Tom Daly

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About Tom Daly

Tom Daly is a distinguished architect that has advanced the architectural profession with a career marked by expertise in creative solutions and complex problem-solving delivered through intentional leadership. A Principal at the Chicago-based firm Valerio Dewalt Train, Tom Daly is a key figure in the firm's operations managing their financials, accounting, contract reviews and negotiations. Additionally, he is a leader in project management and technical advising and is recognized for his proficiency in a variety of project delivery methodologies. Daly is instrumental in the firm's adoption of advanced rendering and virtual reality technologies, is the co-founder of their Collaborative Design Workshop, a program designed to improve technical outcomes and develop young staff, and is a leader of their Affordable Housing studio.His extensive portfolio includes urban mid-rise residences, transformative office building renovations, and student housing complexes. Notable award-winning projects include; the Ford Calumet Environmental Center in Chicago, IL, 25 W. Main/The Pressman development in Madison, WI, the Seven27 urban residences in Madison, WI, and Rita Atkinson Residences for the University of California San Diego. At Chicago’s renowned Shedd Aquarium, Daly has overseen the renovations and additions at Chicago’s renowned Shedd Aquarium for their new visitor experience. His affordable housing work for the Austin neighborhood of Chicago was recently recognized by the city’s “Invest Southwest” initiative for excellence in design.Daly earned his Bachelor of Science in Architecture from the University of Virginia and his Master of Architecture from the University of Illinois at Chicago. He is also a LEED Accredited Professional and registered with NCARB.