August 18, 2010

NOTE:    To obtain additional information on the cases listed below, the web address is www.MyFloridaLicense.com then click on “For Consumers.”   If you want to obtain a copy of the final order/action from the main web address you can click on Request Public Records and send an e-mail request to the Agency Clerk’s Office.

I.                   Unlicensed Cases

Carolina S. Aguilera

Case No. 2009-059475

Probable cause was found that Carolina S. Aguilera of Coral Gables, FL, is not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and is using the title architect on a website in the name of Sueiro Architectural Group, Inc..  A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Ms. Aguilera sign an affidavit stating that the website has been changed and will no longer offer such services in the future.  If Ms. Aguilera fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Build-Masters Group, LLC

Bruce C. Anderson

Case No. 2009-042409

Probable cause was found that Build-Masters Group, LLC and Bruce C. Anderson of Valrico, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services on its website.  A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Anderson sign an affidavit stating he has changed his website and will not offer these services in the future.  If Mr. Anderson fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Consultech & Associates, Inc.

Robert McGoldrick

Case No. 2009-034009

Probable cause was found that Consultech & Associates, Inc. and Robert McGoldrick of Tampa, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services on its website.  At the Probable Cause Panel meeting on May 12, 2010, Mr. McGoldrick was issued a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist, in which he has disputed. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Hart Homes Marketing, Inc.

Garrick Hart

Case No. 2009-061102

Probable cause was found that Hart Homes Marketing, Inc. and Garrick Hart of Ft. Lauderdale, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services on its website and other advertisements.  A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Hart sign an affidavit stating he has changed his advertisements and will not offer these services in the future.  If Mr. Hart fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Living Interior Design, Inc.

Celia C. Domenech

Case No. 2010-015837

Probable cause was found that Living Interior Design, Inc. and Celia C. Domenech of Miami, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and contracted to provide architectural services for a build out in a condominium.  Further, Ms. Domenech is offering these services through a corporation without a certificate of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed and a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist will be issued.

M E Construction, Inc.

Luke Miorelli

Case No. 2010-009243

Probable cause was found that M E Construction, Inc. and Luke Miorelli of West Melbourne, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida. Mr. Miorelli, a licensed general contractor, offered architectural services in a design build contract and on its website.  A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Mirorelli sign an affidavit stating he has changed his website to delete all references to such services.  If Mr. Miorelli fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Mizener Design & Consulting

Joseph R. Mizener

Case No. 2009-049248

Probable cause was found that Mizener Design & Consulting and Joseph R. Mizener of Miami Beach, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and are offering architectural services on its website.  A Notice and Order to Cease and Desist from offering architectural services was issued along with the requirement that Mr. Mizener sign an affidavit stating he has changed his website and will not offer these services in the future.  If Mr. Mizener fails to return the affidavit, an Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed.

Zureida Molina-Julio

Zands Design Concepts, Inc.

Case No. 2009-060440

Probable cause was found that Zureida Molina-Julio and Zands Design Concepts, Inc. of Tamarac, FL, are not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and contracted directly with the client to provide signed and sealed drawings for a residential project.  Further, Ms. Molina-Julio is offering these services through a corporation without a certificate of authorization. An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed and a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist will be issued.

Tarlos & Associates, Inc.

Chungsun Kang

Case No. 2009-046898

Probable cause was found that Tarlos & Associates, Inc. and Chungsun Kang of Irvine, CA, is not licensed to practice architecture in Florida and contracted to provide architectural services commercial project in Orlando.  Further, Mr. Kang is offering these services through a corporation without a certificate of authorization An Administrative Complaint seeking fines will be filed and a Notice and Order to Cease and Desist will be issued.

II.        Licensed Cases

A & E Support Services, Inc.

Donald F. Goodrich

Case No. 2009-044065

Probable cause was found that A & E Support Services, Inc. and Donald F. Goodrich of Ft. Myers, FL, have an active Florida certificate of authorization. However, the firm no longer employs a licensed architect.  A & E Support Services, Inc. continues to offer architectural services on its web site. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

Gayle Barr

Country Club Designers, Inc.

Case No. 2010-018220

Probable cause was found that Gayle Barr of Boca Raton, FL, is offering interior design services through a corporation without a certificate of authorization. Further, Ms. Barr was practicing on a delinquent license. Ms. Barr was issued a citation on May 27, 2010, which she is disputing. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

Gibson Midge Jones

Case No. 2009-043954

Probable cause was found that Gibson Midge Jones of Lighthouse Point, FL, a Florida licensed architect, is listed under the personnel section of an unlicensed firm that offers architectural services on its web site and enters into contracts to provide architectural services. Mr. Jones states that he is not an employee of the firm but does collaborate with the firm on projects. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

MAH & Associates, Inc.

Michael A. Heron

Case No. 2009-042325

Probable cause was found that MAH & Associates, Inc. and Michael A. Heron of Pembroke Pines, FL, have an active Florida certificate of authorization. However, the firm no longer employs a licensed architect.  A & E Support Services, Inc. continues to offer architectural services. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

James T. Melvin

Case No. 2010-012087

Probable cause was found that James T. Melvin of Cocoa, FL, a Florida licensed architect, had a Final Order entered against him on June 23, 2009. The Final Order requires Mr. Melvin to pay fines and costs along with a project list for his probation period. Mr. Melvin has not complied with the terms of the Final Order. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

David Putnam

Case No. 2010-001916

Probable cause was found that David Putnam of Titusville, FL, a Florida licensed architect, signed and sealed plans for a commercial project that were prepared by an unlicensed draftsman. Mr. Putnam has been unable to provide the proper documentation for signing and sealing drawings prepared outside of his office. After further review, the drawings were found to be negligent and not of a sufficiently high standard Also, Mr. Putnam’s title block is in violation. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.

Joel S. Schultz

Case No. 2009-060571

Probable cause was found that Joel S. Schultz of Delray Beach, FL, is a Florida licensed architect, who signed and sealed plans for a residential project that were prepared by an unlicensed draftsman without ever meeting with the client. Further, Mr. Schultz has been unable to provide the proper documentation for signing and sealing drawings prepared outside of his office. An Administrative Complaint seeking discipline will be filed.