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It’s you before us.
We design spaces that inspire, we build dynamic relationships that endure. We regard our clients as partners, and value your voice and insight in the design process.
Portfolio
It’s you before us.
We design spaces that inspire, we build dynamic relationships that endure. We regard our clients as partners, and value your voice and insight in the design process.
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Designing the future of pediatric medicine
Boston Children’s Hospital
Hale Family Building
In 1912, we broke ground on our first project with Boston Children’s Hospital. More than a century later, we’re partnering with the hospital again, this time to spearhead the largest expansion in its history.
The Latest
Sustainability at the Heart of Campus Life: Connecting Design with Nature
By Matthew Gifford, AIA, LEED AP, and Carrie Leneweaver, AIA, WELL AP, LEED GAThis is part two of a two part series exploring the sustainble vision behind the design of Johns Hopkins University’s Bloomberg Student Center. Read part one,...
The Change Curve
By Michelle Amberson, AIA, ACHA, EDACWhat if that unexpected change request is actually your design’s secret weapon? In design studios everywhere, the words “we have a revision” tend to land with a thud. Client changes, often framed as...
Designing With the Neighborhood
By Omar Bailey, AIA, LEED AP, NOMASeated at a critical juncture between Phoenix’s dense urban core and the historic Roosevelt neighborhood, the design for Saiya called for architectural rigor grounded in deep listening and collaboration....
5 Projects That Show Innovative Design Doesn’t Need a Huge Footprint
By David Whitehill, AIAHouston Freed-Montrose Public Library, Houston, TX. Photo by Chris Bacarella.In the world of public architecture and design, blockbuster projects tend to dominate the media and public attention: In 2025, the New York Times reported on twelve...
Better Design with a “Brain Break”
By Scott Mueller, AIA, ACHA, NCARB and Cathleen Lange, AIA, LEED AP, supported by Jennifer Aliber, FAIA, FACHA, LEED AP, Katie Chambers, AIA, EDAC, LEED AP, John Malnati, AIA, LEED AP, Kira Rosenbaum, AIA, LEED GA, and Andre P. Kamili, AIA, LEED APYale New Haven...
Boston Real Estate Times: Do You Know Boston’s Oldest Continuously Operating Architecture Firm?
Boston Real Estate Times highlights Shepley Bulfinch’s legacy of trailblazing design solutions. As New England’s longest-operating architecture firm and one of Boston’s largest by revenue, the firm continues to influence the region through...
Boston Children’s Hospital Wins Green Good Design Award
The Hale Family Building of Boston Children’s Hospital was recognized by The European Centre for Architecture Art Design and Urban Studies and The Chicago Athenaeum: Museum of Architecture and Design in the Green Good Design Sustainability...
Sustainability at the Heart of Campus Life: Carbon Reduction Strategies
By Matthew Gifford, AIA, LEED AP, and Carrie Leneweaver, AIA, WELL AP, LEED GABloomberg Student Center, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD. Photo by Laurian Ghinitoiu.At Johns Hopkins University, sustainability isn’t an afterthought;...
Shepley Bulfinch Listed in Largest Architecture Firms Lists
American City Business Journals in four locations listed Shepley Bulfinch in their 2026 Largest Architecture Firms Report. Information on The List was obtained through Business Journal research or supplied by individual firms. The ACBJs...
A New Standard for Wellness & Sustainability at Johns Hopkins
Join Principal Matthew Gifford, AIA, LEED AP, and Associate Principal Kalyn Pavlinic, NCIDQ, LEED AP, IIDA, at Tradeline’s College & University Facilities 2026. They will be joined by Amanda Garvey, Vice President at Thornton...
A constellation of space 150 years in the making
Bloomberg Student Center
Johns Hopkins University
The Bloomberg Student Center forms a new social engagement hub for the entire Johns Hopkins University community.
Meet the Team
Angela Watson, FAIA, LEED AP
President and CEO
Angela focuses on creating environments that support people in learning, teaching, and collaborating. Her passion for teaching in both the classroom and studio makes her a leader who fosters a collaborative team process that elevates all members to their full potential.
Luke Voiland, AIA, LEED AP
Managing Principal
Luke oversees both practice and market strategy nationally for the firm. He brings an inquisitive approach to the design process while advocating for design responses that create responsive, collaborative environments.
Derek Noble, AIA, LEED AP
Principal, VP of Marketing + BD
Derek brings more than 25 years of experience in architectural and interior design, space programming and planning, site design, and construction methodology. His passion for the profession and connecting people and ideas is evident in his work.