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CJS Architects is honored to be a part of significant projects throughout the community. The press our work receives is not only a testament to our impact on the area but also the relevance of our projects.

March 11, 2019

Historic Cooperage Complex Project Comes into Focus

Photographer Charlie Abbott has sent along some new images of the historic Cooperage complex, which will soon be the site of Ellicott Development Company’s mix of commercial, residential and recreational space.

March 8, 2019

Sotomayor, Jane Fonda inducted into National Women's Hall of Fame

Supreme Court Justice Sonia Sotomayor and actress Jane Fonda were inducted Friday in the annual National Women’s Hall of Fame.

January 25, 2019

Restaurants really are louder than ever. Here's what's being done about it.

All Rich Taczkowski wanted was a restaurant where he could enjoy a conversation, as well as a meal. As he explored restaurants in Buffalo, the downtown resident found suitable places seem in shorter supply these days.

January 15, 2019

Hobart and William Smith Colleges’ economic impact pegged at $254M

GENEVA — Hobart and William Smith officials say the Colleges continue to have a big impact on the regional and state economy — and they’re pointing to a recent report as bona fide proof.

January 2, 2019

New buildings that will reshape Rochester in 2019

Big changes are in store for the east side of downtown in 2019, with new hotels and apartments, development along the Inner Loop and more.

The new construction will focus along East Avenue, but extend over to University and down Alexander.