Meet Our Team
Lavallee Brensinger Architects is comprised of a group of professionals whose contributions to each project and client relationship are critical to our success. Our enduring reputation for design excellence and commitment to client service is a result of the collective strengths, passion, and experience of our team.
Alex Stevens
Interior Designer
Allison Wilber
Business Development Coordinator
Anne Ketterer
RA, Project Manager, Associate
Profile
Anne’s approach to design merges clever and thoughtful planning with meticulous project management. She brings a perspective to her clients and projects that is influenced by her experience with public, private, and independent educational environments.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x140
- anne.ketterer@lbpa.com
Ashley Sayers
Interior Designer
Aura Huot
Director of People & Culture
Profile
Aura is the Director of People & Culture at Lavallee Brensinger Architects. She is an influential, curious, tactical, and strategic business professional with broad understanding of people and business environments. Aura loves to translate opportunities into action to drive strategy, process improvement, employee experience, engagement, diversity, equity, inclusion, communication, financials, technology, and organizational mission.
Aura received her Bachelor of Science in Business Management and Masters of Science in Leadership from Granite State College.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x123
- aura.huot@lbpa.com
Barry Brensinger
AIA, Design Principal
Profile
Barry joined the firm in 1978. Healthcare planning and design have been his professional focus for more than 35 years. Barry has been repeatedly honored as a community leader through his dedicated work with various not-for-profit organizations. Under his guidance, the firm’s Healthcare Design Group has become among the most experienced healthcare planning and design teams in the region.
Barry holds a Master of Architecture degree from Harvard University and a Bachelor of Arts in Design from Dartmouth College.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x101
- barry.brensinger@lbpa.com
Ben Patane
AIA, Senior Project Manager
Bonnie Brown
Business Administrator
Brenda Braun
NCARB, AIA, Associate
Brooke DeYoung
Project Designer
Carmine DeBlasi
RA, NCARB, Senior Associate
Profile
Carmine ensures each of our projects, from start to finish, are guided by experienced technical oversight and a deliberate Quality Control process. Carmine carefully reviews documents during each phase of project development for technical accuracy, conformance with Owner’s building standards, and constructibility; determination of applicable codes and regulations and related analysis; participation in meetings with regulatory authorities; material research and specifications; and team consultations regarding technical details.
Carmine holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x116
- carmine.deblasi@lbpa.com
Chris Drobat
AIA, LEED AP, President, Workplace & Science + Technology Studio Leader
Profile
Chris is the President of Lavallee Brensinger Architects and oversees the Workplace & Science + Technology Studio. As a champion of excellent design, Chris guides teams for the advancement of sustainability and innovation. As an engaged leader, he ensures projects have the full talent and resources of the firm necessary for success, with the goal of exceeding client expectations. His passion and commitment guide project teams to discover solutions that empower clients to make a difference for our future, and the lives of many!
Chris holds a Master of Architecture degree from the University of NY at Buffalo and a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Engineering from the University of Hartford.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x108
- chris.drobat@LBPA.com
Christina Mellor
IIDA, NCIDQ, LEED AP, Director of Interior Design, Associate
Profile
Christina is an accomplished professional Interior Designer serving a wide range of public and private clients. She brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to design strategy implementation; encouraging user group interaction and enhancing our client’s overall experience. Christina offers unique ways to integrate finish materials, colors, way-finding, and acoustics into a fun and sustainable interior design process. As a LEED® accredited professional, all her projects consider sustainable materials and long-term value. Christina is also very involved with the community, serving as a Board Member for the Mental Health Center of Greater Manchester.
Christina holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from the University of Kentucky.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x143
- christina.mellor@lbpa.com
Courtney Carrier
Associate AIA, Project Designer
Dale Doller
AIA, LEED AP, Senior Project Architect
Danielle Santos
AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP, Managing Principal, Healthcare Studio Leader
Profile
Danielle Santos is an experienced Project Manager with more than 15 years of expertise in healthcare design. She has worked with a wide variety of clients creating environments that allow for an excellent level of care and service. On each project, Danielle strives to design facilities that are safe, comforting, and efficient.
Danielle holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University School of Architecture.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x207
- Danielle.Santos@lbpa.com
David Harris, Jr.
