Emily Paparella, AIA, LEED AP

Experienced in master planning and design of multi-unit residential, mixed-use, and higher education projects, Emily is currently Project Executive on the three-phased re-conception of the Simmons University campus, including student residences and academic buildings. Previous projects include multi-unit residential Lantera at Boston Landing. Emily holds a Master of Architecture from MIT and Bachelor of Architecture

Paulo Rocha

Paulo Rocha joined KPMB Architects as a student in 1995, returning as a project architect following graduation from the University of Toronto in 1996. Early on Paulo distinguished himself as a strong designer. His unwavering pursuit of design excellence is rooted in his interest in materials and craftsmanship, in particular artistry in massing and composition.

Arpita Mitra

Arpita is a Boston-based architect and project manager with experience in residential, commercial, labs. and mixed-use projects. She is an advocate for sustainable construction and serves on Boston Society of Architects’ Mass Timber group and the ULI Climate Resiliency group. She has previously practiced in Seattle and New York City.

Seth Riseman

Seth has over 20 years of experience in mixed-use building and urban design projects around the world. As Director of Handel’s Boston Office, he oversees all the firm’s efforts in the region. Recent notable projects include the 2 Harbor Life Science Campus under construction in the South Boston Waterfront, which , when complete, will bring

Tamara Roy

Tamara is an architect and urban designer specializing in residential, academic, and mixed use master planning projects. Voted one of Boston’s Top 50 Power Women in Real Estate, she was the design team leader for the new residence tower at MassArt, described as ‘the most interesting highrise in years’ by the Boston Globe. She will

Rebecca Eriksen

Rebecca Eriksen, Associate at Elkus Manfredi Architects, specializes in architectural design for residential, hospitality, and commercial projects. In her ten years with the firm, her planning and design projects include Neiman Marcus Roosevelt Field, High Street in Atlanta, Regent Square in Houston, and The Shops & Restaurants at Hudson Yards. She is currently managing the

William Halter

Rob Halter is a Vice President at Elkus Manfredi Architects with 25 years of experience in architectural design for complex high-rise residential, mixed-use, and institutional projects. In addition to his role as senior project manager for The St. Regis Residences, Boston, Rob has led the design and planning of numerous large-scale precincts, residential towers, and

Andrea Hellerman

Andrea Hellerman brings more than ten years of experience in the design of various building typologies, building code research, building systems coordination, construction documentation development, and construction administration. Ms. Hellerman’s experience includes performance testing of enclosure systems as well as investigative testing to detect water infiltration. Her experience and knowledge of construction practices enables her

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Here are the top facades AN highlighted in 2021

With 71 facades articles published in 2021, it’s time to take a look at a few of AN ’s most popular and some whose projects feature unique materials and construction methods. Ranging from large dormitory projects by well-known firms to a projects that utilize local cork, thatch, and brick, the following list covers the full

Marguerite Lefevre

Marguerite joined COOKFOX in 2015 and has worked on a wide range of projects including large commercial offices, multi-residential and high-end residential projects, as well as various competitions. For the last three years she has worked on St. John’s Terminal. The project team has re-imagined this historic infrastructure as part of the next generation of

Vishwadeep Deo

Vishwadeep Deo joined Thornton Tomasetti as a Vice President in 2022, bringing over 20 years of global experience. He leads the design of façades across various sectors, including cultural, institutional, commercial, sports, aviation, transit, and residential. As a Façade Consultant, he investigates façade system designs that intersect analysis, fabrication, assembly, optimization, materiality, and computation—driving designs

Nick Brown

Nick is a Registered Architect with over 13 years of experience across a wide variety of project types, including multifamily residential, commercial office, hospitality, and mixed-use. He excels in leading multidisciplinary teams on large-scale projects and solving complex design and coordination challenges. His approach and attention to detail seek to maintain project goals and design

Molly Baum

Molly is a Project Manager at Moto with over 10 years of experience in the design and delivery of residential, commercial, and institutional projects. Having come to architecture by way of theater set design, she appreciates the narrative power of space and the opportunity for visual spectacle. She is detail-oriented and loves the complex processes

Rashida Ng

Rashida Ng is a Presidential Associate Professor of Architecture with the Weitzman School of Design at the University of Pennsylvania. A licensed architect and educator, Ng’s research lies at the intersection of the climate crisis and social justice. She considers the collective impact of the climate crisis and systems of racial oppression on architecture and

A corbelled brick facade makes waves on a Hyderabad apartment complex

Architect Sameep Padora and Associates Location Hyderabad, India Completion Date 2019 Brick Uma Brick Mangalore Aluminum Frame Windows Technical Windows Granite Sadar Ali Granite Looking out over the city and an adjoining park, the Mumbai-based Sameep Padora and Associates’ Sienna offers a novel apartment experience in Hyderabad, India’s Jubilee Hills neighborhood. A four-story building with

Tomer Diamant

As a Principal at Teeple Architects, Tomer Diamant leads projects in higher education, performing arts, residential and mixed-use development. Since joining the practice is 2008, Tomer has helped guide the design and implementation of award-winning projects including Tyler Hall, Morgan State University’s new 140,000 SF Student Services Center (Baltimore), and Langara College’s 130,000 SF Science