Pinnacle of profession
*Frank E. Lucas ’59
Spring 2007
Charleston architect Frank Lucas, FAIA, was inaugurated
as the 45th chancellor of the College of Fellows of the American Institute
of Architects, the first South Carolinian to hold the honor. He’ll serve
during AIA’s 150th anniversary.
Lucas is co-founder and chairman of LS3P ASSOCIATES LTD., one of the largest
architectural firms in the Southeast. He’s a recipient of S.C. AIA’s highest
award, the Medal of Distinction.
In addition to AIA, he’s held leadership roles in the Charleston Council
of Architects, State Board of Architectural Examiners, National Council of
Architectural Registration Boards, Hibernian Society and Foundation, the
S.C. and Charleston Chambers of Commerce, and other civic and professional
organizations. Lucas was honored by the Charleston Contractors Association
as Architect of the Year.
Lucas has served the University as president of the American Institute of
Architecture Students and on the Board of Visitors and President’s Advisory
Committee. In 1992, he received the Alumni Distinguished Service Award.