RA, LEED AP BD+C, Project Manager, Associate
Profile
Listening to a client’s needs and then transforming their vision into a reality is made possible through his extensive project experience, thorough understanding of the building process, and proven track record leading numerous educational project types, including occupied phased renovations and additions.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x111
- david.harris@LBPA.com
Desirea Falt
AIA, LEED AP, Project Architect
Doug Shilo
AIA, LEED AP BD + C, Associate
Profile
Doug uses the latest technology and standards to deliver creative, sustainable solutions on every project. As our Sustainability Leader, he guides the firm in how to design high-performance, low-impact projects, and specializes in envelope detailing. Doug also champions Lavallee Brensinger’s 2030 commitment with the AIA.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x148
- Doug.Shilo@lbpa.com
Dylan Brown
Project Designer
Elizabeth Asmus
Marketing Assistant
Ella Everett
Marketing Coordinator
Emmaly Pense
NCIDQ, Interior Designer
Eric Giuliano
Project Designer
Profile
Eric specializes in client relationships, project management, project documentation and detailing, and construction administration. Eric is a LEED® accredited professional whose knowledge of sustainable design, coupled with his experience in project management, translates to sustainable, cost-effective building projects.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x210
- Eric Giuliano
Eric LeBlanc
RA, NCARB, USGBC LEED AP BD+C, Project Architect
Profile
As an avid researcher of 21st Century teaching methods, Eric approaches school design as a dialogue between curriculum and space resulting in creative and enriching learning environments.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x141
- eric.leblanc@lbpa.com
Irene Suescum
Co-Op Architect
Jason Bennett
Project Designer
Jay Doherty
AIA, LEED AP BD + C, Principal
Profile
Jay brings experience in orchestrating project teams and detailing complex projects. His expertise in leading the team of engineers, consultants, and designers enables the project design to translate into the built environment while staying true to the client’s vision.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450
- jay.doherty@lbpa.com
Jeff Burtt
Project Architect, Associate
Profile
Jeff creates dynamic spaces that incorporate technology, sustainability, and design. He is able to listen to a client’s needs and translate their vision into the design.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x208
- jeff.burtt@lbpa.com
Jeff Galvin
AIA, ACHA, EDAC, LEED AP, Managing Principal
Profile
Jeff specializes in healthcare planning and design, and is an instrumental team leader with excellent project management skills. He is one of Lavallee Brensinger’s 14 LEED® Accredited Professionals and lends his experience to many of our sustainable projects. His attention to detail, outstanding client service, and disciplined task and budget management allows him to consistently deliver successful projects.
Jeff holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Norwich University.
Contact Information
- 207.558.7200 x301
- jeff.galvin@lbpa.com
Jennifer Plume
Project Architect
Joan Eagleson
RA, Principal, Senior Living Studio Leader
Profile
Joan Eagleson is a healthcare Programmer and Planner with more than 30 years of experience and specialized expertise in Behavioral Health and Senior Living design. She works to create environments that allow staff the ability to provide an excellent level of care, and for patients and families to feel safe and comfortable.
In 2015, Joan chaired Lavallee Brensinger Architects’ “Safe Therapeutic Environments†round table. This event provided a forum for clinicians, administrators, facility managers, architects, contractors, policy specialists, and industry product experts to collaborate in an effort to usher in real, thoughtful change that will influence future outcomes of behavioral healthcare treatments.
Joan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural Technology from the New York Institute of Technology.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x149
- joan.eagleson@lbpa.com
Joe Britton
RA, Vice President
Profile
Joe is one of our Vice Presidents and a senior member of Lavallee Brensinger’s Healthcare Design Group. For more than 30 years, his singular professional focus has been healthcare planning and design. His commitment and passion for patient-centered care brings insight and current knowledge to each project.
Joe holds a Bachelor of Architectural Engineering degree from Wentworth Institute of Technology.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x115
- joe.britton@LBPA.com
Joe Britton III
RA, Project Manager, Associate
Profile
Joe strives to develop a clear understanding of project goals, and to explore all ideas with an open mind in the development of the best possible design.
