Alumni Profiles

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.Frank E Lucas

 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.