Aprille Balangue

L.C., Principal, Director of Business Development

Bio

“I find great fulfillment in cultivating strong relationships with our industry partners and seeing people thrive in the spaces we create.”

As principal at TFWB Engineers, Aprille Balangue has led the team on numerous educational, multi-use, civic, and other commercial projects. She has over 15 years of electrical design experience in power distribution, communications systems, audio-visual, fire alarm, security, access control, and architectural lighting design. She enjoys working closely with the client and the design team to deliver integrated solutions that are smart, sustainable, and within budget.

Aprille is the lead lighting designer for her firm and enjoys collaborating with architects and interior designers to create an illuminated environment that meets both aesthetic and functional goals. She keeps abreast of the latest trends and technologies in lighting design. She brings innovative solutions to the table, such as human-centric lighting, acoustic lighting, LLLC, wireless, and disinfection lighting systems.

Aprille holds a Bachelor of Science in Electronics and Communications Engineering from the University of Baguio, Philippines. She is a Lighting Certified Professional through the NCQLP. She has also served as an ACE mentor for students who want to explore the world of architecture, construction, and engineering. She seeks to empower students to create a positive impact in their learning environment and community. She has enjoyed being a guest lecturer for capstone students at the University of Washington. She is also an active member of A4LE and IES and has served as a judge for the IES Illumination Awards.

Aprille loves spending time with her family, serving in her community, and engaging with people. Growing up as a Filipino and an Igorot, her rich cultural heritage has greatly influenced her affinity for people of diverse backgrounds.

 

Latest Blog

TFWB Engineers July 27, 2022

TFWB’s Summer Team Building Event

Last week, we all joined our Summer Team Building Event. We started with a hike at Rattlesnake Ledge Trail. We… Read More

Paul McIntosh June 23, 2022

Tiny Tots is certified as LEED Silver

We are proud to announce that the Tiny Tots Development Center project in Othello has been LEED Silver certified! This… Read More

Aprille Balangue June 16, 2022

Iconic Green Lake Branch of the Seattle Public Library is now out to bid!

Built in 1909, the 9,557-square-foot, two-story building is in need of a full set of seismic updates and other renovations…. Read More

Aprille Balangue May 26, 2022

Career Day at Snoqualmied Middle School

TFWB Principal Aprille Balangue took the 7th graders into the world of electrical engineering. She talked about the work that… Read More

TFWB Engineers May 18, 2022

Remembering Jim Travis

All of us at TFWB Engineers unite in honoring Jim Travis, Principal Emeritus, who passed away on February 21, 2022…. Read More

TFWB Engineers May 13, 2022

New Bellingham School District Office Building is now out to bid!

This $40 million project consists of a 53,000-square-foot building with administrative offices, an early childhood learning center, and meeting spaces… Read More

Aprille Balangue April 26, 2022

Fircrest Community Center Grand Opening

The community of Fircrest gathered with pride and excitement to celebrate the grand opening of its brand-new Community Center. On… Read More