Business Details
47 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Design Partner in Atlantic City
Founded in 1979, SOSH Architects has grown from a small partnership to a team of approximately 40 design professionals operating globally. Our philosophy centers on collaborative design processes that prioritize exploration, visualization, and diverse perspectives to deliver innovative solutions. Acquired by WATG in 2024, we maintain our commitment to design excellence while leveraging a global network to enhance project delivery. Headquartered in Atlantic City, NJ, we specialize in hospitality, corporate, education, healthcare, retail, dining, and entertainment projects. Our services include master planning, architectural design, interior design, and comprehensive project management.We believe quality design should reward communities, clients, and design teams equally. Our success stems from challenging conventions and generating unexpected solutions through creative analysis. With decades of experience, we combine local expertise with international resources to meet client needs. Our work reflects a dedication to optimizing operational performance while fostering talent development. This balance of tradition and innovation defines our approach to every project.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Master Planning
Project Management
Hospitality Design
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- We offer 45 years of architectural design expertise since 1979.
- Our team includes founding principals with decades of industry experience.
- We provide global resources through our WATG network while maintaining local focus.
- Our collaborative design process ensures client-specific solutions.
- We specialize in complex hospitality and commercial projects.
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services combine creative vision with technical expertise to create functional, sustainable spaces. We collaborate closely with clients to develop tailored solutions that meet project-specific needs while adhering to budget and timeline constraints. Our team delivers comprehensive design documentation and construction administration services for diverse building types.
Interior Design
We create interior environments that balance aesthetics with practical functionality. Our approach considers spatial flow, material selection, and lighting design to enhance user experience. From concept development through final installation, we ensure interiors reflect brand identity while meeting operational requirements for hospitality, corporate, and residential projects.
Master Planning
Our master planning services integrate land use analysis with long-term development strategies. We evaluate site conditions, zoning regulations, and environmental factors to create comprehensive plans that optimize space utilization. This service guides large-scale projects through phased implementation while maintaining design coherence across multiple building components.
Project Management
We provide end-to-end project management from initial concept through construction completion. Our team coordinates all project phases, manages timelines and budgets, and facilitates communication between stakeholders. This service ensures design integrity is maintained while addressing technical challenges and regulatory requirements throughout the building process.
Hospitality Design
Specializing in hospitality environments, we design spaces that enhance guest experiences while maximizing operational efficiency. Our portfolio includes hotels, casinos, restaurants, and entertainment venues. We address unique requirements for circulation, service areas, and branding integration while creating memorable architectural identities for each project.
People
Tom Sykes
Founding Principal
Tom Sykes co-founded SOSH Architects in 1979 and continues to shape its design philosophy. With over four decades of experience, he focuses on strategic direction and client relationships while maintaining active involvement in major projects.
Bill Salerno
Founding Principal
Bill Salerno has led numerous high-profile hospitality projects throughout his 40-year career at SOSH. He specializes in complex casino-resort developments and maintains strong industry connections that enhance project delivery for clients.
Kim McCarron
Principal
Kim McCarron brings expertise in sustainable design practices and project execution. As a principal, she oversees project teams and ensures adherence to quality standards while mentoring emerging professionals within the firm.
John DeRichie
Principal
John DeRichie specializes in technical design solutions and construction documentation. With 30 years of experience, he bridges conceptual design with buildable solutions, ensuring architectural vision translates effectively into constructed reality.
Questions
What types of projects does SOSH Architects specialize in?
We specialize in hospitality, corporate, education, healthcare, retail, dining, and entertainment projects. Our portfolio includes hotels, casinos, restaurants, office buildings, and mixed-use developments.
Is SOSH Architects part of a larger firm?
Since 2024, we've been part of WATG, a global hospitality design firm. This partnership enhances our resources while maintaining our Atlantic City-based team and approach.
What services does SOSH Architects offer?
We provide architectural design, interior design, master planning, and project management services for commercial and residential projects of various scales.
What makes SOSH Architects unique?
Our collaborative design process combines exploration and technical expertise to create innovative solutions. We maintain personal client relationships while leveraging global resources through our WATG partnership.
