Category: Allied Member

Art Deco Dimensions was founded in 2005 by John Thomas. Mr. Thomas is a noted Art Deco Historian, author, lecturer and period preservation/design consultant specializing in the Art Deco and Streamline Moderne period 1925-1940.

Professional services include consulting for design, adaptive reuse, restoration, rehabilitation, preservation and reconstruction of Art Deco and Streamline Moderne cultural resources and historic properties in accordance with the Secretary of Interior Standards for the Treatment Historic Properties. Clients include developers, architects, real estate professionals, non profit organizations, community groups, government agencies, and homeowners.

Art Deco Dimensions is unique as we work to assemble a team of practicing professionals in architecture, engineering, and related fields to ensure project goals are achieved. Additionally, we have extensive experience working with local government officials to navigate all aspects for project development.

Professional Affiliations

Long Beach Heritage elected President Emeritus 2023 New Living Deal Research Board Member

American Institute of Architects Society of Architectural Historians American Planning Association

National Trust for Presrvation California Preservation Foundation

Commissioner-Economic Development Commission, Long Beach-Current

Chair-Long Beach, Community Investment Company-City of Long Beach-Current

Chair-Long Beach Community Investment Company-City of Long Beach, CA-2013-2019

Past President-Art Deco Society of Los Angles 2008-2016

Past Chairman, City of Long Beach Redevelopment Agency, 2007-2012

Awards

Honored as “Preservationist of the Year” by Long Beach Heritage, 2012

Services

• ADAPTIVE REUSE
• HABS/HAER DOCUMENTATION
• HISTORIC STRUCTURES REPORTS
• SECRETARY OF INTERIOR STANDARDS COMPLIANCE
• HISTORIC CONTEXT STATEMENTS
• HISTORIC RESOURCE SERVEY’S
• NATIONAL, STATE AND LOCAL LANDMARK NOMINATIONS
• MILLS ACT APPLICATIONS AND MONITORING
• ART DECO/STREAMLINE MODERNE DESIGN GUIDELINES
• ARCHITECTURAL HISTORIC COLOR ANALYSIS AND CONSULTATION SPECIFICATION
• PERIOD INTERIOR/EXTERIOR DESIGN

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As an Architectural Sales representative at Door Systems, I am dedicated to enhancing safety and compliance in complex construction projects. With a focus on high rises, multifamily buildings, and healthcare facilities, I deliver tailored solutions that prioritize the health, safety, and welfare of occupants. My expertise lies in promoting advanced fire protection products, including smoke and fire curtains and integrated fire doors, which play a critical role in safeguarding structures and their inhabitants.

Through engaging lunch and learn presentations, I collaborate with architecture and specification writing firms to provide valuable insights into code compliance challenges, specifically aligned with ICC and CBC standards. I am committed to building lasting relationships with architects, developers, general contractors, and code consultants to facilitate successful project outcomes.

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Carl Bjorck is a highly skilled professional in the building envelope industry, particularly with expertise in both traditional and cold fluid applied reinforced waterproofing and roofing. His role as a West Coast Regional Sales Manager focusing primarily on Southern California and surrounding states indicates a strong commitment to working with architects, consultants, and designers in the building envelope space. He’s excited about the opportunity to collaborate with the talented individuals in the AIA Long Beach and South Bay community.

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