complex architectural projects through redevelopment initiatives. He is a proponent of sustainable design solutions and encourages a consensus building approach with stakeholders. Mr. Chapel holds a Bachelor of Architecture Design Option from Texas Tech University. He is also registered as an Architect for the states of Texas and Oregon and holds a LEED Accredited Professional Certification. Mr. Chapel is a member of the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), American Institute of Architects (AIA), Texas Society of Architects, Urban Land Institute and International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC). He supports the Urban Land Institute's mission to support the local development community. In the past, Paul has chaired the Portland AIA Design Awards/Architecture Week program(s), served on its Board of Directors and facilitated workshops on Transit Oriented Development. He has also been involved with mentoring architectural students through online Design Studio critiques and led practice-exam workshops on site development. Paul is the recipient of several notable awards. He was the recipient of the AIA Portland Award for Outstanding Service to the Profession and received the city of Portland Mayor's Commendation of Excellence. His work has received design award recognition by both the AIA and the construction community for its excellence, sensitivity and practicality. During his tenure at BOKA Powell, Paul has brought forth extensive experience in design/planning on a wide variety of project types including Mixed-Use, Hospitality, Retail, Housing, Corporate, Sports Facilities, Municipal, Industrial, and Medical