Contact Information
- 207.558.7200 x303
- Joe.Britton.Jr@lbpa.com
John Adams III
LEED AP, Project Designer
Profile
John is a Project Designer with over 20 years of experience. He strives to develop a clear understanding of project goals and to explore all ideas with an open mind to develop the best possible design. John creates dynamic spaces that incorporate technology, sustainability, and design.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x128
- John.Adams@lbpa.com
John Georgacopoulos
Project Designer
John Harper
AIA, Senior Associate
Profile
With over 25 years experience, John has managed a variety of projects throughout the Northeast. As the firm’s most experienced Project Manager, he has a unique depth of experience and skills that consistently lead to successful project delivery. Intimately engaged with the project from the very first design session to the day the key to the front door is given to the owner, John’s focus on each project includes listening to all constituent groups, then fostering a design process and built environment that embodies each project’s unique technological and artistic vision.
John is highly regarded by clients for his thorough attention to detail, effective project management style, and wonderful sense of humor.
John holds a Bachelors degree from Boston Architectural Center.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x127
- john.harper@lbpa.com
Julia Richards
Project Designer
Julie Spence
AIA, Project Architect, Associate
Profile
Julie is exceptionally talented at crafting educational designs that are creative and inspirational, and that reflect the vision defined by the institution and community.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x117
- julie.spence@lbpa.com
Kate Schade
Project Designer / IT Coordinator
Kathleen Porter
Director of Business Development
Profile
Kathleen’s passion for marketing and business development within the A/E/C industry has made her a respected innovator and an asset as our Director of Business and Community Development. She is a self-declared people person who enjoys being a part of solutions, making connections, and sharing her in-depth knowledge with clients, consultants, and colleagues. The former Chapter President for the Society for Marketing Professional Services brings more than 26 years of experience as a community volunteer, board member, and activist. She is happiest when she is an integral part of solving problems.
Kathleen holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science from California State University, Northridge.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x106
- kathleen.porter@lbpa.com
Keri Pappalardo
Director of Marketing
Profile
Keri directs the firm’s proposal and interview process and collaborates with senior management in marketing strategy, business development and strategic planning.
Keri holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Communications with a Concentration in Marketing from New England School of Communications, Husson University.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x132
- Keri.Pappalardo@lbpa.com
Lance Whitehead
AIA, Managing Principal, K-12 Studio Leader
Profile
For over 15 years Lance has specialized in the design of educational environments, educational programming, long range planning, and complex implementation. He is creative and passionate about education and design, with a strong belief that beautiful, enlightened, educational environments are critical to the purpose they serve. Lance is a thoughtful listener and someone who easily engages faculty, staff, and constituents.
He has a long-standing reputation for exceptional client service, quality control, and unsurpassed project management.
Lance holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Oklahoma State University.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x147
- lance.whitehead@lbpa.com
Leigh Sherwood
AIA, NCARB, LEED AP, Principal
Profile
For 30 years Leigh has guided public and private education clients through visioning, campus master planning, educational programming, and creative concept exploration. He particularly enjoys transforming plans into built projects that are as unique as the communities they serve. As an inclusive listener, Leigh strives to understand differing viewpoints while also creating consensus. He declares a project successful if: faculty, students, staff, and parents are actively engaged throughout the process, the completed project meets client’s needs, and it provides optimal value for the entire community.
Leigh holds a Master of Architecture from Yale University and a Bachelor of Architecture from Syracuse University.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x212
- leigh.sherwood@LBPA.com
Lily Polakiewicz
Marketing Coordinator
Lindsay Woodward
Project Designer
Matthew Gilligan
Co-Op Architect
Michael Pednault
RA, Project Manager
Profile
With over 15 years of experience, Michael has managed a wide variety of project types, scales, and budgets, from small interior fit-ups to large scale facilities with complex systems and logistical coordination. He is known for being meticulous, punctual, and passionate about executing intricate designs within budget and on schedule.
Michael holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree with a Minor in Art from Norwich University.
Contact Information
- 207.558.7200 x302
- michael.pednault@lbpa.com
Michelle Moore
MBA, Director of Finance
Profile
Michelle is an established financial and accounting professional with over twenty-five years of experience. Leading the financial operations of the firm, Michelle enjoys establishing and maintaining accounting systems. Michelle oversees all accounts, ledgers, and reporting systems ensuring compliance with appropriate accounting standards and principles.
