Muskegon, Mich. (June 15, 2007) - Buddy Huyler, AIA , has joined Hooker DeJong Architects & Engineers as a Lead Project Architect for the firm. Formerly with Beta Design of Grand Rapids, Buddy has extensive background in the design of governmental, educational, recreational, and corporate facilities throughout the region. At Hooker DeJong, Buddy will lead a studio team focusing on a variety of projects within the firms’ core market sectors including educational, governmental, health services, and housing projects.“Buddy is an extremely talented and seasoned architect with an impressive portfolio”, says David Layman, President & CEO of Hooker DeJong. “He also has a keen understanding of the importance of client service and a knack for building trust and long-term relationships which aligns perfectly with the core values of the firm. I’m thrilled that Hooker DeJong was able to attract his kind of talent”.