Civic & Cultural
EXPERTISE
COMMUNITY
Elevating shared spaces
At 125 years old, our roots are firmly planted within our community. We believe wholeheartedly in the power of design to elevate shared spaces into meaningful gathering places. Working with and alongside stakeholders, our designers revitalize and preserve artifacts and architectural treasures central to the identity of neighborhoods and communities, leveraging the power of many voices to cultivate consensus and imbue meaning.
From public parks and plazas to contemplative memorials, museums, and more, we understand the impact of space as a tool to educate, empower, and energize all those who live, work, and play there.
KEY SERVICES
Architecture
Interior Design
MEP Engineering
Masterplanning
Architectural Graphics
Sustainable Design
Building Envelope + Forensics
Historic + Adaptive Reuse
RELATED PROJECTS
Work in our Communities
TEAM
Leadership

Burt Pinnock
FAIA, NOMA
Principal | Chairman of the Board
Burt Pinnock’s passion for design has created award-winning work for countless communities, from historic sites and cultural institutions to forward-thinking companies and inspiring foundations. With a firm grasp on contextual design, Burt’s work is rooted in the belief that architecture can provide solutions and change to cultural challenges. His approachable attitude and friendly smile have opened many doors as both a speaker and design leader. He is the Chairman of the Commonwealth of Virginia’s Art and Architectural Review Board and is the cofounder of Storefront for Community Design, among many other volunteer engagements. For Burt, architecture and design isn’t a job; it’s his personal contribution to the wellbeing and vitality of our communities.

Anca Lipan
AIA, LEED AP BD+C
Associate | Studio Director
With the philosophy that the most powerful designs are those that are contextual, Anca brings passion and precision to her role as architect and Studio Director. A scholarly designer with a global perspective, her wealth of knowledge has led her to share the world of architecture with others through the ACE Mentor program, AIA Front Porch, Architecture Week, and other community outreach programs and student architecture camps for the past 15 years. She currently serves on the AIA Virginia Board of Directors.

Eric Haley
PE, CEM
Principal
Eric Haley believes that integrated design approaches are simply good for business. As director of engineering, Eric leads collaborative teams to deliver comprehensive solutions where form and function are equals. A powerful advocate for sustainability, Eric works closely with clients to help them understand not only the environmental benefits of going green but the financial savings they’ll see over the lifetime of their systems, making sustainability measure achievable for all. A renaissance man who loves tennis, cooking, and Star Wars, Eric brings an approachable and relatable perspective to his work on complex systems for projects large and small.