Michelle holds a Master of Business Administration degree, with a Certificate in International Business from Southern New Hampshire University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Accounting from Rivier University.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x142
- Michelle.Moore@lbpa.com
Nancy Deihle
Accounts Payable Specialist
Nico Flannery-Pitcher
IIDA, NCIDQ, EDAC, Senior Associate
Profile
With over 15 years of experience Nico is an accomplished Interior Designer, Manager, and Space Planner with a career long focus on Healthcare Environments. She is well known and respected for her ability to communicate design ideas with clients, consultants and technical staff. She is an advocate for the Interior Design profession and instructs a course through the IIDA for those seeking their NCIDQ certification. She is also the Vice President of Professional Development for IIDA NE.
Nico holds a Master of Arts in Interior Design from Suffolk University and a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Communications from the University of Massachusetts, Amherst.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x209
- Nico.Flannery@lbpa.com
Noelle Swift
Architecture Lab Planner
P. Joe Lonergan
AIA, NCARB, Project Manager, Senior Associate
Profile
Joe is a key member of our Healthcare Design team, well versed in the construction process of healthcare facilities. As an experienced project manager he is adept at leading constituents, communicating project schedule, and coordinating consultants.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x122
- Joe.Lonergan@lbpa.com
Rachael Gaydos
AIA, Project Designer
Rami Haydar
RA, LEED AP, Project Architect
Richard Pizzi
AIA, CEO
Profile
Rich is the CEO of Lavallee Brensinger Architects and brings over 25 years of experience, remarkable enthusiasm, and passion for healthcare design. He has successfully managed projects of all sizes, with a focus on innovative design solutions, clear communications, and effective schedule and cost controls. Rich’s thoroughness and attention to detail are invaluable on project teams.
Rich holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x120
- richard.pizzi@lbpa.com
Robert Robicsek
AIA, NCARB, Principal, Civic Studio Leader
Profile
Bob is a member of the firm’s Education and Civic studios, with over 35 years of national practice experience. Bob has extensive experience in the planning, programming, and design of educational facilities and civic projects, and has lead and managed the design of over two million square feet of new and renovated space. Bob also brings a wealth of experience in the restoration, renovation, and adaptive re-use of historically significant structures.
Bob holds a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Pennsylvania Design and Historic Preservation and a Bachelor of Science degree in Architecture from the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x110
- Robert.Robicsek@lbpa.com
Ryan Tirrell
Allied ASID, Interior Designer
Profile
Ryan is a passionate Interior Designer dedicated to producing high quality, creative space. Working closely with the design team, he is skilled at creating both sustainable and cost effective solutions, transforming the environment for clients and those they serve.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x133
- Ryan.Tirrell@lbpa.com
Scott Reynolds
Project Designer
Scott Timmons
RA, Project Architect, Associate
Profile
Scott is an experienced project architect serving on a wide variety of healthcare projects. With a primary interest in Behavioral Health he offers the compassion, appreciation, and attention to detail needed for the successful design of these environments.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x125
- scott.timmons@lbpa.com
Sean Landry
AIA, NCARB, CPHC, Principal, Higher Ed Studio Leader
Profile
Sean brings an enthusiasm for design that is unparalleled, and a comprehensive knowledge of sustainability to every project. Sean’s broader professional interests lie in the idea that design can strengthen community by creating environments that foster kinship, and places that create long lasting memories.
Sean holds a Master of Architecture degree from the University of Oregon.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x150
- sean.landry@lbpa.com
Steve Clayman
AIA, ACHA, Design Principal
Profile
Steve offers over 30 years of healthcare planning and design experience and is a senior member of Lavallee Brensinger’s Healthcare Design Group. He is a member of the American College of Healthcare Architects, is a Lean Certified Healthcare Planner, and has led the planning team for many of the firm’s most notable assignments.
Steve founded Optimal-Use, a consulting group within Lavallee Brensinger that focuses on the analysis of healthcare process and space. His work has helped healthcare institutions improve process and optimize utilization of space resources.
Steve holds a Bachelor of Architecture degree from Syracuse University and attended The Architectural Association (London), Special Studies.
Contact Information
- 603.622.5450 x104
- steve.clayman@lbpa.com
Steve Hebsch
Project Designer
Susan Dean
NCARB, Project Manager
Profile
Susan strives to meet a client’s project goals while complying to the requirements of regulation, without compromising design or the end user’s needs.
Contact Information
- 617.398.2035 x211
- susan.dean@lbpa.com
Susan DeForrest
Interior Designer
