DAVID TABER
David Taber began practicing architecture in Manhattan after receiving Master of Architecture from the University of Pennsylvania in 1991. As a designer and project architect at Gluckman Mayner Architects, David discovered his passion for designing custom single family residences. Working closely with gifted designers, craftsmen and artisans encouraged him to explore and refine his understanding of materials, space and light. Establishing relationships with internationally known artists, art collectors and design enthusiasts later proved beneficial, leading to future projects and collaborations.
During his time in Manhattan, Taber had the opportunity to work on a wide variety of projects including high end apartments, art galleries, historic restorations, island vacation homes, hotels, universities, and libraries. Taber was the project architect for two AIA award winners: The Robin Hood Foundation Library for PS192 Elementary School in Manhattan and the Noguchi Sculpture Garden Pavilion in Bridgehampton, NY.
In 2005, Taber and his wife Iona moved to Upstate New York to start a family and open his own private practice, where he continued to work on residential projects throughout New York and Connecticut.
In 2012, Taber and his family relocated to Seattle to work with long-time friend and colleague David Neiman. In 2013, Neiman Taber Architects was formed. Taber spearheads the custom single family studio, while Neiman leads the efforts for multi-family projects. Whether a high-end single family home or a budget driven addition, Taber continually strives for timeless, rational architecture enriched with flowing space, natural light and an inherent connection to its surroundings.
In addition to his architectural work, Taber maintains a lifelong interest in fine arts and furniture making. While in NYC, David founded a woodshop co-op for like-minded architectural colleagues, experimenting with materials, fabrication techniques and furniture design and construction. Several of these explorations found their way into architectural projects and one-off furniture commissions. In Saratoga, Taber began a collaboration with NYC artist Fred Wilson on a custom furniture and art display system for the Tang Museum and Art Gallery at Skidmore College in Saratoga Springs, NY.
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